Fitness

Chicago Marathon 2015: Quick Update

October 13, 2015

Guys, I’m back from Chicago, am super sore, it hurts to walk, and I’m working on a big race recap for you. There is so much to tell you, so while I take some time to gather my thoughts, I’ll give you the quickie details. I ran the Chicago Marathon, felt great and finished in …

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Mentally Preparing for 26.2

October 7, 2015

[passed this on my walk to work today. if a random street on the UWS says I got this, then I got this!] The Chicago marathon is 5 days away. At this point in the game, there is nothing left to do fitness-wise except keep it light, easy and get some rest. We’re way beyond …

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Marathon Training Musts: Long Run Gear

October 3, 2015

One of the best parts about running is how inexpensive and easy it is to go out for a run. Put on any old workout clothes, lace up your sneakers, head out the front door and you’re golden. With marathon training, not so much. Getting out the door in the mornings for long runs is …

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Chicago Marathon Training Check In: A Bad Run & Taper Time

September 28, 2015

Here we are, two weeks out from the Chicago marathon! I’m feeling okay, despite a terrible run this weekend.  Looking back, I can see why it wasn’t one of my best. Normally before a long run I’ll take a rest day but instead, last Friday I did an intense MetCon3 (metabolic conditioning) class that had …

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Fit Travel: What to Pack for Vacation Workouts

September 24, 2015

Traveling this fall? I am, I’ve got trips to DC, Chicago, Savannah and Michigan on the calendar and you know I can’t go away without tossing in some fitness along the way. These trips are all long weekends and I won’t be checking luggage; suitcase space will be at premium. Everything I pack will need …

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DOG & CO. Adventures in Central Park

September 21, 2015

Recently Ollie & I took to Central Park for a workout with DOG & CO., a pet supply site that houses the cutest accessories for your four-legged best bud. While we jogged around the park, Ollie wore gear from Wildebeest.  I may have been sweating, but Ollie was smiling the whole time.  Head to ShopDogandCo.com for …

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