One of the things that is always top of mind after the Boston Marathon bombing, is safety and security while running a large race. A few days ago, it was announced that there will be a special force of “running police” running the course of the Tokyo Marathon. They will be a relay team of … Continue reading
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Take Me Away Thursdays
I so wish I were here right now… And eat this while I daydream: Continue reading
Run to Win with Meb
The day after the NYC Marathon, I got the opportunity to hear Meb Keflezighi, the winner of the 2014 Boston Marathon, speak at a UCAN event (still haven’t tried it, but will when I start my next marathon training cycle in June). It was the icing on a very cold cake that was the TCS … Continue reading
Where I went in 2014
Wow, where did 2014 go? I started the year like most people did, with plans, goals, wishes, dreams and renewed sense of hope and determination. My goal every year is to see at least one new place. 2014 was spectacular for that! I started in SE Asia and ended somewhere in Canada. In between, I … Continue reading
Running in Singapore
So much to share! But first I’ll start with running in Singapore. First thing to know, running in Singapore should generally start before the sun fully rises. It is definitely a running city. I started by asking my hotel concierge for a suggested running route and they had a handy map with different routes on … Continue reading
Some Sights from Bangkok, Thailand
I can’t wait to return to Thailand. It is one of a kind! I had 3 hours before I had to leave for the airport, so I dashed out of my hotel, jumped on the metro and I was on my way to the Palace and everything else I could soak in, in the time … Continue reading
It’s been a long time, since I left you
Hey there, I know it has been a while since I last shared my travels and running with you. I’ve been training for the Nike DC Half and also trying to meet my goal of running a half marathon a month. So far, so OK, since it is only month 3 and I’ve managed to … Continue reading
Waiting at the cold start
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Chasing Paula Radcliffe at the 2013 NYC Marathon
I can point to the exact moment when I decided to run the NYC marathon. It was 2009 when Paula Radcliffe ran passed me near mile 8 of the NYC Marathon route. I came out early to watch the elites run, while gearing up to cheer a friend on, as she also ran the marathon … Continue reading
Philadelphia Marathon 2013
Sharing some pics from the Philly Marathon. I spent the day there, cheering on some of my training mates. Continue reading