"I would watch people pass me on my walks, and I never envied them. I never wished to be a runner, and I never got excited while watching people cross finish lines. One day, things changed." My Running Story! (please read first) So you're interested in running a half marathon? If you're thinking "if she can do it, I can do it," then you are in the right place. ...
My New York City Shape Women’s Half Marathon Recap!
I ran the Shape Magazine Half Marathon in New York City! Back in December, I made two big announcements. One is that I signed up for a half marathon. It feels like it was just yesterday when I promised myself I’d do such a crazy thing, but it’s done and over. I will be writing a separate post with more details on the half + our half marathon training plan, so ...
Half Marathon Training | Charleston Long Run + Beach & Food
Hey, Everyone! I'm writing from the airport this morning. I'm off to NYC for a couple of days, and I thought this would be the perfect time to write all about my week + my Charleston trip. I hope you have your coffee ready because this is going to be a long one! I picked my coffee up at Cinnabon, and it was so hard fighting the temptation for one of those tasty ...
Friday’s Treadmill & Strength Training Workout + Post Fuel!
It's crazy how a little motivation from others can pick you up and send you running towards the gym. I didn't plan on working out today. I planned on laying around watching Netflix, and having coffee with my mom, while diving into bags of popcorn! (Yes, plural) But then I started browsing my Instagram feed; it was flooded with photos of healthy foods, people working ...
Running Update & Eats!
Don’t worry. I haven’t quit my training. I took a couple days off last week when friends were in town. I think it was beneficial, too. My knee was really giving me trouble on Wednesday of last week. I’m starting to think it’s a speed thing. The past couple runs have been pain free. Hopefully this keeps up! Monday night after helping Jeremy mop up his hospital ...