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Run2016-09-13T13:13:58+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2016/09/11/1450-and-1550-kentucky-and-west-virginia-hatfield-mccoy-double-half-marathon/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/hm11.jpghm11https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/hm10.jpghm10https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/hm12.jpghm12https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/hm9.jpghm9https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/hm8.jpghm8https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/hm7.jpghm7https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/hm5.jpghm5https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/ht2.jpght2https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/ht3.jpght3https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/hm1.jpghm12016-11-07T03:43:12+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2016/08/28/recipe-bulgur-spinach-salad-with-roasted-summer-squash-and-peppers/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/bulgar-spinach-salad10.jpgbulgar-spinach 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Then eat!https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/bulgar-spinach-salad-41.jpgbulgar-spinach salad 41Pull roasted squash and pepper out of the ovenhttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/bulgar-spinach-salad6.jpgbulgar-spinach salad6Prep spinachhttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/bulgar-spinach-salad5.jpgbulgar-spinach salad5Chop tomoatoeshttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/bulgar-spinach-salad-3.jpgbulgar-spinach salad 3Cook bulgurhttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/bulgar-spinach-salad-2.jpgbulgar-spinach salad 2Chop squash and peppers. Roast with garlic. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/bulgur-spinach-salad-1.jpgbulgur-spinach salad 1https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/bulgar-spinach-salad8.jpgbulgar-spinach salad82016-09-10T00:28:40+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/food/2016-09-10T00:22:20+00:00weekly0.6https://runningthestates.com/2016/04/10/hatfield-mccoy-double-half-marathon-training-weeks-6-7-8-9-working-the-core-phoenix-pride-run-catch-up-with-dc-happy-feet/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/food-3.jpgfood 3Compass Rose's version of the Indian dish Pakora (spicy vegetable fritter)https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/food-2.jpgfood 2Compass Rose's version of the Georgian dish khachapuri (cheese-filled bread with egg and butter).https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/food-1.jpgfood 1Kebabs at Compass Rosehttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/phoenix-2.jpgPhoenix 2Congratulations, Harmony and Joe <3https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/phoenix-1.jpgPhoenix 1Reuniting with old middle school buddies. :)https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/phoenix-3.jpgPhoenix 32016-11-07T03:44:34+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2016/06/19/completed-hatfield-mccoy-i-cant-believe-its-june/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/hc-cover.jpghc-coverhttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/maketto5.jpgmaketto5And dessert! 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to me, you will forever be this little cutie with the messy hair, rocking the off-the-shoulder shirt. love you so much! (photo circa 1990! #90sfashion)https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/sister1990.jpgSister1990happy birthday to my favorite! to me, you will forever be this little cutie with the messy hair, rocking the off-the-shoulder shirt. love you so much! (photo circa 1990! #90sfashion)2016-02-17T01:08:02+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2016/02/09/run-the-year-2016-and-hip-hop-dance-classes/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/run-quote4.pngrun-quote4https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/run-quote3.pngrun-quote3https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/run-quote21.pngrun-quote2https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/run-quote2.pngrun-quote2https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/run-quote.pngrun-quotePhoto: Competitor.com2016-02-13T00:54:55+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2016/01/23/walking-through-winter-storm-jonas/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/jonas-1.jpgjonas 1https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/jonas-7.jpgjonas 7This storm is crazy. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/jonas-6.jpgjonas 6One of my favorite photos from this morning. Just the snow plowers and me. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/jonas-4.jpgjonas 4Trees along the trail. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/jonas-2.jpgjonas 2This is the trail I normally run on. The snow came up to my knees. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/jonas-3.jpgjonas 3The streets were looking pretty decent this morning in Bethesda, Md. 2016-01-26T00:34:38+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2016/01/22/2016-half-marathon-race-schedule/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/shoe.pngshoeFirst outdoor run in 2016.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/jonas-beer.jpgjonas beer2016-01-26T00:40:57+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/12/25/1250-delaware-rehoboth-beach-half-marathon/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/rh-13.jpgRH-13One of the best post-race parties I've been to. