I was nervous going into this race, and I was over the moon excited too. After a season of getting my head straight about running, this was the first race I would be testing my new approach. Could I run strong and stay mentally engaged? While Chicago was a blast, it was far from aContinue reading “Surf-n-Santa 5 miler”
Category Archives: Goals
I am Strong
This morning in a new environment that is slowly starting to feel as comfortable as my running shoes, I was completing a serious of back and front squats. Prior to today, I have completed zero back and front squats. Not one. Ever. Prior to last month, I haven’t stepped foot into a gym of anyContinue reading “I am Strong “
108
108. There are 108 days until the Shamrock Half-Marathon on March, 20th. There are 108 beads on my mala. 108 is a sacred number in many religious and traditional practices. Hinduism, Islam, Jain, Sikh, Buddhism, and Taoism all reference 108. There is said to be 108 energy lines converging to form the heart charka whichContinue reading “108”
Celebrating Running
Richmond never disappoints. I love this city every single time I visit. This weekend I kicked off Friday with a day date with my husband – enjoying sushi at our favorite spot, walking to Belle Isle, racing up stairs, and visiting a local brewery – before I was joined by my two best running buddiesContinue reading “Celebrating Running “
Expanding my Comfort Zone
“Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarding genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated failures. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent.” ~Calvin Coolidge Today I hit the “submit” buttonContinue reading “Expanding my Comfort Zone”
Kristy Maute 