Back to the DAM - 2026 D2D race recap

Yes, I did it again. 

I returned, with my 19th bib in place, for the 2026 DAM-to-DSM Half Marathon on Saturday, May 30th. Believe it or not, it was just as exciting (and hot and humid) as it had been the first time I crossed the start line…

Almost a Rainout

Well, it was quite a week!

It had been a long while since I’ve had the opportunity for a vacation, and Momma N had it in her mind to make it a memorable one. This one came complete with crazy air travel issues, torrential rain and all kinds of heat and humidity, courtesy of the city of Houston.

Nonetheless, it still was a nice little getaway in a new-to-me city…

Holy Heavy Humidity!

 Oof, did it feel damp this week!

While the temps were equally warm, it’s the humidity that really makes the outdoor conditions ever-so-miserable. Granted, I don’t hibernate indoors during the summer. I’m fortunate to have a petty high-tolerance for the summer heat (and its requisite humidity), but it is a shock to the system when it appears practically overnight. Even I prefer a little bit of an acclimation…

ALL RECOVERED!

Not quite sure how it happened …

This week has to be the easiest recovery week on record. If nothing else, it ranks right up there in the top-3 of active recovery endeavors. 

In a nutshell, there was plenty of walking, some strength work, and substantial biking. Also, there was some running, but the miles were kept to a conservative minimum. 

How About a Coffee Chat?

Anyone craving some chatting, maybe over coffee?

It has been a few weeks, and I do have a few things to bring to the coffee table (see what I did there?). Besides, it’s always nice to share some convo amongst friends.

I’ll get the party started…

I’m Calling This a Taper

Yes, there I was again…going through a taper (of sorts).

With DAM to DSM happening on Saturday, this week was all about prepping my body and mind for the start line. As most know, this was my 19th time taking part, and it kind of felt more like an annual holiday  (as opposed to the half marathon that it actually was).

Nonetheless, I still needed to respect the race itself, and (most of) the tapering protocol that entails running those 13.1 miles…

Shall We MAYfess?

And, just like that, we’re back at the Runfessional.

Yes, May is winding down. Before we (or at least myself) can move on to June, a trip to the ‘Fessional is in order to wipe the slate clean. 

Care to join me?