5k #2 for the year is on the books. I did this race last year in sideways rain/sleet. Today we were treated to sunny skies, mild breezes and temps in the 50’s. Glorious. Goal A: Beat my time at the Eggshell Shuffle. Goal B: Beat last year’s time. Goal C: Run strong and enjoy the [Read More]
Eggshell Shuffle Race Report
I’ve had my eye on this race since the inaugural but for one reason or another never got around to running it until this year. I chose the 5k, since 2013 is the year of the 5k. Heeding threats of limited parking, I arrived early and staked out across from this monstrosity. Somebody was tailgating [Read More]
Marine Corps Marathon: Race Report
Expo Friday Mega security getting in the DC Armory. Crowded, loud and hot. Selection was good but not great. Needed more drinks! Thing 2 was enamored with the Flying Pig Marathon medal. Touring Saturday Toured the White House (holy wow) Flopped down on a double decker tour bus and saw the sights with as little [Read More]
RnR Denver Race Report
Subtitle: Thelma and Louise’s Half Marathon Adventure I got to Denver Friday, a smidge late thanks to the usual American Airlines shenanigans. When they announced the plane was undergoing ‘maintenance’ and they wouldn’t know if it would go until the time it was supposed to leave, my RnR heavy medal (for 2 RnR’s in 1 [Read More]
Pretty Muddy Race Report
I’d never done a mud run before. Slivers, ankle sprains, broken arms and singed eyebrows come to mind. Then there’s all that mud… When I was invited to run the Pretty Muddy 5k in Chicago, I reconsidered. It’s definitely out of my comfort zone. But it promised kinder, gentler obstacles, an untimed course and an [Read More]
Race Report: RnR Chicago
You’ve heard me yammering for days on end about my Bachelor encounter. Finally we are at race day. I was up at 3:30 to make my way downtown, snag a cheap(ish) parking spot and head to the VIP tent where I’d once again meetup with you know who. Let’s just say, this VIP tent gig [Read More]
Ragnar Relay: Madison to Chicago
Where do I even start? This was an epic adventure, the likes of which I cannot adequately express. Under perfect conditions a relay is a test of physical and mental strength. Under extreme conditions, it’s nothing short of freakish. I was delighted when I was invited to join this relay team, as it’s something I’ve [Read More]
Race Report: GOTR 5k
I was thrilled when my 8-year old niece asked me to be her Girls On the Run 5k ‘run buddy’ as I can’t imagine anything more empowering than helping a kid achieve something she didn’t necessarily think possible. After 10 weeks of twice weekly training, the girls were ready for their first 5k. 850 girls [Read More]
Race Report: Chicago Spring Half Marathon
Just like last week, another 4am wake up. Actually I was up on my own at 3:45. I’ll make a great senior citizen. Temp was already 68 degrees despite a forecast in the mid 50’s. I changed to hot weather attire and got on my way. Just like last week, the rain began as soon [Read More]
Race Report: Wisconsin Half Marathon
On the stroke of 5, when I began my trek to Kenosha, WI, the rain started. According to my weather stalking, rain was not in the forecast until later that afternoon. Oh well, I drove in the darkness, fog and driving rain most of the way up. By 5:45 I arrived and found a nice [Read More]
