One week after the Glacier Ridge 50-miler DNF and feeling much better. Ran Saturday morning with PR Fitness, holding it to 8 miles per Coach's direction (OK, 8.3 miles, but she wasn't looking). About halfway out it began to rain. Some people grumbled, but I loved every minute of it. Man, could I have used some …
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I slowly walked over to the aid station checkout desk. The nice lady there looked up at me. "What do you think, Jeff?" she asked. "Well, I'm stupid enough to try," I said. I was hoping for a laugh. Instead I got a look of motherly concern that made my heart sink. "You have no …
Last week was Eli's Run, an event hosted by PR Fitness coaches Marie and her husband Rob to remember and honor their son Eli, who was diagnosed with a genetic disorder in utero and unfortunately did not survive. As dedicated runners they decided on an annual race to celebrate his memory and raise funds to …
Hooray for energy! This morning I ran seven miles with PR Fitness and went to the farmer's market to pick out some plants for the back deck. I then spent the afternoon inside, preparing for an exam tomorrow. It was where I belonged, but I spent much time looking through the window at a beautiful …
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