Friday, March 27, 2009
Joan on the Gossip Run
"Years ago, women sat in kitchens drinking coffee and discussing life. Today, they cover the same topics while they run." -Joan Benoit Samuelson
Monday, March 9, 2009
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Top 10 Valentines Day Blog...back by popular demand
I am reposting my V-day post from last year. Last year I spent a freezing cold evening on the hills of Newton with my best friend from running, Lauren. This year? I had the worst training run in history and am about to head out with my girlfriends. So - in the spirit of this adorably nauseating Hallmark Holiday - here they are..
Here are the Top 10 Reasons why I think the Newton Hills will be the Best Valentine Date yet:
10) You don't need to use protection to "do the Thursday."
9) The hills may be considered Heartbreakers, but you know this going into it. Therefore, they could never break your heart more than those guys who end it out of the blue with a variation of "He's Just Not That Into You."
8) They won't get upset no matter how quickly you finish.
7) They never talk back.
6) You are allowed to spit along the way, and the Hills won't freak out at you.
5) They love going up and they love going down.
4) No matter how many times you pound away at them, the Hills will never beat you back.
3) Although you might get tired, they never will.
2) They can't exaggerate. You know EXACTLY how big they are.
And the #1 Reason Why this will be the best Valentine yet:
1) The hills already got the approval of my Jewish Grandmothers. Since they are in Newton and Brookline, you can just assume that my Valentine is a member of the tribe.
Here are the Top 10 Reasons why I think the Newton Hills will be the Best Valentine Date yet:
10) You don't need to use protection to "do the Thursday."
9) The hills may be considered Heartbreakers, but you know this going into it. Therefore, they could never break your heart more than those guys who end it out of the blue with a variation of "He's Just Not That Into You."
8) They won't get upset no matter how quickly you finish.
7) They never talk back.
6) You are allowed to spit along the way, and the Hills won't freak out at you.
5) They love going up and they love going down.
4) No matter how many times you pound away at them, the Hills will never beat you back.
3) Although you might get tired, they never will.
2) They can't exaggerate. You know EXACTLY how big they are.
And the #1 Reason Why this will be the best Valentine yet:
1) The hills already got the approval of my Jewish Grandmothers. Since they are in Newton and Brookline, you can just assume that my Valentine is a member of the tribe.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Monday, November 24, 2008
Strategizing - Year 2.
I spoke with my friend Tyler tonight regarding this season. As many of you may remember, Ty was a mentor to me throughout my first DFMC season. He is a great friend and was my fundraising coach last year. Well, tonight I am officially a fundraising coach myself. A bit crazy because I only have a year behind me on this whole process. But I know I learned a lot. In celebration of this fundraising season, I would like to inform my avid readers that yes, I have begun "strategizing" for the upcoming year. Let's just say....I am looking forward to getting new donors...
Apjohn Again!
We are back folks! Michigan Football season is finally over. So what does that mean? It's time for a new season to begin! Tis the season to begin another year of fundraising. Hats off for the second year in a row to Mr. Andrew Apjohn for making the first donation to DFMC! Not only was he my first donor two years in a row, but he DOUBLED last year's donation. Way to make a point! Thanks Apjohn. Rest of you, donate here.
(Below are the Apjohn twins and the Delev Aussie twins...let's see if I can get double twin donations?)
(Below are the Apjohn twins and the Delev Aussie twins...let's see if I can get double twin donations?)
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Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Truth from Joan
The challenge and the energy running requires may be a selfish one, but it actually motivates me to be stronger in my relationships.
Joan Benoit Samuelson
Friday, November 7, 2008
A Family Affair
My dad and sister joined me this year in the running of the 2008 BAA Half.Unfortunately, I was at the long line at the Porta Potties when this family photo was taken. But here is my athletic family waiting for the start of the Half (Carlene and cousin Geoff, Ashley, Dad and our fabulous cheerleader, Ms. Lila)
Ashley and I at the finish...we will have some MAJOR sibling rivalry going on this
year because she finished just two minutes after me in her first half marathon!
So proud of my dad's strong finish!
His feet were barely touching the ground!!!
The family - a fun day.
His feet were barely touching the ground!!!
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Gluten for Punishment
I know I am pulling a Jeff by posting a link to a New York Times article right now. Well, the NY Times spotlighted Gluten Free athletes in this article from Thursday. I wish I could go back to my days of high school cross country cause I am convinced that my PRs were after nights of eating tacos and rice rather than my binges on gross Vinny Testa's pasta....
Favorite quote?
“It was like doping,” Winsberg, 42, said. “Suddenly I was running six-minute miles instead of nine-minute miles. Before I had placed in the bottom third in triathlons. Four weeks gluten free, and I placed second in a triathlon. It was like reverse aging. I went from feeling 38 to 28 to 18.”
So maybe gluten free diets truly are the new blood doping? If so, I will rightfully earn the chance to wear a running skirt and pink shirt during tomorrow's Half. Wish me luck :)
Favorite quote?
“It was like doping,” Winsberg, 42, said. “Suddenly I was running six-minute miles instead of nine-minute miles. Before I had placed in the bottom third in triathlons. Four weeks gluten free, and I placed second in a triathlon. It was like reverse aging. I went from feeling 38 to 28 to 18.”
