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

This month, I should call them Shoefessions…

1.I runfess…

It took a while to figure things out.

Every time I raced in my (low heel drop) Topos, my right Achilles stiffened up after.

When I recently raced in (high heel drop) Brooks, it did not…

2. I runfess….

My Topos (which I have too many to count) relieved my Neuroma issues so I became hooked on them.

4 years ago…

3. I runfess…

Last summer, I had a similar (but short-liven) issues with my left Achilles.  And so I bought Brooks Cool Max shoes.

Once my foot felt better, I returned to running/racing in Topos.

4. I runfess…

I am hoping to return to my beloved Topos (since I have so many pairs in so many styles and colors)…

But I relented and bought these pair of Brooks Ghosts 18 until then…

5. I runfess...

There’s a story behind these shoes…

I tried on many pairs and none felt great (though I almost bought a pair of Hokas).

I tried on Brooks Ghosts in my normal running shoe size (1 size bigger than my regular shoe size) and they seemed too long…

I spied a pair of returned shoes (1/2 price) in a size smaller but a wide.

They felt perfect (and so was the price).

I bought them!!

Stay tuned…

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

1.I runfess…

I have amnesia. Have the spring temps always been this erratic?

One day 70 degrees and the next day 30 degrees.

Wind, rain, snow, sun…

2. I runfess…

This month used to be my favorite for scenic runs..

But where are all the flowers?

3. I runfess…

With THREE half marathons in one month, I hope I can keep up the mojo to run those long runs…

So I guess I’m glad that I do have TWO 10 mile races scheduled at the end of May.

May 17

4. I runfess…

I signed up for a 10k because it was only $15 (if you’ve never run it before)…

and it was a 10k (there aren’t many races at that distance.)

It is very hilly. Hope I won’t regret it too much.

4. I runfess…

My goal for running my last half marathon was to finish slower than 2:27.

oops!

Why?

That’s the qualifying rime for the NYC and Brooklyn half marathons (for my age group).

I didn’t want to be tempted to register.

Instead next spring, I signed up to run this one:

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

1.I runfess…

I absolutely love NYC.

Those BIG NYRR races are exciting but also stressful.

That being said, I’m DONE!!

Three was not a charm but instead I plan to try to run new races outside NYC and some smaller NYC races

so I quitting after THREE:

• • 3 Brooklyn Halfs

• • 3  NYC Halfs

• • 3 NYC Marathons

2. I runfess…

I had so much fun last March running the Rock ‘n’ Roll DC Half Marathon with my friend Sue and getting a PW that I decided to do a repeat performance…

This time we flew to Asheville, NC and ran a half marathon there.

It was super hilly and we were so slow but when you’re “old,” you can still win age group awards.

3. I runfess…

I may opt to do all my races like this. At least ones that I travel to with a friend.

Tentatively next year, we may fly to Philly and do the Love Run.

New Orleans and Savannah are on our bucket lists, as well.

Stay tuned…

4. I runfess…

That being said, my next half marathon is local and downhill.

It will be my 6th time running this race (once was COVID canceled and once I volunteered when injured).

So I am hoping (or dreaming) to finish it with some semblance of speed.

2024

and I really hope the weather is better than last year.

snow, sleet, rain…

5. I runfess…

After my April half marathon, I am looking forward to a half marathon break…

I may not run one until September!!!

No worries, I’m not taking a racing break, there will be plenty of shorter races…

• • 04-25-26 – Bill Robinson Memorial 10k
  • 05-03-26 – Tropicool 5k
  • 05-09-26 – Prospect Mountain Run (????- my birthday!!)
  • 05-17-26 – Boilermaker’s Erie Canal Race (10 miler)
  • 05-24-26 – Miles on the Mohawk (10 miler)
  • 06-06-26 – Mastercard NYC Mini 10k
  • 06-13-26 – Valley Cats Father’s Day 5k
  • 07-04-26 – Firecracker 4
  • 07-12-26 – Boilermaker 15k
  • 07-19-26 – Keep MOO’ving 5k
  • 08-09-26 – Run for the Roses 5k

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

The first one of 2026…

1.I workfess…

I hate to run alone.  I think I’ve mentioned that a zillion times.

Luckily I have a new running friend (who is training for Tokyo marathon).

She lives near me but she is retired and takes many classes each day (hot yoga, pilates, HIIT, spin, etc.)

In order to run with her, I have to run when it’s convenient and on days when I work from home.

That may or may not be during my scheduled worktime.

2. I gymfess…

I joined the YMCA awhile ago.

