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Guess Who’s Back, Back Again

Jennifer's back, tell a friend! Sorry for the corniness I couldn't resist a little Eminem. I can't believe I went (blogger) MIA! As most of you know, I started a new job in April. I thought a mini blogging hiatus may occur (mini as in a couple weeks) so I could acclimate to the new role and organization.  Well a couple weeks turned into a month, which turned into a couple months, and now five months. Don't worry, I'm not working 24/7, I just got…

Catching Up!

Hi Hi - Happy Monday!  I was on a blogging roll for a couple of weeks, then it got a little quiet around here.  I thought I would catch you all up:  The Kwanzan cherry blossoms are in bloom.  Aren't they pretty?  I prefer them over the Yoshino cherry blossoms. Thanks to Mandy for the Blossom 101 :) Work has been crazy the past two weeks..hence the lack of blogging, replying, commenting, and running :(  Why so bananas? I gave my two…

Friday Five – Favorite Water Bottles

Happy Fri-yay! I'm en route to Cincinnati, Ohio - my first time in the Buckeye State! Cliff's cousin is having her wedding reception this weekend so we are road tripping there (yes we like to drive haha).  Today I am sharing five of my favorite water bottles (non-running) and linking up with Mar, Courtney, and Cynthia.  Totally counts under the theme of food + drink, right? ;)  1. S'well + S'ip by S'well Bottles  S'well water bottles have been popping up everywhere the…

Running the USA + DC

Yesterday I had dinner with my friends Nathasha (check out her blog Running the States) and Emily.  You probably remember them from my Charleston and Philadelphia Love Run recaps (Rehoboth coming soon).  It it always super fun catching up with them - life, work, travel, and of course running! We have some 2017 plans sketched out that I am very excited about, one that hopefully includes a west coast visit. Okay, Jennifer...so how is this related to this post?  PS - Thanks…

2016 St. Pat’s Run 5K Race Recap

St. Patrick's Day races - they are always fun and festive. Pacers Running typically hosts their St. Patrick's themed race the first weekend of March in Washington, DC.  Image: Pacers Running I've participated in their races for the past two years:  2014 St. Patrick's Day 8K  2015 St. Pat's 5K and 10K (Double) Last year was the inaugural running of the 5K and 10K.  The course was moved from Pennsylvania/Capitol area to the Mall/Tidal Basin.  You may recall it was snowing last…

Covered Bridges Half Training Week 2-3/28-4/3

Woah, how is it April already?! This week was filled with loads of runs and fun.  Image: Covered Bridges Half Marathon  One of the highlights....if you click on the left picture I made the Meb Selfie!    Great turn out to my pre @CUCB appearance @PRRunning. Stayed an extra hour to meet everyone after the Q&A. Thanks! pic.twitter.com/nT41g8h4qi — meb keflezighi (@runmeb) April 1, 2016 Monday 3/28 - 5 miles | 12:40 min/mile + 6 x 100 meter strides Downtown DC…

Friday Five – Recovery Tools and Gadgets

Happy Friday!  When I started running again (consistently) in 2013 - I was introduced to the wonderful topic of recovery. You mean recovery is more than a few stretches and lying in bed?! ;) Today I am sharing five of my recovery tools and gadgets and linking up with Mar, Courtney, and Cynthia. Note: These are not affiliate links - just haven't joined the program to do so (yet).   1. Rolling Rolling Rolling  Image: TriggerPoint I started off with a foam roller - ouch it hurt so good.…

2015 Marine Corps Marathon Race Recap

Five months later....here it is...the 2015 Marine Corps Marathon Race Recap!  Since I waited this long, I thought it would be appropriate to post it the same day as the MCM Lottery results.   I originally signed up for the Marine Corps Marathon in case I did not get into the Chicago Marathon.  Lottery day I was notified I was not selected for MCM - it is okay Jennifer hopefully you'll get into Chicago (MCM lottery results are announced before Chicago, even…

Covered Bridges Half Training Week 1-3/21-3/27

Made it outside this week! I do have the occasional cough, but it so nice not to be sick.  This June I will be running the Covered Bridges Half Marathon in Vermont.  The Berlin Marathon is now six months away (what?!) so this race will be a nice way to assess my overall fitness as marathon training picks up.   Image: Covered Bridges Half Marathon  Monday 3/21 - 5 miles | 12:43 min/mile My usual downtown route at an average 12:43 min/mile…

2015 Damascus Freedom 5K Race Recap

Two posts in one day? Get outta here.  This was my second year (last year's recap HERE) running the Damascus Freedom 5K, which was held the day after the Bird in Hand Half Marathon. Why run back to races?  Image: Damascus Freedom 5K It is a 9/11 remembrance run and the race proceeds benefit the Wounded Warrior Project, Fisher House, USO, Disabled American Veterans, and Hero Dogs.  Packet Pickup Like last year, packet pickup was held on Saturday at MMA & Sport…