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Friday Five 2.0 – Running Routes

It’s also Friday so, I’m linking up with Running on Happy & Fairytales and Fitness for the Friday Five 2.0 linkup! Join in! Don’t forget to link back to your hostesses and visit some other bloggers.


The topic for today is: Unique Running Routes

I’m not so sure these routes are unique but they are ones that I have enjoyed.

1. On the Erie Canal Trail in Pittsford, NY

The Erie Canal goes from Albany to Buffalo, over 350 miles but since I am often in Rochester for work, I get to run on the trail here. I love the water, boats and bridges.

2.On the Albany Rail Trail in Delmar, NY

Mostly paved but still about 4 miles are unpaved. It is 9 miles from Albany, NY to Altamont. On the Albany end, you run under bridges and see a waterfall. The other end just wooded and ends at a railroad crossing.

3. On the Lakeside Trail in Rochester, NY.

The lake is Lake Ontario and the trail runs along the lake but also continues onto a wooded trail. I’ve enjoyed running in the sand, collecting sea glass and gazing at the expansive view of one of the Great Lakes.

4. On the Onondaga Lake Park Trail in Liverpool, NY

Water is a common theme for my running routes. This must be the most popular place to walk, run or bike in Liverpool because it is always crowded. And the sunset is incredible.

5. On Peebles Island and Lock 2 in Waterford, NY

There is a wooded trail, several bridges, a waterfall.  I don’t run here that often but I should.

Happy Running! Where is the most unique place that you’ve run?

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TOTR: Good/Bad of Summer 2017

Today is Tuesday so don’t forget to Link-up with Patty, Erika, and Marcia and either meet some new bloggers or catch up with ones you already know.

The topic for today is: Good/Bad of Summer 2017

I’ll start with the Bad:

  • Work Work Work

Besides working full-time, my job has me traveling EVERY week.

Staying in hotels and eating in restaurants gets old quick.

It’s also a challenge to find places to run in unfamiliar locales.

But the worst part is that driving for 3-5 hours is tiring!!! This has put a damper on my energy level and my desire to drive to races.

  • Weather

It hasn’t been really bad except for all that rain.

I’m a big fan of sunshine!!

And for someone who loves boating, it was a downer to never be warm enough to go swimming on the weekend.  Boo Hoo!!!

yes, it was relaxing in a chair on an island but I am usually floating in a tube in the lake

  • No Vacation Time

I was only able to take two days off from work all summer.  And I used both of them to go hiking.

Now the Good:

  • Running Weather

So it was not great for boating, but it was for running.  The temps never reached the 90s and during many days, it almost felt like fall.

  • Racing Ops

I didn’t run as many races as I usually do in the summer but the ones that I did run were successful and fun!

I repeated some of my faves – Adirondack Distance Run, Silks and Satins and Race the Train.  In all three, I improved my finish time from last year.  The Al Goldstein in Brooklyn and the France Run in Central Park were inaugurals for me.  I won age group awards for Silks & Satins, Race the Train and Al Goldstein.

  • Running/Racing with Friends

It’s no secret that I run better and more seriously when I don’t run alone.  I was lucky to run with Alyssa almost weekly, Judy once and another Judy twice.

I also shared almost all my racing experiences with friends this summer.

  • New Running Routes

Thanks to my job, I experienced running in some new places… Liverpool, NY, Rochester, NY and Buffalo, NY

  • New York New York

Yes, I visited NYC several times for work and once for a race.  No better place to visit and/or run….

  • Fun with my Tennis Friends

We play tennis but mostly we go out to eat, play mah jongg and we always find a way to have a good time.

  • Boating on Lake George with the Hubby

So it wasn’t the warmest of summers but there is no more beautiful lake than Lake George (I may be biased).  We spent one day there every weekend…usually on one of the islands, relaxing, chilling and grilling with friends.

So overall, it was a pretty good summer. What about you?

Happy Running! What was the best and worst part of your summer? Do share.

