Stories from Marci Runs the Marathon
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One Year Ago
Marci Runs the Marathon &bull Jan 24, 2012
No apologies for no blogging. Yes, I missed finishing my triathlon report. Yes, I didn't give you a marathon report (4:22 and change, for those who wonder). I will try to get to some of that if I can. But… Full Story »
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Topics:
- Triathlon
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Today I Am A Triathlete
Marci Runs the Marathon &bull Aug 7, 2011
Suffice it to say that I am alive, despite swallowing half the Hudson --we'll see what results from that, as I have already developed a cough -- and nearly wiping out on the bike during the downpours. I am emotionally… Full Story »
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Topics:
- Finish Line
- Triathlon
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Counting the Hours...
Marci Runs the Marathon &bull Aug 6, 2011
By this time tomorrow, I will probably be on the run part of the triathlon. The predicted thunderstorms are freaking me out more than the actual event. I don't care about rain -- heck, I've run miles and miles in… Full Story »
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Seven Days and Counting...
Marci Runs the Marathon &bull Jul 31, 2011
I have really been pushing hard these past couple of weeks, which is my poor excuse for not blogging about my training. My schedule for the past couple of weeks has been slight variations on this: Monday -- bike or swim Tuesday -- run Wednesday -- swim or bike Thursday -- run Friday -- off Saturday -- long run Sunday -- long bike + swim And best of all, I have REACHED MY FUNDRAISING GOAL FOR THE TRIATHLON, with a grand total of $5023 Of course, I am still looking for donations for the marathon, so if you want to… Full Story »
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We're Having a Party, and Race Report: Boomer's Cystic Fibrosis Run to Breathe 10K
Marci Runs the Marathon &bull Jul 10, 2011
I'm having a fundraiser for Fred's Team, so all NYers are welcome to come on down! And if you're not a NYer, come on down anyway! Fast Feet and Fast Fingers -- a Double Benefit for Fred's Team and NYSCRA July 20, 2011 5:30pm-8:30pmWard III, 111 Reade Street Here's the invite: Drink. eat, and do good at the same time! Meet, mingle and have a delicious bespoke cocktail or three prepared by the amazing Michael Neff and the Ward III bartenders. Happy hour prices will be extended for the duration of the event. We get a percentage of the bar,… Full Story »
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What's the Difference Between Eating 63 Hot Dogs and Running a Marathon?
Marci Runs the Marathon &bull Jul 5, 2011
Not much. Baffling as to why one would want to do either, but running a marathon is only slightly less disgusting. Good Lord, girl, where have you been? Training, training, training! Didn't I tell you, there's a triathlon and a marathon to get ready for!! I'm sure I've said this before, but blogging is sometimes like going to the dentist -- you know you have to do it, but you put it off and put it off, and then there's jsut too much work to do when you finally go. I'm sure I've also said this, but I will try… Full Story »
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My E-Mail to Family, Friends -- and You
Marci Runs the Marathon &bull May 14, 2011
I have much to say, and much will have to wait until the next post. I would have posted this yesterday, but I was too focused on sending out the following email to everyone I know, a few people I… Full Story »
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My First Guest Blogging Gig!
Marci Runs the Marathon &bull Apr 29, 2011
I guest blogged this week on the Ace Health Diet, Nutrition and Wellness Journal. It's an article about gels and sports drinks. It's short -- 300ish words, so it won't kill you to take a look at it. What are… Full Story »
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An Inspiration as a Runner, and as a Woman
Marci Runs the Marathon &bull Apr 19, 2011
Grete Waitz passed away after a six-year battle with cancer at the age of 57 today. She was a nine-time winner of the NYC Marathon, and an FOF (Friend of Fred). This is a picture of us after the 2007… Full Story »
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Topics:
- Grete Waitz
- Triathlon
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Run for the Parks Four-Miler, Why Bikes Don't "Fit," and The Perils of Early Hydration
Marci Runs the Marathon &bull Apr 17, 2011
Hello, devoted readers! Good to be back! I've been working hard, but not blogging much (as you can tell). I will try to be better. Triathlon training is going well. It's still a little early to push, but I'm trying not to slack. Liam deserves no less than my best. And you all agree, as so far, thanks to you, I have raised$2275 for the Aubrey Fund for Pediatric Cancer Research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center on behalf of Prince Liam the Brave. If you, dear reader, want to support my first triathlon effort, honor the amazing Prince Liam, who… Full Story »
