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Almost 8 months pregnant and still “keeping fit”. Well, mostly.I’ve often said to people who want to “get in shape”, that running is your best bang-for-your-buck.Now, when you choose to stop running to let an injury heal (plantar fasciitis), it’s a bit more challenging.So, I swim, bike, and use the elliptical for about 45 min/day x 6 days/week.I’m happy with …

Saucony shoes for a speedy runner. Enjoy, Ben!

Well, you were probably expecting to see a running picture BUT here’s something else. Despite struggling a bit with my balance, I sure had a great time playing hockey yesterday (at 6.5 mos pregnant!). Thanks for inviting me, Avery and Sondra! In terms of running, I think the plantar fasciitis is slowly healing. But, now the added weight likely isn’t …

I have yet to post a picture of my new, sweet, green Kinvaras (I have the flashy pink pair). BUT, I just had to skip ahead and show you the shoes I received today. What an honour! How cool. Thank you, Saucony! Can’t wait for an amazing 2011 year!

Some of you may remember that I ran the National Marathon Championships in Ottawa for my friend, Theresa. About 1:25 into this interview I talk about it.Sadly, her life on earth ended Oct 21, 2010. We will miss her dearly but know she’s been welcomed into Heaven!

Unfortunately Saucony doesn’t have a maternity line of running apparel (yet!). Thanks to the great gals at RunningSkirts.com, I now have some great gear to support my growing belly. Thanks, Cindy!

Whenever we pull into the driveway and see boxes on the front porch, the boys get quite excited. If it’s an Eload or Saucony shipment, I let them open the boxes to see what’s inside. It’s very entertaining to watch them. This time, they made themselves, “Eload Workers” in the video! Too cute!Here they are in 2009. =

You maybe thought I was writing to say that we are having another boy. Sorry, I did have my ultrasound last week at 19 weeks but refrained from asking the question! But… Marathon Moms, Paula Radcliffe and Kara Goucher have baby boys. Click here to read! And click here to read: 1. If you thought marathons were tough, just wait.2. …

Yesterday I had the opportunity to be at the Eload and Saucony booths at the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon. I was surprised to see my full-sized picture with Stephen Drew on display for Saucony. In May we won the National Marathon Championship, well-representing Saucony. AND, on the Eload pamphlet, there is a picture of myself and Simon Whitfield. Two great …