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Running Update: 9.4.17-9.10.17

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Last Week:

  • Monday – Day off from work for Labor Day and the weather cooperated. The hubby invited some friends to go boating with us. I convinced him to wait so I could meet up with some new running friends and go for a run first. I ran with Judy again who pushed me through another no walking run.

easier to run without stopping when you are not alone

so great to get to know these ladies better before our Wineglass Half weekend together

Then we relaxed on the boat and BBQed on one of the islands. A perfect day!!

too cool to swim but still beautiful on Lake George

  • Tuesday – Back to Rochester for work. I rained my whole drive there but I got lucky and it stopped by the time I was ready to run. I drove to Lake Ontario and ran on the beach and then on a paved trail. It was awesome. Even collected some sea glass.

yes I met a guy dressed up as a wolf holding a pirate flag

  • Wednesday – After work, I had to drive to Buffalo and set up for work the next day so no time for a run.
  • Thursday – My goal today was after work to find a scenic place in Buffalo to get in a run. It rained on and off all day but stopped by evening and so I headed to Canalside. It was windy, cool and I even got rained on but thoroughly enjoyed it.

5 miles with views of naval skips, subs, lighthouse, General Mills plant, trams and more.

  • Friday – It was raining when I got out of work and I had a 5 hour drive home so I figured that there would be no running. But the rain stopped and I squeezed in a short one around the city before it started to rain again.

lots of interesting architecture in this city

  • Saturday – I had hoped to run one of favorite 5ks today but I knew I would be too tired and didn’t sign up. I also had the option of doing my long run with some friends. But I just couldn’t drag myself out of bed that early. So instead I ran later solo.

Tired hungry thirsty no music no running partner=a run with lots of walking. Not a good one!!!

  • Sunday – An earned rest day. And the weather was perfect for a day on the lake. We met up with friends on one of the islands.

28.25 miles done.

This Week:

  • Monday –  4 mile run with Alyssa
  • Tuesday – 4 mile run in Liverpool
  • Wednesday -2 run in Liverpool
  • Thursday – rest
  • Friday – 3 mile run, mah Jong 
  • Saturday – rest day and boating
  • Sunday – race or long run

Please link up for the Weekly Wrap hosted by these wonderful bloggers Holly @ HoHoRuns and Tricia @ MissSippiPiddlin. See rules here.

This week’s Guest Host is Sara @ Sara Runs This Town.

Happy Running! How is your running going? What’s new with you? Please share.

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TOTR: Fall Training

Since today is Tuesday, I’m linking up with these wonderful ladies:

Erika @ MCM Mama Runs, Marcia @ Marcia’s Healthy Slice and Patty @ My no-guilt life

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Today’s Topic is:  Will your training schedule change for fall? How?

There won’t be drastic changes but of course, there will be some things that will be different:

  • More Miles on the weekend.

Since I have signed up for a half marathon in October and one in November, I will need to get in some long runs on Saturday or Sunday. I was able to slack off during the summer months with my last half being May 21.

double digit runs are baack!!

  • More Races

There are so many races to choose from in the fall.  It seems like every group is trying to get a race in before the weather gets cold. I didn’t run every weekend in the summer because I wanted to make time for boating.  But I can’t promise that I won’t in the fall.

one of my favorite 10ks

  • More Challenges to Run Weekdays due to work and/or time change.

I was traveling a lot for work but it seems that I will be out of town even more in the fall.  I had been able to get creative to run wherever I was working.  This will be a challenge in October when we turn the clocks back.  Most of the places I run are not lit (will there be hotel treadmill running in my future? : ( )

  • More Before Work Runs??

It seems that I should run before work if it is dark after work…but I can’t promise that this will ever happen.

  • Faster or Longer Runs?

Cooler temps make for faster runs which also means time for longer runs.

  • More Scenic Runs.

Fall in the NE is the best.  Looking froward to leaf peeping while running.

  • More Group Runs.

My Turkey Trot training group starts up in September.  That means running on Monday evenings with a group, hills and Coach Patrick’s tortuous speed drills.

  • Mentoring Other Runners.

If time allows, I plan to volunteer again with the STEM program and help victims of domestic violence complete their first 5k.

  • More Laundry

Yeah, gone will be the days of only a tank and skirt. There will be layers. There will be jackets, arm warmers, gloves, hats…oh my!

Happy Running! How will your fall training change?

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Running Update: 8.28.17-9.3.17

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Last Week:

  • Monday – After my drive to Rochester for work, I headed to Schoen Place to run along the Erie Canal. I ran in the opposite direction from last time and loved it.

  • Tuesday – Still in Rochester for work and planned a repeat performance of yesterday’s run. But I stumbled upon a brochure for a lighthouse not too far away (I love lighthouses.) so changed direction.


