tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68120980982329421072024-03-05T03:42:37.511-05:00TRI-ing to Run DCMy triathlon and running adventures in the Nation's Capital mixed with a little life, love and fun.Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.comBlogger109125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-54036116268384883972013-04-10T14:20:00.000-04:002013-04-10T14:20:21.997-04:00Wonderful Wordless Wednesday<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Miranda on the radio.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beautiful <strike>spring</strike> summer weather.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Refreshing midday pick me up.</td></tr>
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LIFE IS GOOD! :)</div>
Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-51003882881621073092013-03-27T13:06:00.000-04:002013-03-27T13:06:19.802-04:00Ironman USA Training Recap: Week 1 & 2Happy Wednesday Everyone! I hope you all are having a super week. I have officially survived the first build cycle of IM USA training. Here is what I have been up to over the past couple weeks.<br />
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During my first week of training, I logged a total of 74 miles. I completed 3 crossfit workouts, 1 swim workout, 2 bike rides (1 midweek and 1 weekend), and 1 half marathon. This isn't super impressive, but it certainly is a start. <br />
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How did my half marathon go?? It went pretty well. Would I say that I redeemed myself for last year's awful performance? Not quite, but it was an improvement for sure. Just to jog your memory, at last year's Rock N Roll USA 13.1, I did everything you do not want to do when racing. I did not train. I decided to go out WAY too fast. I did not know the course. The list goes on and on. Even though I did not do as well as I hoped I would do, I still PRed. I guess I cannot be too upset about that. Below are my splits.<br />
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Takeaways from the <a href="http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/usa">2013 Rock N Roll USA 13.1</a>: I need to work on racing a steady and consistent race. Half marathons are no joke. They are short enough to be fast, but long enough to hurt. Let's hope that I have a better race at the <a href="http://www.nike.com/nwmhalfdc/">Nike Women's Half </a>in a month.<br />
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Week #1 wasn't all about training though. I did manage to squeeze in a little St. Patty's Day fun by going to Shamrock Fest. :)<br />
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Week #2 was pretty similar to my first week with a little more mileage. I logged a total of 84 miles. HOWEVER, I did make it to both swim practices!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I never said that I looked good at my morning workouts, I just said that I went. #DoNotFallAsleepWithWetHair</td></tr>
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I completed 3 crossfit workouts, 2 swim workouts, 2 bike rides (1 midweek and 1 weekend) and 1 running workout. Making it to both swim practices was awesome, but I must say that the big win of the week was that I actually enjoyed cycling. Shocking, right? I recently purchased the ISM Adamo saddle, and cycling is a 1,000 times better. Who knew that cycling could actually be fun? :) <br />
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Like the first week, I was able to squeeze in a little fun between workouts. On Thursday night, I went to see <a href="http://www.fliporley.com/">Flip Orley</a> at the DC Improv. For those who haven't seen him, he puts on an awesome show! I volunteered to be hypnotized the first time I saw him, so it was cool to see the show from the audience. He certainly didn't disappoint. Week #2 ended with more fun! I brought this flashy ride home with me.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yes- my new bike matches T-Bird. :) </td></tr>
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<br class="Apple-interchange-newline" />Training goals going forward: I need to focus on making time for my short midweek runs. From looking at my workout log, this is where I tend to slack. I also want to focus on getting my tush to both swim workouts. I start to get worn down by the end of the week, and have a tendency to turn my alarm off on Thursday mornings. I also want to try to focus on maintaining some sort of balance during my build weeks. Balance will be the key to me keeping myself sane during all of the training- especially when it comes to IMFL.<br />