I am pretty disciplined in going on non-running days when I am home…

I don’t take classes or run one the track or treadmill.

I only use the machines -about 10 of them – the ones to strengthen your arms and hips and abs.

I don’t think I changed the number or repetitions or the weight on the machines since I started….

3. I racefess…

I signed up for a new 10 mile race scheduled for May 17.

It’s in Utica (about 1 1/2 hours away).

Why?  It was $26!!

Then because I was going stir crazy home during the snowstorm, I signed up for another:

 LOl. It was NOT early registration so NOT $26!!!

It does sell out as it is very popular and I’ve never done it before.

Luckily I think some other local runners may go to both and we can carpool.

4. I jefffess…

I’ve convinced many running friends that interval running (started by JEFF Galloway) is the best way to combat the aging process.  IOW, you may slow down as you get older but you can still compete at the longer distances if you Run WALK RUN.

I use whatever intervals my running partner is comfortable with: 90:30, 60:60, 60:30, etc.

I  NEVER use intervals in a race.

That doesn’t mean that I don’t walk. I do whenever I am tired and going up a hill.

I’ve said it’s because I use Runkeeper on my phone (instead of my Garmin) and it will run the battery down…

Is it?

5. I watchfess…

I’ve been  running since 2008.

I started with a Nike chip in my shoe and something attached to my ipod.

But since then I’ve only owned two Garmin watches.

I bought the 205 to run my first half marathon.

and I bought the 230 to run my first marathon.

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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.

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

1. I runfess…

I am ok with getting slower. It happens with age (for most of us except for those Jeannie Rice types.)

I enjoy racing because you are only compared with those in your age group.

2.I runfess…

Sometimes my ego gets in the way.

In my recent race, I finished behind someone (Debbie Kelley) whom I am always faster than.

Hmmm… did she have a good race or did I have a bad race?

3. I runfess…

That being said, I noticed that I beat someone (Martha DeGrazia) who always beat me…

I wonder if she even noticed? Or cares?

4. I runfess…

Speaking about races… I already started signing up for next year:

• • 01-01-26 – Winter Series #2 (3.5m)- free
  • 01-11-24 – Winter Series #3 (3.5m) – free
  • 01-25-24 – Winter Series #4 (3.5m) – free
  • 02-01-26 – Manhattan 10k
  • 02-08-24 – Winter Series #5 (3.5m) – free
  • 03-21-26 – Asheville Half Marathon

5. I runfess…

I didn’t run the NYC Half Marathon in 2025 (My friends deferred and I ran RnR DC instead)

I did run it in 2019 and 2024. It was cancelled in 2020 & 2021. I ran the virtual in 2022 to get into 2023 but then I broke my foot and couldn’t run it.

I didn’t run any NYRR halfs to quality for 2026 but for some reason, I submitted my local half time.

The qualifying time is 2:27:00 and my time was 2:25:41

can’t believe I got it!!

And according to NYRR…

You’ll traverse two boroughs as you run through diverse neighborhoods and take in stunning views.

Fun fact: The United Airlines NYC Half is the only race to ever run across the Brooklyn Bridge—an unforgettable experience!

Other unique features include a stretch on the FDR Drive with gorgeous East River views and a run through Times Square—one of just two times each year this landmark is closed to traffic.

But…

As you see above, I had already registered to run the Ashville Half 6 days later… Gulp!

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

1. I runfess…

Obviously I have runner’s amnesia because after my last half marathon that felt inexplicably hard, I vowed to prepare better so I would not feel defeated that last few miles.

2.I runfess…

I think I went a little overboard with running short races:

• 08-10-25 – Run for the Roses 5k
• 08-17-25 – Ellen’s Run 
• 09-06-25 – Malta 5k
• 09-13-25 – Squirrel Stampede 10k
• 09-27-25 – Great Pumpkin Challenge 10k
• 10-04-25 – Barn to Bridge 5k
• 10-11-25 – Lake Placid Half Marathon

My next half marathon on Oct. 11 may go even worse than the last one.

3. I runfess…

Even if my next half marathon is my worst ever, I don’t regret running any of those shorter races.

I enjoyed them and won my age group in each one.

4. I runfess…

My next half marathon will be #75 and if I can stay healthy, I’m going for 100!

 My 1st and it was going to be my only one… (Naples, Fl – 2011)

5. I runfess…

I still plan to run 5ks. I don’t expect any PRs but I haven’t given up hope on that sub 30.

close… 30:09

Happy Running! Anything to runfess this month? Please share.

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