Why I Started Running #JustRun

Why I Started Running #JustRun

You would think for something that is so important in my life, I would remember why I started doing it. After all, I remember why I wanted to have kids (because I was delusional), why I wanted to qualify to run the Boston marathon (because every runner did) and why I...
Are These Common Race Prep Practices Worth It? #JustRun

Are These Common Race Prep Practices Worth It? #JustRun

If you have ever trained for a race of almost any distance, chances are you have been told or have read about common race preparations — quit alcohol, carb load, train at the same time as the race — and have wondered, it is worth it? Myself and two other...
Best Run Recovery Tips – Ideal vs Reality

Best Run Recovery Tips – Ideal vs Reality

Recovery is an interesting thing when it comes to training for any race goal. I have had my share of advice, have done a lot of experimenting and, ultimately have come to a system that makes my mind, body and coach happy. This was no easy task and has changed with my...
Running With A Group vs Running Solo

Running With A Group vs Running Solo

This month’s JUST RUN topic is going to be pretty easy for me since I have rarely, in my 18 years of running, run with a group. It’s not by design, but I have to say I have come to truly love running solo but also look forward to running with one or two...
My Worst Race Ever – Just Run Link Up!

My Worst Race Ever – Just Run Link Up!

  With a writing assignment like “worst race ever” you would think one particular race would jump into my mind. You would be wrong. There are several. The time I bonked at mile 19 of the NYC Marathon comes to mind as does my first ever marathon where...