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
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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
An Ode to Easy Runs
I share a dozens of running workouts on this blog, from tempo runs to fartlek runs to treadmill workouts. But my favorite runs of all are
How to PR in Any Distance When You’re Already Doing Speedwork
At some point, every runner hits a plateau. It’s not the end of the world, but a plateau certainly can be frustrating when you are
Mile Markers: Slowly but Surely
It’s been just about a month since I sprained my foot and I have almost returned to my normal running routine! My mileage is low
Pre Long Run Checklist
Happy Friday! What are your weekend plans? More pertinently, what is your long run this weekend? Many runners are increasing their long runs as they
Adapt and Adjust: May 2016 Goal Update
So May did not go the way I planned. I sprained my foot, missed out on a month of hiking and running, and decided not
Why Do You Run? {Global Running Day 2016}
Happy Global Running Day! I have an inquisitive personality, so I frequently ask the question why. Why is Seattle traffic so incredibly frustrating? Why is
Mile Markers: Memorial Day Weekend 2016
Hi everyone! How was your Memorial Day weekend? Ryan, Charlie, and I spent the four day weekend (yes, we took Friday off as well) camping,
Molasses and Pumpkin Seed No Bake Granola Bars
Are there better snack options than no-bake snacks? I have such a weakness for a good muffin, but all too often I just want to
Would You Rather? Running Survey
Who else is eager for the holiday weekend? Ryan and I are headed out for a camping trip to the Olympic Peninsula on Friday, and
6 Injury Prevention Workouts for Runners
The theme of this month’s workout round up could not have been more appropriate: injury prevention workouts for runners! We all deal with our fair
Jack and Jill (Half?) Marathon Training Week 6
Marathon training? Half marathon training? Cross-training limbo? I’m not sure exactly what I’m training for right now, although since I haven’t run in two weeks