Running Buffalo Bayou
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Running Buffalo Bayou

I have an upcoming race this weekend (12K of Christmas Houston —see what they did there?) and decided that I should probably research a bit of race theory or whatever in order to better prep myself for this daunting run. For those of you who don’t like math 12K translates to 7.45 miles—which is the … Continue reading

Chronicles of a Swimmer who Dabbles in Running: Week 3
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Chronicles of a Swimmer who Dabbles in Running: Week 3

I had the great fortune to be able to visit Ireland this past week. A rainy, green island full of abandoned medieval castles and sheep-filled hills, Ireland gave us Guinness, the Blarney Stone and U2. My brother spent the past semester “studying” abroad at University College Dublin. I thought I’d bring him some American cheer … Continue reading