Category Archives: Cincinnati

Flying Pig Marathon Recap

Posted on May 7, 2016 by Kelsie Lou

Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon “Oinked for Life” May 1, 2016 For 2016 I wanted to follow the same Norton Sports Health training plan that prepared me for a 3:39:51 Boston Qualifying finish at the 2015 Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon. I … Continue reading →

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Flying Pig Marathon Training Update

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Kelsie Lou

The end of Spring Break in Louisville felt like Michigan in January.  I could not believe I was dressing in layers with hand warmers for my longest training run of 22 miles in April.   I ran with the group … Continue reading →

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Marathon Training is Taking a Back Seat

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Kelsie Lou

These days marathon training is no big deal. I have a plan and I have to execute.  Simple as that.  I’ve grown more comfortable with doing my long runs alone and without music.  I am able to maximize my day … Continue reading →

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Queen Bee Half Marathon Recap- Cincinnati, OH

Posted on October 18, 2015 by Kelsie Lou

2015 was the 2nd running of the female themed Queen Bee Half Marathon in Queen City.  I signed up for this race after a fellow blogger referred me to it based off Cincinnati’s Flying Pig Marathon. The first beeline was … Continue reading →

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Who Dey: Part II

Posted on October 19, 2014 by Kelsie Lou

The Indianapolis Colts answered that question; even Google agrees: October 19th is the day I planned to attempt a BQ in St. Louis for the RNR marathon.  Meniscus soreness haulted my training, but it did not stop my desire to … Continue reading →

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Who Dey

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Kelsie Lou

Attending a Cincinnati Bengals game has been on my “To Do” list for several years.  I have always admired the Cincinnati skyline in passing to and from Detroit. Pregame, we stopped in Eli’s BBQ for ribs, turkey sandwiches topped with … Continue reading →

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