This isn't going to be a marathon recap, I'll save that for Brittany. When I registered for the New York City Marathon in the spring of 2011, I had no idea I'd have to wait until 2013 to actually run this race. One really bad race and one BQ later, I now know that the 2013 race was the one I was meant to run from the beginning. The 2013 New York City Marathon was perfect in every way. There's … [Read more...] about Thank You: The New York City Marathon Edition
Race Pace Training Diaries: Trust Yourself
The fall edition of Race Pace Training Diaries follows Brittany, a Race Pace Runner, on her journey of training for her first marathon, the New York City Marathon on November 3rd. Learn more about Brittany here or follow her daily adventures on twitter. It's so surreal that after months of training, the big day is almost here! If you had asked me 15 weeks ago what I was most nervous about, I … [Read more...] about Race Pace Training Diaries: Trust Yourself
Help Me Meet My NYCM Goal
I can't believe it's been ten years since I ran the New York City Marathon! Training was touch and go for a few months, but now I'm finally feeling like I'll be able to conquer the distance and enjoy every mile. I've mentioned before that I'm running this race as a Girls on the Run Solemate. My goal for this race is to raise enough money to provide an entire team of girls with full scholarships … [Read more...] about Help Me Meet My NYCM Goal
New York City Marathon Week To-Do List
One of the most challenging parts of tapering for a marathon is the feeling idleness brings. My advice is to focus on what you can do during your free time verses what you wish you had done differently during training. I created this marathon countdown to-do list so that each day you have an assignment to complete that will help you reach your marathon goals and help calm your nerves (because we … [Read more...] about New York City Marathon Week To-Do List
October Favorites
1. Brooks Infinity Anorak: The style of this jacket can't be beat! It's unique looking, but also functional. It's lightweight, breathes well and most importantly it will protect you from the elements as it's both waterproof and windproof. (full disclosure, I have not tested this out in the rain yet!) 2. The Runner's World Cookbook: This was in my gift bag last week at the Runner's … [Read more...] about October Favorites
Runner’s World Hat Trick Recap: 5k+10k+13.1 = Ready for 26.2
Remember how I promised Melissa I'd run the New York City Marathon with her? Well, I've been quite worried about being able to follow through with it. My build up for this marathon has been less than conventional, but I'm finally starting to feel slightly more fit and totally believe I can run this thing with her after completing the Runner's World Hat Trick this past weekend. The hat trick … [Read more...] about Runner’s World Hat Trick Recap: 5k+10k+13.1 = Ready for 26.2