Author Archives: melinda

2-year runiversary

Posted on May 18, 2012 by melinda

I took Sadie for a 3-mile walk this morning, and while I was out walking, I realized that today is my runiversary. On May 17, 2010, I decided to run my first 5k. I found the Couch to 5k plan … Continue reading →

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Upper Body Training

Posted on May 18, 2012 by melinda

Guest post from Robert L. When it comes to staying fit, there are so many different parts of your body you can specifically train depending on your fitness needs. You can target your arms, legs, and core or even burn … Continue reading →

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iPad, yoga

Posted on May 15, 2012 by melinda

I’m typing this post on my mother’s iPad. I’m pretty pleased with my typing on this thing. I’m not a pro, but I can type at a pretty decent clip. Apologies for any autocorrect errors- the iPad just autocorrectted that … Continue reading →

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Upcoming travels- I’m going to Italy!!

Posted on May 12, 2012 by melinda

It’s been a crazy day- although I’m proud to say I still got out there and ran 3.1 miles today. It was a bit more challenging than I would like, but I know that is largely because I’ve been lazy … Continue reading →

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back on the track

Posted on May 11, 2012 by melinda

My sleep schedule has been off this week. It’s not an excuse (at least, not a GOOD excuse), but when my sleep schedule is off, it is twice as hard to fit exercise into my schedule. It doesn’t help that … Continue reading →

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Jogger Describes Vicious Dog Attack

Posted on May 8, 2012 by melinda

Scary. Seriously frightening. I know most of the dogs in my neighborhood- I’ve run past their houses enough that I know which houses have dogs, and also which houses do not keep those dogs on a chain or behind a … Continue reading →

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the anti-insomnia

Posted on May 8, 2012 by melinda

Tough day, but good. I woke up early at 4:15 for my yoga class- there’s actually a whole post in that, but it will have to wait until tomorrow. After yoga, I had a doctor’s appointment on the opposite side … Continue reading →

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sadie and a bunny

Posted on May 7, 2012 by melinda

Another busy day, but I’m proud to say I made it to the park today. I actually stopped and picked up Sadie to accompany me: I love that dog- even though I usually go slower when she’s with me, she … Continue reading →

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busy and lazy

Posted on May 3, 2012 by melinda

*groan* I’ve been bad the past couple of days… no running… shame on me. It’s been one of those weeks when I’m so swamped with work stuff that I just haven’t managed to squeeze out the time to run. It … Continue reading →

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nike free

Posted on April 30, 2012 by melinda

This weekend, I was watching the NCAA track and field championships when I saw this commercial. I know absolutely nothing about the Nike Frees (though I’d love to try them- if you’re listening, Nike, I’d be happy to write a … Continue reading →

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