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Got to run- catch up with you all later! :)Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-46504416587539247992013-02-20T14:27:00.000-05:002013-02-20T14:27:46.491-05:00Semi-Wordless Wednesday: Coolest CEO Ever EditionHappy Hump Day! I hope everyone is having a super week. My week has been a little crazy, but that seems to be the norm when I have a short work week.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The CEO of my company decided to turn one of our conference rooms into a gym. This is where I will be spending most of my lunches from now on. #Triathlete'sDream</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Today's midday run- easy 3 mile run.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I did my first run in my fancy new trainers- Adidas adiZero Boston 3. They super light weight and feel awesome. This weekend I caved and bought a pair of Newtons, so during my transition those, I will be rocking these flashy shoes. FYI for non-runners- you cannot jump right into wearing Newtons. Newton running shoes are designed to make you a more efficient runner. So if you are a heel striker like me, it is going to take time for the muscles and tendons to adjust to the new running form. </td></tr>
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<br />Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-14277144888563553052013-02-14T08:37:00.002-05:002013-02-14T08:37:54.332-05:00Three Things Thursday- Lent EditionMorning, everyone! Yesterday was the start of the Lent, and in true triathlete fashion, I have mixed in a little triathlon with my normal lenten penance. Here is what I plan to focus on during the 6 weeks before Easter.<br />
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<li>Going to church more. I try to make it to Mass as much as possible; however, I always use the excuse that I have a workout early in the morning to justify skipping Mass. Over the next 6 weeks, I am going to try to change that. I know when my workouts are well in advance, so I should be able to find one hour of my weekend to go to Mass. </li>
<li>No more skipping workouts. Like I said above, I have to mix in a little triathlon with everything. Not to mention that giving up my excuses to skip workouts will be quite the challenge. I am going to try to complete every workout for 6 weeks. Wish me luck! :)</li>
<li>No more cursing. I do not have a mouth like a sailor; however, I can let it fly every now and again. I will find better ways to express my thoughts and feelings over the next 6 weeks. </li>
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Oh and on a completely unrelated note- Happy Valentine's Day! Sending lots of hugs and warm and loving thoughts to everyone. <3 <3</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is how the BF shows me he loves me- putting stickers on my tush while I walk around a store for 30 minutes not not knowing. :) </td></tr>
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<br />Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-40194721984050406262013-02-13T10:26:00.004-05:002013-02-13T10:26:47.190-05:00New and Wonderful Wednesday- CFA EditionHappy Hump Day! I hope everyone is having a super week. I know I haven't been blogging that much; however, I am hoping that will change as my IM USA training is starting to ramp up and I will have lots of tri adventures to share. This year I have decided to add some additional strength training to my usual swim- bike- run routine. During 2011, I did bootcamps <strike>sometimes</strike> twice a week. I know, I should have been more consistent with the bootcamps, but some days I just wanted to be able to "sleep in" (7am).<br />
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Times are changing though! :) This year I am adding something new and oh so wonderful to the mix- CROSSFIT. I have heard a lot about CrossFit in the past, but it took me almost 6 months to finally drink the CrossFit Kool-Aid. With the level of training IM requires, I will only be doing CF 2 times a week. Lord knows, that I do not want to wear myself out to the point where I cannot do my normal workouts. My plan is to replace my regular strength workouts with CF until it is time to taper for Lake Placid. <br />
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How is it going? Well, I am five CF workouts in, and I am absolutely loving it. I am feeling super strong, and the variation of the workouts is a nice break in my swim-bike-run routine. I will keep you posted on my progress.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hopefully, I will look like this by July! :)</td></tr>
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What are you doing this year that is new and wonderful??<br />
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Happy Training!Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-31707436404673707782012-12-13T13:02:00.002-05:002012-12-13T13:02:48.316-05:00Three Things ThursdayHappy Almost Friday!! I hope everyone has had a super week so far. Mine has been really busy, but enjoyable for the most part. :)<br />
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<li>My time trial results were finally posted. Woop Woop! Overall, I was really happy with my results and glad that I now have a base line for my training. Here are my results.</li>
