My 2022 running year didn't really turn out to be what I expected, but then again I didn't really have any huge goals either. My one running goal was to PR in the half. I did run a half-marathon (my only race of the year), but it wasn't a PR. The rest of the year took some twists and turns and I kept "waiting" to do another race and it just didn't happen. I've come to realize that this is just the season of life I am in ... Read the Post...
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It's that time of year when many areas are dealing with cold, snowy, and icy conditions that make for all sorts of challenges when it comes to running. When I first started running, I got into an "all or nothing" mindset once winter hit. Either I could run outside, or I didn't bother running at all. Eventually I realized that there were other ways to continue training through the winter, and that cross-training had ... Read the Post...
Runners’ Gift Ideas for the 2022 Holiday Season
It's that time of year again! Each year in the weeks leading up to Christmas I like to share some runners' gift ideas. As runners it's always fun to shop for other runners but also to create our own wish lists (or do some shopping for ourselves!) Hopefully this list of runners' gift ideas will help you get you started with your holiday shopping. At the end of the post I will also share some links to posts from previous ... Read the Post...
6 Tips for Running a Fun and Successful Turkey Trot
Somehow next week is already Thanksgiving, which means it will be time for food, family, and turkey trots! If you are signed up for a turkey trot you may be wondering what you got yourself into. Maybe you have never done a race before, or maybe you are a seasoned runner but you are used to going for PRs in every race. If you are looking to start your Thanksgiving morning by running a fun and successful turkey trot, check ... Read the Post...
