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35 miles on the bike...followed by beer!
Added by michael b on January 6, 2011 at 8:45pm — No Comments
Restarting!
I haven't blogged before, but feel like I need some motivation and support to keep myself on track. I ran in the Detroit Marathon in 2009 - I finished, but not strong and know that I can do better. That's part of the plan for this year. I completed the Anchor Bay Sprint Triathlon in 2010, reasonably strong but with loads of room for improvement. That's also part of the plan this year. I need to shed some pounds and refocus, so tomorrow starts the plan!!
Added by Dan Setchell on January 4, 2011 at 7:42pm — 5 Comments
A Magical Christmas Adventure
Last night on the news (something I rarely watch except to get a peek at the weather forecast so I can plan my runs) there was a Weather Alert from the National Weather Service -- ooh this sounds very serious! We had been debating about whether or not to run the Satellite Run for… Continue
Added by Mary McManus on December 28, 2010 at 11:44am — No Comments
Christmas Magic at the Jingle Bell 5K
I know you are all wondering - did she do it? Did the trash talk come to pass or did she walk the walk of shame (said with a wink and a smile). Well those of you on Twitter and Facebook already know what happened. I PR'ed it with a vengeance - official time 42:21 which is one minute and 23 seconds off of…
Added by Mary McManus on December 20, 2010 at 2:30pm — No Comments
Live Like You Were Dyin - Trash Talk
I sign off on my blog God bless, be well and Live like you were dyin'. I decided it's time to reflect on that tag line. What does it mean to Live Like you were dyin'. Did you see the movie The Bucket List - that's live like you were dyin. In truth we have all been given a terminal diagnosis. What we do between birth and death is what matters. When I was 'given' the diagnosis of post polio syndrome in December 2006 I had a choice as we all do when we are given a…
Added by Mary McManus on December 17, 2010 at 10:38am — No Comments
It's Not Where You Start It's Where You Finish
It's not where you start, it's where you finish
It's not how you go, it's how you land
A hundred to one shot, you call him a clutz
Can out run the favorite, all he needs is the guts
Your final return will not diminish
And you can be the cream of the crop
It's not where you start, it's where you finish
And you're gonna finish on top
If you start at the top, you're certain to drop
You've got to watch your timing,… Continue
Added by Mary McManus on December 9, 2010 at 8:12pm — No Comments
THE SEARCH FOR NEW NORMAL
The goal now is not necessarily to regain control, but to find the new normal in the madness, despite that madness, a way to be content with the changes that were forced upon me and mine. I have no idea to what degree running, marathons or otherwise, will fit into the new scheme. I only know I will not stop running altogether....READ MORE AT MY BLOG
happy trails...and happy holidays to all a…
ContinueAdded by michael b on December 3, 2010 at 4:07pm — No Comments
Gonna Fly Now
"You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it ain't about how hard ya hit. It's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. How much you can take and keep moving forward. That's how winning is done!" -Rocky
While I am not a proponent of two men beating on each other as though they were slabs of meat, I do find that boxing and running provide wonderful metaphors for life. We have all had our fair share of being kicked and beaten - some… Continue
Added by Mary McManus on December 3, 2010 at 1:17pm — No Comments
Trail Finished!!
Added by Eric Shea on December 2, 2010 at 11:14pm — No Comments
The Greatest Love of All
Before I went on a 5 mile run this morning I read a post from Gail Martin who writes Gail Martin's Marathon Tips:
" There's a difference between having expectations to achieve, and setting realistic goals. Some days won't provide the right circumstances to reach certain goals--accept it, and try again. Disappointment accompanies unmet expectations--stealing the joy from what we love to do. It's always a process, but if you want to lessen the lows, let go of your… Continue
Added by Mary McManus on December 1, 2010 at 11:27am — No Comments
Dancing Through Life
I cannot believe it has been four years since I was diagnosed with post polio syndrome! When I was first diagnosed I would listen to the soundtrack from Wicked on my CD player. I now have it downloaded into my iPod and am now the proud owner of an iPhone. I've never been a gadget girl but I must admit, I am enjoying these gadgets. They're fun and so is life. Yes, my life is fun - the girl who was tormented and taunted and teased and abused and all the rest! I will be 57… Continue
Added by Mary McManus on November 19, 2010 at 1:08pm — No Comments
Why It's Called a Personal Best
Yesterday, my dear friend and cyberspace soul sister, Joan Adams posted on Facebook, Motivational Monday - what gets you motivated. I pondered that question and realized that I am so incredibly blessed to be running again. What motivated me to pick myself up after a relapse of post polio and a surge of cervical… Continue
Added by Mary McManus on November 10, 2010 at 8:04am — No Comments
Five Months, Five Races, A PR and Purpose
June 27th 2010 saw my return to road races after a year hiatus. My last road race had been… Continue
Added by Mary McManus on November 1, 2010 at 10:59am — 1 Comment
ATHENS
WHAT I KNOW ABOUT MARATHONS...FOR FIRST TIMERS
new blog post at 12months12races
Added by michael b on October 28, 2010 at 6:43pm — 3 Comments
The Music and the Mirror
The calendar says October 26th which means there should be a chill in the air. When I opened the door to check the temperature to see what to don for my training run, it was warm. I forgot all about the ten degree rule (dressing for a run based on ten degrees warmer than what it feels like) and donned my black capris, my Lexs Run… Continue
Added by Mary McManus on October 27, 2010 at 1:09pm — No Comments
So Begins the Journey of a Marathoner's Wife
My husband received the email from Childrens Hospital that he is a member of the Miles for Miracles Team running the 2011 Boston Marathon to raise money for Boston Childrens Hospital. First thing this morning, we set up our fund raising page and thanks to Kevin Green of Just Finish and @sneezy43 on Twitter we are off… Continue
Added by Mary McManus on October 20, 2010 at 8:08pm — No Comments
Astonishing - Every Finish Line is a Starting Line
Astonishing from Little Women
I thought home was all I'd ever want
My attic all I'd ever need.
Now nothing feels the way it was before
And I don't know how to proceed.
I only know I'm meant for something more
I've got to know if I can… Continue
Added by Mary McManus on October 16, 2010 at 9:47pm — No Comments
Unfinished Business
You know how I always express my gratitude for those who have brought healing, love and light into my life during my journey of transformation. There is one person you have not met yet - the woman who was there from the very beginning giving me love and support and… Continue
Added by Mary McManus on October 9, 2010 at 10:30am — No Comments
You Know You Are a Runner When...
My friend Doug Welch has a twitter moniker of @reallynotarunnr. On a recent interview with Chris Russell of Run, Run Live, he… Continue
Added by Mary McManus on October 2, 2010 at 6:22pm — No Comments
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