Aaptive Review- The Runner's Perspective I'm a planner, but not so much of a doer. I love to plan out intricate workouts...warm up for 1 mile, two 200 meter repeats, 3 400 meter repeats, then back to 200 meters, two minutes of rest in between, 1 mile cool down...it all sounds great on paper, until… Continue reading Aaptiv Review
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Chicago Marathon: What to do race weekend
What should I do before and after the Chicago Marathon? Chicago is a great city, with so much to offer! As you may know, I was born and raised in Chicago. I love going back to my hometown to run the Chicago Marathon. With so much to do, how do you decide? Before the Chicago… Continue reading Chicago Marathon: What to do race weekend
Savannah Rock and Roll Marathon Review (2015)
I wish I had good news to report. Those of you that live in the Savannah area know that I don't. All week long, the forecast called for heat. I was prepared. I hydrated like crazy the days leading up to the race. I ate tons of salt, I had my Gus all ready to… Continue reading Savannah Rock and Roll Marathon Review (2015)
Chicago Marathon Review: Before the Race
Chicago Marathon Review 2017 Part 1 Here is a quick rundown of my Chicago Marathon race experience... 1. Expo: we stayed downtown, so we were close to the shuttles taking runners to the expo. They were free and efficient. We didn't have to wait more than 5 minutes getting there or coming back. It was… Continue reading Chicago Marathon Review: Before the Race
Chicago Marathon Experience
Chicago Marathon Mile-by-Mile Race Recap I'm ready to pour my heart out over the amazingness that is the Chicago Marathon. This review focuses on the marathon itself. For information about the expo and travel to the starting line, check out Chicago Marathon Review Part 1! Being a Florida runner, I was hoping for a nice cool… Continue reading Chicago Marathon Experience