by lindsaybabb | Dec 3, 2017 | Running in Real Life
“We’re going streaking” I’ve been seeing a ton of social posts lately about run streaks – no, not naked running. A run streak is simply running every day for a certain time period. I believe the concept was originally created to encourage staying active during the...
by lindsaybabb | Nov 5, 2017 | Running in Real Life
“Hello darkness, my old friend” Last week’s blog was the unofficial start of winter running, and I was excited to share tips to help all brave the temps and enjoy the outdoor miles during this beautiful season. This week brings more on outdoor running during another...
by lindsaybabb | Oct 5, 2017 | Running in Real Life
“Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes” As I write this, I’m getting organized to head to Chicago. With my parents. To visit my brother and his family. Oh, and to run the 40th Chicago Marathon. That’s happening too. It’s crazy, I haven’t wrapped my mind around the fact I’m going to run...
by lindsaybabb | Oct 1, 2017 | Running in Real Life
“It seems I’m spending so much time…waiting…” I can’t believe I’m saying this but it’s time to run the Chicago Marathon! My fellow runner friends, the countdown is on. I’ve said it before and it’s still true, the week before a race is always tough. All the weeks,...
by lindsaybabb | Sep 23, 2017 | Running in Real Life
“Big brothers – the only guys who will pick on you, yet beat up anyone else who tries” Earlier this week, as I was working on an idea for a new blog, it occurred to me I run Chicago Marathon in just two weeks and I’ve barely blogged about it. I’m usually good for at...
by lindsaybabb | Jul 23, 2017 | Running in Real Life
“There’s a first time for everything” I’m no stranger to marathons. With nine under my belt, I’ve experienced a lot, both during training and on race day. But one thing I’ve never experienced until now is a whole new beast: marathon training in the summer. Of those...