Battling my body and ego during the Corporate Challenge Half Marathon.
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Race recap and results from the Running with the Cows Half Marathon (Kristopher's first half!).
Read MoreMy philosophy on running and food, and a review of Phenoh — an alkaline-balancing recovery drink!
Read MoreOn Saturday night, some friends and I ran the Rock the Crossroads 5K. Because running 3.1 miles in 95-degree Kansas City weather sounds like a blast, right?
Read MoreIf you read my story, you know I have a history with hating myself. I certainly don't hate myself now, but allowing myself to feel proud is still a challenge. The reason is two-fold:
1. Pride feels selfish. It requires filling up your self-love tank. It requires a certain amount of ego. It requires you to put yourself in the spotlight — even if it's only your mind's internal spotlight. You first. You.
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In 2004, I struggled through my first 5K.
In 2005, I ran my first 10K.
In 2008, I finished my first half-marathon.
In 2012, I hurt my hip.
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This Saturday, I'm running in Kansas City's Corporate Challenge Half Marathon.
I really enjoyed the training process, so much more than when I used to run on the reg. And I think the reason is that my motivations were different this time around.
This time, I went into training without expectations.
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