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/rh-12.jpgRH-12Beer at the post-race party. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/rh-11.jpgRH-11Finish line!https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/rh-9.jpgRH-9Finished! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/rh-6.jpgRH-6Waiting for the race to start.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/rh-5.jpgRH-5Runners hanging around near the start. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/rh-7.jpgRH-7Beautiful morninghttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/rh-4.jpgRH-4The duck poutine at Dogfish Head is delicious. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/rh-3.jpgRH-3https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/rh-2.jpgRH-2The beach was a super short walk from the hotel. 2015-12-30T01:43:26+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/12/02/1150-nevada-rock-n-roll-las-vegas-half-marathon-strip-at-night/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/featured.jpgfeaturedhttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/vegas-1.jpgvegas 1https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/vegas-20.jpgvegas 20Hash House a Go Go's sage fried chicken bendict = food coma.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/medals.jpgmedalsMy bling from the weekend! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/vegas-19.jpgvegas 19Almost there... https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/vegas-18.jpgvegas 18After the finish line! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/vegas-17.jpgvegas 17Waiting at the start line...https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/vegas-16.jpgvegas 16Heading to the start line...https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/vegas-15.jpgvegas 15Pre-race party/concert with Kid Rock (stage is way in the back).https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/vegas-14.jpgvegas 14Looking over 702!2015-12-13T18:26:33+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/11/08/photos-across-the-bay-10k/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/bridge-ryan2.jpgbridge-ryan2My co-worker, Ryan, ran, too. He got this awesome photo with a chicken... that I guess was running also?https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/bridge-run-ryan.jpgbridge run-ryanMy co-worker, Ryan, ran, too. He got an awesome pictyrnehttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/bridge-race16.jpgbridge race16The puzzle piece medal! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/brdige-race14.jpgbrdige race14https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/brdige-race13.jpgbrdige race13https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/brdige-race12.jpgbrdige race12https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/bridge-race15.jpgbridge race15Finished! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/bridge-race11.jpgbridge race11https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/bridge-race10.jpgbridge race10And we're off. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/bridge-race9.jpgbridge race9About the start! 2015-11-21T14:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/11/09/upcoming-races-strip-at-night-rehoboth-beach-half-marathon/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/upcoming.jpgLas Vegas and Rehoboth Beach2015-11-10T21:49:17+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/10/30/race-recap-40th-marine-corps-marathon/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/mcm15-13.jpgmcm15 - 13Marine Corps Marathon 2015https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/last.jpglastAbout to start! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/mcm15-11.jpgmcm15 - 11Just beyond the finish line: The Marine Corps War Memorial.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/mcm15-12.jpgmcm15 - 12Mission accomplished. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/mcm15-10.jpgmcm15 - 10I love this photo. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/mcm15-9.jpgmcm15 - 9Getting my medal.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/mcm15-7.jpgmcm15 - 7I see the start... https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/mcm15-4.jpgmcm15 - 4Waiting to get through security. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/mcm15-6.jpgmcm15 - 6Still walking... look up! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/mcm15-5.jpgmcm15 - 5Walking to the start. 2015-11-07T19:21:20+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/10/22/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-17-awesome-colleagues-recipe-for-crispy-sweet-potato-roast/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/wk17-6.jpgwk17 - 6https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/wk17-1.jpgwk17 - 1How cute is this card?https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/wk17-5.jpgwk17 - 5Crispy sweet potato roasthttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/wk17-4.jpgwk17 - 4Awesome messages.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/wk17-3.jpgwk17 - 3Big thank you to OPA! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/wk17-2.jpgwk17 - 2Good luck cake from the colleagues! 2015-10-22T20:02:31+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/10/14/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-16-reevaluating-marathon-goals-across-the-bay-10k/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/wk16-1.jpgwk16 - 1MCM bib assignment is ready! