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I have over 10 years of articles on this website – training tips, sport nutrition, strength training for runners, and more. If you have a running question, I’ve got an answer for you!
Mile Markers: Out in the Elements
Seattle winters aren’t for fairweather runners. We may not get the bitter cold and mountains of snow like the Midwest and Northeast (and I’m grateful
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! How has your week been so far? As with every week, Friday Thrive rounds up some of my favorite articles, workouts, and more
Returning to Running after Laparoscopic Surgery
Back in December, I had laparoscopic surgery to diagnose the cause of chronic pelvic pain and dysmenorrhea. Before the surgery, I tried to read everything
Training Tips for New Runners {Just Run Round Up}
At the start of each new year, thousands of people resolve to become runners. While a common cliche states it takes 21 days to build
Mile Markers: Intuitive Running
When I am training for a race, I always have a training plan that progresses, cuts back, peaks, and tapers. But when I’m not 12-16
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! How has your week been? Each week, Friday Thrive rounds up some of my favorite things from the week – here’s what I
Changes I’m Making to Achieve My Running Goals in 2018
I shared at the end of last year that one of my big goals for 2018 is running a sub-1:35 half marathon. I have not
Mile Markers: Back to Normal
I am certain that most runners would agree that there’s a certain mileage or pace that just feels natural. It varies with each individual and,
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! Each week, Friday Thrive rounds up some of my favorite articles, gear, and more from the week. Here’s this week’s! Gear We needed
Why ROAR is a Must-Read for Female Runners
Many books and articles about running are written with a cookie-cutter approach to both genders. This does not negate the value of the advice given
Mile Markers: Rebuilding
I started using the Compete Training Journal by Lauren Fleshman at the start of the new year. Each week includes a motivational quote and this
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! Every week, Friday Thrive highlights my favorite things from the week, including worthwhile reads to my favorite photos of the week. Read Ryan
Mile Markers: Holiday Workouts
Hi there! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and New Year! After a brief blogging break for the holidays, I’m back! Christmas 2017 Ryan
Friday Thrive
Run My recovery is continuing to go well! We were able to see Star Wars: The Last Jedi last weekend and I started back to
Winter Spice Whole Wheat Coffee Cake {Stonyfield}
This post is sponsored by Stonyfield. All opinions expressed are my own. During the holidays, I love to bake a something extra special for breakfast
4 Effective 30 Minute Workouts for Runners {Run It}
The holiday season can be an obstacle for many runners. Not only are you busy with holiday events and preparation, but the outdoor conditions are
2018 Running Goals & Coaching Giveaway
Hi there! Currently, I’m not running for a few days as I heal from my surgery, so no weekly workout recap this week. Just as
Friday Thrive
Hi there! This week we enjoyed some blissfully sunny weather in Seattle. Sunny days in winter usually mean cold, but I will take mornings in
Year in Running 2017
According to my Strava profile, I ran 1679 miles and set three PRs in 2017. But numbers alone do not tell the story of a
California International Marathon 2017 {3:29:43}
When I ran this same race in 2016, I had one of those rare marathon experiences: a negative split, smooth from start to finish, no
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! This week’s Friday Thrive is the California International Marathon edition – I’m still riding high on my PR and second BQ from last
Your Winter Running Guide: Tips, Gear, Workouts, and More
With the start of December, winter running has commenced. The next few months bring snow, ice, wind, and cold temperatures – all the conditions that
CIM Training Week 16 – Race Week!
Hi there! How are you? I am still riding on a high from a new marathon PR and a weekend full of California sunshine. This