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The Art of the Ice Bath

The Art of the Ice Bath

Since I’ve gotten a lot of comments about taking ice baths on some of my recent posts I thought why not share a quick “how-to” on preparing and taking an ice bath! While the research on the benefits of ice baths for athletes is unclear at best, it is believed that taking an ice bath … Continue reading

R.I.C.E. for Runners

R.I.C.E. for Runners

I’m heading out for my last long training run today before the Marine Corp Marathon in 3 weeks, so I thought I’d share with you how I recover after long runs and races – enjoy! You’ve probably heard the acronym R.I.C.E. – Rest. Ice. Compression. Elevation. – for treatment of injuries. Well, even though I … Continue reading

2 years ago today…

…I ran my first race ever! The 2011 Wine & Dine Half Marathon. I’d love to reminisce about what the experience meant to me and how far I’ve come since then, but unfortunately I’m busy studying for an anatomy test, so I thought I’d quickly share with you a few throw back posts from when … Continue reading

MCM: 1 Month To Go!

MCM: 1 Month To Go!

I can’t believe there is only one month to go until the Marine Corp Marathon! This will be my 3rd full and 1st non-Disney marathon! Training through the summer for a fall marathon was definitely tough and I really struggled through some of the long runs with the heat and humidity.  I have to admit … Continue reading

Falmouth Road Race: The Run

Falmouth Road Race: The Run

If you missed them, be sure to check out my previous Falmouth Road Race posts! Why I’m Running The Expo Before the Start Line And now, time for The Run! The crowd support I had heard so much about at this race was apparent immediately – as soon as we crossed the starting line the … Continue reading

Falmouth Road Race: Before the Start Line

Falmouth Road Race: Before the Start Line

Let me just start by saying if you have ever thought about running the Falmouth Road Race, love scenic runs, or live in the Northeast you should DEFINITELY do it! I can’t say enough good things about this race experience – from the organization and the amazing views to the great volunteer and crowd support … Continue reading

Falmouth Road Race Expo

Falmouth Road Race Expo

Last night Jason and I headed over to the Falmouth High School Field House to pick up my race bib and check out the Falmouth Road Race Expo. We decided to go on Thursday night hoping it would be the least crowded (before all the “out-of-towners” came in for the race!) and since Falmouth is … Continue reading

The Falmouth Road Race

The Falmouth Road Race

This story begins two summers ago when I was a brand new baby runner (and quite proud of my “long” 3 mile runs might I add!). It was a few days before we were leaving for our summer trip to Cape Cod and I was browsing the magazines at a Barnes & Noble when I saw … Continue reading

MCM Training: A Plan

MCM Training: A Plan

4 months from today #38thmcm #feelinit — Marine Corps Marathon (@Marine_Marathon) June 27, 2013 Oh crap. 4 months until my next marathon and not only have I not actually started training, but I’ve barely even thought about it! The good news is the summer intensive class that consumed all of June for me ended today … Continue reading