Category Archives: hitting the wall

CIM 2010: The Race Report

Posted on December 7, 2010 by

This past weekend I raced in the  California International Marathon. It was my 9th, and most difficult marathon. There was no PR. There was no race against the clock or rally to keep pace. But there was glory and grit, … Continue reading →

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Race Report: Eugene Marathon 2009

Posted on May 4, 2009 by

It is time again for the post-marathon epic race report. I offer no defense for its length. It was a long, complicated and ultimately amazing race. But first, allow me to tantalize you by offering a preview of the juicy … Continue reading →

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Romantic Running

Posted on February 12, 2009 by

Whereas other ladies might go out with strapping guys, or on dates with  intellectual men, or get romantically involved with  sexy boys, it seems that I have developped a rather serious relationship with running. We’re dating. Or so it seems. … Continue reading →

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January Summary and Lessons Learned:

Posted on February 2, 2009 by

I shouldn’t try to excuse my poor blogging behavior, but does anyone else find it IMPOSSIBLE to blog in January? I should be brimming with updates on resolutions and waxing on about new beginnings and blah, blah, blah. But for … Continue reading →

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Yes, I also run on the weekend.

Posted on January 13, 2009 by

The down and dirty (and I mean dirty!) weekend recap: Friday: At 5:10 AM my alarm goes off. I think: Get out of bed. Get your miles in. Get out of bed. Get out of bed. Get out of bed! … Continue reading →

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CIM 2008 Race Report

Posted on December 9, 2008 by

They say that the California International Marathon is a  flat,  fast course. A perfect race if you’re looking to qualify for Boston or set a new PR.  It’s true. CIM is flat…ish. And it is fast, but no matter how you … Continue reading →

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Long Trail Run: 19 Hardcore Miles

Posted on October 21, 2008 by

I cannot say enough great things about Saturday’s long trail run! It was everything a trail run should be: exhausting hardcore stupendously wonderful and intensely gratifying. It all began Friday night. I left work and discovered that my happy hour … Continue reading →

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Boston Marathon

Posted on April 22, 2008 by

The Race Report I’ve got some time to write a recap of the Boston Marathon. I’m suffering from some post-marathon insomnia. I am exhausted and sore, but sleep won’t come. Here’s the recap of the day. Watch out. It could … Continue reading →

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