Monthly Archives: March 2010

The Payoff!

Running a race for time, is a test of strength, speed and endurance. Your results are a measure of how strong your legs are, how fast you can turn them over and how long you can run while it hurts. … Continue reading

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Race Preparation

I consider myself a marathon runner, but this winter/spring season, I decided to forgo training for a marathon to focus on my speed, and run some smaller races instead. My overall goal is to achieve a faster marathon time in … Continue reading

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Benefits of Running

What motivates you? Many of us say we want to exercise to be healthy, but when presented with an opportunity to workout, oftentimes we make excuses. The one that baffles me the most is saying you have had too stressful … Continue reading

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Running to Boost Immunity!

It’s hard to stay healthy when you work around children all day! I have been taking Vitamin C supplements and Echinacea to help boost my immune system. And I have been sticking with my exercise routine for the same reason. … Continue reading

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Running as a Reward

Since the snow has ended and I can run outside again, I am very excited for every run because I am so grateful to get outside and off of the treadmill. There have been times in the past when I … Continue reading

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Motivating Others

I share my running goals in an effort to hold myself accountable, and also to perhaps motivate others. Many people say they want to be healthy, but they don’t seem headed in the right direction. Everyone has different barriers that … Continue reading

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