To cap off Week 5, I had a fun session scheduled on the track. As always, when you try to get back to moving faster (or try training a different system for the first time in a while), it’s a little bit of a struggle. I also think it’s because I have a slight head…
My training partners don’t let me wear a watch on my hard workouts anymore. Rightly so. Since I’ve been without it, I’ve slowly built more confidence and paces have been – dare I say it – getting darn close to goal :). Today’s workout: 3×1 mile at tempo, 10 miles easy, 3×1 mile at T….
After a good 6+ weeks to test the UCAN product exclusively and extensively, I am happy to present a product review. First, a quick background on the product: It was developed as a slower burning carbohydrate for children with a genetic disorder that caused blood-sugar issues due to an inability to convert stored glycogen to…
The last BIG mileage week before Chicago. This week’s workouts: 110-120 goal miles Mon: 8 in AM, 6 in PM Tue: AM: 22 miles with 20 min T, 15 min T, 10 min T, 5 min T. 4 miles in PM. Total mileage 26! Wed: 8 in AM, 4 in PM Thur: 8 in AM,…
My sister has been visiting from Denver, Colorado for the past month. Since my job is very portable now (I just need a road and a laptop!), I was able to spend some quality time with my parents, my sis, and her two adorable daughters. My sister and I have never been that close. In…
Long Run Homemade Waffles Ingredients: 1 cup flour 1/2 Tbsp baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup almond milk 1 large egg 1/4 cup melted butter (I’ll also try with non-fat Greek Yogurt (I’d love to add some protein to these), applesauce, and mashed bananas next time – will edit here once the verdict is…