How do I put this delicately,,,Umm. NO.

toenailsareforsissies

One of the things I love about my running friends is their commitment.  They are committed to training regularly, to each other and to doing what it takes to get another PR.  We ask a lot of our bodies and in return we get a lot from them. Some of the best experiences in life occur when you reach a new level, accomplish something you have never done before or thought you would ever do.  For some that is running a mile, or running at all.  For others it is finishing their first 5k, half … [Read more...]

The first time is scary

50k. 31 miles. Marathon plus a 10k (almost). Single track trail. Rocks. Hills, lots of them. Unknown territory. Hydration and fuel needs that I don't understand. June in Arkansas = heat and humidity. Running alone. Nagging injury in my abductor muscle and groin. Feeling tired. Never ran more than 26.2. Did this twice in the last 75 days. All these feelings are piling up as I plan to toe the starting line of my latest unknown territory. 10 years ago I stood at the starting line of my first … [Read more...]

2012 Olympic Time Trials

houstonmarathonm

How would you like to see the fastest men and women marathoners in the USA run a race? All at the same time? Competing for a spot on the 2012 USA Olympic team to compete in London! How would you like to cheer on our very own Leah Thorvilson who has qualified to be one of the runners?  And to top it off, how would you like to race a half or full marathon on the same course the following day?  In Houston.  So, what are you waiting for?  If you have a qualified time, you can preregister until … [Read more...]

Runners Funk – ever get it?

If you are a runner, the answer is probably YES. The question is, how do you get rid of it? There are many answers to the question but one thing is for sure. Like any other "funk" you find yourself in, it is easier to get out of it with help from your friends. And that is one of the great advantages of being a runner - you are likely to have a wonderful support group to help you out of your next funk, no matter what it is from. Read the post on Leah's site that was the result of runners of … [Read more...]

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