Whether you are a new runner (like me) or a veteran runner, it can be tough to fit in time to strength train. However, as I learned after training for my first half marathon, strength training is integral in becoming a strong, healthy runner. I knew the minute I crossed that finish line that I need to add more strength training into my workouts. Strength training helps to prevent … [Read more...]
My Word for 2015 and January Goal Setting
It's the time of year when many are making resolutions for a better year. That has always failed me in the past. I tend to work better with smaller term goals like monthly goal setting. I do pick a word each year to focus on. This year I decided to go with Accountability. ACCOUNTABILITY I need to be more accountable to myself and the goals I take on. Sometimes this means realizing that … [Read more...]
Las Vegas Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon Race Recap
It's been 7 days since I ran my first half marathon and I've been mulling over how to write my race recap since I crossed that finish line. I could write out each mile like I did in my Goldilocks 10k race recap, but I feel like this race was so much more than a traditional race recap. Running a half marathon is something I never ever EVER thought I'd do. I've hated running my whole life, and … [Read more...]
Las Vegas Veteran’s Day 5k Race Recap
If you looked at my race schedule (before today) you won't see the Las Vegas Veteran's Day 5k run scheduled. I've been sick for the past 2 weeks (which has totally put a damper on my half marathon training), and I hadn't planned to do another race until my first half marathon Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas. However, my 5 year old son has been BEGGING me to let him run a race with me, so when I … [Read more...]
Goldilock Las Vegas 10k Race Recap
This weekend I ran my first ever 10k not only since I've started my half marathon training, but in general. 3 years ago I did the 40 mile bike ride and even thought I was technically a DNF that race, I loved how it was organized. I had planned to go back the next year for the 60 mile ride, but I was 7 months pregnant with Baby D so that wasn't going to happen... Flash forward to this year, and … [Read more...]