Monthly Archives: April 2011

“Ability is what you are capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it.” – Lou Holtz Last night I returned to the “thing” I love, running (no rest for the weary).  My husband … Continue reading →

“Tomorrow is another day, and there will be another battle!” – Sebastian Coe I have never trained for back-to-back marathons.  I ran Boston on April 18th and the Kentucky Derby Marathon is approaching (this Saturday).  Initially my plans were to race … Continue reading →

As of late I have been reading books written by top ultra marathon runners (distances exceeding 50 miles).  I am currently fully engaged in Running on Empty by Marshall Ulrich.  His story isn’t as colorful or motivating as Dean Karnazes … Continue reading →

“Man imposes his own limitations, don’t set any”- Anthony Bailey I am at a loss today.  The post Boston blues are setting in.  I have never experienced depression after a race until now (I have read about this phenomenon).  It … Continue reading →

“Everyone who finishes the Boston Marathon has their own great moment in sport. Each of us on this day has achieved greatness.” – George Sheehan I came, I saw, I BOSTON!  People speak of southern hospitality but I have never felt … Continue reading →

 “Success isn’t how far you got, but the distance you traveled from where you started.”    – “Pre” Today is my last day in Louisville, KY.  I have a check list to complete and packing to do before I head north, … Continue reading →

“All it takes is all you got.” – Marc Davis I cannot wait for the arrival of Saturday.  I have not slept well this week due to the Boston anticipation.  I woke up at 3AM last night to find myself … Continue reading →

“The only tactics I admire are do-or-die.” – Herb Elliott There are many ways to run, the treadmill, trails, roads and parks.  Most people have one they prefer over the other.  When I began running most of my training was … Continue reading →

“Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” – Thams A. Edison My Boston training is gradually coming to an end.  I am excited to have some down … Continue reading →