Success in running is as much psychological as it is physiological. While training, recovery, and personal abilities most certainly determine our achievements, the more I learn about the sport of running, the more I believe that our perception of our … Continue reading
Last weekend I made my way down to Alexandria, Virginia for a family wedding . Aside from wedding festivities, I made plans to meet up with Sue from This Mama Runs for Cupcakes for a run around DC! When I realized … Continue reading
For the past six months or so, I’ve bounced around (and around, and around) between types and brands of running shoes. From my beloved Newtons (I really want to come back to them one day!) to Hokas, to Brooks (which I … Continue reading
In February, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with an icon of women’s running, Joan Benoit Samuelson. Winner of the first Women’s Olympic Marathon gold medal, two time Boston Marathon champ, and owner of a myriad of other … Continue reading
Sometimes in life we unconsciously, or maybe consciously, walk around afraid of things. I know I do. I am in week 7 of Boston Marathon training, and after taking almost two years off from serious running, doing interval and, especially, … Continue reading
Most of us think of the core is strictly muscles in your abdomen, or your six-pack. However, the core refers to muscles in your torso that help you maintain your posture, whether you are running, standing, or sitting. The core … Continue reading
Distance Runners. We are a unique breed in my opinion….possibly slightly crazy I would even venture to say? 1. You wear compression socks even when you aren’t running, and I’m not talking for recovery. But because you LIKE to wear … Continue reading
The word “runner” was never in my vocabulary. I grew up hating running but yet, I always wanted to be a runner. To me, running seemed like the epitome of health and fitness. Plus it just looked like people were … Continue reading
I have been running since the Reagan administration, so it is no surprise that people often ask me for tips on getting started. I love running and I am proud to say that my enthusiasm has turned some friends and … Continue reading
One morning when I was lifting weights at the gym, a guy I’ve seen there everyday for two years approached me, introduced himself to me and told me how good, lean and fit I look. Let’s Call him “Soccer Man.” A few … Continue reading
Pain is a good motivator. My most painful moments act as catalysts for my own resurrection. When Andrew’s first marathon was done and we were pigging out at Red Robin he told me that while he was out there under … Continue reading
I recently began working in a newly created position at the hospital where I am employed; this position was created to provide support for three different departments/areas of patient care, so I have three different groups of people to whom … Continue reading