Author: Alexandra

  • Lessons Learned

    I have always been a stubborn woman. That particular personality trait has manifested itself in so many facets of my life – in my politics, in my choice of college and major, in my extracurricular activities and my hobbies. I imagine I was a handful to try to raise because I could never just accept…

  • Bowlounge – Design District, Dallas TX

    Bowlounge – Design District, Dallas TX

    I’ve been to Bowlounge three times in the last month. I’m no good at bowling, but while I’ve been working on my game, I also took some pictures of the place. The vibe is just so cool, and there’s a wall of beer taps. I got to try out the new Rahr Kristallweizen while I…

  • Weekly Recap: June 20- June 26

    Goals: Complete all scheduled runs Continue achilles recovery Take adequate time for rest Schedule: Monday – Strong Lifts Tuesday – 7 miles GA Wednesday – Strong Lifts Thursday – 8 miles GA Friday – 6 miles GA Saturday – Rest Sunday – 9 miles endurance, Strong Lifts

  • The first two 5Ks I ever ran

    Like a lot of people who tried to run once or twice before it really caught on, I like to think that I’ve run two “first” 5Ks. I was a senior in high school the first time I started running, and I was trying to lose weight to fit into my prom dress. It worked;…