The 2024 edition was no exception…
Running on the Fly
Monday, November 4, 2024
IMT Des Moines Half Marathon - 2024 race recap
Saturday, November 2, 2024
CRaZiNeSs
It was a cRaZy week!
You know how it goes…a change in schedule, a major shift in weather, a new ride to troubleshoot, and fitting in the fitness as best you are able. Let’s not forget a few random late nights watching baseball. Whew!
I’ve said before that sleep is overrated, but this week it was a rare commodity. Oh well, onward!
Thursday, October 31, 2024
How ‘bout a Coffee Talk
Things that make you go Hmmm.
Just like that, the summer-like feels have come to an abrupt halt. The hot beverages are within arms length. And I’m craving some chat time.
Shall we gather ‘round the virtual table, and have a virtual coffee talk? I’m game, so let’s do it!
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Thursday, October 24, 2024
The ‘Fessions are Falling
So, here we are. More than a month (officially) into the fall season.
The thing is, it’s been feeling more like late summer than fall, and it’s been rather nice! While I’m in no hurry for the true fall to arrive, I do know it’s inevitable. Sigh…
Alas, it’s also time for another gathering ‘round the ‘Fessional as we prepare for another month’s arrival. As always, I have a few ‘fessions to bring forward.
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Let’s Taper, Shall We?
…and just like that, it was Taper Week!
It’s crazy how fast a race can sneak up on you when you really haven’t properly trained for it. I know, my bad.
It’s a Catch-22 situation being a seasoned half marathoner. I know the desired mileage for the optimal training, but I also know that (somewhat) consistent long-ish runs (most weekends) will get me to the start line.
Alas, here I am…
Saturday, October 12, 2024
Color My World
It was a week filled with all things Color (and some Paint, PTO and a little bit of Patience).
Actually, this colorful endeavor began last Saturday morning and has continued through the entire week. There’s still a lot left undone, but I'm enjoying the process and loving the continued progress. Color totally soothes the soul, much like running (and fitness in general).
Speaking of running (and fitness), it also was a decent week of continuous activity and movement. Suffice it to say my quads saw a lot action on the ladder and my glutes did their fair share of squat “holds” as I painted along numerous baseboards (cross-training, LOL).