But this feels weird Here’s the deal. I was supposed to run America’s Toughest Road Race, the Blue Ridge Marathon, the other weekend. And I did. Well, sort of. The race was canceled due to severe thunderstorms about 6 miles into my race. We made it 9 miles to the stop where buses would pickContinue reading “I Promised Myself I’d Take Time Off from Running”
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How Long Was Your Marathon?
Blue Ridge Marathon Race Recap Well, my race did not go as planned. It was an act of nature, however, not my lack of athletic prowess that was the demise of this event. As the forecast for Saturday’s race was finalized, it was apparent that we would get wet. And the radar in the morningContinue reading “How Long Was Your Marathon?”
What Does it Mean to Be The GOAT?
The greatest of all time Who do you think of when you hear The GOAT? Simone Biles is the first person I think of when I hear this. In my mind, she truly is the best athlete ever. She makes the sport of artistic gymnastics look easy, but the sport in this day and ageContinue reading “What Does it Mean to Be The GOAT?”
That’s a Wrap!
My year in running in 2022 Oh, this sport. Running has been a part of my life now for 10 years. For 8 of those, I have run at least one spring half marathon and a fall full marathon. This year was no exception. Adding to my activities were a few leadership roles. And despiteContinue reading “That’s a Wrap!”
Marathons and Dinosaurs and College Trips, oh, my!
Richmond Marathon Weekend 2022 This isn’t a race recap, exactly. I didn’t race this weekend. I was simply there to support everyone who was! I woke up Sunday feeling sore from hours of walking, running, and standing. My throat hurts a bit from yelling all day. I’m sunburned from spending a couple of hours onContinue reading “Marathons and Dinosaurs and College Trips, oh, my!”
Chessie Trail Marathon 2022: Race Recap
“I’ll meet you at the cow!” This is one phrase you may not typically hear from your running partner during a marathon. But we did encounter quite a few of these majestic creatures during the race. They were mostly curious and/or unbothered by our presence. The cow patties, on the other hand, were not soContinue reading “Chessie Trail Marathon 2022: Race Recap”
To the First Time Marathoner:
Taking on this milestone race distance can be intimidating. But I’m here to tell you, every marathoner has been there, asking the question, “Can I actually do this?” When did I finally feel like I would be able to run a marathon? Well, it didn’t happen overnight. My journey toward the marathon started with theContinue reading “To the First Time Marathoner:”
My 2021 In Running!
Yes, 2021 is coming to a close. And although I maybe didn’t accomplish everything I had set out to do this year with my running, I also kept expectations low. After all, we certainly deserve a bit of grace after a pandemic year, especially those of us who are essential workers, including healthcare providers. I’mContinue reading “My 2021 In Running!”
So Excited!
I’m really happy to share that I will once again represent the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon 2022! The event will be April 16, 2022. Announcements for ambassadors were made earlier this week. Last year’s race was a bit different from their norm due to the pandemic, but it was very well done, and IContinue reading “So Excited!”
Richmond Marathon 2021 Race Recap
Richmond Marathon 2021 Race Recap It’s often said that if you want to restore your faith in humanity, go spectate a marathon. This couldn’t be more true! After last year’s discouraging race year with so many live events canceled due to the pandemic, it was awesome to have the Richmond marathon, half marathon, and 8kContinue reading “Richmond Marathon 2021 Race Recap”
Anne the Vegan 