I know I'm a little late to the game here since it's already 2017, but hey, better late than never, right? 2016 was a whirlwind of a year for me both athletically and professionally. I ended my career as a nanny and decided to branch out into a new field I had no experience in,... Continue Reading →
May Update for Colleen
After Bear Mountain, I took a few days off of running, but hopped right back onto that train and went for an easy 2 miler on the treadmill the Tuesday after the race. I rested Wednesday because my legs were still feeling tired even after only 2 easy miles, and I was back out there... Continue Reading →
Bear Mountain 50k Race Report (April 30, 2016)
Well, Matt may have done basically the same course with an extra 20 miles thrown on, but we had very different race day experiences! While I was on the struggle bus my fair share of the race, it was overall an amazing day and I felt strong & fast almost the entire time. While Matt is... Continue Reading →
Bear Mountain 50k Training – Week 15
This week didn't go according to plan, but I'm thankful it was a taper week so I don't feel too guilty! I've been having pain in my right middle toe for a few weeks - the same toe that lost its nail after the Marine Corps Marathon. It finally finished growing back about 2 weeks... Continue Reading →
Bear Mountain 50k Training Update
I fell off the blogging bandwagon again! But hey, life gets messy and hard and busy sometimes - we all get it. The past few weeks have been going very well! I am feeling strong and ready to take on Bear Mountain. I finally brought myself to look at the race elevation profile and other... Continue Reading →
Bear Mountain 50 Miler – Week One Training Recap
Training has started for my spring goal race! On April 30th, I will give my second 50 miler a shot at The North Face Endurance Challenge Bear Mountain down in New York. Having run the relay at Bear Mountain last year, I know that I am going to be in for a tough time, but I... Continue Reading →