Here We Go Again!

by | Jan 19, 2008 | Dr. Nicola, hamstring, injury, Running

For the past 18 months to 2 years, I’ve been having some soreness in my hamstrings. Most of this is when I run, but sometimes I can feel it during other things, like biking uphill. This has never really caused me to quit a run, but I have felt the need to dial...

Particular About My Socks!

by | Dec 20, 2007 | cold weather, Running, socks

I’ve recently been able to start running again, albeit slowly. Last weekend, I bundled up for a short little run in the frigid December air. I have a considerable problem trying to keep my hands and feet warm in any temperature under 60 degrees. So last...

Indy Marathon

by | Oct 21, 2007 | Marathon, Running, training run

Before all you psychos start freaking out on me, I did not do the Indy marathon. I was simply there to support him! And I figured, while I was there, it would be a good chance for me to get in a bit of a longer run. I don’t have time for a big ol’ long...

Run at WFG

by | Oct 15, 2007 | Running, Triathlon, Waterfall Glen

For the first time in a very long time (about 3 months), I was able to go run at Waterfall Glen. The conditions were near perfect for an outdoor run. Though it was kinda dark, the temperature was about 55 degrees when we started. By the time we finished, the sun had...

Chicago Distance Classic

by | Aug 16, 2007 | Half Marathon, injury, race, Running

To run or not to run? That was the million dollar question. Though I’d stopped running almost completely, the shin wasn’t really feeling so good. Just walking on it has been painful. I did lace up a new pair of shoes and go out for a short, 4 mile slow run...