(L): School is back in session and so is my trail running.  It was so nice to be able to go to the trail during the week when it was not as crowded.  This week I dropped Reese off at school and headed out for a 6-mile run.  When I arrived at the trail I…

(L):  I logged a mere 29 miles this week.  It’s a long way from what I should be doing, but it’s also a far cry from where I was 2 weeks ago.  Progress.  I am still waiting for the ease of short distance running to set in.  My longest run so far is 5 miles…

(G): There is something to be said for this notion of “Do or do not.” Last week, I made working hard seem dreamy and exciting. I implied setting big goals is exhilarating and fun. It can be but the reality is it’s a little less pie in the sky and a little more pain in…

(L)  I have returned to Colorado and the life of training.  I didn’t realize how hard it was going to be until I moved my oldest out of her apartment…on the third floor.  Three days later my legs are still tired and sore.  It’s embarrassing to even admit knowing I have 14 weeks to get…

(G): Once you start talking about heat index … all hell breaks… Really, I can stop at “hell.” It conjures all the proper images: Flames Heat The damned Misery That’s how the week in the high 90s went along with a lot of sweating. On Wednesday, I headed outside for heat training and I got it….

(L): I am currently on vacation in Florida, but my workout schedule is planned. I have an ultra goal, I have a training schedule and while I am not sure how my “running” will go down here, I’ll be trying. I think I would prefer a lack of oxygen over the humidity any day of…