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Shamrock Half Training 3/16-3/22 – Week 9

And just like that Shamrock Weekend is over.  It was a fun weekend of running and I look forward to sharing my recaps over the next couple of days (yay recaps)!   Today I am linking up with Tara at Running n’ Reading for her Weekend Update.   Here is how my training went: Monday 3/16 - 3 miles + 60 minutes personal training Tuesday 3/17 - 3 miles + 60 minutes personal training  Wednesday 3/18 - Rest day Thursday 3/19 - Rest day Friday 3/20…

Shamrock Half Training 3/9-3/15 – Week 8

This Friday I will be heading down to Virginia Beach for Shamrock Weekend.  So far the forecast is looking good....59°F/Partly Sunny on Saturday and 47°F/Partly Cloudy on Sunday. Monday 3/9 - 1/2 mile + 45 minutes personal training Tuesday 3/10 - Rest day Wednesday 3/11 - 1/2 mile Thursday 3/12 - 3 miles + 6o minutes personal training Friday 3/13 - 1.5 miles Saturday 3/14 - 1 mile walk + Rock 'n' Roll DC 5K + 1 mile walk + 60 minutes yoga Sunday 3/15 - Rest…

Shamrock Half Training 3/2-3/8 – Week 7

March 9, 2015 And just like that...less than two weeks until Shamrock weekend! Image: Shamrock Marathon Monday 3/2 - Rest day Tuesday 3/3 - 1 mile + 60 minutes personal training Wednesday 3/4 - Rest day  Thursday 3/5 - 1.65 miles Friday 3/6 - 1.1 miles Saturday 3/7 - 9 miles + 60 minutes personal training Sunday 3/8 - 60 minutes yoga Total: 12.75 miles While work has still been a bit busy, I am glad I was able to…

Shamrock Half Training 2/23-3/1 – Week 6

I am very happy to see the month change from February to March.  While it is still cold out (DC had sleet/ice storm yesterday that left it very slippery out - be careful this morning), I am looking forward to warmer weather, spring races, and all other outdoor activities that come with it.  Monday 2/23 - Rest day Tuesday 2/24 - 1/2 mile + 60 minutes personal training Wednesday 2/25 - Rest day Thursday 2/26 - 60 minute sports massage Friday…

Shamrock Half Training 2/16-2/22 – Week 5

Happy Monday and welcome to my new home! This past weekend I moved my blog from Tumblr to Wordpress and I am quite happy with how it went (I was anticipating major hiccups).  I am still working through my "transition" list and learning to navigate WP (plugins, dashboard, widgets etc).  I will share my experience with everyone this week.  Now onto training: Monday 2/16 - Rest day Tuesday 2/17 - 1.5 miles Wednesday 2/18 - Rest day  Thursday 2/19 -…

Shamrock Half Training 2/9-2/15 – Week 4

Good morning, ya’ll (had to use this since I am down south after all).  I’ve had a fun time in Austin, so sad to see the weekend (and warm weather) come to an end. Monday 2/9 - Rest day Tuesday 2/10 - Rest day  Wednesday 2/11- Rest day  Thursday 2/12 - 45 minutes personal training + 2 miles Friday 2/13 - Walking around Austin Saturday 2/14 - 4 miles + 60 minutes yoga  + 4 miles Sunday 2/15 - 3 miles + 60 minutes yoga…

Shamrock Half Training 2/2-2/8 – Week 3

The weekend goes by so quickly! I definitely have the case of the Mondays! Monday 2/2 - 1 mile  Tuesday 2/3 - 2 miles + 60 minutes personal training Wednesday 2/4 - Rest day  Thursday 2/5 - 2.3 miles + 60 minutes personal training Friday 2/6 - Rest day  Saturday 2/7 - Langley 8K  Sunday 2/8 - Rest day Total: 10.27 miles This week called for a 10K for my long run (I follow a modified version of Hal Higdon’s intermediate half marathon plan for long…

Shamrock Half Training – 1/26-2/1 – Week 2

Wow what a game! I loved when Missy Elliott came out and performed.  Of course I immediately went to the Amazon store and downloaded this song.  Definitely reminded me of college! Monday 1/26 - 1 mile + 5 minutes stair climber + 60 minutes personal training Tuesday 1/27 - Rest day Wednesday 1/28 - Rest day Thursday 1/29 - 2.5 miles + 60 minutes personal training Friday 1/30 - Rest day Saturday 1/31 - 8 miles Sunday 2/1 - 60 minutes yoga + .5 mile Total:…

Shamrock Half Training – 1/19-1/25 – Week 1

Last Monday marked the end of my Charleston Half Marathon training posts.  Marred with injuries and the flu, I look forward to a fresh start as I begin (well transition) training for my next goal race, the Shamrock Half Marathon. I will also participate in the Dolphin challenge, which also consists of an 8K the day before.  Image: Shamrock Marathon Monday 1/19 - 45 minutes personal training (work ran over) Tuesday 1/20 - Rest day  Wednesday 1/21 - Rest day Thursday…

Charleston Half Training – 1/12-1/18 – Week 11

Less than 18 hours ago I was sitting outside in a rocking chair enjoying this view and the sunshine (63°F).  This morning I will be flying from CHS -> DCA and heading straight to the office (no MLK holiday for this girl).  The weekend was short, but fun filled.  I look forward to sharing my adventures with you over the next couple of days.  Monday 1/12 - 7 minutes stairclimber + 60 minutes personal training  Tuesday 1/13 - Rest day Wednesday…