Malinda's 8th Philadelphia Marathon to Benefit American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)

As part of my 8th Philadelphia Marathon, I am supporting the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR).

I am running to make every step through Philadelphia a step towards cures for cancer and truly appreciate any contribution you can make.

The AACR is on the front lines of the quest for new and innovative ways to understand, prevent, and cure cancer. They bring together the greatest minds in cancer science to defeat the more than 200 types of cancer.

Of every dollar donated, 88 cents goes to support lifesaving cancer research.

Thank you!

#Runners4Research
runsignup.com/twinsruninourfamily
Facebook Fundraiser

Johnny Marr at Theatre of Living Arts (TLA) on Monday, October 22 - Malinda's iPhone Photos + Call the Comet Concert Review & Interview Links

Music has been an integral part of my marathon training for over 23 years.

I felt pure joy watching Johnny Marr play his guitar and listening to his sweet voice at Theatre of Living Arts (TLA) on Monday, October 22. 👏❤️🎸

I absolutely adore his new album “Call The Comet” 💫 and I enjoyed running to it before I was sidelined by the labral tear in my hip. 😞

Hopefully, if I give myself time to heal from the arthroscopic surgery and continue with physical therapy, I’ll be running to his music again in a few months. 🤞🎧🏃🏻‍♀️

In the meantime, I’ll listen to his music while I work on my physical therapy exercises. 😬

Heartfelt thanks to Johnny, Jack Mitchell, Iwan Gronow, and James Doviak for the much needed musical respite. Music heals. 

And, what a treat to hear one of my favorite songs by The Smiths: “You Just Haven’t Earned It Yet Baby” - it became my unfortunate theme song during my 11 failed attempts to qualify for the Boston Marathon (chasing the unicorn).

Fortunately, I finally succeeded at my 12th attempt! 🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🏃🏻‍♀️

P.S. Serendipitous to see Johnny Marr for the 1st time on the 23rd anniversary of my 1st marathon (Marine Corps Marathon on October 22, 1995) ✨

"Hoping for a good shot" iPhone photos ;-)

Official Johnny Marr Website
johnnymarr.com

@Johnny_Marr on Twitter
twitter.com/Johnny_Marr

@johnnymargram on Instagram
instagram.com/johnnymarrgram

Official Johnny Marr on Facebook
facebook.com/officialjohnnymarr

Official Johnny Marr on YouTube
youtube.com/user/officialjohnnymarr

Johnny Marr on Spotify
open.spotify.com/artist/2bA2YuQk2ID3PWNXUhQrWS

Johnny Marrvellous - Fan Page
johnnymarrvellous.com


Concert reviews & interviews:

My Johnny Marr Video Playlist on YouTube

Johnny Marr - New Songs, Playlists & Latest News - BBC Music
bbc.co.uk/music/artists/ff621094-2a76-401f-8398-b75b5fd2be24

Eddie Vedder, Johnny Marr Cover the Smiths’ ‘There Is a Light That Never Goes Out’
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/eddie-vedder-johnny-marr-the-smiths-live-731245/

Hear Johnny Marr Break Down His Career, from the Smiths to Now
rollingstone.com/music/music-features/johnny-marr-guitarist-career-the-smiths-746759

Johnny Marr on Songwriting
indie617.com/2018/10/25/johnny-marr-on-songwriting-interview

Johnny Marr Loves a North Texas Podcast
dallasobserver.com/music/things-to-do-in-dallas-see-johnny-marr-at-granada-theater-11213830

INTERVIEW: Johnny Marr – “It always amazes me what you can do with a piece of wood and six bits of wire.”
xsnoize.com/interview-johnny-marr-it-always-amazes-me-what-you-can-do-with-a-piece-of-wood-and-six-bits-of-wire

Johnny Marr rides a ‘Comet’ from his celebrated past to confident present
vanyaland.com/2018/10/24/johnny-marr-rides-a-comet-from-his-celebrated-past-to-confident-present