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/wk16-2.jpgwk16 - 2My family is everything. 2015-10-19T12:18:38+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/10/06/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-15-thoughts-on-training/2015-10-14T12:34:33+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/09/28/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-14-running-through-sickness-and-catching-up-with-friends/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk14-9.jpgwk14 - 9Mmm... nothing like honey mustard after 4 long miles on the C&O Canal trail.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk14-7.jpgwk14 - 7She's waiting for something... https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk14-6.jpgwk14 - 6Little guy is exploring — taking the path less traveled. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk14-3.jpgwk14 - 3Little Zoe hydrating on the towpath. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk14-2.jpgwk14 - 2Eggs in a Basket from The Fainting Goat. Mmm. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk14-1.jpgwk14 - 1Beltway Series at Nationals Park — beautiful night for a baseball game.2015-09-28T23:37:57+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/09/23/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-13-arrival-of-new-runner-rock-n-rolls-rock-trio-medal/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk13-3.jpgwk13 - 3Beer flights at Barrel and Bushel. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk13-4.jpgwk13 - 4Fried chicken on top of French toast! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk-6.jpgwk - 6So pretty.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk13-6.jpgwk13 - 67 a.m. viewhttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk13-5.jpgwk13 - 5One of my favorite parts of the C&O Canal towpath.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk13-2.jpgwk13 - 2Rock n Roll's Rock Trio medal. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk13-1.jpgwk13 - 1Rock n Roll's Double Beat medal.2015-09-25T13:26:41+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/09/14/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-12-survived-the-20-miler-thoughts-on-peter-chang/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/just-go.jpgjust gohttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/cabinjohnrp-01.jpgcabinjohnrp-01Photo credit: Montgomery County Department of Parkshttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk12-5.jpgwk12 - 5IK's combination dish. This was ok. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk12-4.jpgwk12 - 4Bang bang shrimp (front) and tofu (back). https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk12-3.jpgwk12 - 3Some of kind of pork appetizer. It was eh. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk12-2.jpgwk12 - 2IK posing with Peter Chang's scallion pancakes.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk12-1.jpgwk12 - 1I got my sushi after the 20-miler. Definitely needed more food after this.2015-09-21T12:11:32+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/09/08/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-11-soulcycle-labor-day-weekend-at-the-beach/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/soul-cycle-studio.jpgsoul-cycle-studioImage credit: SoulCyclehttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk11-2.jpgWK11 - 2Burger with fried oysters on top.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk11-1.jpgWK11 - 1Oysters at Oyster House in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.2015-09-14T12:44:49+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/09/01/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-10-busy-work-week-no-bake-peanut-butter-balls/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk10-4.jpgwk10-4No-bake peanut butter balls = great post-run snack.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk11-5.jpgwk11-5No-bake PB balls: roll into balls. Then eat. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk10-3.jpgwk10-3No-bake PB balls: mix, mix, mix. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk10-2.jpgwk10-2No-bake PB balls: add peanut butter.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk10-1.jpgwk10-1No-bake PB balls: mix ingredients.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/wk10-6.jpgwk10-6Congratulations to my colleague, Kevin, and his wife Richelle. Maybe Baby Callahan will follow in his/her dad's footsteps and run in all 50 states, too. 2015-09-05T01:24:05+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/08/24/marine-corps-marathon-week-9-buredo-pool-parties-and-dumb-bells/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk9-2.pngwk9 - 2Sister's Instagram shot of her Saturday afternoon. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk9-1.jpgwk9 -1The "Sofie" from Buredo. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/fit-weights-heavy.jpgfit-weights-heavy2015-08-28T15:13:39+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/blog/2015-08-18T14:42:41+00:00weekly0.6https://runningthestates.com/2015/08/17/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-8-celebrating-10-eggs-baked-in-tomatoes/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk8-7.jpgwk8 - 7I broke the tomato. Still tasty.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk8-6.jpgwk8 - 6Eggs baked in tomatoes.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk8-5.jpgwk8 - 5Sweet ending at Bistro Du Soleil. