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It’s Marathon Weekend!

The Marine Corps Marathon on Sunday will be #7 for me. It’s my second time running this particular course. This training season has been interesting, to say the least. In March, I was asked by our head coach for Pink Nation, one of the marathon training teams with Sports Backers, to be a coach forContinue reading “It’s Marathon Weekend!”

Vegan Chili

As summer comes to an end, despite the multiple resurgences here in Virginia, we are finally beginning to feel the temperatures drop! It’s perfect chili weather. This is a recipe I have perfected over the years, and one I was using long before I became vegan. I’ve brought it to many a pot luck, andContinue reading “Vegan Chili”

Let’s talk running gear…

Let’s talk about running gear. You’ve already heard about my affection for the Hoka Cliftons and the importance of working with a good, local running store to find your perfect shoes. Now let’s talk about running shorts and leggings! Once upon a time, I could run in cute running shorts and skirts. That was beforeContinue reading “Let’s talk running gear…”

An Ode to my Beloved Hokas

Roses are red. Violets are blue. My Hokas are comfy. How about YOUR shoes? This picture shows 4 generations of the Hoka Clifton, starting with the Clifton 2. I own 4 pair of these, two pair of the 3’s, two of the 4’s, one of the 5’s, and I’m currently training in the 6. MostContinue reading “An Ode to my Beloved Hokas”

The Birth of a Runner

It’s been said that one of the most natural inclinations of humans is to run. Well, I don’t know about you, but for most of my life, I was one of those “if nothing is chasing me, it’s crazy to run” kind of folks. Seriously. I was a gymnast in my pre-teen and teen years.Continue reading “The Birth of a Runner”

My First Blog Post

The quality or state of being in good health, especially as an actively sought goal. — Merriam-Webster I don’t know about you, but I’ve been chasing wellness most of my adult life in some way. It’s one of the reasons I chose to become a physical therapist. I wanted to also help others feel well,Continue reading “My First Blog Post”