The lighthouse was closed by the time I got there because I got caught in traffic due to an accident but I found a awesome running trail along Lake Ontario

there were motivational messages all along the trail. I wish I could have stayed longer.

and some hiking trails.

Views of Eastman Lake, Durant Lake and Lake Ontario

  • Wednesday – After work, I thought about a quick run before heading home but I was beat and had a 4 hour drive.  But I had heard that the best ice cream (custard) in Rochester was at Busnell Basin and when I passed a sign, it called out to me LOL.  So I had to run in order to justify the treat.  And it was definitely worth it.

ran under that bridge and over it to get to Abbott’s custard.

  • Thursday – Cloudy cool day and a needed rest day and hair appointment
  • Friday – Another rest day. A cool and fall-like one so I didn’t feel bad about missing a run. And I hosted mah jongg at my house.
  • Saturday – I did my long run today. After a late night, I met a running friend at 7:30 am for a mile (I know that’s late for you 5 am girls) and then several others arrived. Some ran 8, Judy ran 10 and I ran 10.25 more miles with this new running partner. She forced motivated me to run without walking!! My longest run ever without walking. It felt great. Afterward we all went out for breakfast to chat about our upcoming half.

Would you believe it was 40 degrees at the beginning of the run.

I spent the rest of the day doing all that stuff you don’t have time to do when you work. Since the hubby was out having fun on the lake, I went out in the evening with a friend.

  • Sunday – Today was the annual Christmas on the lake party.  It is always so much fun but the weather Gods were against us and it rained so they changed it to Saturday. Yes, I chose running over boating but I had Big FOMO.

pic from a previous year

So I spent most of day doing laundry and decluttering before we went out in the rain to a party. 

21.25 miles done.

This Week:

  • Monday – day off from work, 3-4 mile AM run, boating
  • Tuesday – 4 mile run in Rochester?
  • Wednesday – rest day, work then drive to Buffalo
  • Thursday – 4 mile run after work in Buffalo?
  • Friday – rest day, work, long drive home
  • Saturday – long run or rest day and boating
  • Sunday – rest day or race and boating

Please link up for the Weekly Wrap hosted by these wonderful bloggers Holly @ HoHoRuns and Tricia @ MissSippiPiddlin. See rules here.

This week’s Guest Host is Montana from pretty lil mudder. 

Happy Running! How is your running going? What’s new with you? Please share.

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Ultimate Coffee Talk – September

Confessions of a Mother Runner

Since today is the first Saturday in September (where did the summer go???), I am joining up with Coco & Deborah for their ultimate coffee date.

Pictured is Starbucks newest menu item, the Horchata Frappuccino

Horchata – OMG!!! Have you tried it?

Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I’ve been front loading my runs.  In other words, running a few days in a row and then taking a few days off.  When work and weather get in the way, I have get the miles in anyway I can.

Mon, Tues, Wed- run; Thurs, Fri – rest

Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I decided NOT to run the Surftown Half Marathon on Sept. 10.  I really wanted a warm-up half before Wineglass but the decision not to run was easy.

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 My RI friend’s house may not be done in time.  I am traveling for work until late Sept. 8.  So Surftown will have to wait until 2108 or 2019.

Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I loved racing NYC so much that I can’t wait to do it again.  I want to run the Brooklyn Half.  It’s a lottery but Sue and I pondered running for a charity to make sure we get in.  Undecided?

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Over coffee…

I’d tell you that I am bummed that it is September.  I don’t feel like we ever had summer. Maybe because I worked and the weekends were so-so.  I LOVE the warm temps and I was never HOT this summer.

So I am dreading winter.  I am already looking for a way to escape to Florida.  March?

Run over this bridge twice – Singer Island Half

Over coffee…
I’d tell you that seven years ago, I was still really into tennis. I played in 3.0 Sectional championships back then.

Last weekend, my hubby’s team played in the same championship (3.5 level).  Even though, I love running, I was having serious FOMO.

Over coffee…

I’d tell you that all of a sudden, Wineglass is less than a month away.  My goal for the race I think is to have my running buddy PR (under 2:18).  I’ve never run with anyone so I don’t even know if it is possible.

And to have fun.  Looking forward to the area-related activities – boat on the Finger Lakes, wine tasting, glass -making…

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Oh, and the race.  LOL.

Happy Running! Got anything to spill? Share it here! Anyone run Wineglass?  Depressed about summer ending? Run a race for charity?

