Preface: I am aware this took place just under 2 months ago so this race is old news, but I did have a really great time so better late than never, right? Race: Oak Barrel Half Marathon Where:Lynchburg, TN Date & Time: … Continue reading
Category Archives: Fitness
2014 Sassy Swan Resolutions
And here we are: the last day of 2013. I’d say it’s been a pretty good year, I got a new job, moved to a new city, and finally scored an almost-reasonably priced and pet-friendly apartment in the neighborhood I … Continue reading
The Way Bottom
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I had the best intentions to run not only a Turkey Trot and to also get in a few more runs during my 5 day weekend. Sadly, by the time my lazy ass … Continue reading
Looking Ahead
In case you haven’t noticed, or live in a bunker, the holidays are quickly approaching. I’m noticing more and more houses aglow with lights, and emails advertising the assorted retail sales are flooding my inbox. The mall is bedecked, the … Continue reading
Marathon Playlist
Looking back to almost four weeks ago, I am still a bit wierded out that I ran my entire marathon without listening to any music. I ran several of my training runs without headphones near then end, but as soon … Continue reading
End of the Radio Silence
Happy Monday! It feels nice to be back. Two blogless, twitterless, almost Facebook & Instagramless (hey, I was taking a break not purging myself) can be kind of a relief for my over-stimulated soul. I wish I could say that … Continue reading
Marine Corps Marathon
I knew that it would hurt. I knew that even after all the preparation – the determined months of 4 am wake up calls, runs so hot I would almost faint, a social life sacrificed in the name of training, all … Continue reading
Training Recap Week #16 and #17
As one who rarely gets pre-race anxiety until I’m toeing the start line, I’ve found this week to be very humbling. All my inner demons are creeping in accusing me of not training well or hard enough. I’ve put in … Continue reading
Training Recap Week #15
Happy Tuesday – it is Tuesday, right? I honestly don’t even know at this point. As I write this, it’s 3 am and J is being a trooper driving us back from a whirlwind road trip. Following another death in … Continue reading
Training Recap Week #14
Happy happy Monday everyone! I hope you had a beautiful weekend. Last week’s training was a bit of a cluster…but life happens and it certainly doesn’t stop regardless of how many miles you’re scheduled to run. So running got put … Continue reading