Monthly Archives: June 2011

Baby to 5K

Posted on June 23, 2011 by mileoneandcounting

Mama on the Run:  Guest Blogger, Becky Schisler I became a mother on July 26, 2010 and ran my first 5K on June 4, 2011. I realize these events may seem to fall into completely different categories, but I assure you, … Continue reading →

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Switching Days

Posted on June 23, 2011 by mileoneandcounting

Just as in life, there are days during a training plan that you just have to readjust the schedule.  My six-week plan calls for an off day or cross training day on Thursdays with my long run day set for … Continue reading →

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Smart Coach Says Faster

Posted on June 21, 2011 by mileoneandcounting

Today I wondered how I ever accomplished a 26.2 mile run–not just once, but twice–in my lifetime.  It was hot outside, I was sticky with sweat running down my face, sunscreen in my eyes, tired legs and a side stitch only … Continue reading →

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Training is Not for Wusses

Posted on June 17, 2011 by mileoneandcounting

I bought a training plan today!  I am super excited and already started playing around with all the cool features on the site.  I opted for Runner’s World Personal Trainer Break 3:30 Marathon plan!  Yikes, can I do it? We … Continue reading →

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Ab Attack

Posted on June 15, 2011 by mileoneandcounting

Exercise TV has some great free workout videos that are great to rely on when you have limited time to squeeze in a workout.  So this morning I woke up early to do a 30-minute pilates video and a 10-minute … Continue reading →

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Run Baby, Run

Posted on June 14, 2011 by mileoneandcounting

Tonight was a first for me! I ran while pushing a baby stroller and not just any stroller but one of those nifty jogging strollers. They remind me of the moms I used to see running with them along the … Continue reading →

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Training Board Time

Posted on June 12, 2011 by mileoneandcounting

It’s finally time that I start thinking about my marathon training plan for the Philadelphia Marathon in November.  For my past two marathons, I created my own hodge-podge of a training plan (I did my own research and created a … Continue reading →

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Working the 5K

Posted on June 4, 2011 by mileoneandcounting

This evening I enjoyed a 5K run with one of my best childhood friends, Becky (she may join us as a guest blogger soon)!  It was a first for her so it was a lot of fun for me to be … Continue reading →

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Hills Surround Me

Posted on June 3, 2011 by mileoneandcounting

I have a confession to make. I did not run on National Running Day. Shocker. I needed a day of travel recovery to unpack and relax, not to mention the humidity was really bad on Wednesday. What a warm welcome … Continue reading →

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National Running Day

Posted on June 1, 2011 by mileoneandcounting

Today is National Running Day and I’ll admit I had never heard this day existed before today. There seems to be a national day or month for a plethora of things that come to mind including the traditional holidays. But … Continue reading →

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