by Allie | Dec 10, 2018 | Fitness
The offseason can be a tricky thing. At first, I did’t want to take any time off because after a hard training cycle and successful race, I felt great! My body and mind were in a euphoric state of sweat, hurt, recover, grow, repeat. When my coach (very... 
by Allie | Jul 2, 2018 | Fitness
It’s barely July and I have so many questions. Should I do another 70.3 at the end of the summer? Is it safe to run outside when there’s chance of a thunderstorm? Are my kids having fun at camp? Should I start one of the 100 writing projects in my head?... 
by Allie | Jun 5, 2018 | Fitness
I did it. I finished 70.3 miles of swimming, cycling and running through some of the steepest terrain in Connecticut to claim the title of Half Ironman. Here’s how it all went down. FOUR DAYS BEFORE THE RACE Yes, I’m starting four days before the race... 
by Allie | Apr 30, 2018 | Fitness
Since we had an extended winter here in the northeast, it seemed only fitting to extend our spring break until it was actually spring. In my time away I saw Pink, a brawl at Fenway Park, Myrtle Beach, sort of overcame my fear of flying, had my longest bike ride... by Allie | Feb 19, 2018 | Fitness
You have heard the phase “Just Do It” ad nauseam but my phrase of the week was “Just Stop It.” Every time I felt the smallest tinge of self pity? Just stop it. Whining about getting a mammogram? Just stop it. Upset because I’m not...
