Category Archives: Running

In or Out?

Posted on March 19, 2012 by ashley

The title of this post makes me think of a great Kevin Kline movie, In and Out. It also makes me think of the famous hamburger joint based out West. And I digress – this is a running blog…  

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Fusion to 5k – Part 2 – (All I want for Christmas is a new L5)

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Van

Surgery day could not come soon enough. Time seemed to stand still as my symptoms continued to get worse, with walking (the only fitness activity I could do) becoming uncomfortable. When my alarm clock went off early on the morning … Continue reading →

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The Reasons Why We Run

Posted on March 12, 2012 by ashley

“Ashley, I just don’t get it – why do you run? I mean, it looks hard. And why would you do something that is hard. And sucks…” Hmm. Good question.

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Fusion to 5k – Part One

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Van

With all the training programs out there, I have not found one that fully covers how to return to running after spinal surgery, and that is why I started “Fusion to 5k.” The last time I ran was in March … Continue reading →

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Running on Empty

Posted on March 5, 2012 by ashley

Some days when I run, I feel like I’m on cloud 9 and could go on forever in true Forrest Gump-fashion.

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10 Famous Marathoners

Posted on February 19, 2012 by ashley

You know those weeks that just drag on? When it feels like Friday on Tuesday at 9:30 am? When it snows, thunderstorms and the sun shines in 50 degree weather within a 48-hour period (welcome to Champaign)? When you look … Continue reading →

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Exercise is a Privilege

Posted on February 13, 2012 by ashley
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Celebrity Appearances Can Be Deceiving…

Posted on February 6, 2012 by ashley

We all have addictions. Some are more serious than others. For me, it’s being connected. Being connected? You know those annoying people who are always on their iPhone, laptop or listening to their MP3? Yes – that is me. I … Continue reading →

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Mindless Exercise Yields Forgettable Results

Posted on January 29, 2012 by ashley

My guess is that the majority of people who read this blog are runners in some way, shape or form. Personally, I have a love-hate relationship with running. I love the high I get after a great run, love the … Continue reading →

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Born to Run…Barefoot

Posted on January 16, 2012 by ashley

Oh the weather outside has been frightful and it’s finally beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Yet all I could think about this weekend was running. Barefoot. Outside. Let me explain…

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