Month: July 2016

Why Add Speed Training to Fall Marathon Preparation?

I wrote this post before my Nanny Jolly passed away. My plans have since changed a little, and I am figuring out a race to do here in England instead, but I am still committed to my training over these next few weeks (even though it is taking a back seat). Here is my plan…

Being an Athlete vs. Being a Skinny Girl Who Runs

I feel some word vomit coming. This is gonna be one of those posts where I can’t stop. Another honesty post, but I have a feeling this one might offend some people. I hope it doesn’t. I hope people see what I am trying to say here, but in the case that you think I…

European Championships Half Marathon 2016: What Happened?

Last Wednesday I gave you part 1 of my European Half Marathon Championships recap, and today I wanted to share the actual race. Yep. Those doubts, the fears, and the fact it took all my willpower not to drop out! Ready to jump on board my struggle bus? Make sure you read the previous post…

Friday Favorites: Amsterdam Special

Thought I wasnt gonna have any inspiration to get another post out this week, but thought I would share a few favorite things from our trip to Amsterdam as I am expecting that I will not get to it after Nashville….will seem so long ago. For those of you who are interested, here were some…

European Championships Half Marathon 2016: Ouch

First and foremost, I want to take a moment to thank you. To each and every one of you who took the time to wish me good luck, cheer for me as I ran, or send me a message after the race. It means so much, and I know everyone has been through some kind…

Amsterdam (European Championships) Here We Come!

Steve and I head to Amsterdam tomorrow, and I am excited to see what the Netherlands has to offer. Well….enjoy the view from my hotel room for most of it as I rest up and prepare for the race a few days later 😉 I will save the exploring for afterwards. On Sunday the 10th of…

Friday Favorites: My Favorites 🙂

July already. Maaaann time just flies by. That means we are already in the month of the European Championships, and in just over a weeks time I will get the opportunity to represent my country for the second time this year in a Championship. Only this time it is bigger, and better! Okay, so technically…