Introduction Here is where I need to be honest. I don’t like to run. When I’m out there hitting the pavement, I question what I’m doing. Wouldn’t I rather be taking a cardio class? Or, better yet, curled up with a good book and a cup of coffee? Absolutely. And since it’s summer in Texas, … Read more
The Moment This week marks the official start of Dopey Challenge training. That means I have 28 weeks until I attempt one of the biggest goals I’ve ever set for myself. If you aren’t familiar with the Dopey Challenge, it’s 48.6 miles in one weekend. Thursday – 5K Friday – 10K Saturday – Half Marathon … Read more
For the longest time, I believed every run needed to be better than the last. If I wasn’t running farther, faster, or setting a personal record, I felt like I’d somehow come up short. A recent trip to visit my mom, just south of Tampa, reminded me how wrong that mindset can be. As a … Read more