The “Slap in the Face” Group Run
This weekend was my first group run with these ladies… Yes, I know I signed up a few weeks ago, but I’ve been really intimidated to start running with them. Don’t they look hardcore? Um, yes! After...
View ArticleThird Swift Run
Yesterday was my third run with the Swifts, and I was actually starting to feel part of the team. I was in the back AGAIN, but I don’t expect my pace to magically improve just by being exposed to PRO...
View Article1st Speed Workout of the Year
I have often stated on the blog that I loathe speedwork. Speedwork is also more painful when you haven’t done it in several months. I know it is necessary to get better, but that does not change the...
View ArticleNew Bike Trainer!!
In case you were wondering what I looked like when I went out running in negative 13 degrees windchill a week ago, this was me before the run. Sexy, eh? I wore my gloves on and off. My hands get soooo...
View ArticleSt. Paddy’s 5 Miler
This past Sunday, I participated in the St. Paddy’s 5 MILER with my running team, the Spokane Swifts. I had a great time and pushed myself more than I have ever pushed myself during a race. It was my...
View ArticleMeet Me at the Cemetery
My long run was solo again this weekend. This was not by choice. My running group was meeting up at the military cemetery this weekend. I got this mixed up with another cemetery and ended up being the...
View ArticleFirst Professional Bike Fitting!!
I have been enjoying all the name suggestions for my new tri bike, and if you haven’t thought something up to name it yet, please comment here! If I like the name you suggest, you get a prize!...
View ArticleNight Before Portland Marathon
Well, it is finally the night before the Portland Marathon for me. I’m trying not be nervous for this “training run,” but I can’t help it!! Dinner with my husband and triathlon club definitely helped...
View ArticlePortland Marathon 2011 Recap
So, this race was an interesting one. First off, I want to apologize for the pics. They suck. Something is wrong with our camera. Despite me failing to PR at this race, it was still a great one. I...
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