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<b>Lap 1: </b>(Each lap was approximately 7.2 miles)</div>
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<i>Time:</i> 0:25:06</div>
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<i>Speed:</i> 17.2 MPH</div>
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<i>Time:</i> 0:25:29</div>
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<i>Speed: </i>17.0 MPH</div>
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<b>Overall:</b></div>
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<i>Time:</i> 0:50:35</div>
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<i>Speed: </i>17.1 MPH</div>
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<i>Pacing:</i> Positive split (1.5%)</div>
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<li>I got in to the Nike Women's Half Marathon!!! Totally pumped about this. I cannot wait for April 28th! </li>
<li>I am getting the <a href="http://sites.garmin.com/forerunner910xt/">Garmin 910xt</a>. Merry Christmas to me!! </li>
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Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-11843147224662392022012-12-07T16:02:00.000-05:002012-12-07T16:02:10.995-05:00Five Things Friday: Food Edition<br />
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<li>I am madly in love with Sweet Green's December <a href="http://sweetgreen.com/menu/details/salads/december%20salad/">salad</a>. I absolutely love it! I had it for lunch 2 days in row this week because it is sooooo yummy.</li>
<li>I had my very first Sprinkles cupcake this week. I had the <a href="http://www.sprinkles.com/gourmet-cupcake-flavors/calendar-december/chocolate-peppermint-cupcake/">Chocolate Peppermint</a> cupcake, and it was very delicious. The cake was moist and Sprinkles definitely has the icing to cake ratio down. However, I would say the icing was a little sweet for me. Just to make sure I am not making a rash judgement, I will be going back sometime next week to try another flavor. :)</li>
<li>I am desperately looking for yummy quinoa recipes. I have found a few online that I like; however, none of them have moved me enough to want to try them. Does anyone have a super yummy way to prepare quinoa?</li>
<li>I started a new job 2 weeks ago, and much to my surprise they keep 3 types of Kashi stocked in the kitchen. #BestWorkplaceEver!</li>
<li>Please do not judge me for my next comment. This week I was craving junk food, like terrible for you junk food, and I had managed not to eat anything horrible for me all week. Please note that the cupcake mentioned above totally does not count because I was having a stressful day and needed comfort. :) However, yesterday I finally caved. Last night, I went through the McDonalds drive through and ordered a Chicken McNugget meal with a Coke, and loved every bit of it. I did wake up feeling kind of gross though. Thank goodness I have a long bike ride and run this weekend to burn off all the calories I consumed last night!</li>
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Happy Friday!! I hope everyone has a super weekend! :) </div>
Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-85688141041479643842012-12-03T16:19:00.000-05:002012-12-03T16:19:36.976-05:00Time Trial Numero UnoHey guys! I hope everyone had a super Turkey Day. I know, I certainly did. Now that MCM and Thanksgiving have come and gone, I have been focusing on <a href="http://triingtorundc.blogspot.com/2012/08/luray-race-weekend-recap.html">cycling</a>. As much as I thought I would dread it, I am actually really enjoying it. I had a blast at yesterday's time trial. That in itself is huge! I normally enjoy my rides (sometimes), but rarely would I ever say that I had a blast- so this is a major improvement! Unfortunately, I forgot my Garmin yesterday morning, so I will have to wait until the official results are posted to really see how I did. I am very happy that my team offers TTs throughout the season to track your fitness. #TeamZRocks!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">All smiles after finishing my first time trial in over a year. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Post ride reward = IHOP's caramel hot chocolate :)</td></tr>
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I hope everyone had a super weekend!!! And a special thanks to Sara for taking the TT and IHOP pictures. :)Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-70515456436962686492012-08-22T09:50:00.001-04:002012-08-22T09:50:09.970-04:00Ragnar Relay Preview<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Happy Hump Day! </div>
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My <a href="http://www.ragnarrelay.com/race/dc">Ragnar Relay</a> team has been finalized. Woop woop! <a href="http://triingtorundc.blogspot.com/2011/09/semi-wordless-wednesday-ragnar-relay.html">Last year</a>, we had a blast, so I am totally pumped to see what this year has in store for us. We decided to do the Ultra. It is a little crazy, but yes, we are doing it. I am lucky #5 this time. The Ragnar crew is not joking when they say that a leg is very hard, so it looks like I have my work cut out for me. </div>
