My goals for the LA Marathon are simple (but not necessarily easy): Finish the race. This will be a huge accomplishment in and of itself. I'm running this 26.2 as a training run for Boston and on fewer training miles than any of my previous six marathons. Number 7, will definitely be one for the books. (and yes, I'm nervous and bit stressed!) Have fun, stay positive. Sometimes when running a … [Read more...] about 4 Goals for the LA Marathon
Training Diaries
My personal running adventures. Read below to learn about my training and read past race recaps.
Asics Giveaway
As a member of the Asics LA Marathon Team, I've gotten to connect with some great people and try some great gear. I am looking forward to running the LA Marathon on Sunday, though I'm quite nervous (more on my goals later)! As a thank you to you for supporting me and cheering me on in this adventure Asics has provided me with two promo codes worth $150 to give away to two of you so you can shop at … [Read more...] about Asics Giveaway
Race Pace Training Diaries: The 1st 2 Weeks
The spring edition of Race Pace Training Diaries follows Jackie, a Race Pace Runner, on her journey of acheiving a big half marathon PR this spring. Learn more about Jackie and her goals here. Before starting this 12-week training plan with Jess, I thought I was in pretty good shape. I was running 3-5 miles, 2-3 times per week. I wasn’t worried about my pace or tracking my mile splits with my … [Read more...] about Race Pace Training Diaries: The 1st 2 Weeks
Spring Marathon Training: Treadmills & Rest Days
Race Pace Runner Gregg won't let me forget the first time we met in-person and I boldly stated that winter was the best season for training. I assume in that conversation, I also gushed about the quietness of Central Park and how once you figure out how to dress, it's the best season to run through. I jinxed us all. The thing about running, that non-runners don't see is there are adventures … [Read more...] about Spring Marathon Training: Treadmills & Rest Days
Race Pace Training Diaries: Meet Jackie
Hello, fellow Race Pace Runners! My name is Jackie, and I’ve been friends with Jess since fall of 2007, thanks to our shared love of all things running, cycling, and New York City. I’m so happy to have her as my coach while I train for the Nike Women’s Half Marathon DC this spring. I’ve been a runner for as long as I can remember, but I took a break from serious racing a few years ago … [Read more...] about Race Pace Training Diaries: Meet Jackie
Spring Marathon Training: Choosing a Goal Race
I use to think I enjoyed shorter marathon training cycles, but I've learned I really enjoy having ample time to prepare. It gives me peace of mind. This way I have plenty of time to make up a missed run due to illness, snow, or lame excuses. Since finding out I am going to run the LA Marathon, I've felt like I'm behind. I thought LA would be my goal race, but the idea of having to play … [Read more...] about Spring Marathon Training: Choosing a Goal Race