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Lemons

Posted on February 20, 2013 by camckenna

This “month of love” has been difficult.  Sour times in the rowing world.  Impending regattas, slating, trailer woes, personality woes, just lip-curling sour, sour, sour! It’s hard to ignore the disgruntled feeling in the boat.  You’re all squished together and … Continue reading →

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How I dropped 10+ pounds

Posted on January 8, 2013 by camckenna

About this time last year, I went to Las Vegas and needed to buy a new pair of jeans.   I bought a sexy little pair of dark navy jeans that showed off my curves.  Alan liked. In July we … Continue reading →

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2R-EW

Posted on November 28, 2012 by camckenna

The next phase of training officially began for me this week, with Turkey Day well-digested.   I’m excited about where I will be physically in February.  In true educator form, I have created an acronym for this phase:  2R-EW. Run, … Continue reading →

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Ran my first 5k

Posted on August 30, 2012 by camckenna

Tonight, after a few days dropped from Tropical Storm Isaac, I ran my first official 5k.  No stops!    Time: 32:30.    After yesterday’s mockery of a run, tonight my legs felt in good form and my breathing pretty steady. … Continue reading →

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Nearing a goal

Posted on August 22, 2012 by camckenna

Yesterday morning I ran 3 miles without stopping.   A snail crossing molasses could run faster than me, but I kept on it.  5k here I come! It’s been tough to log water time lately.   We’ve had thunderstorms in … Continue reading →

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Running Triumph

Posted on August 2, 2012 by camckenna

When Marlene Royle first suggested running as a substitute for on water training, trepidation sunk into the pit of my stomach.   I think I may have sat there with my mouth gaping open like a stunned fish. The Atlanta … Continue reading →

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