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Regardless of how difficult the running will be, I cannot wait for race weekend. 6 people + 1 Van + 197.2 miles to run = AN AWESOME ADVENTURE. Only 29 days to go. :) </div>
Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-78845565148577350462012-08-20T10:51:00.000-04:002012-08-20T10:51:34.019-04:00Luray Race Weekend Recap<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: center;">
Happy Monday! Here is a short and sweet recap of my weekend. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thanks to Sara- we were able to stay in a SWEET cabin for the weekend. I enjoy camping, but have a nice cool place to relax after racing is pretty awesome. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Took 1st our division at the Luary International Tri, and had a blast with Team Z </td></tr>
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I hope everyone had a super weekend! </div>
Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-26996000520297055782012-08-17T12:48:00.002-04:002012-08-17T12:48:40.773-04:00Race Weekend: Kickoff Edition<div style="text-align: center;">
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I am pretty pumped about this weekend because it will be my first race since the Rock N Roll Half Marthon in March. <a href="http://luraytriathlon.com/">Luray</a> is also special for another reason. This weekend will kick off what is going to be an exciting and challenging year and half. I have signed up for <a href="http://ironmanlakeplacid.com/">IM USA</a>, and hope to be able to sign up for IM Florida in a couple months. If I one of the lucky folks who can get in to <a href="http://ironmanflorida.com/">IM Florida</a>, I will be attempting to do 2 full iron distance races in 2013. Like I said above, exciting, but CHALLENGING 2013. However, I think I am totally up for the challenge. <br />
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Not racing in 2012 has made me realize how much I miss doing it. Not to mention, how much it motivates me. Don't get me wrong, I have been working out. I am just more inclined to have a 2nd or a 3rd glass of wine on a Saturday night if I know I don't have to bike 100 miles on Sunday morning. I also have developed a nasty habit of turning off my alarm and going back to sleep when I have an early swim practice. This may explain why I haven't been in the pool for 2 months. :P<br />
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Ironman training does not start for awhile; however, this weekend is when everything starts for me. My plan is to start to get back into racing shape. Translation- starting to train for triathlons again instead of just running. What does my race schedule look like? Well until late October, I am running. :) What do you expect? I love running! So this is what I have coming up. <br />
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<li>Army 10-Miler: October 21</li>
<li>Marine Corp Marathon: October 28</li>
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After MCM, my #1 focus will be getting to team cycling workouts. I have the most room for improvement on the bike, so I am really going to capitalize on that this winter. SPIN, SPIN, SPIN. As for late fall and winter races, I am not sure yet. However, I am pretty sure that I do not want to do a marathon this winter. Because of my profession, the first few months of the year are brutal, so I think it is wise to just focus on getting my workouts in and having fun. More to come on that stuff later though. :)<br />
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Good luck to everyone racing this weekend! </div>
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Oh and here are my new flashy trainers. #I<3NewRunningShoes </div>
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Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-44521691692033579662012-08-16T10:46:00.001-04:002012-08-16T10:46:40.997-04:00Three Things Thursday<ol>
<li>I am almost 2 months into my MCM training, and my hill workouts are finally getting easier. Woop woop! Last night after a brutal day at work, I pulled on my trainers and went for a run on the Custis Trail. Running was the last thing I wanted to do, so I wouldn't say my heart was really in the run. However, after the first 3 miles, my legs loosen up, and I negatived spilt the last 3 miles. Translation- AWESOME!! It is nice to see that my training is paying off. My hill workouts were kicking my tush last month, so I am thrilled that I am now doing the tush kicking. </li>
<li>My friend just posted some of the vacation pictures from Costa Rica. Yep, that's right, I was in Costa Rica. :) If you haven't been, I highly recommend going to CR. The people are very friendly, the country is breathtaking, and there are a ton of fun things to do. I will post more pictures later, but here are a few.
