I'll recap my training through the first 12 weeks of this pregnancy. Running has changed dramatically for me this time! Weeks 1-4: 93.6, 65.9, 57.3, 56 It's interesting to read some of the log comments I made in weeks 3&4 (very beginning of pregnancy). Week 3: Legs not ...
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Chicken Avocado Bacon Sandwiches
One of my goals in 2020 is to be more diligent about meal planning. Everytime I do it, I am reminded of what a time saver it is! As I go through the year I'll try to share some of the recipes our family tries and loves. Plus, then I'll have my recipes here for use for future meal ...
What a fabulous 2019!
This was a fabulous year for us. So many highlights! Greta, now 5: She learned to "ski" as a part of Northfield's MYSL program beginning in January. I don't know if she loved it, but the following winter (now), she is scooting right along. She even said, "I'm gliding" the ...
Twin Cities Marathon
To say TCM didn't go as I expected or hoped is an understatement. I was really proud of the training build-up going into the race. While not remarkable, it was solid, and that was what I was hoping for after a really rocky winter and spring. I often felt slower than I had been ...
Ramping up for Twin Cities Marathon
There has been a lot of training going on around here! Last week I capped off a 92.5 mile run with a 20 miler where I tried to speed up to tempo pace by the end. All I could muster was 6:35-6:45s. My hamstrings wouldn't allow my feet to reach any farther out, my legs had no ...
Lost motivation? 5 easy steps to get back into it
We all lose motivation now and again. Staying motivated can be difficult when life gets in the way. Something as simple as a difficult day at work can leave you wanting to skip your evening run, whilst one bad result on the scales can make it feel like your efforts ...