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Running Motivation Inspired by Dr. Seuss & Friday Five 2.0

I’ve been lamenting about how my new job has me travelling ALL the time and how it’s hard to fit in running. But this past week while I was spending three days in Rochester, NY, I tried to focus about what this job has added to (inspired) my running and this book came to mind:

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Congratulations!
Today is your day.
You’re off to Great Places!
You’re off and away!

You have brains in your head.
You have feet in your shoes
You can steer yourself
any direction you choose.


You’re on your own. And you know what you know.
And YOU are the guy runner who’ll decide where to go.

You’ll look up and down streets. Look ’em over with care.
About some you will say, “I don’t choose to go there.”
With your head full of brains and your shoes full of feet,
you’re too smart to go down any not-so-good street.

NYC – East River

And you may not find any
you’ll want to go down.
In that case, of course,
you’ll head straight out of town.

deer along the Erie Canal Trail

It’s opener there
in the wide open air.

Lake Ontario

Out there things can happen
and frequently do
to people as brainy
and footsy as you.

along Lake Ontario

And when things start to happen,
don’t worry. Don’t stew.
Just go right along.
You’ll start happening too…

bridge in Busnell Basin overlooking the canal

You’ll be on your way up!
You’ll be seeing great sights!
You’ll join the high fliers
who soar to high heights.

Onondaga Lake

You won’t lag behind, because you’ll have the speed.
You’ll pass the whole gang pack and you’ll soon take the lead.
Wherever you fly run, you’ll be the best of the best.
Wherever you go, you will top all the rest.

Except when they you don’ t
Because, sometimes, they you won’t.

I’m sorry to say so
but, sadly, it’s true
and Hang-ups
can happen to you…

And the chances are, then,
that you’ll be in a Slump.

And when you’re in a Slump,
you’re not in for much fun.
Un-slumping yourself
is not easily done…

But you’ll find the bright places
where Boom Bands are playing.

Onondaga Lake

With banner flip-flapping,
once more you’ll ride high!
Ready for anything under the sky.
Ready because you’re that kind of a guy you’ll get that runner high!

Oh, the places you’ll go! There is fun to be done!
There are points finish lines to be scored crossed.
There are games medals to be won…

5k on a Tuesday night in Brooklyn

Except when they you don’t.
Because, sometimes, they you won’t.

Nope. Holly beat me.

I’m afraid that some times
you’ll play lonely games too.
Games you can’t win
’cause you’ll play against you…

But on you will go
though the weather be foul
On you will go
though your enemies injuries may prowl
Onward up over many a frightening creek,
though your arms legs may get sore
and your sneakers may leak.

On and on you will hike run
and I know you’ll hike run far
and face up to your problems challenges
whatever they are…

Charlotte- Genesee Lighthouse, Rochester

So be sure when you step.
Step with care and great tact
and remember that Life’s
a Great Balancing Act.
Just never forget to be dexterous and deft.
And never mix up your right foot with your left.

along the East River, NYC

And will you succeed?
Yes! You will, indeed!
(98 and 3 / 4 percent guaranteed.)

trail along Lake Ontario

KID RUNNER, YOU’LL MOVE MOUNTAINS!

So…
you’re off to Great Places!
Today is your day!
Your mountain The road is waiting.
So…get on your way!

So next week, I’m off to Buffalo.  You bet I’ll be looking for a new place to run….

It’s also Friday so, I’m linking up with Running on Happy & Fairytales and Fitness for the Friday Five 2.0 linkup! Join in! Don’t forget to link back to your hostesses and visit some other bloggers.


My topic for today is: Five Ways Work Travel Has Inspired My Running:

1. New Places

Wegman’s Landing in Liverpool, NY

2. New Faces

another Skirt Sports Ambassador in Pittsford, NY

3. New Challenges

bridges along the Canal after being on my feet for 8 hours

4. New Post Race Fuel

Abbot’s Custard in Busnell Basin, NY

5. Prioritizing Running

running after working all day and before leaving on a long drive home

Happy Running! What has recently inspired your running?

 

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TOTR: August Report Card

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Summer has arrived. But actually it hasn’t been a hot one so far  – just a few humid days and some rain!!
Here’s how August worked out for me:

Weekday Runs:

I was able to run at least 3 times outdoors each week which is great because I do not have a treadmill at home. I prefer to run 4 times but sometimes it just doesn’t happen.

