November 2013 – the fearless runner

5 Ways to Recover After a Marathon

November 5, 2013November 6, 2013 AnnaUncategorized

Resting is just as important as training when it comes to improving your performance. It’s essential that you take a well-deserved break after such an intense workout, so you body can recuperate and avoid burnout. So… how exactly do you recover after a marathon (or any long run)? Cool down after your race. You’re exhausted, excited, and patting yourself on the back, but now’s not the time to just plop on […]

Race Recap: 1st Place, Baby!!!

November 4, 2013 AnnaRace Recap

Yesterday, I won my first marathon event! I came in 1st for women and 15th overall at the US Half Marathon in San Francisco. The weather was perfect (slightly chilly, light wind), and we had an extra hour of sleep, thanks to the end of Daylight Savings. Charles picked me up at 5:30 am, and off to the course we went! My previous PR was a 1:27:44 at the Bay Breeze […]