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Pinehurst Trip– Marathon Worries
My husband is on a board for everything. He’s on the Mission Hospital board, ones at the local universities, ones for the professional organizations he’s involved in. I am so proud of his involvement in the community. One of the boards he serves on is on a state level and meets twice a year at [...]
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An Update on Bea
Just over a month ago, I told you about how my Grandmother, Bea, had a heart attack, was in ICU at the hospital, and needed heart surgery to repair a leaking heart. http://runninginaskirt.com/thing-dont-always-go-as-planned/ So many of you reached out, letting me know that you were praying for her and my family during such a difficult [...]
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A Time for Miracles
Sometimes, while life keeps moving you on that never stopping conveyer belt, you get to take a break from the day to day routine and witness something amazing. Saturday was one of those days. What a beautiful Fall day! I spent a perfect afternoon at a farm to support a dear friend who has been [...]
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Marathon Monday! Advice and Tips from Marathoners- Part 3
It’s under two weeks until the Chicago Marathon and I’m resting. Turns out my sore hips were actually a strained gluteal muscle. Yes, a strained butt. The doctor said it’s a minor problem and I’ll be fine for the race. I just need to make sure I don’t make it worse and give it some [...]
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Goodbye Summer–Summertime Running Playlist
Fall officially starts tomorrow, which feels a little bittersweet to me. I find something magical about spring and summer. I adore the first daffodils blooming in April and the rebirth feeling of Easter. I always feel the rush of the season when festivals and tailgate markets start and when people seem to come out of [...]
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20 Mile Run – Chicago Marathon Here I Come!
When I signed up for the marathon and wrote down my training plan, I put three stars next to the big 20 mile training run. It’s like the run was a big neon sign blinking in the country that was just impossible to ignore. I was looking forward to it, because it’s farther than I’d [...]
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Marathon Monday! Advice and Stories from Marathoners – Part 2
Marathon madness is in full swing at our house! I spent most of the weekend preparing for and running the BIG 20 mile run that was on the schedule. Here is a hint on how it went… I’ll have a full write up on the 20 mile run later this week, but today we have [...]
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So You Want to Run?
The best thing about running, is that in it’s purest state, it’s something uncomplicated that most people can do. You don’t need fancy equipment or a gym membership, just a pair of running shoes and a road or trail. Somehow I ended up with many running shoes… Yes, I know I have a shoe [...]
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I Run For Waffles–Easy Banana Macadamia Nut Waffle Recipe
I run for many good reasons, and some silly reasons too…. These taste like Hawaii. yum. …like Waffles. Specifically Banana Macadamia Nut Waffles. On my way home from a long run I eat a protein shake and a protein bar. For my pescetarian self, I find this is the easiest and quickest way to get [...]
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Marathon Monday! Advice and Stories From Marathoners- Part 1
The Chicago Marathon is less than a month away! I ran 13 miles this past weekend and have 20 to run this weekend. With all this training, I literally have marathon on the brain. At this point, I’m not eating– I’m “fueling.” I’m not drinking water– I’m “hydrating.” And I don’t consider sitting down being [...]
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Hi! My name is Julie Wunder. Welcome to my blog. I may not be the fastest runner, but I always try to run with a smile and sometimes in a skirt.
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