It is one hundred hot degrees in NYC. The city feels and smells like the inside of a hot yoga studio. Obviously running is a much bigger challenge than normal. Today I had three one-mile (3x1600) repeats on my schedule as well as a warm-up and cool down. I managed to complete two of those repeats, but just didn't have a third in me. I'm still undecided as to weather or not the heat won, or if I … [Read more...] about Running Essentials Thursday: Know the Signs of Heat Exhaustion
Archives for July 2011
SIDI {Let NYCM Training Begin!}
Here's the deal, this whole training for the NYCM is going to be no joke. It's been a really really long time since I've done this and it almost feels like I've never done it before. So much has changed since I ran the Chicago Marathon in 2004 and even more has changed since I ran my very first marathon in 1999. Most of what has changed in terms of training (other than being old) is the mental … [Read more...] about SIDI {Let NYCM Training Begin!}
NYCM: My #1 Self Defeating Habit
Pretty sure we can all relate to the fact that our biggest barriers to reaching our goals are most often ourselves. Last weekend I had promised you an update on how Marissa, my Health Coach and I have been working together to change my eating habits but that will have to wait for another day. This week while chatting with her, I finally came to the realization that there is one big thing blocking … [Read more...] about NYCM: My #1 Self Defeating Habit
5 Things That Can Sabotage Your Workout
Ever wonder why your workouts aren't working for you? Today I'm discussing 5 Things that Can Sabotage Your Workout over at Where I Need to Be... Lessons and perceptions on health, wellness, sprituality and greater self love. Head on over to make sure you aren't sabotaging your workouts. … [Read more...] about 5 Things That Can Sabotage Your Workout
NYCM: My Basic Plan
It's a good thing my marathon training schedule doesn't start for another week. Last night around 8:30 I started reading the Something Borrowed. I was so engrossed in the soap opera like plot that I read the entire book finishing around 2:00 a.m. I didn't head out the door for my run until 10:30. I promise that won't happen tonight or during training season. I'm often curious as to what people's … [Read more...] about NYCM: My Basic Plan