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Best Running Trails Near Heathrow Airport: Explore Harmondsworth Moor
Recently, my husband and I spent a night at Heathrow Airport ahead of a long-haul flight back to the US. While our hotel ticked the basic boxes, it didn’t have… Read more
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Exploring the Wrekin: A Classic Hike in Shropshire’s Countryside
Final Thoughts I’m so glad we finally made the climb. It was a personal milestone, a nostalgic reconnection with my roots, and a surprisingly challenging bit of exercise, all rolled… Read more
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Discovering Shrewsbury’s Parkrun Experience
A couple of weeks ago, while visiting family in the UK, we spent a few days in my hometown of Shrewsbury – a picturesque, medieval market town nestled in a… Read more
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Exploring Philadelphia’s Schuylkill River Trail
Last weekend, my husband and I drove up to Philadelphia to visit a friend of his who was in town. Since it’s about a three-hour drive from DC, we decided… Read more
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The Importance of Taking a Break After a Marathon
Whether you crossed the finish line with a PB, gritted your teeth through every mile, or soaked in the scenery on a coastal course like the Big Sur International Marathon,… Read more
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Big Sur Marathon: A Wild, Windy and Wonderfully Scenic Adventure
When I entered the Big Sur Marathon lottery last year, I didn’t fully grasp what I was signing up for. I’m used to big-city marathons; flat, fast courses with huge… Read more
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Big Sur Weekend: The Start of the Racecation Adventure
I’m writing this from the plane – we’re currently en route to San Francisco for a long weekend in California, and I’m so excited! We’ve been planning this trip for… Read more
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Exploring Lady Bird Lake in Austin
Last week, I traveled to Austin for SXSW EDU for work. It was my first time in the city, and I was excited, not only for the conference but also… Read more
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Adapting Your Marathon Training to Winter Conditions
Training for a marathon during winter can be a real challenge. The dark mornings and evenings, coupled with unpredictable weather, can easily derail your plans for long runs and speed… Read more
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Winter Running Gear: What You Really Need
Firstly, let me say that I enjoy running in the winter. It requires a bit more organization than summer running, but I appreciate the newly discovered speed, thanks to the… Read more
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