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Horseback riding was a blast. Clearly, I wasn't expecting to go that afternoon or I would have wouldn jeans and boots. :)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I tried Rambutans for the first time. Here is what <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rambutan">Wikki</a> says about them. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I saw wild monkeys!!! They were everywhere. Check out this guy above. It looks like he is taking a nap.</td></tr>
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<li>Today is new shoe day. I know it is silly, but I get excited when I get to buy new running shoes. I love the feeling of running in new shoes. It is like you are running on clouds. #Totalrunnerdork. </li>
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Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-26189114117926836492012-07-03T09:39:00.001-04:002012-07-03T11:27:47.802-04:00Semi-Wordless Weekend Recap: Birthday Edition<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This weekend wasn't all fun and games. :) I decided to hit the pool at Hains Point on Friday after work.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">After the crazy storm on Friday night, my 10 mile run on Saturday was more like a 10 mile steeplechase. Yay for climbing over trees and splashing through puddles!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Huck's brother and sister-in-law were visiting this weekend, so we took them to dinner at Proof. NOM NOM NOM</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">For Huck's b-day surprise, we went to Kings Dominion. We had so much fun! </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Huck even talked me into riding the Intimidator 305. Sooooo fun, but really scary!!!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yesterday was Huck's actual b-day, so of course I wanted to take him to dinner. We had a delicious meal at Co Co Sala.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Huck's fantastic dessert.</td></tr>
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I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend!! </div>Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-65279467471195939032012-06-29T10:29:00.003-04:002012-06-29T10:42:10.532-04:00For the Puppy!<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
Hey guys! In lieu of my Random Fact Friday, I am posting about a sweet puppy that needs your help. Please click on over to Katie's <a href="http://www.runthisamazingday.com/">blog</a>. Katie's puppy, Graham, is very sick. I have been in the same situation as Katie, and it is absolutely awful. Hang in there, Katie!! </div>
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Get better soon, Graham! We are all pulling for you.</div>Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-42825543214998059142012-06-28T13:54:00.002-04:002012-06-28T13:55:14.797-04:00Three Things Thursday: Running & Surprises<ul>
<li>Working late yesterday prevented me from getting my run in last night. Instead of getting upset about it I used yesterday as a rest day and did my run this morning and will swim on Friday night. Who wouldn't want to spend their Friday evening at the HP pool. :) I think I might be getting the hang of this balance thing. I just have to be a little more creative when it comes to planning.</li>
<li>I think I have finally settled on a marathon training plan- well kind of. After looking at a bunch of plans, I wasn't able to find one that gave me exactly what I need. My solution- combined them. I think this blended plan will give me everything I need to be prepared to run a great race. What is great you ask? Well I am not really sure what that means right now. A PR would be nice. A BQ would AWESOME. What I am really focusing on is enjoying my training and staying healthy. If I PR and/or BQ, that would be fantastic, but I am not putting that kind of pressure on myself.</li>
<li>Huck's birthday is coming up, and I having been planning his birthday surprise for almost a month. I have no idea how I have managed to keep it from him, but I am pretty sure he is clueless. Well he knows that we have plans on Sunday, but other than that he has no idea. WOOP WOOP! </li>
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Dear Sunday, Please get here as soon as possible! Thanks, Whitney :) </div>
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<br /></div>Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-75820468047026889932012-06-27T09:23:00.002-04:002012-06-27T09:23:19.040-04:00Wordless Wednesday: Garmin Edition<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Thanks Garmin for making me want another triathlon gadget. I <3 the Garmin 910xt.</div>Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-80383407588471730932012-06-20T06:19:00.000-04:002012-07-03T11:44:37.814-04:00Wordless Wednesday: 2012 Army Ball Edition<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Happy Wednesday!</div>Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-32050971939833090212012-06-19T16:16:00.000-04:002012-06-19T16:19:32.914-04:00Random Thought Tuesday: Skirts, Bad Drivers, Friends and Baseball<ul>
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This morning while I was running, I saw a bunch of ladies rocking the running skirt. I swore I would never wear one, but these women looked so happy wearing them. Plus- they come in some pretty cute styles. I think I might try one out. #INeedMoreRunningClothesLikeINeedAHoleInMyHead. :) </div>
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I was tempted to get out of my car and yell at someone on my way to work today. Dear Gentleman who was driving the navy blue Porsche on the GW Parkway, Please go to driving school as soon as you are finished with work today. Thanks in advance, Whitney</div>
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I am really excited to see my friends Meghan, Dani, Bonnie, and Diane this weekend. I know, it is absolutely ridiculous to be thinking about the weekend already. </div>