Johnny Marr's Los Angeles ~ An L.A. Taco Exclusive with the Legendary Smiths' Guitarist
lataco.com/johnny-marrs-los-angeles-interview-with-guitarist-of-the-smiths/

Johnny Marr Shares His Pre-Show Superstitions
consequenceofsound.net/2018/08/this-must-be-the-gig-johnny-marr/

This Must Be The Gig - Episode 17 - Johnny Marr

acast.com/thismustbethegig/episode-17-johnny-marr

Johnny Marr in concert 10/17/2018 The Fillmore Silver Spring, Maryland Call The Comet Tour 2018
perkele.cat/johnny-marr-in-concert-10-17-2018-the-fillmore-silver-spring-maryland-call-the-comet-tour-2018

Johnny Marr's Macunian Charm
premierguitar.com/articles/27660-johnny-marrs-mancunian-charm

REVIEW: Johnny Marr connects his past with his present at the Fillmore
riffmagazine.com/reviews/johnny-marr-20180926/

Review + Photos: Johnny Marr at August Hall
thebaybridged.com/2018/06/12/review-photos-johnny-marr-at-august-hall/ 

Johnny Marr creates intimate, energetic atmosphere at The Fillmore
dailycal.org/2018/09/30/johnny-marr-the-fillmore/

The first listen: A track-by-track guide to Johnny Marr’s new album, ‘Call The Comet’

nme.com/blogs/track-track-guide-johnny-marrs-new-album-call-comet-2283104

Honour and good hair: Johnny Marr on what it takes to be in a band
ft.com/content/ede53372-5763-11e8-806a-808d194ffb75

BBC News - Johnny Marr returns to save us from ourselves
bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-44518032

The Importance of Being Johnny Mar
phawker.com/2018/10/22/excerpt-the-importance-of-being-johnny-marr

Johnny Marr Wants His Band to be the Best in the World and He Isn't Kidding
laweekly.com/music/johnny-marr-wants-his-band-to-be-the-best-in-the-world-and-he-isnt-kidding-9896543

Johnny Marr says he will never retire as he picks up lifetime achievement award
independent.ie/entertainment/music/johnny-marr-says-he-will-never-retire-as-he-picks-up-lifetime-achievement-award-37288272.html

Take me out tonight: Johnny Marr at White Oak Music Hall
houstonchronicle.com/entertainment/music/article/Take-me-out-tonight-Johnny-Marr-at-White-Oak-13301892.php

Johnny Marr talks about making his own music
houstonchronicle.com/entertainment/music/article/Johnny-Marr-talks-about-making-his-own-music-13279599.php

Unlike Morrissey, Former Smiths Guitarist Johnny Marr Showed Up – and Rocked Paper Tiger
sacurrent.com/sa-sound/archives/2018/10/09/unlike-morrissey-former-smiths-guitarist-johnny-marr-showed-up-and-rocked-paper-tiger

Johnny Marr brings a light that never goes out to the Town Ballroom
buffalonews.com/2018/10/22/johnny-marr-brings-a-light-that-never-goes-out-to-the-town-ballroom/

Johnny Marr remains vibrant at Buffalo’s Town Ballroom
www.ubspectrum.com/article/2018/10/johnny-marr-remains-vibrant-at-buffalos-town-ballroom

Johnny Marr is shining brighter than ever before
gq-magazine.co.uk/article/johnny-marr-interview-2018

Johnny Marr May Wander But He's Not Lost
sfweekly.com/music/johnny-marr-may-wander-but-hes-not-lost/

Johnny Marr: ‘A lot of people don’t even want to see The Smiths reform’
irishtimes.com/culture/music/johnny-marr-a-lot-of-people-don-t-even-want-to-see-the-smiths-reform-1.3515386

Johnny Marr: ‘A middle-aged musician nursing a hangover is a dead duck’
theguardian.com/music/2018/jun/09/johnny-marr-interview-third-album-call-the-comet

Johnny Marr: Call the Comet review – the light that never went out
theguardian.com/music/2018/jun/15/johnny-marr-call-the-comet-review-the-light-that-never-went-out

