Tag: marathon
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Running in Review: February
February just blew by, didn’t it? Training has kicked in and I’m really enjoying running and preparing for my fourth marathon. Training Summary I managed a total of 110 miles, most of them very easy, but with a couple of decent workouts thrown in. (Break down of paces below.) Sleep has been sporadic–the baby is…
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How to Fuel for Runs: Before, During, and After
As I begin training for my fourth marathon, I thought I’d tackle the issue of fuel for runs. During my first marathon, I did everything wrong: didn’t train well, ate way too many carbs, and knew NOTHING about fueling for runs. Turns out, your body can only go for so long with out fuel before…
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When Running Breaks Your Heart
Yesterday while on the phone with my mother, she offered a simple insight: “Maybe running has taken too high a place in your heart.” I had been crying, upset with my 3rd botched marathon attempt, and I was wondering what it was that wouldn’t let me successfully race a marathon. I have now completed 3…
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4 Things to Do When you Taper for a Marathon
After weeks of training, I find myself staring down the barrel of “race week” which also means “taper week.” Now, most of the time, when I taper, I am usually crabby, anxious, and can only think about running. But after sharing my struggles last week, I actually find myself looking forward to taper week. I…
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Marathon Training: Week 3
In a week full of Valentines and Ashes, sugar highs, and somber moods, I was able to find a nice rhythm. It helps that the weather warmed a little bit, and that makes running a lot more bearable in the winter. It also helped that it was a very short week at school; teachers’ conference…
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Marathon Training: Week 2
If I could summarize this week in one word it would be: exhausted. And the sad thing is, it had nothing to do with marathon training. I haven’t even reached high mileage or tough workouts. I think my fatigue came from a variety of factors: stress, poor sleep habits, and dehydration. Something about running during…
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How to Train for a Marathon When You’re a Busy Mom
Most of the time, my life feels like a juggling act. Instead of juggling balls, I’m juggling babies, work, writing, household duties, running, and about four different calendars. So much seems to get packed into one week that by the weekend I’m gasping for air. Except the weekend doesn’t actually slow down. Some people thrive…
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Run to Get the Prize: Marathon Training Week 1
This past Saturday I had made plans with a running buddy to get up early and get a long run in. My husband had meetings all morning and I knew there was no other way to make it work. I’ve started marathon training, and I want to build a good solid base to really conquer…
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