I ran at UAlbany (near work), near home, in a local park and at the Corning Bike Path. I even ran while in Rochester and Liverpool for work. My weekday runs are usually 3-4 miles.

I ran alone some of the time. But Alyssa was able to accompany me often and Judy once. It’s definitely more fun running with friends.

I can’t wait until my Turkey Trot running group starts up again next month. Every Monday, I will have a group to run with (if work doesn’t get in the way 😦 )

Long Runs:

Long runs have begun in preparation for my next half marathon.  As per my usual plan, they didn’t happen as per a plan or every weekend. C’est la vie!

Total Mileage:

I have run 76 miles this month so far (My goal was 85 but it looks like I may only reach 81.)  Some skipped runs and no half marathon this month can be blamed for the low mileage. Still healthy so all is good.

Races:

I had several races on my schedule this month. I ran Race the Train, a hilly 8.4 miler for the 2nd time. It was hillier than I remembered but I had a course PR, met up with running friends and won an AG award.  I also ran the France Run 8K in NYC. Running the Central Park hills was a challenge but Sue and I had a blast.

Cross Training:

I played tennis outdoors twice. Again this month, I was out of town working every other Tuesday 😦

I did NOT go to work out at the gym at all!!!! Not once! Nunca! Jamais!

I did walk occasionally at lunch. Not everyday like I used to.  I find it hard to tear myself away from my desk.

I did go hiking once.  It was great!! I wish I had time to have gone more often.  Darn work! (Yes, that’s a recurring theme.) Does Hula Dancing count as cross-training??

Other News:

I went to NYC with a running friend for a race.  While we were there, we walked miles and miles – over the Brooklyn Bridge, around Governor Island, on the High Line and more…. 23 miles in addition to the race!! So fun!!!

I went to the Saratoga Race Track as I do every year with a former co-worker.  We had breakfast, stayed for the races and then stopped off at the Casino. I won a lot of races but in the end, probably came out even. My monthly tennis ladies get-together was a Hula lesson and dinner (pic above).

The hubby and I continued our boating on the weekends. 

As you can tell, running is not my whole life. I think it is important to make time for other things that bring you pleasure….family, friends, food….

Feeling healthy so Life Is Good.

Looking Ahead:

Two half marathons planned- October 1 in Corning, NY. and November 12 in Las Vegas.

I also have quite a few shorter races planned.  I have to squeeze them in before the winter.

This is my list so far for the next 2 months:

  • 9-9-17 or 9-10-17 – Malta 5K, Teal Blue Ribbon 5k or another 5k
  • 9-17-17 – Palio 5k or another 5k
  • 9-23-17 – Helper’s Fund 10k
  • 10-01-17 – Wineglass Half Marathon
  • 10-08-17 – Ramblefest 8k or 10-07-17 – Apple Run 5K / ZOOMA Virtual 10K
  • 10-15-17 – Great Pumpkin Challenge 10K
  • 10-29-17 – Goblin gallop 5k ?

I am linking to Deb at DebRuns for her September Race Linkup:

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No monthly goals.

This motto worked for 2016 so I’m sticking with it in 2017!

Since today is Tuesday, I’m also linking up with these wonderful ladies:

Erika @ MCM Mama Runs, Marcia @ Marcia’s Healthy Slice and Patty @ My no-guilt life for

Today’s Topic is: Give your running month a letter grade.

I’d say overall a B.

You know, fewer weekly miles, zero gym attendance, skipping lunch time walks, slacking on those long runs, easy lackluster weekday runs. I know I can do better.

This week I am also joining up with Running on Happy, Suzlyfe, Crazy Running Girl, and Coach Debbie Runs each week for the Coaches’ Corner linkup

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Running Update: 8.21.17-8.27.17

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Last Week:

  • Monday – Yes, I was tired after my busy weekend but I still ran and then went for a walk in the mall with my bff.

my legs were not happy with this one…slowest ever!!

  • Tuesday.  Had the day off from work to go to my friend’s funeral.  Took advantage of my free time to run with Judy in the morning.  She wanted to run 6 miles and I didn’t think I could handle that many after the previous day’s sucky run.  So we planned to meet after her 2 mile warm-up and run 4 together.  Unfortunately we mixed up the meeting location and only ran 1 1/2 miles together.  But it was the best I’ve felt in a long time. You know, one of the rare runs that you feel you could run forever.  I think it was that it was the morning and I was trying to run slower than normal.  Who knows???

