My name is Vanessa Corcoran and in 2008, I moved to Washington DC to work on my master's degree in Medieval History and started training for my first marathon. Over 100 races, a master's, and a Ph.D. later, I defended my doctoral dissertation, "The Voice of Mary" at the Catholic University of America in 2017. With the Ph.D. in hand, it's time to embark on new adventures. Follow my new story at: VanessaRoseCorcoran.Wordpress.com
Monday, June 7, 2010
Ode to the Kettlebell
O Kettlebell, 10 pound kettlebell,
Didn't know you were going to give me hell.
"Just swing and lift,'" the instructor said
As I lifted the kettlebell over my head.
"It will work your core, and your lower body too,"
She left out that climbing stairs would be hard to do.
My quads are asking "Why?!" and screaming,
Feels like a nightmare, but I'm certainly not dreaming.
It's almost like post-marathon ache,
But with no medal or glory - this is hard to take.
Despite the soreness from the weight,
I've got a feeling I'll be seeing the kettlebell for another date.
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I'm bringing my kettlebells to CTY! An 18#, 26# and 35#. You are welcome to join me! AND, there is the unmitigated joy of the TRX to share.
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