A stress fracture is a challenging injury. You cannot run and simply daily activities become immensely more difficult. Stress fractures often require six to eight weeks of limited activity to heal. You may end up in a boot or on crutches. Needless to say, a stress fracture can be as mentally difficult for a runner…
How to Mentally Cope with a Stress Fracture
Mile Markers: Run-Walking at 39 Weeks
It feels really weird to talk about 39 weeks, because that sounds way more pregnant than I feel. This was my last full week of running during pregnancy. I’m happy I made it this far! Generally, I felt better on the days I run. My energy is higher and I’m more productive. But, with the…
Popcorn Panic 5 Mile Race Recap (2019)
“You’re pregnant!” a spectator shouted around mile 3. “You go! Looking strong!” I ran the Popcorn Panic 5 Miler at 38.5 weeks pregnant. When I think about it objectively, I almost can’t wrap my mind around the fact that I did that. I felt great on race day – certainly not almost 9 months pregnant! …
