With all of the 2020 races cancelled, I’ve spent a lot of time reminiscing about the good old days, so I’m bringing some positivity with my top 5 days as a runner, including my favorite running moment to date. Continue Reading →
We all go through highs and lows when it comes to running. Here are tips for breaking through the barriers experienced during the low times, or a running rut. Continue Reading →
It has taken me longer than I would have ever expected to get around to writing about the day I have been dreaming about for years: the day I qualified for the Boston Marathon. But honestly, I found myself wanting to keep it close to the vest to just revel in it for awhile. Four months later, I’m dying to tell you all about my experience running the Eugene Marathon! Continue Reading →
I’ve resisted pepper gel in the past because we really shouldn’t have to go to these lengths. I also hate holding things while running, so altogether, it was never high on my list. However, I’m now wondering what took me so long. It has brought me peace of mind and I’m finding myself having fun on my runs again. Continue Reading →
I was really excited when I had the opportunity to try Shady Rays as part of being a BibRave Pro, as they had been on my radar i’m in for a while. I instantly liked the way they felt on my face and I liked the way they looked. I was excited to try these out on a run and put them to the real test. Continue Reading →
Do you remember when I swore off this race forever after the hot 2016 Grandma’s Marathon? Well ladies and gents, it really shouldn’t be surprising that just after two short Continue Reading →
Disclaimer: I received a pair of Oofos OOlala Recovery Sandals to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out Continue Reading →
I had the chance to try Mercury Mile for free as part of being a BibRave Pro. The idea seemed to be a match made in heaven for me between my love for running clothes and the fact that I also love Stitch Fix. Mercury Mile is similar to Stitch Fix, but for running! Continue Reading →
I’ve had the best training cycle of my life, and that is what I’m holding onto as I do everything in my power to fend off this knee injury (chondromalacia patella) before the race. I’m not focusing on what was lost, I’m focusing on the work I’ve put in to get here. Continue Reading →
Time flies when you’re having fun. I know this is an overused idiom, but the weeks in this training cycle are going by so fast, and my mileage is piling up just as rapidly. And guess what? I’m having fun! Continue Reading →