'He can't destroy history': Johnny Marr on veganism, Man City and Morrissey's legacy
theguardian.com/music/live/2018/jun/11/johnny-marr-webchat-post-your-questions-now

Johnny Marr - Review Islington Assembly Hall London
theguardian.com/music/2018/may/17/johnny-marr-review-islington-assembly-hall-london

Johnny Marr on His New Solo Album, Why the Smiths Won’t Reunite, and the Time He Almost Fell in a Volcano
spin.com/2018/09/johnny-marr-solo-album-the-smiths-interview/

Johnny Marr on embracing politics, his emotions, and his signature sound: 'I'm more proud to be a musician now than I ever was'
independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/features/johnny-marr-call-the-comet-interview-new-album-politics-the-smiths-morrissey-a8398751.html

Marr-vellous Johnny sparkles in Brum
worcesterobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/marr-vellous-johnny-sparkles-in-brum/

Johnny Marr meets relatives and fans at plaque unveiling in Athy
rte.ie/entertainment/2018/1103/1008431-johnny-marr-meets-relatives-and-fans-in-athy/

Johnny Marr of The Smiths will never forget his Athy roots
leinsterexpress.ie/video/arts-culture-entertainment/345661/watch-johnny-marr-of-the-smiths-will-never-forget-his-athy-roots.html

The light that never went out: Johnny Marr at the O2 Institute, Birmingham
fromsophiawithlove.com/2018/11/06/the-light-that-never-went-out-johnny-marr-at-the-o2-institute-birmingham/

Marr-vellous night at the O2 Institute as guitar king Johnny strikes again

redditchstandard.co.uk/lifestyle/marr-velous-night-at-the-02-institute-as-guitar-king-johnny-strikes-again/

Marr-vellous Johnny sparkles in Brum
worcesterobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/marr-vellous-johnny-sparkles-in-brum/

Smiths legend Johnny Marr ending tour with highly-anticipated homecoming gig in Mancheste
mancunianmatters.co.uk/content/071177754-smiths-legend-johnny-marr-ending-tour-highly-anticipated-homecoming-gig-manchester

Live Review: ‘Complete mastery’ – Johnny Marr at the London Roundhouse
=live4ever.uk.com/2018/11/live-review-complete-mastery-johnny-marr-at-the-london-roundhouse/

SO HIP IT HURTS - Large Labral Tear in Left Hip

When my hip hurts I make a "pun-ny pain" playlist - at least I still have a sense of humor. ;-)  Although, to be honest, I'd rather be adding songs to my Philly Marathon training playlist. UGH! :-(

I've had intermittent pain in my hip for a while but I was able to keep running. When the pain became more frequent, I went to see a sports medicine doctor a couple weeks before the Boston Marathon. I had an MRI which found a bunch of problems including a large labral tear in my left hip. I tried physical therapy and one cortisone injection, which seemed to help for a while.

Unfortunately, the pain has returned with a vengeance. Over the past few weeks the pain has been so intense that I'm now considering arthroscopic surgery to repair the tear. I scheduled the surgery, but I'm still debating on whether or not I'll keep the appointment. Even though I'm currently unable to run (or walk or sit) without serious pain, the reality that I'd be completely unable to run for 3-6+ months if I had surgery is overwhelming. I'm grateful that a friend, who had a successful result from the surgery, has been brutally honest about the recovery progress. Yikes.

I've also been searching online and found many helpful articles and posts that I've listed below. One of the benefits of the intranet is easy access to LOTS of information. ;-)

Are you a runner with a labral tear in your hip(s)? If so, please share your thoughts and suggestions in the comments. Thanks for your help!

And, very special thanks to Mark Remy (Dumb Runner) for making me laugh. ;-)


dumbrunner.com/motivation-news/2017/4/5/dumb-runner-poster-51


twitter.com/realdumbrunner/status/1040605890171138048

dumbrunner.com/news-blog/2018/3/9/new-magazine-targets-runners-plagued-by-injury


For more information...

