You’re on the Verrazano Bridge, waiting to run in the New York City marathon. For months, you’ve trained for this day, and now it’s here. Your body is ready—but what about your mind? Maybe you’ve got your racing strategy all … Continue reading →
is for rest. I originally published this blog almost exactly a year ago as advice for what do to after a long training run. Especially during this very hot summer, Constructive Rest will replenish your mind and body if … Continue reading →
First of all, I wish everyone a happy, healthy new year! is is for quandary. In other words, I’ve had a hard time coming up with something. So how about quiet? I had a very nice time over the holidays—that … Continue reading →
is a good letter. I wish everyone: Peace for you and yours Progress, power, and pep in all you do Personal growth, physical, mental, and spiritual (however you define it) Pride in your accomplishments Promise in your future Also: … Continue reading →
is for opportunity. How easy is it to spot an opportunity? Sometimes opportunities are pretty obvious. I’m taking advantage of a little time to squeeze in this blog between all my pre-holiday chores and before the Christmas Eve baking … Continue reading →
is for new. Thoughts for the road—you have the power to: Let every step be new Let every breath be new Let every sight be new Let every sound be new Let your … Continue reading →
is for muscle. Don’t worry, this definitely won’t be a lecture on anatomy! I’m all for strength training (with or without weights) to keep your muscles strong and improve your running. But another type of inner work can also … Continue reading →
is for life. “Why do you run?” That’s a question people ask me, especially because I’m an older (65+) runner. What they might really mean is, “Running looks like such hard work, and it really hurts. Why do you bother … Continue reading →
is for kindness. I drive myself pretty hard when I’m in a race or on a long run, especially toward the end. I don’t imagine I’ll ever win any race unless they have an award for slowest in age group! … Continue reading →
is for jaw. True confession: Sometimes I run with my jaw. When I’m near the end of a longish run or a race, I pull out all the stops to get to the finish. For whatever reason, I push my … Continue reading →