Desert Double Down with Dress For Success

So after a bit of debate, and even a bit of opinion crowdsourcing, I've decided to go ahead with the Rock 'n Roll Marathon Arizona. Although not as grandiose as the Disney Goofy Challenge, I figure that can wait for another year (maybe next) when I'm a bit more prepared both physically and financially. It'd also be … Continue reading Desert Double Down with Dress For Success →

Which Race Should I Enter in 2013: Goofy or RnRAZ?

I haven't chosen my A-race yet and I need your help! The Goofy's Challenge consists of a half marathon on Saturday and a full marathon on Sunday. So crazy and insane! It sounds like something I would be inclined to do. Pros of Goofy's Challenge: -I haven't done it yet -It's at Disney World, a … Continue reading Which Race Should I Enter in 2013: Goofy or RnRAZ? →

One Mile Victory In The Pool

Yesterday, I woke up at around 5am or so, thanks to my cat. He has a bit of an irregular sleeping schedule and at around 5am every morning, he'll get quite rambunctious. On Wednesday, it was no exception, and I was wide awake listening to him play with all of his toys, all at the … Continue reading One Mile Victory In The Pool →

I Need A Change In Perspective

So I just wrapped up an 11-miler and, to be honest, I'm feeling a bit down in the dumps. A week or so ago I registered for the Rock 'n Roll Marathon Las Vegas. I registered for the full marathon knowing well that there was a 4:30 time limit and as much as I want … Continue reading I Need A Change In Perspective →

Tips for Swimming In A Crowded Pool

There are many mornings where I arrive at the gym hoping to the stars above that the pool is absolutely empty. The water will be crystal clear and still. No pointless chatter. No gawkers. Just me and the lane and no one to bother me. Well, that's absolute BS. It rarely happens, and it doesn't … Continue reading Tips for Swimming In A Crowded Pool →

Give Yourself Permission To Start Slow, But Early

I headed to bed early again since I knew I had an 8-miler on the books. I haven't ran for days -- mainly because I've been a bit busy with my brick workouts and this week was a bit nutty. I decided to pursue my 8-miler anyways this morning, before work. My boyfriend is flying … Continue reading Give Yourself Permission To Start Slow, But Early →

6am Gym Date, Got My New Bike Trainer

I fell asleep really early last night -- 10pm or so -- and ended up waking up at 4am with nothing to do! I was still a bit sore from the day before, so I tried to get some more shuteye and then I opened up my inbox to see an email from SparkPeople... With … Continue reading 6am Gym Date, Got My New Bike Trainer →

A Brick Before Work Keeps My Mood In Check

My foiled plan to grab a pre-work brick workout was foiled twice: once because I stayed up too late one night and subsequently overslept, and another by a sudden 9am office meeting. However, I tried to go to bed at a decent hour last night (decent, meaning midnight) and woke up relatively early enough to … Continue reading A Brick Before Work Keeps My Mood In Check →

Weekend Surge, and an Olympic-to-Half Ironman 11 Month Bridge

It was quite the busy weekend! I've concluded that I'm quite impulsive when it comes to big decisions. Well, maybe impulsive isn't the word that describes it, but I get these lingering goals that make me feel incomplete and I will suddenly, out of the blue, decide to finally do something about it. That happened … Continue reading Weekend Surge, and an Olympic-to-Half Ironman 11 Month Bridge →

Success: The Hardest Part of Training Is Planning For It

A goal can feel out of reach when you lack proper planning and training. In casual conversation, whenever I hear something like "I don't have time to work out" or "I could never run a (any distance race)", I often hear "I'm not worth it," "I won't make the time," or "My health is not … Continue reading Success: The Hardest Part of Training Is Planning For It →