Monthly Archives: May 2012

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Posted on May 28, 2012 by scoopsontherun

When I was in Miami at the end of January for the half marathon we were given these little pouches of water and a lesson in how to use them as they were going to be used along the course. … Continue reading →

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Sweat

Posted on May 27, 2012 by scoopsontherun

I grew up in the desert and have a creation fondness for warm (or hot) weather. Growing up I remember playing in soccer tournaments in the middle of summer in the afternoon when the temps were in the low 100s. … Continue reading →

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This Morning Thing

Posted on May 24, 2012 by scoopsontherun

Now that the Brooklyn Half Marathon is done with I have about a month and half off before my marathon training begins. I’ve got a few races in between but they’re not goal races so I’m looking forward  to just … Continue reading →

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Brooklyn Half Marathon Recap

Posted on May 20, 2012 by scoopsontherun

Getting up at 4:00 am is not a fun time to get up in the morning, even if you are excited about the race you’re running later that morning. I would like to thank NYRR for that 7:00 am start … Continue reading →

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Brooklyn, Brooklyn Take Me In

Posted on May 18, 2012 by scoopsontherun

I just got back from picking up my bib for tomorrow’s Brooklyn Half Marathon. It’s sort of hard to believe it’s here already but here we go. Tomorrow I will be getting up at the ass crack of dawn (before … Continue reading →

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Healthy Kidney 10k

Posted on May 12, 2012 by scoopsontherun

Today was my last race/long run before the Brooklyn Half Marathon. I didn’t have a specific goal mind given that I’m supposed to be cutting down on the miles a bit this week. I mainly just wanted to keep my … Continue reading →

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The Doctor Knows Best

Posted on May 9, 2012 by scoopsontherun

I haven’t had a physical in over five years and since I turned the big 4-0 I though it might be a good idea. I walked away being the valedictorian physicals. You are now jealous, I know. I’m also convinced … Continue reading →

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North Face Endurance Challenge

Posted on May 6, 2012 by scoopsontherun

I headed up to Bear Mountain today for my yearly trek on the trails. I enjoy trail running but just don’t get too many opportunities to to do it, so I try to never miss this event. It has always … Continue reading →

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Races Times Two

Posted on May 4, 2012 by scoopsontherun

This was busy weekend, I don’t think I have ever scheduled a weekend with back-to-back races but I’m glad I did. Two of my favorite races and the need for a long run prompted this very rare race-filled weekend. Saturday … Continue reading →

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