Do you find yourself struggling when the heat is on? Or is running in heat your jam? If so I admire you! Love it or hate it, chances are at some point you're going to have some hot runs. These tips might just help you conquer your hotter runs. Forgettabout paceEspecially as it first begins … Continue reading Can You Conquer the Heat?
Tuesday Topics
Let’s be clear here: May 2021
I love this quote below: Sometimes things aren't clear right away. That's where you need to be patient and persevere and see where things lead.-- Mary Pierce Often times things aren't clear. We don't always know why things happen the way they do -- maybe not in the moment, and maybe not ever. Setting goals … Continue reading Let’s be clear here: May 2021
My Secret Weapon
Who doesn't want to recover quickly so they can have a great next run? It should come as no surprise to people that read this blog for a while that I'm all about taking care of my body so that I can recover quickly. I have a secret weapon for that, too. G is for … Continue reading My Secret Weapon
ABCs of Running
Some runners have been able to continue to race during the Pandemic, or at least in the last few months. Some haven't, and some have chosen not to. I think a lot of us are/were rusty when it comes to training and racing. Here's a little reminder of some of the ABCs of running & … Continue reading ABCs of Running
Challenge: Count All the Animals!
Maybe you're training for a real life race -- or maybe you've run a few already. If you need to change up things a bit, I've got a fun challenge for you this week! Bonus points if you can snag photos. I've been running around my neighborhood a lot lately, and this has helped me … Continue reading Challenge: Count All the Animals!
Don’t Hurry!: April 2021
If you're racing, you probably do want to hurry! If you're not, there is enough hurry in our world already. Slowing down can have great benefits, too. All things will be clear to the man who does not hurry; haste is blind and improvident -- Livy I made sure not to hurry my fitness after … Continue reading Don’t Hurry!: April 2021
A Perfect Pre-run Snack
Properly fueling runs is an art, just like hydration, which I wrote about here. What works for me absolutely may not work for you. Last week I found myself a few hours after breakfast, having already walked Bandit, prepping for a run. It wasn't a long or hard run, but I felt like I needed … Continue reading A Perfect Pre-run Snack
6 Tips for a Peaceful Race/LSD
How long has it been since you last raced? Racing is oh so slowly beginning to open up. Are you a bit rusty about what to do the night before a race? Or maybe you're new to running and you need some tips to help you set yourself up for success before a long run. … Continue reading 6 Tips for a Peaceful Race/LSD
My #1 Takeaway from Mobility Courses
Could you be foam rolling all wrong -- and for the wrong reasons? Maybe! I've taken several mobility and self myofascial release courses over the last year (and am eyeing yet another one!). Today I'm sharing my biggest takeaway that I heard at pretty much all of these courses. Disclaimer: I'm not a medical professional … Continue reading My #1 Takeaway from Mobility Courses
I’ve missed you, Spring Running!
I love the in between seasons for running: Spring and Fall. If I had to pick one, I would pick Spring. Spring, with the returning birds, returning sunshine (sometimes), the flower and flowering trees -- it's just so hopeful. It's entertaining stalking all those signs of Spring! Shedding layers There comes a point when you're … Continue reading I’ve missed you, Spring Running!
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