It's a hard time of year. Summer is technically almost at an end, but the heat and humidity are still going strong in most parts of the country. School is back in session, which means new morning schedules, more traffic from more people on the roads, and just a general sense of craziness. I ...
end of summer running blues
it’s great to be a miami hurricane!
On Saturday at noon, an epic game took place at the SunLife Stadium in Sunrise, Florida. The unranked Miami Hurricanes took on the #12 Florida Gators for what might be the last time in the history of the rivalry. And we were there to watch the Canes take the victory! I don't get to go to a ...
weekly recap 9/1-9/6
All I can say is that I am thrilled with this week. I'm so proud of the miles I've put in, and I'm also feeling extremely pleased with my decision to focus on toning my inner thighs. Since the gym is on hold for a few more months, I feel confident about pulling in some hand weights to work on my ...
race report: run jax 35th anniversary 3.5 miler & fun run
The truth? I was really disappointed that I didn't get to compete in Monday's race. I liked the distance (3.5 miles up from the usual 5K), the sentiment (an anniversary), the location (nice and flat) and the medal. My consolation prize was entering and running Will Run For Bling's Hangover ...
sunday’s long run
There is just something about a long run. On the one hand, it's so intimidating and nerve-wracking. The thought of all those miles, hoping for good weather, eating just the right pre-run snack, planning the proper mid-run fuel... So many things. On the other hand, when you finish? You are on ...
weekly recap & september goals
September, already! Where is this year going? Fall is on us (some may say that the official first day of autumn is September 22, but we all know it's when the Pumpkin Spice Latte returns to Starbucks). This week's numbers don't look great, but that's because I gave Mr PugRunner Saturday morning ...