Effort over ego in running: when the body speaks, the wise runner listens.

Week 14 Recap – Effort Over Ego: Lessons in Fatigue and Fueling

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 Taper-Ready Edition  Weekly Recap: April 14–20, 2025 Some weeks remind you that growth doesn’t always show up as speed. It shows up as honesty, as awareness, and sometimes, as letting go of the numbers. This was one of those weeks. “Effort over ego in running: when the body speaks, the wise runner listens.” Thursday: A […]

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Recap, Recover, Relax & Ready, Rest & Recovery, Running & Endurance, Running & Recovery, Running After 50, Running After 60, Running Mindset

Weekly Recap – Week 13 (April 7–13, 2025)

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Theme: Fuel, Fire & Flexibility This week tested everything: my legs, my lungs, my fueling plan—and most of all, my mindset. Coming off the heels of a breakthrough 3K Time Trial, I knew the paces would heat up. And they did. But what I didn’t expect was how much I’d learn from both the wins

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Fueling Strategies, Natural Fueling, Rest & Recovery, Tempo Runs, Weekly Recap

Relax and Win: The Mental Shortcut to Better Running

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There’s a moment during my workouts—usually somewhere in the thick of a tempo run or near the back half of some spicy intervals—when my brain starts yelling “You’re stiff! Your form’s falling apart! Shoulders up near your ears again!” That’s when I hit the mental reset button:Relax and win. Relax and win. It’s not just

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Training & Mindset

Weekly Recap – Week 12 (March 31 – April 6, 2025)

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Time Trial Triumph & Training Turn-Up Week 12, that’s a wrap!This one was special—a week of solid execution, mental sharpness, and a defining 3K Time Trial that didn’t just test fitness but lit the fuse on what’s next. Every session was dialed in with purpose, and the payoff? Big. Week at a Glance Tuesday, 04/01/2025

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Half Marathon Race Prep, Half Marathon Training, Running After 50, Running After 60, Weekly Recap

Are My Heart Rate Zones Wrong? A Nose-Breathing Experiment

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I recently wrapped up a 120-minute treadmill run that was, by all accounts, a success. I felt energized, fueled, and strong from start to finish. But something curious lingered in my post-run reflection: while my heart rate data suggested I was working above Zone 2 for extended stretches, I was able to comfortably breathe through

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Heart Rate Training, Self-Experimentation, Zone 2 Running

Week 11 Recap (March 24–30, 2025): Embrace the Wind, Respect the Rest

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This week served up some real attitude—blustery winds, tough intervals, and one beast of a treadmill run. The schedule was loaded, and while one session got scratched, every choice was intentional. With two quality workouts, a strategic rest day, and fueling insights galore, I’m wrapping Week 11 feeling proud, a little tired, and very ready

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Fueling Practice, Fueling Strategies, Recovery Strategy, Tempo Runs, Weekly Recap

Sweet Start: Why I Fuel with Dates Before Running.

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 Nature’s Candy Meets Running Fuel There was a time when “fueling” meant reaching for a fancy gel packet, a precision-formulated drink mix, or whatever shiny thing claimed to shave seconds off a 10K. But lately, I’ve been reaching for something a little more… natural—dates. That’s right, the sweet, sticky fruit that’s been energizing desert travelers

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Fueling for Runners, Nutrition for running, Training Over 50

Week 10 Recap – Embrace the Effort, Learn from the Lulls

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The Road to the Georgina Spring Fling Half Marathon This week had everything—intervals, treadmill insights, tempo grit, a powerful long run, and a missed ride that taught me just as much. I hit nearly every target, and even the bumps in the road gave me a clearer view of the journey ahead. I’m learning that

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Half Marathon Training, Recap, Recover, Relax & Ready, Training Tips, Weekly Recap

Lock In & Let Go: How Rhythm & Mantras Elevate Your Runs

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The Power of a Good Mantra Running is as much a mental game as it is a physical one. Whether it’s during a grueling interval session or the last stretch of a long run, the words we tell ourselves shape our performance. Some runners repeat classic phrases like “Smooth and Strong” or “One Step at

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Performance Optimization, Running Mindset, Training Strategies

Recap, Recover, Relax & Ready – Week 9 (March 10-16, 2025)

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Embrace the Moments: Finding Balance in the In-Between What a powerful week. I hit all my targets—volume, HR, paces. But the biggest win? Realizing that the magic isn’t just in the highs or the lows—it’s in the moments between. This week wasn’t just about nailing workouts (which, let’s be honest, I did 💪). It was

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Recap, Recover, Relax & Ready, Running Mindset, Weekly Recap
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