Tag Archives: Running

September Runfessions

I always enjoy reading Runfessions, but this is the first time the last Friday of the month hasn’t caught me by surprise. I’m usually focusing on the first Saturday of the month when Deborah, Lynda and I host the Ultimate Coffee Date link … Continue reading

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Love Your Lady Parts At The Race To End Women’s Cancer

When I was asked the support the National Race To End Women’s Cancer, I wanted to say no because 5Ks are not my favorite race distance. But when I thought more about the cause it supports, I knew I had … Continue reading

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The Thousand Dollar Chicago Lakefront Long Run 

Last week I had a quick business trip to Chicago, arriving Thursday evening for a conference Friday and heading home Friday night. As usual, I packed my running gear, but when I woke up to steady rain Friday morning I … Continue reading

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Throwing Caution To The Wind

When I was  sidelined from running I promised myself that I would be smart about my comeback, take things slowly, and continue with my strength training. Even though I didn’t hurt myself running, I know that coming back too fast too soon … Continue reading

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How I Failed Math At The Track

I’ve been running at the track to give my foot a flat, cushioned surface as I recover from the hiking injury that had me sidelined all summer, and have been surprised at how much math I am doing — or am … Continue reading

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