The 5 Most Important Things to Know When Having Hip Arthroscopy
andrewwolffmd.com/the-5-most-important-things-to-know-when-having-a-hip-arthroscopy/

Labral Tear and Hip Arthroscopy 101
runningforbling.com/about-me/labral-tear-and-hip-arthroscopy-101

Top Five “Must Haves” for Hip Labral Surgery (plus 2 bonus tips)
gingergarner.com/top-five-must-haves-hip-labral-surgery-plus-2-bonus-tips/

Labral Hip Tear/FAI Surgery Recovery Checklist
thepurposeofpain.blogspot.com/2013/01/labral-hip-tearfai-surgery-recovery.html

Patient Perspective & Surgery Essentials: Hip Labrum Repair / FAI Surgery
inspirepersonaltraining.net/blog/torn-hip-labrumfai-my-surgery-essentials-perspective

My Experience with Arthroscopic Hip Surgery to repair a torn labrum and FAI
hiparthroscopic.wordpress.com/

HIP, HIP, HIP HURRAY – Recovering from a Hip Arthroscopy!
heartlandsphysio.co.uk/hip-hip-hip-hurray-recovering-from-a-hip- arthroscopy/

Hip: Post Hip Arthroscopy Rehab Phase 1 & 2
raynersmale.com/blog/2016/12/14/post-hip-arthroscopy-rehabilitation-phase-1-2

Hip Arthroscopy Recovery Journal
whiggy-hiprecovery.blogspot.com/

My Painful Hip Surgery Journey and Recovery
fit4females.com/my-painful-hip-surgery-journey/

A Tale of Two Hips
courtenaymcfadden.com/blog/2018/2/6/a-tale-of-two-hips

The Ending of One Chapter
courtenaymcfadden.com/blog/2018/5/31/the-ending-of-one-chapter

Hips and Needles
hipsandneedles.wordpress.com/

Labral Tear, Don't Care
labralteardontcare.wordpress.com/

Labral Tear Repair Surgery - Post-Op Weeks 5-6
susanruns.com/2016/10/08/labral-tear-repair-surgery-post-op-weeks-5-6/

Bilateral Labral Tear Surgery - The Return to Running Update
susanruns.com/2017/01/22/bilateral-labral-tear-surgery-the-return-to-running-update/

Fueling for the Long Run: Keep Calm, Eat Well, Run Strong
fuelingforthelongrun.com/hip-labrum-repair-1-week-post-op/

Stepping Stones After Surgery
jackiesjourneysite.wordpress.com/2017/06/12/stepping-stones-after-surgery/

That's All She Wrote
jackiesjourneysite.wordpress.com/2017/05/09/thats-all-she-wrote/

Return to Running After FAI Surgery Program
trailstoke.com/return-to-running-after-fai-surgery-program/

FAI Surgery - Reflections on the First 6 Weeks
trailstoke.com/fai-surgery-recovery-reflections-on-the-first-6-weeks/

Another FAI Blog: One person's experience with Femoroacetabular Impingement
anotherfaiblog.wordpress.com/

My Torn Labrum - Hip Surgery
aprilcz.blogspot.com/

From Injury to Ironman: The Road Ahead
saltandcarbon.com/2016/12/08/from-injury-to-ironman-the-long-road-ahead/

From Injury to Ironman: 5 1/2 Months Post-Op Road Block
saltandcarbon.com/2017/05/06/from-injury-to-ironman-23-weeks-almost-6-months-post-op-road-block/

High rate of return to running following arthroscopic hip surgery
sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/03/170314081637.htm

Tips for Recovering Patients Following Arthroscopic Hip Surgery
hss.edu/hip-pain-center-rehabilitation.asp

Endurance Athlete Back in Action After Hip Surgery
rushinperson.rush.edu/2016/10/24/endurance-athlete-back-in-action-after-hip-surgery/

