Last year I had the pleasure of meeting Karen Litzy, MSPT host of the radio show Healthy, Wealthy & Smart. She has generously offered to answer some questions here each month. If you missed the first Q & A check it out here. This month's Q&A is all about shin splints. Q: We've all heard of the shin splints, but what exactly is it? A: Shin splints, also called medial tibial stress … [Read more...] about Runner’s Foe: Shin Splints
Heat, Hills & Humility
There are so many things I could say about the Country Music 1/2 Marathon. I could tell you about the expo, the course, the hills, the heat, the humidity, and the unplanned circumstances of the weekend. I could tell you about almost peeing my pants (true story). Or about eating a salt packet mid-race for the first time (it was weird, I didn't like it, but I think it was a smart choice). I … [Read more...] about Heat, Hills & Humility
Say it, Do it! {it’s race week again!}
{If you’re new to SIDI here’s some info: At the beginning of each week on FCITC “Say it, Do it” is a chance for us to commit to our workouts for the week by saying them out loud here and keeping each other accountable.} Some weeks SIDI is a cinch. Other weeks, I it's a struggle to lace up my running shoes and get out the door. I could point fingers and place blame on certain things, but … [Read more...] about Say it, Do it! {it’s race week again!}
I Tried It: Duct Tape on a Blister
Last Saturday, the day before the More/Fitness Marathon I acquired a large blister on my heel while running around the neighborhood looking for Honey Stinger Chews. At first I was stressed out about it, but then magically forgot until I was getting ready for the race on Sunday. I quickly googled "running with a blister" and stumbled upon a forum suggesting duct tape. And it worked! Here's what I … [Read more...] about I Tried It: Duct Tape on a Blister
Protect Your Skin: New Sunscreen Rules
It's sunny and beautiful in NYC. Yesterday, Central Park was full of sunbathers who were getting an early start on their tan. By now you are aware of the dangers of too much sun exposure, but did you know that runners are more at risk for melanoma than non-runners? Check out this article from the Skin Cancer Foundation. I'm pretty religious about using sunscreen, but admit to forgetting to wear … [Read more...] about Protect Your Skin: New Sunscreen Rules
The Season Opener
Last night while nervously prepping for the More/Fitness Magazine Half Marathon, I made a list. I wrote about my ego and all my glorious race plans, but my brain wasn't truly on-board with my race plan until late last night. The reality is that I've been really anxious about this race. I've been running without a watch for the majority of my runs and really wasn't sure what to expect. Not … [Read more...] about The Season Opener