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk8-4.jpgwk8 - 4Part of our spread at Bistro Du Soleil in Alexandria. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk8-3.jpgwk8 - 3Next up: intern #2. This game was intense. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk8-2.jpgwk8 - 2Intern #1 going for it at the giant Jenga. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk8-1.jpgwk8 - 1Celebrating #10 with vanilla cake. #awesomecolleagues2015-08-28T15:12:02+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/08/10/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-8-tips-from-run-chat/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/runchat5.pngrunchat5Q5: If you're preparing for a longer run, how do you set yourself up for success? https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/runchat3.pngrunchat3Q3: When you're feeling sluggish on a run, what have you found helps get you through it? Any good one-liners you tell yourself? https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/runchat2.pngrunchat2Q2: How do you approach travel and training? Share your tips on packing & getting in runs! #RunChathttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/runchat1.pngrunchat1Q1: What do you do if you have a VERY busy week, and it is hard to get in all the training? How do you evolve the approach? https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/funny-fitness-quotes.jpgfunny-fitness-quotes2015-08-28T15:10:50+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/08/03/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-6-65th-birthday-and-peach-tart-recipe/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk6-7.jpgwk6-7My peach tart! A little too sweet. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk6-6.jpgwk6-6Do you see Polaris?? https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk6-5.jpgwk6-5The cake was good. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk6-3.jpgwk6-3Happy birthday, Almera! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk6-2.jpgwk6-2Almera and her family. Her hubs, Reggie, is on her left. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/wk6-1.jpgwk6-1Almera giving her birthday speech. 2015-08-03T23:43:48+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/07/27/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-5-fight-like-a-girl-and-trevor-noah/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk5-12.jpgwk5-12Pisco sour shots at brunch. Totally normal.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk5-11.jpgwk5-11Fried egg on top of red meat. Amazing.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk5-10.jpgwk5-10Blood sausage in polenta. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk5-9.jpgwk5-9A pretty omelet. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk5-8.jpgwk5-8Some sort of potato has at Del Campo.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk5-7.jpgwk5-7Bacon cupcakes at the 100-day party! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk5-6.jpgwk5-6Trevor at Lincoln Theatre. Hard to see him in this picture. These were the only seats I could get.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk5-5.jpgwk5-5Oysters from Peal Dive Oyster Palace. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk5-4.jpgwk5-4Jose designed this. Pretty awesome.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk5-3.jpgwk5-3Colleagues Jose and Jeff showing their support.2015-07-28T16:12:18+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/07/21/1050-illinois-rock-n-roll-chicago-half-marathon/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chi24.jpgChi24Chicago, you are a beautiful city. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chi23.jpgChi23It was good.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chi22.jpgChi22My first Chicago-style pizzahttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chi21.jpgChi21Gino's East was a couple of blocks away from my hotel.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chi20.jpgChi2010/50! Thank you Rock n Roll, for a great race. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chi19.jpgChi19Waiting for my corral to cross the start line. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chi18.jpgChi18Runners at the starthttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chi17.jpgChi17Heading to the starthttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chi16.jpgChi16Rock n Roll Chicago bib and shirthttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/chi13.jpgChi13And another view (wish I could have been on one of those boats)2015-07-23T19:06:23+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/07/20/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-4-woohoo-one-month-down/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/no-motivation.jpgno motivationThis is how I felt during week 4 of training. 2015-07-23T19:04:20+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/07/13/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-3/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk3-2.jpgwk3-2Ok, so fried rice doesn't really photograph well. Also, note: we didn't eat the fruit. Sister added it in the photo to make us look healthier. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/ribs.jpgribsRibs, y'all. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk3-14.jpgwk3-14Le Diplomate's mac and cheese is fantastic. