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Run or Not to Run and Bouchon TKOs

Do what I say not what I do… right?! Why is it that most of us are just not that good at coaching ourselves? Could it be that we under estimate our aches and pains? Maybe we think we are invincible: never been injured, never will be. I’m not sure but I do know that when I have some pain, I ignore it. Shame on me. Here is my excuse which Ted pretty much nailed the other morning when he said…”When I hurt myself I know it. I can’t run. When you get hurt, it’s never that clear cut.” [...]

By Joanne|2014-03-28T15:38:30-04:00March 28, 2014|cookies|7 Comments

Something’s Up with The Foot and Grilled Frittata

It doesn’t hurt. It doesn’t get worse when I run. Sometimes it aches a little then goes away. I bet most people wouldn’t even notice, it’s that subtle. Since I’m pushing the limits lately running one race after another, I’m a bit paranoid that something is going to give. Something is up with the foot. A note to foot “I’ll caress you. I’ll wash you and massage you. I’ll rub exfoliating cream on your heel and gently pinch your toes. I’ll clip your nails straight across and do my best from turning them black when I run. In exchange for [...]

By Joanne|2013-04-22T19:29:51-04:00April 22, 2013|Quick Meals|4 Comments

After Run, Hoppin’ John & Voss’ Old Time Charm

Does anyone else have trouble working up an appetite after a long run? All day Wednesday, I put food in my mouth that my stomach just didn’t want. I wasn’t hungry but knew that recovery nutrition was a must. It’s really unusual for me not to want to eat. Thursday was a day off from running. The alarm wasn’t set but waking up early enough to take Shane for a substantial 3.7 mile walk wasn’t a problem. Friday: The easy paced run today didn’t seem to aggravate the foot pain that began on Wednesday, although there is a little something [...]