So maybe gluten free diets truly are the new blood doping? If so, I will rightfully earn the chance to wear a running skirt and pink shirt during tomorrow's Half. Wish me luck :)
Monday, September 8, 2008
A Reunion.
Don't worry about the world ending today. It is already tomorrow in Australia.
-Charles Schultze
-Charles Schultze
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Saturday, August 16, 2008
An Uncanny Resemblance...
Jeff ran Falmouth in honor of Coach Jack Fultz. Thank you Brenda for posting a photo that scares the absolute hell out of me.
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Career Running Quote
"The reason I run is that it makes everything easier for me, especially [in] the court."
-Richard Hamilton, Pistons
-Richard Hamilton, Pistons
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Cause 2.72 is just as great as 26.2
For those of you who have been lucky enough to not hear me complain over the past two months, I've been injured. I developed Baker's Cyst (thank you to Jack Fultz for that diagnosis and to my PT for the confirmation, no thanks to my primary care who quickly vetoed it), and had a throbbing pain on the inside of my knee (likely a torn MCL but never got the MRI to confirm).
Today is only Wednesday, and I can safely say that this is a good week. On Monday, after I passed a few "tests", my PT gave me clearance to run again. Granted, I was only given the go-ahead for a run/walk, but just to hear that I will be totally back on my feet soon enough was...a relief. Yesterday after work, I headed out to the Esplanade for my first run in 40 days (I swear I haven't been counting or anything). I ran for two minutes, and then walked for two minutes, per my PT's suggestion. Whenever someone would pass me when I switched into walk mode, I knew what they were thinking: Look at that girl dressed in pink running gear who cannot even run for more than two minutes at a time. What a toolbox. I did not care. I was out there again...and I had a smile on my face for the entire half hour run of 2.72 miles.
Like Lauren, I don't like the act of running. I get tired, my breathing gets funny, my muscles ache in random places, and now, in this hot weather - my face gets awkwardly beat red. The past 40 days on running hiatus have been hell for me. I spent a lot of the marathon training season questioning why I like running, if I do actually like it, or if I just like having something to do...at all times. I realized during this hiatus that I've missed it. Incredibly.
No matter how much I hate running, I hate not running more...I hate being told that I cannot just go out for a run when the weather is perfect. I hate not being able to run off my anger or stress or crazies. I hate not being able to eat or drink whatever I want because I am not running a gazillion miles a week. I hate having to make alternative plans for Tuesday nights. Most of all, I hate being told that I am "normal Lindsey again" now that I am not obsessed with running (when in reality, I am just not allowed that daily run).
Well my friends, I was not proud of this alleged "Normal Lindsey" of the past 40+ days. I was moody. I was not happy. I did not sleep well. I did not eat well. I did not smile as much as I used to. I developed a muffin top (true story).
I understand this may not be the response that many of you want to hear given that running and training took up so much of my time. Well, I am not willing to give it up, yet. If anything, I hated that it was taken away from me for almost 6 full weeks. So, today I signed up for this October's BAA Half Marathon...the very race that got me on this running kick in the first place.
A wise law professor once said: "The law is a jealous mistress." Well, running is a jealous mistress, as well....and I am happy to give it the time that it rightfully deserves.
I AM BACK FOLKS!!! :)
Today is only Wednesday, and I can safely say that this is a good week. On Monday, after I passed a few "tests", my PT gave me clearance to run again. Granted, I was only given the go-ahead for a run/walk, but just to hear that I will be totally back on my feet soon enough was...a relief. Yesterday after work, I headed out to the Esplanade for my first run in 40 days (I swear I haven't been counting or anything). I ran for two minutes, and then walked for two minutes, per my PT's suggestion. Whenever someone would pass me when I switched into walk mode, I knew what they were thinking: Look at that girl dressed in pink running gear who cannot even run for more than two minutes at a time. What a toolbox. I did not care. I was out there again...and I had a smile on my face for the entire half hour run of 2.72 miles.
Like Lauren, I don't like the act of running. I get tired, my breathing gets funny, my muscles ache in random places, and now, in this hot weather - my face gets awkwardly beat red. The past 40 days on running hiatus have been hell for me. I spent a lot of the marathon training season questioning why I like running, if I do actually like it, or if I just like having something to do...at all times. I realized during this hiatus that I've missed it. Incredibly.
No matter how much I hate running, I hate not running more...I hate being told that I cannot just go out for a run when the weather is perfect. I hate not being able to run off my anger or stress or crazies. I hate not being able to eat or drink whatever I want because I am not running a gazillion miles a week. I hate having to make alternative plans for Tuesday nights. Most of all, I hate being told that I am "normal Lindsey again" now that I am not obsessed with running (when in reality, I am just not allowed that daily run).
Well my friends, I was not proud of this alleged "Normal Lindsey" of the past 40+ days. I was moody. I was not happy. I did not sleep well. I did not eat well. I did not smile as much as I used to. I developed a muffin top (true story).
I understand this may not be the response that many of you want to hear given that running and training took up so much of my time. Well, I am not willing to give it up, yet. If anything, I hated that it was taken away from me for almost 6 full weeks. So, today I signed up for this October's BAA Half Marathon...the very race that got me on this running kick in the first place.
A wise law professor once said: "The law is a jealous mistress." Well, running is a jealous mistress, as well....and I am happy to give it the time that it rightfully deserves.
I AM BACK FOLKS!!! :)
Monday, July 7, 2008
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