It’s that time again. Time to get things off my chest with Marcia’s Runfessions at Marcia’s Healthy Slice…
The last one of 2025…
1.I runfess…
I was planning to run the Fort Lauderdale Half Marathon again when I am in Florida in February.
But with TWO half marathons scheduled for March, I decided NOT to sign up (Are you disappointed, Jenny?)
2. I runfess…
That being said, you know that I rarely travel anywhere without a race scheduled…
When I was recovering from a sprained ankle, instead of the half marathon, I ran a local 5k in Florida.
I loved that race (and met Jeannie Rice) but they changed the date this year until later in the month.
No worries. I found a new 5k.
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3. I runfess…
But yes, I do plan to run BOTH half marathons in March. I’ve never run TWO half marathons 6 days apart!!
Wish me luck!!
March 15, 2026
March 21, 2026
4. I runfess…
My annual miles is the lowest ever…(even with no injuries).
I’m healthy so that’s all that matters.
5. I runfess…
I’ve mentioned that I didn’t want to run a trail race but I got outvoted.
It wasn’t so bad…
I didn’t fall. LOL
And who knew it would be so much fun… a different animal from road racing.
But I have no future plans on racing trails (No offense Jenny.)
Happy Running! Anything to runfess this month? Please share.
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Yay for injury free, Darlene! And all the best for those two half-marathons… just take it easy on that 2nd one if you can! 😀
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I may take it easy on both!! I have another in April. LOL
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yes ending the year injury free is a win all around! Asheville was one of my favorite races-wonder if they have altered the course at all since I’ve done it.
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You’ll have to give me tips on what to see there.
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I predict you are in for a great year!
Is the Asheville Half hilly? My mother-in-law used to live in the mountains near there ….
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Most likely hilly. LOL
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Hilly or not, I’ll be the Ashville race will be nice. You’re right: healthy is most important. I haven’t cared about mileage in a very long time. I’ll bet Jenny will be disappointed though!
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Maybe, she’s really a trail and ultra runner.
and I am looking forward to visiting a new place…
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Bummer! I’m skipping the NYC Half this year so I’ll miss you. I’m doing the Love Run in Philly this year at the end of March instead.
Happy New Year!
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I skipped it last year in favor of DC… Cari is doing the Love Run.
I did it years ago (in the pouring rain)
I think I may do it next year.
Enjoy.
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I think the two back-to-back half marathons will go well, so long as you don’t try to “race” both (or either?) of them. I’ve done back-to-back races, with fulls & half’s, and treat one as a “recovery run.” I’ve never had problems & have kept my running ego in-check 😉. It’s a great confidence builder, as well as a reminder of what our bodies are capable of doing.
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you are right… I doubt I will race either…
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Trails are challenging to run! I also don’t have enough access to them for practice, so they really are tough!
Love that you are healthy – even if the miles are lower!
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I never run on trails. These were very easy. You would not need to practice.
Yes being healthy is important.
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