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About Elise

I am a PhD student, runner, cook, and a blogger I stride to find a healthy balance between studies, healthy eating, exercise and fun. My blog, PhD Strides, is an account of my journey towards earning my PhD.

A Night to Remember

Last night was a night to remember!  We celebrated the engagement of my good friend (and roomie)! We invited 20+ of her good friends in the Bay Area over, and had a blast!  First, though, we spent the day cooking… … Continue reading

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Back to My Roots

During the holidays, I had a chance to reconnect with my roots.  Being a Midwesterner, its no surprise that I’m a Scandinavian girl, with roots in Sweden, Norway and Austria.  While I don’t have much connection to the Austrian in … Continue reading

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Half Marathon Training Plan

At this point, I’ve run a few half marathons.  I’m no pro, but the distance no longer terrifies me.  I ran my first in 2008, less than a year after finishing my first race ever.  In the past year, I’ve … Continue reading

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