2014... The year I ran Boston. The year I ran Boston while taking over Fitness Magazine's instagram feed. The year I ran the LA Marathon. The year I ran Chicago (again). The year I set zero PR's. The year that when December came around all I could remember were my Race Pace Runner's PR's while my once ginormous personal goal of qualifying and running Boston felt … [Read more...] about Looking Back to Look Ahead: On Turning 39 in 2014
10 Days ’till Christmas: 10 Last Minute Gifts for Runners
Oh my goodness! There are only ten more days until Christmas! Just because you can pick up something lame last minute at Duane Reade doesn't mean you should! (read 21 Things That Will Happen to You While Christmas Shopping in NYC) If you're like me and in a pinch to cross everyone off your shopping list, here are some fun and affordable gifts for your favorite runner. 1. Make a charitable … [Read more...] about 10 Days ’till Christmas: 10 Last Minute Gifts for Runners
Recipe: Vegan Gingerbread Pancakes
I'll be the first to admit that when looking at recipes on blogs, I don't read the content I'm only there for the recipe. So, here's all I have to say... Make these gingerbread pancakes for your loved ones so they'll be appropriately carb-loaded for the holiday season! Vegan Gingerbread Pancakes Ingredients: 1 1/4 cup whole wheat flour 1 1/2 cup non-dairy milk 1 Tbsp flax meal + 3 … [Read more...] about Recipe: Vegan Gingerbread Pancakes
Race Pace Training Diaries: Post Marathon Plans = Shorter Races & Faster Paces
Hi guys! It’s been a few weeks since the marathon and I wanted to catch you up on my running plans for the next couple months. After the 2013 NYC marathon I felt a bit lost. I liked having a scheduled running routine, but I knew I couldn’t run the same amount of mileage I had been during training and wasn’t quite sure where to go from there. This resulted in me going towards heavy weight … [Read more...] about Race Pace Training Diaries: Post Marathon Plans = Shorter Races & Faster Paces
5 Reasons My Next Race Won’t Be a Marathon
I'm taking some time off from marathoning. The last time I took time off, I took an eight year hiatus! Don't get me wrong, I still ran. Some years I ran races and some years I just ran to run. These are my top 5 reasons why my next race won't be a marathon. #1. I want longevity in this sport. I've been a runner for 25 years and I want to run for at least the next 25 years. Physical and mental … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons My Next Race Won’t Be a Marathon
Race Pace Training Diaries: A PR is a PR
The summer and fall edition of Race Pace Training Diaries follows Jess D, a Race Pace Runner, training for the 2014 New York City Marathon with the goal of becoming a faster runner and setting a new Personal Record. Learn more about Jess and her goals here. Hi guys! Wanted to update you on my NCYM experience. Race week was awesome! Between the expo, taking my dad for a Central Park … [Read more...] about Race Pace Training Diaries: A PR is a PR