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Fall

Beautiful Weekend

October 21, 2012 by Kristy 17 Comments

The weather in Philly was gorgeous this weekend.

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Perfect running weather.  Although I didn’t run a single step.

We went out both Friday and Saturday night and I had brunch with friends on Sunday morning.  Late nights, drinks, and long runs do not mix well at my age.  A constant reminder why a social life is best saved for the off season.

I say this often but it is worth repeating.  When your body is screaming for rest, it’s best to listen.  When I wake up and have no desire to run, I know it’s time to stay in bed and sleep.  And so I did.  Saturday and Sunday.  Until 10:00AM.  I think the last time I slept that late was college.

Not running long does have its perks.  It’s nice to lounge in bed, wake up slowly, have breakfast, watch TV, and not be tired by 12PM.  Your legs aren’t sore, they don’t crack and pop going down the stairs, you’re not wearing compression sleeves, not peeing every 1/2 hour, and don’t eat everything in sight.

It’s nice for a weekend.  Only a weekend.

We spent most of Saturday outside at the dog park.  Hawk enjoyed himself.

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What’s the biggest perk to NOT running long on the weekend (on the rare occasion you don’t do a long run)?  I would have to say it’s the sleeping in without an alarm and having a leisurely morning. 

It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

August 31, 2011 by Kristy 14 Comments

9/1/11
6 miles easy / no Garmin

Happy September 1st!  September is my favorite month of the year (with October being a close second).  I love Fall and the whole back-to-school season.  I’m obviously not a teacher…or a parent 😉  I never dreaded going back to school either when I was younger.  Nerd.

If you sense a list coming, you know me too well!  Here’s why I love Fall…

  • perfect running weather (this is almost too obvious to even list)
  • running in shorts and a long-sleeve DRI-fit shirt
  • sweaters (and my beloved Uggs – I don’t care if they are no longer in style)
  • enjoying my coffee without sweating to death (dislike iced coffee)
  • on that same note, hot chocolate
  • pumpkins and mums
  • Halloween candy
  • dressing up Hawk in a ridiculous costume for Halloween
Officer Hawk
  • Fall races (I have lots of them planned)
  • keeping the windows open and allowing fresh air to come in
  • perfect sleeping weather
AND…I have a marathon in 10 days!  A perfect way to ring in Fall!  I got an email from the race yesterday saying “it is on as scheduled”. Apparently there were questions about whether the race would go on due to Irene.  The thought of it NOT happening never crossed my mind but it does explain all the “lehigh marathon and hurricane irene” blog searches.

What’s your favorite season?  Why?  

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