The Journey Matters: April 2016 Goals Check-In
It feels very odd for it to suddenly be May, because May marks the anniversary of when Ryan and I moved from northwest Indiana to
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Jack and Jill Marathon Training Week 3
Week 3 of Jack and Jill Marathon training is done, with a solid 45 miles and my longest run of the year logged. The first
Trail Mix Cookies
Sometimes people ask me how I balance marathon and half marathon training with hiking. While I quickly learned some basics during our first summer here
Life Lately {April 2016}
Thursdays are a welcome respite in the middle of the week. Don’t mistake me, I love the weekends, but Thursdays feel like almost the weekend since I
6 Upper Body Workouts for Runners
Today is one of my favorite posts of the whole month: the monthly workout round up with five other amazing running bloggers! This month we’re
Are You Ready to Run Your First Marathon?
The weeks of the Boston and London Marathons are inspiring for many runners. Thousands cross the finish line after having conquered 26.2 miles and you
Jack and Jill Marathon Training Week 2
Happy Monday! How was your weekend? We had a relaxing weekend over here full of hiking, Netflix, and good cabernet sauvignon to wind down after a
Lentil Recipes for Runners
Happy Friday, everyone! A few weeks ago I shared Ryan’s and my intention to adapt a more sustainable diet and offered some tips for how runners can eat
You Are What You Repeatedly Do
“I’m not really a runner unless I’ve qualified for Boston.” “I’m not really a runner unless I run fast.” “I’m not really a runner because
How to Avoid Common Mistakes in Your First Marathon
As I run headfirst into my second cycle of marathon training, I reflected upon the mistakes I made in my first marathon to find areas
Marathon Fartlek Workout
Who watched/followed/ran the Boston Marathon yesterday? Congrats again to all of the finishers, especially in that heat! Few races possess the same ability to inspire
Mile Markers: Jack and Jill Marathon Training Week 1
Happy Marathon Monday! Good luck to all of the runners at the Boston Marathon today! Speaking of marathons, I completed the first week of training
High Five Friday: The Mountains Are Calling
Happy Friday, everyone! I’m linking up today with Angela’s High Five Friday! This week, I’m high-fiving mountains views and alpine lakes. By the time Friday
Why I Decided to Track Food During Marathon Training
I mentioned in my monthly goals check in last week that I developed a marathon nutrition plan for my Jack and Jill Downhill Marathon training
The Pros and Cons of Negative Splits in Racing
With many aspects of running, runners and coaches tend to speak in absolutes. High mileage is the best way to train for a marathon; runners
Mile Markers: Easy Before the Marathon Storm
I start training for the Jack and Jill Downhill Marathon today (the race is July 31) and so this past week was my last week
The Benefits of Oatmeal for Runners
Each morning, after I run and shower, I dig into a warm, creamy, and satisfying bowl of oatmeal. Of course every runner is different in
Trust the Process: Goals Check in for March 2016
Achieving goals, like anything in life, ebbs and flows. Some months (like last month), you accomplish several large goals, while other months focus on the
A Runner’s Love Hate Relationship with Strength Training
Most runner coaches, myself included, preach about the benefits of strength training for runners of all ages and experience levels. Regular strength training promotes healthy
Should You Include 20 Mile Long Runs in Marathon Training?
20 mile long runs appear as much of a staple on many marathon training plans. During the past few years, however, many popular methodologies including
Mile Markers: Find Your Strong
After soreness and lower mileage in the previous week, this week I settled back into a training groove that works for me. Moderate mileage, some
5 Running Accomplishments You Should Celebrate Each Week
Happy Friday, everyone! It’s difficult for many of us to step back each week and truly applaud ourselves for what we’ve accomplished. Running is hard
Lately… {March 2016}
Hi! How have you been lately? Today let’s think out loud for bit and catch up! Lately…I am soaking up every minute of sunshine. After
Running Between Races: Stay Fit without Burning Out
Many runners find that having a race on their calendar motivates them to run consistently. However, racing too often can have its downsides, particularly if