CIM Training Week 1
The first week of training for the California International is complete! Overall, the first week of training was good, although there’s always an odd feeling
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Friday Thrive
The events of Charlottesville cannot go unaddressed – ignoring such evils allows them to grow. I have never been able to comprehend how someone can
The Summer in Hiking, Camping, and the Outdoors
Summer brings a whole new life to Seattle. Gone is the dreary drizzle of October through May and the sun finally shines on a backdrop
How to Cope with Post Marathon Blues
I spent a semester abroad in Germany during my junior year of college. It was one of the best experiences of my life, after marrying
Mile Markers: Ramp Up
This week was the final week before I start training for the California International Marathon. Even though the smoke still lingering through Friday, this week
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! From wild blackberries to practically wild labraheelers, here are some of my favorite things from this week: Eat Ryan surprised me on Monday
California International Marathon Training Goals
I commence training for the California International Marathon on Monday. I ran this marathon last year, qualified for the Boston Marathon, and had such a
Mile Markers: Down Week
I planned on taking a down week before starting my 16-week training cycle for the California International Marathon. What I wasn’t planning was taking this
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! This week’s edition of Friday Thrive rounds up some of my favorite things in running and the Pacific Northwest this week. Run Is
This Runner’s Eats: Summer Meals
On paper, summer is my 0ff-season from training this year, but in reality, this summer has been very active. I have been running 30-35 miles
Mile Markers: Base Building Progress
I have been working on maintaining and building my aerobic base all summer long, with sights set on a marathon PR at California International Marathon
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! Each Friday Thrive rounds up some of my favorite things from the week, from food to drink to running. Here’s this week’s list!
Rave Runs in Seattle Suburbs {Run It}
This month’s Run It Round Up features our rave runs: where to run in Seattle suburbs, New Hampshire Sea Coast, Brooklyn, and Vermont’s finest trails.
Mile Markers: Rise and Run
Summers in Seattle mean early sunrises and fall-like temperatures in those early hours of the morning – perfect for running. Fall is usually my favorite
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! Each week, Friday Thrive shares my favorite articles, foods, drinks, and more from the week. This week I have everything from ultrarunning to
Ask a Running Coach: Hydration and Protein
A few weeks ago, I asked my Facebook page if they had any questions about training, racing, or any aspect of running. People asked several great
How to Maximize Your Long Run
The long run is a staple in most runners’ training plans. The long run builds your endurance and mental toughness while actually changing how your
Mile Markers: Training Routine
I’ve settled into a routine of training over the past few weeks. I run 30-34 miles each week, with a long run, workout, and usually
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! As I do each week, Friday Thrive wraps up the week with worthwhile reads, training tips, celebrations of the runners I coach
The Making of an Adventure Dog
Both of our dogs, Charlie the four-year-old puggle and Ollie the not-quite-two Labraheeler, are adventure dogs. They live indoors with appreciable comfort – I’d rather
Should You Do a Caffeine Fast before a Race?
Once the first half marathon or marathon is completed, many runners shift their goal from “can I run this distance” to “how fast can I
Mile Markers: Run, Camp, Repeat
Hi there! I ended up taking last week completely off from blogging. Ryan had the week off, so I took the week off as well
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! I’ve been eagerly counting down to this Friday in particular because it’s a holiday weekend and even when you work for yourself and
My Dog Ate My Body Glide
Dogs make wonderful running buddies. I started running with Charlie, our puggle, in 2013, when I finally ventured outside after years of early morning treadmill