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Coach Rick writes monthly running articles for our local paper. Right now he’s doing a few on, “Living with a Runner”. Here’s a sneak preview for the upcoming November 24th Brantford Expositor.  It’s a quote from my husband that brought tears to my eyes when I read it. “Sometimes when you are very close to something, you lose perspective. My …

What a lovely day to enjoy a family walk on the trails. Last week was busy with Jonathan away for work but the kids and I kept “Team DuChene” going strong. Whenever the kids are fighting or misbehaving, I remind them that we are to respect ourselves and each other, and as a team member, we each have a part …

It’s been three weeks since running STWM and I am now ready to do a work-out. I’ve been communicating every day w/ Coach Rick as we want to make sure I properly recover from the marathon, both mentally and physically. And most importantly, make sure the hip is ok before increasing the intensity and duration of my runs. When we’re …

Didn’t expect this but again, I’m honoured: Canada Running Series Champion http://www.torontowaterfrontmarathon.com/blog/2012/10/reid-coolsaet-krista-duchene-2012-canada-running-series-champions/ Wow, what a year; excited about the next four!

I was waiting to see this picture! Alan Brookes, what a great guy!   Well, I did it! I took a full 10 days off after running the STWM, October 14. It wasn’t until about day 8 that I actually felt recovered in the quads and calves. Like I said, this marathon was a tough one. The hip is coming …

Spending time with our sweet daughter, Leah. The flowers (thanks, STWM and Henry) are much prettier than the laundry mountain, don’t you think? Family time. Nothing better. Proud to be “Canada’s Marathon Mom”. Thrilled when Alan told me that fellow Marathon Mom and friend, Mary Davies won the race! Blessed by God. My hip was bruised for a few days …

What a great picture of Rejean Chiasson. After leading me for 42.2 km, he moved back for the very last stretch (left in picture). What a gentleman. Thank you, Rejean, for your dedication to us, motivation during the race, and excellent job with consistency as STWM pacer for the CDN Women’s Record. You’ll crush in Houston! Final turn. “No Record, …

Running Moms (Mary Davies 1st and Krista DuChene 4th overall) Photo: Todd Duncan, CNW. It’s 1:10 a.m. and true to post marathon form, I am wide awake (as is Lanni who just replied to my, “Are you still awake?”). The last time this happened was after we ran in Rotterdam, going after the Olympic standard in April. I sure hope …

More great support from my Brantford Community! Enjoy the article. Thanks, Brian! Looking forward to speaking to your afterwards with a great race report! Hope to keep giving back in Brantford and Brant County just like Coach Rick and Josie Mannen, and many others. Winds predicted to be 50 km/h for race day….not going to get me down! God’s got …

Cancer Game Plan Both of my parents died with cancer. Let’s keep fighting this. So glad I could contribute to “My One Thing”.  STWMarathon in 4 days! I am feeling better every day. And wanting it even more! Had fun doing the live chat with Canadian Running. Bags are packed with lots of Saucony gear and Eload supplies.