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk3-13.jpgwk3-13Had dinner at Le Diplomate mid-week -- mmm burger...https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk3-12.jpgwk3-12My Bloody Mary came with a shot of beer. First time I've seen this. Cheers! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk3-11.jpgwk3-11Along with some of my cousin-in-law's amazing burger. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk3-10.jpgwk3-10I had a smoked salmon dish for my main course. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk3-9.jpgwk3-9And then some donuts...https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk3-8.jpgwk3-8Sunday brunch at Lyon Hall started with some oysters.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/wk3-7.jpgwk3-7My boss brought in his delicious homemade ribs to celebrate summer.2015-07-20T15:55:48+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/07/12/10-muddy-miles-peas-in-my-guacamole/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/kayak2.jpgMuddy Mileshttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/water4.jpgMuddy Miles 8This view is why the C&O Canal Towpath is one of my favorite place to run.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/water3.jpgMuddy Miles 7Rain stopped. Sun is try to peek out.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/water2.jpgMuddy Runs 6A little gloomy (but still beautiful) at the start of my run.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/water1.jpgMuddy Miles 5Awesome sunshine in the second half of my run.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/kayak4.jpgMuddy MilesHe found his buddies.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/kayak3.jpgMuddy RunsI think he's heading to a race.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/kayak1.jpgMuddy Runs 2Kind of wanted to take one out for a ride. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/kayak5.jpgMuddy RunColorful canoes and kayaks.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/peas.jpgGreen Pea GuacamoleGreen Pea Guacamole2015-07-18T07:53:24+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/07/06/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-2/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/mcm2-8.jpgMCM2 - 8Celebrating with ice cream and champaign (do you see the Monument behind us?).https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/mcm2-7.jpgMCM2 - 7There was 1.5 hour wait at Daikaya. The ramen was worth it.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/mcm2-6.jpgMCM2 - 6Jazzing in the rain at the Sculpture Garden (IK's selfie skills need some work). https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/mcm2-5.jpgMCM2 - 5This dish is called dancing yucca -- those little "bonita flakes" actually swayed back and forth in the bowl. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/mcm2-4.jpgMCM2 - 4A Peruvian dish called Ají de Gallina (chicken in a spicy sauce). https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/mcm2-3.jpgMCM2 - 3These fried dumplings that look like mini empanadas were pretty good.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/mcm2-2.jpgMCM2 - 2Awesome bathroom art at China Chilcano in Penn Quarter. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/mcm2-1.jpgMCM2 - 1Fireworks! 2015-07-09T17:43:28+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/06/29/marine-corps-marathon-training-week-1/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/anna4.jpgLake AnnaJust hanging out on the dock. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/anna3.jpgLake AnnaWish we could have been on a boat this weekend. Next time though! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/anna2.jpgLake AnnaLittle sister chillin on the dock at Lake Anna.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/anna1.jpgLake AnnaClouds at Lake Anna2015-07-01T20:11:11+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/06/21/marine-corps-marathon-training-and-goals/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/marathon.jpgMarathonhttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/intermediate-2.pngIntermediate 2Hal Higdon's Marathon Training Schedule - Intermediate 22015-06-22T20:11:43+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/10/13/the-color-run-happiest5k/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/color-run-10.jpgcolor run 10Dance party and lots of giveaways at the end of the run!https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/color-run-9.jpgcolor run 9Check out the color toss -- where everyone tosses up their colored power in the air together.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/color-run-8.jpgcolor run 8This is what runners got at the finish line -- a packet of colored powered.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/color-run-7.jpgcolor run 7A colored dog! So cute! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/color-run-6.jpgcolor run 6We got doused with color at every kilometer. This one was pink. Check out the girl in the tutu.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/color-run-5.jpgcolor run 5Walk or run? We ran! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/color-run-4.jpgcolor run 4At the start of the happiest 5k. Lots of bubbles and upbeat music to pump you up.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/color-run-3.jpgcolor run 3So many runners at the Color Run! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/color-run-2.jpgcolor run 2Bag for the cool swag. