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Training Supplement – July 15, 2018

At the bottom of my clothing hoard, I discovered a top that I bought three years ago.  Two months after they malfunctioned, I received a replacement pair of Jaybird X3s.  I also started a subscription to RunnerBox!  And, I traveled

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Training Supplement – June 15, 2018

Buying some light-weight tops before my next training cycle was a priority.  The wireless headphones I bought back in March died, so I bought another brand.  In my mind, healthy people eat oatmeal for breakfast, so that’s just what I

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Training Supplement – June 1, 2018

With summer heat looming, I bought some light-weight running clothes.  I ran speed workouts on the Four Mile Run Trail and proclaimed it “my track”.  After most of my hard days, I refueled with recovery drinks.  And, I finally watched

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Training Supplement – May 6, 2018

A long delayed recap of the 2018 Boston Marathon  – including my clothing, gear, and fueling.  For the second time in recent years, a San Diegan – Desiree Linden – won the (women’s) race! Trying to post this “supplement” every

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Training Supplement – April 8, 2018

We finally had accumulating snow here in the Washington, D.C. area!  I was disappointed that the Custis and W&OD trails weren’t treated but a podcast put the conditions in perspective.  And, the Four Mile Run Trail narrowed where it goes

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Training Supplement – March 18, 2018

Even though winter is almost over, I bought a long-sleeve shirt this month.  Out on the trails, I grew suspicious of construction activity around the Mount Vernon Trail at Daingerfield Island.  I also enjoyed listening to a rant about uneven

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Training Supplement – March 4, 2018

  I finally purchased a pair of wireless headphones!  I looked at two different models and settled on the Jaybird X3s.  With my ongoing bathroom remodel, body wipes came to my rescue after a few of my runs.  I also

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Training Supplement - 02182018

Training Supplement – February 18, 2018

In my last supplement, I focused on gear I used for the 2018 San Diego 50 Miler but I’ve tried some other items since December.  I tried to stay motivated these past few weeks even though my living conditions haven’t

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Training Supplement – February 4, 2018

Between my year end review, the San Diego 50 Miler, getting ready to start training for the 2018 Boston Marathon, and having my bathroom remodeled; I haven’t had a chance to post about anything other than training until now!  I

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