After the funeral and dinner at the family’s house, I played tennis. I was pretty rusty since I hadn’t played in a weeks but it was fun to see my “happy” friends and of course, we went out to dinner after.

Everyone got a rock to place somewhere in Carol’s memory. I think I will leave it at UAlbany while I’m running there. It’s where we met and studied.

  • Wednesday – After work, I dragged myself for a run at The Crossings (because I worked today nearby.)

yes, it ended at the ice cream stand.

  • Thursday – After a long work day, I took a rest day (on a cool perfect running weather day) and instead went out to dinner with my tennis friends. One of the ladies arranged for a Hula lesson beforehand.  So much fun.

in a park along the Hudson River

  • Friday – Another rest day. Just because…… I did play mah jongg in the evening
  • Saturday – I did my long run today. I thought I’d have company but ended up solo with my podcasts as a companion. The weather was perfect as was my post race snack.

On the Zim Smith Trail

After errands, I watched my hubby play tennis. Unfortunately, our dinner get-together with some running friends got cancelled so I actually stayed home!!

  • Sunday – I watched my hubby play tennis again and then we went up to the lake to relax.

views from my walk in town

my view for the rest of the day

We ended the day with dinner at a restaurant on the lake (with a stop for ice cream on the way home 🙂 )

20 miles done.

This Week:

  • Monday – 4 mile run in Rochester (there for work)
  • Tuesday – 3 mile run in Rochester
  • Wednesday – 2 mile run before leaving Rochester 
  • Thursday – rest, hair appt
  • Friday – rest, mah jongg chez moi
  • Saturday – long run
  • Sunday – rest, boating, Xmas party in Log Bay (on Lake George)

Please link up for the Weekly Wrap hosted by these wonderful bloggers Holly @ HoHoRuns and Tricia @ MissSippiPiddlin. See rules here.

This week’s Guest Host is Teresa @ Finding Fabulous at Fifty.

Happy Running! How is your running going? What’s new with you? Please share.

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Friday Five 2.0: Runfessions August

It’s that time again. Time to get things off my chest with Marcia’s Runfessions at Marcia’s Healthy Slice…

and it’s also Friday so, I’m linking up with Running on Happy & Fairytales and Fitness for the Friday Five 2.0 linkup! Join in! Don’t forget to link back to your hostesses and visit some other bloggers.


My topic for today is: Five August Runfessions

  1. I runfess…

I was really excited when I got a 6 month free membership to a gym back in March. I vowed to go use the machines twice a week.

Then once a week.  (Even the nearby Starbucks stopped motivating me.)

Well, the thrill is gone.  I have not gone once this month!!!!!!!

2. I runfess…

I took the day off from work (and did not travel to Liverpool) because I wanted to go to a friend’s funeral.  And I did go but I ran before and played tennis after.  I can’t let my free time be free.

on the Delmar rail Trail

3. I runfess…

I am been purging big time from my closet. I have too many things that I no longer wear. I definitely don’t need any more running clothes.  I mean I only run 4x a week at most.

So why did I buy another running skirt or two?

Gym Girl Ultra (my fav) – FWC20 for 20% off at skirtsports.com

4. I runfess…

Speaking about temptation, I cannot stop eating ice cream.  Every day!!!  It’s my reward after a run. It’s my reward after a bad day.  It’s my reward…just because.

just being patriotic

I need an intervention.

5. I runfess…

I’m already picking out my races for 2018.

But I’ve decided (for now) on quality rather than quantity.  In the past I’ve run as many as 7 half marathons in a year.  This year, I had planned to run 6 – 3 in the spring and 3 in the fall but (may only run 5).

I think for next year, it’ll be 4 – 2 in the spring and 2 in the fall.

Here’s the plan so far:

March:

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FLA – bridges, ocean views, friend meet-ups and baseball (Mar 18)

May:

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largest half in US, NYC weekend, fun fun (May 20)

 

Sept:

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hilly but with beaches, staying at my college roommate’s new house in RI (Sept 9)

Oct:

Paris what else can I say? This will probably not happen but a girl can dream… (Oct 6)

Happy Running! Anything to runfess this month? Do you slack off on your gym membership?  What food do you have a weakness for? Do you buy too many running clothes?  Any big races planned for 2018?

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