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/color-run-1.jpgcolor run 1Cool swag for the Color Run! Love the stick on tattoos.2015-06-19T15:25:10+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/11/16/run-the-marine-corps-marathon-check/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/mcm-18.jpgMarine Corps MarathonI did it. Check out my fancy MCM medal.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/mcm-16-e1424545363574.jpgMarine Corps MarathonMarine Corps War Memorialhttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/mcm-15.jpgMarine Corps MarathonMarine and the medals.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/mcm-14.jpgMarine Corps MarathonAnnnd finished! Runners awarded medals by Marines. The Marine Corps War Memorial in the distance.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/mcm-8.jpgMarine Corps MarathonThe MCM wheelchair and hand cycle participants are on their way.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/mcm-13.jpgMarine Corps MarathonParatroopers landed.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/mcm-12.jpgMarine Corps MarathonParatroopers in the sky. Awesome! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/mcm-9.jpgMarine Corps MarathonMarines lined up near the start.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/mcm-10-e1424546596468.jpgMarine Corps MarathonThe Marine Corps Marathon start line.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/mcm-6.jpgMCM Health and Fitness ExpoMy MCM bib and race day shirt! 2015-06-19T15:24:46+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/01/23/48-hours-in-charleston-sc/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/chs-7.jpgCHS 7Hominy Grill in Charleston, SChttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/chs-1.jpgCharleston 9First evening at the Waterfront Park. So pretty.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/chs-8.jpgCharleston 8The Charleston Nasty Biscuit = a biscuit with fried chicken, cheddar cheese and sausage gravy. Omg.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/chs-2.jpgCharleston 6Pre-race dinner: Southern mule with a shrimp burger and fries.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/chs-6.jpgCharleston 5The fish tacos at Rutledge Cab Co. are delicious.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/chs-9.jpgCharleston 5We went by Rainbow Row on our carriage tour. It's the longest cluster of Georgian row houses in the U.S. Photo credit: Jenhttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/chs-3.jpgCHS 3Charleston's pineapple fountain is a symbol of hospitality. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/chs-5.jpgCharleston 2One of Palmetto Carriage's mules. Isn't he cute?https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/chs-4.jpgCharleston 1Took a carriage ride through downtown and historic Charleston. 2015-06-19T15:24:12+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/06/08/hello-june/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/steps.jpgsteps2015-06-09T16:34:11+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/05/11/950-tennessee-country-music-half-marathon/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cmm18.jpgCMM18Post-race meal: A BBQ brisket sandwich from Jack Daniel's Saloon.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cmm17.jpgCMM17Waterfalls in the atrium at the Oryland Hotel. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cmm16.jpgCMM16The atrium at the Opryland Hotel. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cmm15.jpgCMM15Saw this guy around mile 8. What an inspiration. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cmm14.jpgCMM14Waiting to start. I was in corral 14, so it took a little while. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cmm13.jpgCMM13Runners at the start! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cmm12.jpgCMM12The starting line at the Country Music Marathon and Half Marathon.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cmm11.jpgCMM11Race participants walking to the start line. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cmm10.jpgCMM10Drinking local brews and listening to country covers at Legends. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cmm9.jpgCMM9Legends Corner in Nashville. 2015-05-13T00:27:16+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/04/22/marine-corps-marathon-take-2-3/2015-04-29T12:54:33+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/04/10/weekend-reads-marathons-the-cost-the-win-the-survival-2/2015-04-12T14:06:34+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/04/08/850-pennsylvania-philadelphia-love-run/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/philly-5.jpgPhilly 5All the bacon at Reading Terminal Market. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/philly-8.jpgPhilly 8Philly Love Run = 8/50 https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/philly-7.jpgPhilly 7Runners hanging out after the race.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/philly-3.jpgPhilly 3Reading Terminal Market is a great place for food lovers. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/philly-4.jpgPhilly 4Cool race swag: Baseball tickets to any Phillies home game in April. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/philly-10.jpgPhilly 10Thank you, Philly Love Run. Another one in the books. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/philly-2.jpgPhilly 2Nice shout-out to Love Run participants! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/philly1.jpgPhilly1The expo for the Philly Love Run was at Citizens Bank Park. 2015-04-10T18:35:22+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/03/27/750-connecticut-savin-rock-half-marathon/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/ct16.jpgct16My dinner at Miso: spicy tuna rolls and yellowtail rolls. