The expo for the RnR Raleigh Marathon and Half Marathon was in some respects an extravaganza. The gear pick up was orderly, and I actually liked the Brooks race shirt design a lot. There were all the expected exhibitors as well as some live presentations. Lots of bling. Some of the RnR staff used … Read More
3 Free iTunes Apps – Globo, Dr. Panda’s Airport and Runr
These 3 apps are now free on iTunes. Runr is only free this weekend. I am not sure if the price reduction for Globo and Dr. Panda’s Airport is temporary or permanent. GLOBO Globo is a world clock. When I travel, I get lost in time (Heck, I get lost in time even when I … Read More
One Year After the Boston Marathon Bombing – An Exhibit at the Boston Public Library
It is nearly a year since the tragic bombings at the Boston Marathon. With the anniversary and Patriots’ Day upon us, there is a new exhibit entitled “Dear Boston: Messages from the Marathon Memorial,” on display at the Boston Public Library from April 7th through May 11th. I will not be in Boston for the marathon, but … Read More
Gilt Deal – CrossFit Classes from EVF Performance
I have been wanting to try CrossFit for the longest time, but haven’t gotten around to it. I run and I belong to a gym, but I have been so busy… and have gotten a little lazy about it all. (Yes, it is possible to be lazy and busy at the same time!). A … Read More
Pyongyang Marathon – North Korea Will Allow International Runners
A limited number of tourist athletes from around the world, including the United States, will this year be allowed to participate in the Pyongyang Marathon in North Korea on April 13, 2014. This was announced earlier this month. According to Wikipedia: Pyongyang (평양, Korean pronunciation: [pʰjɔŋjaŋ], literally: Flat Land or Peaceful Land is the capital of North Korea and the largest city in … Read More
Cuckoo for Jogging Maps – San Diego, California
On our continuing jog around the world, here are jogging maps from two hotels in San Diego, California. There are two main running locations near downtown San Diego. One is the route along the Waterfront of San Diego Bay and the second is by Balboa Park. The first jogging map is from the Hilton San … Read More
The 2014 Louisiana Marathon
In January, I had the pleasure of running the Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge, LA. This is a “must run” marathon, if you like scenic courses and a race and city that go out of their way to make the experience special. Hey, don’t just listen to me, even Runner’s World agrees, naming it one … Read More
Intro – The Choice to Run my 100th Marathon in Baton Rouge, LA
On January 19, 2014, I ran my 100th marathon at the Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Baton Rouge (aka the Red Stick City) is the state capitol of Louisiana, and the second largest city in the state. I love New Orleans (the largest city in the state), but Baton Rouge has its own unique … Read More
Hurts so Good – Groupon – Grid Mini Foam Roller – $16.99
Groupon Goods currently has the Grid Mini Foam Roller on sale. Its $16.99 (plus s&h) – which is a good price (retail is $24.99). I have the full sized Grid. It’s a great foam roller product which provides amazing killer targeted massage. The Grid Mini is perfect for travel! I ordered it in pink so … Read More
Cuckoo For Jogging and Cycling Maps – Sheraton Guilin Hotel (China)
Thanks once again to Pat, this Jogging Map is from the Sheraton Guilan Hotel in the Guangxi province of the People’s Republic of China. I have visited both mainland China and Taiwan, but have never been to Guilan. According to the hotel website: “Visit the Sheraton Guilin Hotel, ideally located along the Li River in … Read More
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A New York frequent flyer who elegantly combines her passions for worldwide travel, running a gazillion marathons all over the globe and staying fit ... without sacrificing her fancy for good wine and food.