How Surgery Helped Heal Athlete’s Hip Impingement
rushinperson.rush.edu/2016/11/01/how-surgery-helped-heal-athletes-hip-impingement/

Hip Arthroscopy & recovery - A Patients Perspective: for femoral acetabular impingement with labral tear
arthroscopyofhip.wordpress.com/about/apatientsperspective/recoverytimeline/

A Runner's Guide to Hip Impingement
runnersworld.co.uk/a-runners-guide-to-hip-impingement

Triathlete can recover from hip labral tear
beginnertriathlete.com/cms/article-detail.asp?articleid=2810

Return to running after arthroscopic hip surgery
semanticscholar.org/paper/Return-to-running-after-arthroscopic-hip-surgery%3A-a-Kraeutler-Anderson/df05d1da08d3e1a0ca116db671a66514cc361092

Athlete’s Six Year Battle with Pain Ends after Hip Surgery
health.ucsd.edu/news/features/Pages/2012-08-21-hip-surgery-golding.aspx

Patient Testimonial - Hip Surgery
ryanmiyamotomd.com/patient-testimonials-pl250/christy-p4150.html

One Week - Off to a great start
https://stef-onlybygrace.blogspot.com/2017/07/one-week-off-to-great-start.html

Labral Tear Recovery Update
elbowglitter.com/blog/2018/09/19/labral-tear-recovery-update/

Philadelphia Marathon

Last year, I finished my 7th Philadelphia Marathon since 2008 and succeeded at my 12th attempt to qualify for the Boston Marathon (BQ) since 2013. I am grateful that my Philly Marathon streak ended with a good time for a good cause. Fighting childhood cancer one mile at a time with Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation's Team Lemon.

2011 - 4:40:59

2012 - 4:00:57

2013 - 4:04:04

2014 - 3:47:42

2015 - 4:01:22

2016 - 3:46:13 (BQ & PR)




Will you run, cheer, or volunteer on Sunday?

May the miles ahead be good to all running!

Thanks to all the volunteers and spectators!

ICYMI... Lists of race recaps:

2016 Philadelphia Marathon, Half Marathon & Rothman 8K Race Recaps
twinsruninourfamily.com/2016/11/2016-philadelphia-marathon.html

2015 Philadelphia Marathon, Half Marathon & Rothman 8K Race Recaps
twinsruninourfamily.com/2015/11/2015-gore-tex-philadelphia-marathon-and.html

2014 Philadelphia Marathon, Half Marathon & Rothman 8K Race Recaps
twinsruninourfamily.com/2014/11/philly-marathon-race-recaps.html

2013 Philadelphia Marathon, Half Marathon & Rothman 8K Race Recaps
twinsruninourfamily.com/2013/11/philadelphia-marathon.html

2016 Philadelphia Marathon, Half Marathon & Rothman 8K Race Recaps

Many thanks to all the staff, volunteers, spectators, runners and police officers at the Philadelphia Marathon on Sunday. I was blow away - pardon the pun ;-) - by all the support!

I'm currently gathering my thoughts to share the long story of my 22nd marathon. In the meantime, here's the short story:

Since 2013, I failed 11 attempts to qualify for the Boston Marathon (BQ). On Sunday, November 20, I finally succeeded at my 12th attempt and qualified for the 2018 Boston Marathon at the 2016 Philadelphia Marathon!

I'm so very grateful for every opportunity to help fight childhood cancer one mile at a time with Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation's Team Lemon. Thanks to all who have donated to our fundraising pages since we started running with Team Lemon in 2012 in memory of Leah's brother-in-law, Michael, and our grandmother, GG.

I'm also very grateful for the opportunity to run the 2017 Boston Marathon with Leah as a charity runner with Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge (#RunDFMC) to support Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

No donation is too small to help fight cancer & 100% of every dollar raised by the #RunDFMC team supports the Claudia Adams Barr Program in Innovative Basic Cancer Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute,

Any donation is greatly appreciated. And, I'll match every donation until I reach my first fundraising goal of $5,000. Donate $2 (or more) here: runDFMC.org/2017/malindah/

Did you write a race recap? Share your link in the comments and we'll add to our lists.