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It makes me really sad that the Red Sox are last in the AL East right now. Come on guys, could you please win a game or two for your loyal fans??</div>
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Happy almost Friday!!</div>Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-59943425281869732942012-06-13T09:37:00.000-04:002012-06-13T09:37:02.854-04:00Wordless Weimaraner Wednesday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If I win the lottery tomorrow, I am buying at least one of these sweet and athletic puppies. </div>
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Happy Wednesday!</div>Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-19953625571752160132012-06-11T18:47:00.001-04:002012-06-11T18:48:59.787-04:00Whitney, are you okay? We haven't heard from you in months.<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
Hi Blog World! I have missed you terribly. The past few months have been jammed packed with work and regular non-triathlon and non-running things. Because of my non-triathlon life, I was not able to race Rumpus in Bumpass, and I have pulled my registration from Musselman 70.3. #BeingAnAdultStinksSometimes! But instead of going into the details, I will just say that I am very happy to be training again. What's on the horizon you ask? Well in terms of running, I am starting my MCM training this week. This will be the 3rd time I will be racing this marathon, and I am very excited about it. What about triathlon? I am only currently signed up for the run portion of the Luray Olympic; however, I am thinking about doing Waterman's Half in October. </div>
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Here is just a little taste of what has been going on since I last posted.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gone fishin'</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Learning how to snowboard @ Breck</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">OBX! Cannot wait to go back.</td></tr>
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Happy Monday!!</div>
</div>Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-12571022008198944762012-02-15T09:09:00.001-05:002012-02-15T09:09:31.483-05:00Wordless Wednesday: Valentine Edition<div class="separator" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;">
According to my Valentine, everyday is Valentine's day! </div>
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XoXoXo</div>Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-45707532924202050372012-02-08T10:21:00.001-05:002012-02-08T10:21:56.477-05:00Running for Sherry<div style="text-align: center;">
No Wordless Wednesday today. <br />
Instead, please click over to <a href="http://www.shutupandrun.net/search?updated-max=2012-01-31T16:07:00-08:00&max-results=1">Shut Up & Run</a>.</div>
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On February 11th, lace up your shoes and take a lap for Sherry.</div>
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Special thanks to <a href="http://www.runordiechick.com/">Dani </a> for sharing this story with me.</div>Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-34067841278545556702012-02-06T08:11:00.001-05:002012-02-06T08:11:46.470-05:00Weekend Recap: Awesome Edition!Yay for weekends filled with friends and fun. Here is what I was up to...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Grilled cheese with banana and bacon- SO FREAKING GOOD!!</td></tr>
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Hash run- This is the first weekend that I haven't had to work in a LONG time, so I was pumped that I was able to go to a team workout. Saturday was my first hash run. For those of you who are not familiar with what a hash run is, check out this<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hash_House_Harriers"> link</a>. Long story short, the "hares" lay a trail and "hounds" have to work together to follow it. It was a lot of fun- definitely a great way to start my Saturday.</div>
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<li>Engagement party- JC's friend Jeremy recently got engaged to a great girl named Shannon, so to show our support we headed out to Jeremy's to celebrate with them. Congrats guys! We are really excited for you. </li>
<li>NEW BIKE!!- Yesterday morning, I made to the short trip down to <a href="http://plumgrovecyclery.com/">Plum Grove</a> to pick up my new ride. After 2 hours of adjustments, T-Bird was finally ready for me to take him home. #I<3MyNewBike! </li>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Adjusting the areobars</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Checking my leg angles</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">First spin!! </td></tr>
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<li>Super Bowl- I am a Patriots fan, so I wasn't pumped about the loss. HOWEVER, it was a great game, and a NY Giants win equals a happy boyfriend. Plus, who can be upset if they spent there Sunday night with 20 of their good friends? :)</li>
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I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend because I certainly did. Happy Monday!</div>Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6812098098232942107.post-82007165678164678222012-02-01T09:58:00.001-05:002012-02-01T09:58:22.684-05:00Wordless Wednesday: Joker Edition<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Yes, that is me walking through DSW with a sticker on my tush. My lovely BF decided it would be funny to put a sticker on my tush and let me walk all around for an hour or so with it on. To make things worse, 5+ people saw it and didn't said anything.</div>
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If you ever see me walking around with something on my tush- PLEASE tell me! </div>
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1 point for JC - 0 points for Whitney</div>Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03683677442160453444noreply@blogger.com0