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 […]
Are you cycling with no power in your legs? Tips you need to know
Ever hit the road only to find your legs feeling like weights? Your brain is telling your legs to turn, but they just…won’t. Frustrating, yes? …so let’s dive into why your legs might be throwing a power outage tantrum. I’ve been there too, and am sharing what I’ve learned. Maybe it’ll help you too? So […]
The best running documentaries to watch if you need motivation
*Endless scrolling, hoping to find an inspiring running doc* …nothing… So let’s change that, shall we? I’ve got you covered with this list of the best running docs (at least, according to me). Consider this your new algorithm… I’m here to recommend the ones I’ve loved and I’m pretty sure you will too. Sure, we […]
Cycling alone? Essential tips you need to know
It’s Saturday morning and you’ve FINALLY decided that today is THE DAY. The day you set off alone to explore the world by bike. Just you and the open road. It’s gonna be great. But wait. Do you have everything you need? Is it safe?! Will you even enjoy it?? *breathes in and out of […]
The best running mantras to use on your run
POV: Your hand hovers over the remote, staring at the Netflix prompt: ‘Are you still watching?’ *hesitating* Do you binge one more episode or finally ditch the couch for a run? When the couch 🛋whispers, “Stay awhile,” a mantra like “I can do hard things” can give you the push you need to get moving. […]