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...
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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...
10 Reasons to Marry a Runner
This week is my 10 year wedding anniversary, so I wanted to share this post about what it's like to be married to another runner! There are some pros and cons, but overall I would definitely recommend marrying a runner or trying to get your partner to start running if you can. I thought I would share a little about our running journey as well as 10 reasons to marry a runner! The Early Years: "I will never ... Read the Post...
Running Strides: Why And How To Include Them In Your Training
Running strides is a simple and effective way to improve your training that doesn't take much time. There are many benefits to running strides, and many ways they can be used. I have found them to be beneficial in almost every phase of training. If you aren't familiar with how to do strides, it's time to learn more! If you have fallen out of the habit of doing them (like I tend to do) I will also share some reminders ... Read the Post...