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Thankful for Running: 10 day photo challenge

November 25, 2019 by MCM Mama 5 Comments

Thankful for Running: 10 day photo challenge

Last month I participated in the "10 day running challenge" on Facebook where you posted pictures of running that meant a lot to you, but did not post any context. While I had fun with the challenge (and it's one of the few FB challenges I've ever done), I felt like the pictures would mean so much more with explanation. Since I'm struggling with finding both my running mojo and my blogging mojo, I decided to share the 10 photos and what they meant to me here. Day 1 Eleven years ago I ran my first Marine Corps Marathon. It was the reason I started my blog (my husband got tired of hearing about my training and chose my blog name for me) and a huge turning point in my life as a runner. That first race is still my MCM PR. Day … [Read more...]

Filed Under: running Tagged With: pictures, racing

This is 48: wrapping up a year

August 27, 2018 by MCM Mama 10 Comments

This is 48: wrapping up a year

This past weekend, I turned 48. As I get closer and closer to a new big round number, I keep thinking I'll start freaking out about getting old. But I feel better at 48 than I did at 47 (well, except for that pesky ankle/heel issue.) Last year at this time, I was deep in Marine Corps Marathon training with the Hansons plan. I was also recovering from what had been a month long virus - it started with several days of violent stomach upset that led to weeks of reduced appetite and lack of energy. While I would not recommend that weight loss method (I dropped 7 pounds in 7 days and it stayed off), it was the first time in years that I was not packing on extra marathon pounds. It was also the first time in years that my weight had not … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Ramblings Tagged With: goals, racing, Tuesdays on the Run, year in review, Zooma

Ten things learned in ten years of racing

March 17, 2017 by MCM Mama 21 Comments

Ten things learned in ten years of racing

Ten years ago, on March 18, I stepped up to the start line of a race for the first time ever. Running a race had never even crossed my mind, even though I'd been running regularly since Jones was born (about 5 years). But one of my friends convinced me to do it and promised to help me with everything. Little did she know she was creating a monster. A monster who has now run 6 marathons, 62 half marathons, and countless races of other lengths. A monster who recently couldn't resist grabbing a last minute bib to the 17.75 to get the opportunity to earn the Golden Ticket for MCM again. Over the years, I've learned a few things about myself and about racing. Here are my top 10 lessons learned... Zippers are a girl's best friend. I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: running Tagged With: Friday Five, racing

Tips for handling race anxiety

August 21, 2014 by MCM Mama 10 Comments

Tips for handling race anxiety

My most recent half marathon did not go as I planned.  While I think there were some external factors that played a role (humidity, hills, too much time off from training), I'm beginning to realize that some of the problem was anxiety. Despite running  2 marathons, 36 half marathons, a handful of 10 milers, and a random assortment of other race distances in the last 7 years, I still don't sleep the night before a race.  It doesn't matter whether it's a marathon or a 5K, I'll be tossing and turning all night. Add in any sort of goal related to the race and I walk around with my stomach clenched for 24 hours or more before the race. Race anxiety. It's real. I've had to learn how to deal with anxiety before a race. And I'm convinced … [Read more...]

Filed Under: running Tagged With: anxiety, racing, sleep, stress, tips

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Who is MCM Mama?
A slightly obnoxious mom and wife who loves good beer and running, who struggles a bit with depression especially in the winter and when running isn’t allowed, who’d rather go on a fun vacation than upgrade the kitchen or add a master bath, and has a minor addiction to the Marine Corps Marathon.

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Half Marathon #85: Appalachian Series – South Carolina

Half Marathon #85: Appalachian Series – South Carolina

Mainly Marathons Appalachian Series – South CarolinaMarch 27, 20222:47:45 What I wore: hat, tank top, long sleeve quarter zip, capris, and Altra Rivera Location: Seneca, SC (State #41!) Let’s just start out with the truth – this race was the hardest of the races and pretty much sucked. I chose to do the early start […]

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