You Don’t Need to Hike to Enjoy the National Parks
Hi there! You ever feel that by Thursdays you need to just crave a breath of fresh air. By Thursdays I am always ready for another
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How Eating Less Meat Has Impacted My Running (So Far)
A few months ago I wrote about sustainable eating and why I decided to try to eat less meat overall in my diet. So how
5 Things to Do Before You Start Training for Your Fall Race
By mid-July, you likely have either (a) started training for your fall race, (b) will soon start training for a fall race, or (c) considering
Mile Markers: Double Digits
Hi there! How was your weekend? Not only did I maintain another 30+ mile week (only my second one since I sprained my foot a
Chocolate Protein Pancakes {Bob’s Red Mill #SummerStrong}
This is a sponsored post on behalf of FitApproach. All opinions expressed are my own. As I mentioned last week, optimizing nutrition for peak performance
Pacific Northwest Hiking in Summer
I’ve shared a bit about our hiking in the month of June in my weekly workout recaps, but a short snippet and a single photo
Running With Your Spouse: How to Enjoy Your Miles Together
Miles change you, and when you share those miles with someone, they change your relationship. Running with your spouse can further improve your relationship; most
June 2016 Goals Check In and Yearly Goals Update
When I set goals back in December, I know in the back of my mind that goals will shift and adjust throughout the year. What
Seven 5 Minute Workouts to Add After Your Runs
As someone who enjoys giving advice on running, I have to admit that advice from various running blogs, training books, scientific studies, and coaches can
5 Common Mistakes Runners Make
I am not too proud to admit that I have made several mistakes in my years as a runner. Over the years, through firsthand experience, reading
Mile Markers: Easing Back
I alternate between two extremes when it comes to aches, pains, and potential injuries: “tis merely flesh wound” and hyper-sensitivity. I once tripped on a
High Five Friday: Start of Summer
Okay, I know that technically it’s the start of summer, but currently the temperature outside is in the mid-60s and I’m still wearing my Patagonia fleece in
The Importance of Actionable Steps for Improving Your Running
Do you ever have one of those weeks or months where it just feels like your fitness isn’t there? Maybe the same pace feels harder,
6 Hill Running Workouts for Runners
Each month, five great running bloggers and I team up to bring you 6 workouts specifically designed for runners. This month’s theme is hill workouts,
Post Long Run Checklist
A couple weeks ago I shared a pre long run checklist with you, and today I have a post long run checklist for you. After
Mile Markers: Cautious
Hi there! How was your weekend? As a runner, I constantly attempt to balance the fine line of being cautious about potential injury and pushing my
5 Summer Vegetable Recipes
I delight in summer foods. Even back when I lived in the Midwest – St. Louis, Ohio, and Northwest Indiana – I eagerly anticipated summer
Currently {June 2016}
Hi there! How are you doing this week? It’s been a while since I’ve done a Currently post, so today I’m going to think out loud so
Hill Running Benefits and 3 Hill Running Workouts
I’ll be the first to admit that running hills is intimidating and I didn’t always seek them out in my training. However, hills are a
How to Pick Your Fastest Marathon
A first marathon is often run for the experience of running a marathon and the challenge of pushing yourself further than you have ever ran
Mile Markers: Variations on the Easy Run
All of my runs this week were easy, as I’m still recovering from my sprained foot and am in no mood to rush back into
The Benefits of Mangos for Runners
Like many of you, I enjoy fruit for both its sweet taste and the nutrients it provides. Depending on the time of year, bananas, pears, apples,
Backpacking, Camping, and Unplugging
This past weekend Ryan and I packed our camping gear into our two Deuter backpacks, laced up our hiking boots, wrangled the puggle, and headed