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Friends with Benefits: How Running with a Partner Helps Your Results!
There are so many benefits to running with friends. Before I had friends or belonged to run groups of like interests I would only run alone. I never really timed myself properly, I didn’t push myself to go faster and there was no one making me feel accountable for my missed workout days. Having running…
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Finisher! DC Rock and Roll half
Running gives me an opportunity to be invincible. Runners are often faced with challenges on the run…snow, ice, rain, cold, hot, hills, etc. It’s not always exciting but we do it. When it’s over we get the sense that we can overcome more than just running a race. Those challenges prepare us for obstacles we…
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DC Rock and Roll
I’m in DC and there’s no turning back! Tomorrow will be my first race in DC in forever! Looking forward to all the runners and sights! Good luck to all the Rock and Roll runners and all the NYC Half runners!! Happy running sole-mates xo .
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Tip: Breathing Techniques During Your Run
There was a time when I would breath through my nose with my mouth closed when running. When I had to learn how to breath through my mouth. It was hard at first but we tend to find a rhythm and then we zone out some how and don’t think about our breaths. Some of…
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Shopping For New Running Sneakers?
Most running shoes can last up to 500 miles. Some can last up to 300 miles. Its good to find out your shoes life span when you buy them! Also keep track of your mileage so you know when it’s time to get a new one. Check your shoes cushioning occasionally. I think I am…
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Coping With Foot Arch Tendinitis 1 Week Before Race Day!
Today I was introduced to Posterior Tibial Tendon disorder or Foot Arch tendinitis. While on an 11 mile run I began to feel pain around my ankles then on the side of my arch. This happened around mile 8 and I limped/ran on my toes for the 3 remaining miles. I’m not sure I should…