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/ct14.jpgCT14Line outside of The Pantry in New Haven. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/ct10.jpgCT10Cute the doorways at the Yale residential colleges. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/ct11.jpgCT11Really cute doors at the Yale residential colleges. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/ct12.jpgCT12Touring Yale — beautiful architecture. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/ct9.jpgCT9Finished! Yay.. time to get warm. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/ct8.jpgCT8View of the frozen Long Island Sound for the last few miles of the race. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/ct7.jpgCT7Running toward the 10-miler marker. Slushiness on the ground.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/ct6.jpgCT6Runners at the start. They look cold. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/ct5.jpgCT5View near the start line. 2015-03-31T16:13:30+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/03/16/girls-on-the-run-life-lessons-through-running/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/gotr5.jpgGOTR5The girls give each other "spirt awards" and high fives at the end of the lesson. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/gotr4.jpgGOTR4The girls are on the run! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/gotr3.jpgGOTR3Writing down her lap goal — she wants to complete two laps today! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/gotr2.jpgGOTR2The girls line up for the next activity. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/gotr6.jpgGOTR6The girls circle up and participate in the lesson at Rock Creek Park.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/gotr1.jpgGOTR1High-fives after practice! Go Girls on the Run! 2015-03-17T16:36:22+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/02/26/spring-races-and-first-running-injury/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/running-shoes.jpgspring running shoesMy new spring running shoes. Aren't they cute?2015-03-27T19:25:19+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/12/31/looking-back-at-2014-ready-to-run-2015/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/run-2015.pngrun-20152015-02-25T13:42:07+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/02/10/coworkers-50-states/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/running-cartoon.jpgrunning-cartoonSource: Colin Hayes, Guts without Gloryhttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/runners.jpgRunning2015-02-23T02:47:09+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/05/07/150-maryland-frederick-half-marathon/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/frederick-half-3.jpgFrederick Half Marathon Running BibMy running bib for the Frederick Half had two beer tickets. Sadly, I was too tired and dehydrated to use them.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/frederick-half-1.jpgFrederick Half MarathonPost-race photo at the Frederick Half Marathon in Frederick, Md. It was very sunny.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/frederick-half-2.jpgMaryland - Frederick Half MarathonMaryland done. 49 more states to go. 2015-02-21T20:50:08+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/06/01/250-virginia-alexandria-half-marathon/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/alexandria-half.jpgAlexandria Half MarathonThe Alexandria Running Festival was in honor of our military service members. Thank you to all the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives while serving. 2015-02-21T20:46:49+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/06/17/350-north-carolina-asheville-half-marathon/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/asheville-half-bday2.jpgAsheville Half - BirthdaySaw another birthday girl running on the course! She had a cute shirt on.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/asheville-half-bday.jpgAsheville Half - BirthdaySaw another birthday girl on the course! She had a cute shirt on. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/asheville-half-finish.jpgAsheville Half - FinishThe Asheville Half... done! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/alexandria-half-sign.jpgAlexandria Half- - SignsSaw this sign as I was struggling up my first steep hill. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/asheville-half-music.jpgAsheville Half - MusicA local band posted at mile marker 3 at the Asheville Half Marathon.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/asheville-half.jpgAsheville Half MarathonThe Asheville Half Marathon was a buttkicker. So. Many. Hills. Totally earned the beer at the end.2015-02-21T20:37:41+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/09/07/450-texas-the-hottest-half/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/hot-half-7.jpgHottest Half 4Beer truck next to the starting linehttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/hot-half-5.jpgHottest Half 3My shirt and bib for the Hottest Halfhttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/hot-half-3.jpgHottest Half 2Race organizers setting up before the Hottest Half.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/hot-half-6.jpgCommunity Beer CompanyThe Community Beer Company in Dallas, Texashttps://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/hot-half-8.jpgBistro BMy dish at Bistro B: grilled pork and shrimp with vermicelli. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/hot-half-2.jpgW HotelThe W Hotel Infinity Pool was pretty awesome.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/hot-half-1.jpgThe Hottest HalfRunning the Hottest Half wasn't the coolest idea, but Texas done. And medal doubles as beer opener.2015-02-21T20:35:07+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/01/19/550-south-carolina-charleston-half-marathon/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/charleston-3.jpgCharleston Half MarathonMy bib for the Charleston Half had TWO beer tickets and a shrimp and grits ticket. Exciting!https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/charleston-2.jpgCharleston Half Marathon 2Beautiful view of the Ashley Marina outside of my hotel room in Charleston.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/charleston-1.jpgCharleston Half Marathon 1Shrimp and grits came with my medal at the Charleston Half Marathon2015-02-21T18:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2015/02/02/650-louisiana-rock-n-roll-new-orleans/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nola-19.jpegNew Orleans Rock n Roll 17The barbecue shrimp mufuletta that I inhaled after the race. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nola-17.jpegNew Orleans Rock n Roll 16Race organizers getting ready before the start. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nola-18.jpegNew Orleans Rock n Roll 15The start line at 6:45 a.m. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nola-21.jpegNew Orleans Rock n Roll 14Ready to rock the race! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nola-13.jpegNew Orleans Rock n Roll 13View of New Orleans from my hotel room. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nola-15.jpegNew Orleans Rock n Roll 12These guys played some awesome music on Bourbon Street.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nola-14.jpegNew Orleans Rock n Roll 11Sat at the oyster bar and chatted with this guy as he shucked oysters. https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nola-12.jpegnola 12Oysters at Acme Oyster House. So good.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nola-11.jpegNew Orleans Rock n Roll 9A cajun michelada made with Crescent City Brewhouse's local Red Stallion lager.https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nola-10.jpegnola 10Cafe du Monde's beignets. Look how beautiful they are. 2015-02-21T17:13:16+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/07/22/going-to-texas-to-run-the-hottest-half/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/flag_of_texas.pngFlag_of_TexasGoing to Texas to run half marathon #4! https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/texas-flag.jpgTexas FlagHeading to Texas for Half Marathon #4! 2014-07-31T16:42:14+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/05/18/what-i-learned-from-running-my-first-half-marathon/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/running-quote-2.jpgRunning is PatienceCredit: Runners World2014-05-20T12:25:57+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/03/03/hello-world/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/us-states.jpgUnited States2014-05-06T02:54:45+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/04/28/running-a-pr-at-pikes-peek-10k-in-rockville-md/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/pikespeek10k.jpgPikes Peek 10k#RaceDaySelfie: Right before the Pikes Peek 10k in Rockville, Md.2014-05-06T02:23:27+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/04/22/hiking-marys-rock-in-shenandoah-national-park/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/marys-rock.jpgMary's RockView from the top of Mary's Rock in Shenandoah National Park.2014-04-23T12:36:41+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/04/15/doubling-the-fun-running-doubles/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/burfoot.jpgAmby Burfoot2014-04-16T12:33:14+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/04/10/finding-the-time-to-run/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/run-quote1.jpgImage: rwdaily.runnersworld.com2014-04-11T00:55:49+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/03/31/running-in-the-rain/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/mth-trail-rainy.jpgMatthew Henson TrailCloudy morning run on the Matthew Henson Trail in mid-March.2014-03-31T16:13:47+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/03/17/running-the-capital-crescent-trail/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cct.jpgCapital Crescent TrailEarly morning run on the Capital Crescent Trail in Bethesda, Md.2014-03-31T16:10:55+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/03/03/first-run-sligo-creek-trail/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/mhtrail-snow.jpgMatthew Henson TrailEarly morning walk on the Matthew Henson Trail, just after a snowfall. This photo was taken in January 2014.2014-03-26T20:57:22+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/03/07/first-three-maryland-virginia-north-carolina/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/md-va-nc.pngMD-VA-NC2014-03-26T20:56:02+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.com/2014/03/20/39th-marine-corps-marathon-im-in/https://runningthestates.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/mcm.jpg39th Marine Corps Marathon2014-03-26T20:53:48+00:00monthlyhttps://runningthestates.comdaily1.02022-05-04T22:12:37+00:00