Philadelphia Marathon, Half Marathon & 8K Reviews on Facebook facebook.com/pg/PhiladelphiaMarathon/reviews/


Rothman Institute 8K

Rothman Institute 8k; Race Recap by Mastering Running
masteringrunning.com/blog/2016/11/22/rothman-8k-race-recap


Philadelphia Half Marathon Recaps (listed alphabetically by blog/website)

Philadelphia Half Marathon on BibRave.com
bibrave.com/races/philadelphia/6460#.WDZaZeArLIU

Philadelphia Half Marathon Race Report by The Daily Fitness Journal
thedailyfitnessjournal.com/2016/11/race-report-philadelphia-half-marathon.html

Going with the Flow - Thoughts from the Philly Half Marathon with Coach Teresa
evolvecoachingsystems.com/news/2016/11/30/going-with-the-flow-thoughts-from-the-philly-half-marathon-with-coach-teresa

Philadelphia Half Marathon (1:27.44) by Fueled by LOLZ
fueledbylolz.com/2016/11/22/philadelphia-half-marathon-127-44/

Philadelphia Half Marathon Recap by Lisa Catton
lisacatton.com/?p=1144

2016 Philly Half Marathon by Love Life Surf
lovelifesurf.com/philly-half-marathon/

Philadelphia Half Marathon Recap by Scoot A Doot
scootadoot.org/2016/11/21/philadelphia-half-marathon-2016-recap/


Philadelphia Marathon Recaps (listed alphabetically by blog/website)

Philadelphia Marathon Review by BibRave
bibrave.com/races/philadelphia#.WDocrPkrLIU

The Philly Marathon by Candid Celebrations
candidcerebrations.com/the-philly-marathon/

Relax: Nothing is Under Control by Dashing Whippets
dashingwhippets.org/2016/11/29/relax-nothing-is-under-control/

Following Philly Marathon City Official Review New Features by CBS3 Philly
philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2016/11/26/following-philly-marathon-city-officials-review-new-features/

Philly Marathon Recap and Reflections by Dietician Jess
dietitianjess.com/philly-marathon-recap-2/

Philadelphia Marathon Recap by I'd Rather Be Strong Than Skinny
idratherbestrongthanskinny.wordpress.com/2016/11/22/philadelphia-marathon-recap-nov-20-2016/

The Running Life: Back from Philly, LaFave looks forward to checking off more marathon races
lakeplacidnews.com/page/content.detail/id/526119/UP-CLOSE--The-running-life.html?nav=5005

Philadelphia Marathon Race Recap - Part 1 by Lively Chicken
livelychicken.com/2016-philadelphia-marathon-race-recap/

Philadelphia Marathon Race Recap - Part 2 by Lively Chicken
livelychicken.com/2016-philadelphia-marathon-race-recap-part-2/

My 4th BQ Finally a Reality - Philadelphia Marathon Race Recap by Mere the Runner 14
meretherunner14.wordpress.com/2016/11/23/my-4th-bq-finally-a-reality-philadelphia-marathon-race-recap/

Philadelphia Marathon Review by Minnesota Don
minnesotadon.blogspot.com/2016/11/philadelphia-marathon-review.html

Philadelphia Marathon on Philly.com
philly.com/philly/health/sportsmedicine/philadelphia-marathon/

Never too late - Becoming a runner at 64 on Philly.com
philly.com/philly/health/sportsmedicine/20161127_Never_too_late__Becoming_a_runner_at_64.html

Attack survivor, 69, conquers Philadelphia Marathon in racing wheelchair, with helpers
philly.com/philly/health/sportsmedicine/philadelphia-marathon/20161121_Attack_survivor__69__conquers_Phila__Marathon_in_racing_wheelchair__with_helpers.html

2016 Philadelphia Marathon Race Recap by Planes, Trains and Running Shoes
planestrainsandrunningshoes.com/2016/11/2016-philadelphia-marathon-race-recap.html

