I am both happy and disappointed with how the half marathon turned out. But the happy definitely outweighs the disappointment. And I know exactly where things went wrong, so that I can hopefully fix it for any future races.What went wrong? I went out too fast.I was so caught up in the crowd and loving … Continue reading Newburyport Half Marathon
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Half Marathon Training Update
Well, my weekly updates did not pan out as I had wanted them to. Haha. But I am still training for the half and it's actually going really well! In addition to running, I also joined Orangetheory Fitness at the beginning of August. When I train long distances I tend to overlook the importance of … Continue reading Half Marathon Training Update
Virtual B.A.A. 5K
Happy Patriot’s Day! We’re in the second year of not having the marathon to watch today, but I love that the organization is still making sure that this weekend is special for all of the participants. It’s one of the many reasons that I love the Boston Athletic Association so much. So yesterday my mom … Continue reading Virtual B.A.A. 5K
“Training” For the B.A.A. 5K
Back in 2016, I shared my training plan for the only race that I ran that year, the B.A.A. 5K. Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 | Week 5 | Week 6 | Week 7 This year I signed up for the virtual 5K, taking place the weekend of April … Continue reading “Training” For the B.A.A. 5K
Virtual Races of 2020
Since I started running, in 2007, I’ve made it a goal to run a race every year. I ran two races after I had Eleanor in 2017 and even ran a 5 miler when 13 weeks pregnant with Lincoln. This year, I didn’t want to break that streak, and thankfully so many race organizers in … Continue reading Virtual Races of 2020
Training For a Race and Other Updates
Inspiration has hit, and here I am blogging again. This past Saturday, I laced up my sneakers and went out for a run with David and Eleanor. I have the Run to Remember 5 Miler coming up at the end of May, and I have to get my butt in gear and back in shape. … Continue reading Training For a Race and Other Updates
What’s Been Going On
Happy Monday everyone! Here we are, about 2 weeks since my last post. Oops! I've been so busy with work, and when I get home I have time for dinner, I play with Eleanor and then it's bedtime. But here I am now to catch you up on what we've been up to. Our Mother's … Continue reading What’s Been Going On
Working the Boston Marathon
For the better part of the last 8 years, I have had the privilege and pleasure of working the Boston Marathon. It was mostly due to my working at hotels, and I absolutely loved the excitement that was in the air. Following, I will highlight each year that I worked during this amazing time in … Continue reading Working the Boston Marathon
Made With Bliss 