That first ride back is a wild mix of “I got this”…and “maybe not.” Half pumped, half doubt. “What if I’m slow? They say you never forget how to ride a bike…but what if I actually did?” So before you clip in, let’s get your mind on board Because if we don’t, getting started feels […]
What to eat before running a marathon (even if you’re Googling it the day before)
Do you have 26.2 miles staring you down tomorrow? Feeling that mix of excitement, nerves, and “wait, what am I supposed to eat again?” Totally normal. And you’re in exactly the right place. Fueling up doesn’t have to be super complicated or stressful. Because honestly, the simpler, the better. I’ll walk you through what to […]
Use these 10K race day tips to beat the nerves and help you hit your personal best
Are you feeling a tiny bit (okay, maybe a lot) nervous about 10K race day? I get it—race day can feel like a whirlwind of second-guessing and excitement. Did I run enough? Will I wake up on time? What if I can’t finish? 🥴 Those pre-race jitters are just like heading into a job interview—sweaty […]
Cycling in your 40s, 50s, and 60s: Train smarter, not harder—here’s how to keep it fun and effective
Have you been on a ride and thought…”Wait. Shouldn’t this be easy?” So our natural response? We dial up the intensity. Put in more work. Add more miles and hope that we’ll return to our past (younger) self. Reality ✔︎: Muscles now need more time to bounce back. And days off? They’re more of a […]
Treadmill running for beginners: Form, workouts, and (oops!) common mistakes
Ever stepped onto a treadmill, hit the start button, and launched forward? Or jabbed controls mid-run, gripped the side rails, and hoped to high heaven you’ll stay upright?😅 We’ve all been there. But I’ve got you with a few treadmill running tips, so you can go from ’am I doing this right?’ to ‘I totally […]
How to build a cycling plan that sticks: A beginner’s guide
Bike? ✅ Helmet? ✅ Bike shorts? ✅ …aaannnd you’re ready to roll. (But if you’re looking for a foolproof way to get started, my 4-Week Beginner Cycling Training Plan breaks down everything into bite-sized, doable steps. No guesswork involved.) You get onto your bike and then it hits. This first ride might not feel like […]
Feeling the burn on that long ride? Here are some mental hacks to power through the toughest miles
Ever been mid-ride, staring down an endless stretch of road, and suddenly it hits—your legs feel like lead and everything feels harder than it should? **cue silent scream** What was I thinking?! Yes…we’ve all been there and it is totally normal. So how do you push through it? Should you even? Maybe….let’s talk about it. […]
Common beginner running mistakes you’ll want to dodge (and how to do it right)
You’ve decided—this running thing is happening. But…uh, where do you even start? Do you throw on some old shoes and go? Is it really that simple? 🤔 Then comes the first run, and suddenly you’re Googling: “Why is running so hard?” Running’s tough at first, and it’s easy to trip up on some common beginner running […]
How far is a 5k? Let’s break down the distance, times, and everything in between
You have those friends, right? The ones who seem to be running a race every weekend? They always ask you to join, but it’s a hard pass for you. You tell them you can’t run. But what if…you could? 🤔 Let’s roll with that thought. I mean, you’re here after typing in ‘How far is […]
Cycling interval training: A how-to guide to building endurance and improving fitness
Are you ready to ride longer and faster without feeling completely wiped out? Cycling intervals for endurance might just be *the thing* to boost your stamina. And you won’t have to spend endless hours in the saddle to see results! 🙌🏼 Whether you’re chasing long-distance cycling goals or just looking to enjoy the ride even […]