Monthly Archives: March 2011

thoughts on elevation

Posted on March 31, 2011 by melinda

Recently in surfing the internet, I happened to look up the elevation for the Rock the Parkway Half-Marathon (RTP), which I am running this weekend (eek!) and the Hospital Hill Half-Marathon (HHR), which I’m planning to run in June. I was … Continue reading →

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the secret behind race fees

Posted on March 30, 2011 by melinda

In general, race fees get more expensive as the races get longer. For example, a 5k is usually between $25-$40. A half-marathon runs from $50 to $80. A marathon runs anywhere from $100 to $150. You get the idea. Race … Continue reading →

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side planks and utility flags

Posted on March 29, 2011 by melinda

It’s a struggle but I’ve continued exercising. Today it was yoga and a 4-mile dog walk. Yoga was pretty fantastic because today, for the first time, I mastered the side plank! Previously when I attempted this pose, I always wound … Continue reading →

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crazy weather, treadmill revelations

Posted on March 26, 2011 by melinda

I haven’t done as well as I’d like at getting to the gym this week- the weather has been just wacky! But I made it today, and I was pleased with that. I had an interesting realization today. I was … Continue reading →

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weather

Posted on March 23, 2011 by melinda

Oh weather. I love you until I hate you. The past few days, the weather has been SPECTACULAR! Highs in the 60s and 70s, sunny or only a little overcast, PERFECT running weather. I love these days- I can run … Continue reading →

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happy yoga tuesday

Posted on March 22, 2011 by melinda

My morning certainly began well. Since it’s Tuesday, I stumbled out of bed at 4:30 am to go to my 5:30 am yoga class. One of my “guilty pleasures” of Tuesday morning is a stop at QuikTrip on my way … Continue reading →

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short run, taper

Posted on March 21, 2011 by melinda

This morning, I went for a short run- only 2.5 miles, and slow. It seems like last week’s 10-mile run is finally wearing down my legs! No complaints- it was a really beautiful day and nice to be outside. But … Continue reading →

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half marathon, here i come!

Posted on March 21, 2011 by melinda

It’s official, my bloggy friends. I am officially going to be running the Rock the Parkway half marathon on April 2. Eeeeekkk!!!

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long runs and longer runs

Posted on March 19, 2011 by melinda

Well, I’m officially tired. Good tired, though. Last Thursday’s run was long, but it was good, and I’m so pleased that I did it, and I survived, even if I was tired. I downloaded some podcasts onto my mp3 player, … Continue reading →

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10 miles and total exhaustion!

Posted on March 17, 2011 by melinda

I am TIRED right now. It has been a crazy day, busy crazy good. TONS of exercise! This morning I took the dog out for 2 miles. The park was PACKED because the weather was so nice, but it was … Continue reading →

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