Rookie Kiersten – Companions and Compression
Warmly embracing my identity as a true Marathon Rookie has really created space for new ideas, suggestions, and experiences. Thus far, my willingness to try new things has only gone royally rewarded....
View ArticleThe AlterG Treadmill
The AlterG treadmill As we get closer to the Key Bank Vermont City Marathon and the miles are piling up from week to week the aches and pains are piling up as well. Hopefully most of you are...
View ArticleRookie Kiersten – It’s All “Downhill” From Here
Six weeks ago, a 10-miler was my long Sunday run. Somehow I’ve arrived at my longest training week, distance-wise (I haven’t forgotten the epic dreadmill and track runs I’ve happily left in the past;...
View ArticleBoston Hopeful Lili – Making the Magic Happen
Back on track! Another week has passed and I’m very excited to announce that I’ve been running outside all week! I truly didn’t think this would be possible when I injured myself 4 weeks ago. 4 weeks...
View ArticleMVP Health Care & Epic Wellness – Massage Seminar Expo
Whether you are a runner or a spectator, massage can benefit everyone! At this year’s MVP Sport & Fitness Expo on Friday, May 23rd there will be a massage therapist seminar. A brief presentation...
View ArticleBoston Hopeful Lili – Just a Week Away
Last year after I ran KBVCM I told myself, “that was amazing but I don’t think I’ll ever run another marathon.” Its not that I didn’t enjoy every minute of the marathon, but after feeling the physical...
View ArticleRookie Shane – Unfinished Business
I have officially completed 26.2 miles! I’ll get to race day, but since this is my last rookie blog for RunVermont, I’d first like to reflect on the last six months: 1/1/2014- After losing 180 pounds...
View ArticleA “Thank You” From Boston Hopeful Lili
Pre-Race Its all over–I can’t believe it. My anticipation leading up to the 2014 KBVCM was greater than any previous KBVCM. This year I knew that I was going to be running the marathon since the...
View ArticleNo Training & The Flag on my Back
Four years ago I was an over-confident 16-year-old and I thought that if my dad could run a marathon I could too. I registered to run the KeyBank Vermont City Marathon and promptly neglected my...
View ArticleHigh-Fives & Hand-Holding – Rookie Kiersten
The day after I ran VCM, I was Facebook chatting with a friend and he asked me, “So, what is the next challenge for you?” To which I responded, “Getting my bike up my stairs without screaming.” Going...
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