Philadelphia Marathon - Miles Change You by Race Pace Jess
racepacejess.com/philadelphia-marathon-miles-change/

Philadelphia Marathon by The Road Less Run
theroadlessrun.com/2016/11/25/philadelphia-marathon-33024/

26 Things I Saw During the Philadelphia Marathon by The Road Less Run
theroadlessrun.com/2016/11/27/26-things-i-saw-during-the-philadelphia-marathon/

15 Photos That Define Philly Running by run215
run215.com/blog/15-photos-that-define-philly-running

Philly Marathon Recap by Run With No Regrets

runwithnoregrets.com/2016/11/philly-marathon-race-recap/

A Principal, Her Dad, a Marathon, and a Sweet Tale of Thanksgiving by Runner's World
runnersworld.com/general-interest/a-principal-her-dad-a-marathon-and-a-sweet-tale-of-thanksgiving

Philadelphia Marathon Race Report: Vomitphest and a Lesson by Running and the City

runningandthecity.com/2016/11/22/philadelphia-marathon-race-report-vomitphest-and-a-lesson/

Race Review; Philadelphia Marathon by Running with Music
runningwithmusic.blogspot.com/2016/11/race-reviewphiladelphia-marathon_25.html

When Life Hands You Lemons by Summer Runs the World
summerrunstheworld.blogspot.com/2016/11/when-life-hands-you-lemons-my.html

What Nobody Tells You About Training for a Marathon by You Make You
youmakeyou.net/2016/11/22/what-nobody-tells-you-about-training-for-a-marathon/

Runners Help Man Cross Finish Line at Philadelphia Marathon by 6abc
6abc.com/news/runners-help-man-cross-finish-line-at-philadelphia-marathon-/1617505/


Half Marathon & Marathon Recovery 

Fall racing season is over....what should I do next? by PR Training
philreillycoaching.com/blog/now-what

Malinda's 12th Attempt to BQ at the 2016 Philadelphia Marathon

Leah and Malinda are identical twins and masters marathon moms.

Leah and Malinda deemed themselves "Twins Run In Our Family" so they could share their experiences running together while supporting causes they care about.

Since 2012, Leah and Malinda have raised $3,054 to support Alex's Lemonde Stand Foundation in memory of their grandmother, GG, and Leah's brother-in-law, Michael.

Leah, the faster 1/2 of @TwinsRun, has qualified for the Boston Marathon (BQ) 4 times and finished 3 Boston Marathons (2013, 2014 and 2015). Leah's application to run the 2017 Boston Marathon was just accepted on Monday, September 19!

Malinda, the slower 1/2 of @TwinsRun, has yet to BQ after 11 unsuccessful attempts:

1st attempt: 2013 Chicago Marathon (4:04:21)

2nd attempt: 2013 Philadelphia Marathon (4:04:40)

3rd attempt: 2014 Charlottesville Marathon (3:56:14)

4th attempt: 2014 Rivanna Greenbelt Marathon (4:23:56)

5th attempt: 2014 Philadelphia Marathon (3:47:42)

6th attempt: 2015 Rock 'n' Roll DC Marathon (3:54:58)

7th attempt: 2015 Charlottesville Marathon (4:19:12)

8th attempt: 2015 Rivanna Greenbelt Marathon (4:23:02)

9th attempt: 2015 Philadelphia Marathon (4:01:22)

10th attempt: 2016 Rock 'n' Roll DC Marathon (4:00:23)

11th attempt: 2016 Rivanna Greenbelt Marathon (4:00:49)

Malinda is training to succeed at her 12th attempt at the 2016 Philadelphia Marathon on Sunday, November 20.

Although Malinda has yet to reach her 2017 BQ goal (3:55), you can help her reach her fundraising goal to support Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer!

No donation is too small - $2, $3, $4, $5 or more is greatly appreciated!

Text LEMONADE E1121983 to 85944 to donate $10 by phone.

Thanks for your support!

