I have a 3/4 mile loop around my neighborhood. On my first attempt to run around the loop I needed to stop and stretch at least four times. After completing several runs over the last few weeks, I was able to complete most of the 3/4 miles without a walk-break. But…my legs still hurt. Is it my shoes? They are not expensive running shoes. Have you heard about barefoot running?…
Read moreOne of the really great things about running for exercise is how I can do it anytime, anywhere. All I need are my running shoes and some comfortable clothes. I have had the pleasure of taking my training to New Hampshire for vacation. Check out the beautiful path I found at Loon mountain. Here is another lovely trail that I found in Nashua NH called Mine Falls Park. This place…
Read moreAs I mentioned previously, I’m not a runner. My exercise routines consist of gentle yoga, and hikes with the kids. You can read all my reasons for deciding to train for a marathon in my previous post. I hate to start out complaining, but, this is hard work! On my first ¾ mile run, I had to stop and stretch four times. My sister Kara, who has done this before,…
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