Two of our students just began their freshman years at two Connecticut independent schools. There was a story about their journey through Capitol Squash and their acceptance into these prestigious schools on NPR on September 5, 2018. Listen to this inspiring story...
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Lynne Tapper
I am a lifelong endurance athlete with the dual goal of training and racing until my bones turn to dust and sharing that passion with as many people as possible.
A blog about training, racing, and life in the “fitness” lane
Election Day
It's Election Day today. And while I will at some point stop by the polls to cast my vote, I elected to do sometime else this morning. I chose to don my long-sleeved wetsuit, neoprene booties,...
Post Race Depression
On Saturday, I ran my last race of the season. I trained well and felt perfectly prepared. I was pleased with the execution of my race plan and results. Most importantly, I had fun. So why do I find...
What to wear
Tomorrow I’m running the Hartford Half Marathon. It’s my 5th Hartford Half Marathon. I ran in 1994, 2003, 2007, 2013 and now 2015! I’ve run nearly 25 half marathons, 9 full marathons and countless...
Capitol Cup Fundraiser for Capitol Squash
As some of you know, I have rediscovered the game of squash and not only has it led to countless hours of sweat and fun, it has led me to Capitol Squash, a Hartford based non-profit organization...
Capitol Squash Program Overview
Capitol Squash is a non-profit organization based at Trinity College, which strives to mentor students through academics, athletics, and service learning.
2018 40 Under 40 Class: Meg Taylor
Thoughts on a life impacted by being BRCA1 positive.
Just when I thought I was out…they pull me back in!
Although what I am about to write is far from funny, I am reminded of a joke that I learned when I was a kid. We used to tell this joke so much, that we would just use the punch line and it still...
Feeling Whole at the Half
On Sunday, April 15th, I completed the More Magazine/Fitness Magazine Women's Half Marathon in Central Park in New York City. Having lived in Manhattan for 12 years, running in Central Park was...
Yesterday’s News
In late January, as many regular blog readers know, I was finally given clearance to start swimming again. My first swim was on January 27. Other than noticing that I filled out my bathing suit a...
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The Waiting Is the Hardest Part – Part III
[Full disclosure. It's Leland.] Monday, June 3rd was cleanse day for Lynne. New sheets, new PJs, special soap for her first of two pre-surgery showers. She also had to drink magnesium citrate, which, from the look on her face, tasted as good as it sounded. This was...
Just when I thought I was out…they pull me back in!
Although what I am about to write is far from funny, I am reminded of a joke that I learned when I was a kid. We used to tell this joke so much, that we would just use the punch line and it still got a big laugh. The Captain called the Sergeant in. "Sarge, I just got...
Feeling Whole at the Half
On Sunday, April 15th, I completed the More Magazine/Fitness Magazine Women's Half Marathon in Central Park in New York City. Having lived in Manhattan for 12 years, running in Central Park was nothing new. And I've been running races for 22 years, so running was...
About Me
Lynne Tapper
I am a lifelong endurance athlete with the dual goal of training and racing until my bones turn to dust and sharing that passion with as many people as possible.