2014 Gore-Tex Philadelphia Marathon & Half Marathon: 70+ Race Recaps & Reports

Thanks to Donna for catching me at the finish!

Malinda (the slower 1/2 of @TwinsRun) didn't catch a BQ (3:45:00) at the Philadelphia Marathon but she did crush her PR by almost 9 minutes - finishing in 3:47:42 and placing 90th in her division (40-44)! Another personal record powered by The Afghan Whigs new record "Do To The Beast." Who said you can't improve with age? ;-)

Although Malinda missed her BQ goal, you can still help us reach our Team Lemon fundraising goal. Many thanks to 3 caring mother runners - Anne, Kelly and Kim  - for their generous donations!

Team Lemon Tent

(Photo source: Facebook Page)

Team Lemon Runners 

(Photo source: Facebook Page)

No donation is too small to fight childhood cancer with Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation! Text LEMONADE E1120912 to 85944 to donate $10 by phone or donate $2 online! Thanks for your support!

www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/1120912

Did you run the Philly Marathon, Half Marathon or Rothman 8K? If you wrote a race recap, share your link in the comments and we'll add to our post!

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One Twin Runs Philly Marathon

Malinda with the Running Lemon 

I'm in training to run my 5th Philadelphia Marathon on Sunday, November 23. It's also my 15th marathon since 1995 and my 2nd attempt to BQ this year. 

My 1st attempt to BQ was at the inaugural Rivanna Greenbelt Marathon on September 6 in Charlottesville. Six out of 12 finishers BQ'd (50% BQ Rate - WOW!) at the inaugural race directed by Leah! Alas, I was not one of them. Sigh. :-( 

Unfortunately, I suffered from the heat, humidity and the worst GI issues ever during a race. I was very grateful that the race director (AKA my twin, Leah) kept the clock running (even though the time limit was 4 hours). Thanks, Leah! I barely finished last (4:23:56) but I finished. In retrospect, it might have been a better decision to drop out but I haven't been able to practice what Leah preaches. ;-)  

While the Philadelphia Marathon may not be on par with other big city marathons, it's still one of my favorite marathons. I actually like the out and back portion on Kelly Drive - it's easier for me to get in the "zone" on a familiar course with less distractions.  


I ran my 1st Philly Marathon with Leah in 2008 (4:16:37). It was so brutally cold that I kept all my layers on for the entire race!

I ran my 2nd Philly Marathon by myself in 2011 (4:40:59). I didn't train at all, so I was lucky to finish under 5 hours without seriously injuring myself. It's too painful to remember so I'm grateful there are no photos available. ;-) 

I ran my 3rd Philly Marathon with Team Lemon in  2012 (4:00:57). This was my PR at the time and I was so grateful to be close to the magical sub-4 time!

I ran my 4th Philly Marathon with Team Lemon in 2013 (4:04:04) - otherwise know as my "May the 4s be with you" marathon. ;-) I have to admit, I was somewhat disappointed to finish slower than the year before. On a positive note, I acually enjoyed the race and finished without injuring myself so that's always a good finish! :-)

This year, I hope to raise more money to fight childhood cancer while I race towards a BQ*! (*Boston Marathon Qualifying Time of <3:45:00). 

While I failed miserably at my first BQ attempt this year at the Rivanna Greenbelt Marathon, I am ready to try one more time this year.


In case you didn't know, Leah and I deemed ourselves "TWINS RUN in Our Family" so that we could share our running experiences and our support for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation on social media.

In addition to our blog, we're on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook, too! Since 2012, our friends and followers have helped us raise $2,121 to help fight childhood cancer!

Can you help me reach my goal of $100?

No donation is too small to fight childhood cancer!

Text E1120912 to 85944 to donate $10 by phone!

Donate $2, $5, $10, $20 or more online:

http://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/1120912

Thanks so much for your support!
 

ICYMI... My other posts about the Philly Marathon:

The Philadelphia Marathon: 50+ Race Recaps

Why I Love the Philadelphia Marathon

2013 Philly Marathon Photos