April 13, 2011
by Sean Brown
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It’s almost time to taper. As of Sunday, April 10th, I finished my last truly long run of this marathon training cycle. When I was training for the Chicago Marathon (my first) last fall, I only had two 20 mile … Continue reading
December 29, 2010
by Sean Brown
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The year in review. Writing a running blog and having just a few days left in 2010, I’m pretty sure I’m required to write a year-end recap. I’d like to keep my membership standing in the Writers Writing For An … Continue reading
October 9, 2010
by Sean Brown
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Twelve Eleven Ten Nine Eight Seven Six Five Four Three Two One day to go until the Chicago Marathon, and for this, I break out into song. (please sing to the tune of The Twelve Days of Christmas) The Chicago … Continue reading
September 19, 2010
by Sean Brown
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Today I finished the second and final 20 mile run in my training plan for the Chicago Marathon. From now until the race, I’ll be tapering. There is one 12 mile run left for next Sunday, but that no longer … Continue reading
September 11, 2010
by Sean Brown
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I decided to try a new look for my blog. Feel free to comment and let me know if you like the change. This has been a step down week of running, which means shorter mileage for both the weekly … Continue reading
April 23, 2010
by Sean Brown
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Not really. In fact, I don’t have an Uncle Jamie. That’s a funny line from an 8-year old in the movie Love, Actually. What I do hate is the taper. I am absolutely going stir crazy. I know it’s going … Continue reading
April 18, 2010
by Sean Brown
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Yesterday was my last long-ish run before the Flying Pig Half Marathon on May 2. Having never tapered before, I’m not sure what to expect, but I have to admit I’m a little nervous. Many of the runners I know … Continue reading