You traded spontaneous plans for scheduled miles. Lazy Sunday mornings for alarm clocks. Twenty weeks of becoming the friend, the partner, the parent who always had to check their training calendar first. You did it. You’ve checked the weather app at least 7 times today. The forecast hasn’t changed. Three days out and the nerves […]
How to keep running in your 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond
You don’t feel old…but you don’t feel 25 either. You’re still motivated to run. It’s still the thing that makes you feel like you again. You don’t want to quit. But you also don’t want running to break you. So you’re wondering: Why do I need more time to really get into the run? Am […]
What to eat before a long run (so you don’t crash at mile 6)
Long run time. But first, breakfast. What’s going to agree with me once I’m running? Some days it’s oatmeal. Other days it’s fried rice and eggs. But…not everyone grew up on oatmeal, and not every stomach wants it before a long run. The tricky part isn’t picking the ‘right’ food — it’s choosing something that’ll […]
How to run in cold weather (when perfect fall days still feel hard)
Cool, crisp mornings. Leaves turning into a rust colored rainbow. Everything should click because everything else is so perfect. Finally, the perfect day for a run. But it isn’t. You push harder, expecting to fly, but you’re stuck in slow motion. Everything that worked so perfectly in July is out the window now. If you’re […]
What to eat before a marathon: Fueling without the overwhelm
You traded spontaneous plans for scheduled miles, lazy Sunday mornings for alarm clocks, 20 weeks of becoming the friend/ partner/ parent who always had to check their training calendar first. Now it’s taper time. You’ve checked the weather app at least 7 times today, hoping it magically changes to perfect running weather. And here you […]
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 […]
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 […]
Master 10K Training for Beginners: Your Roadmap and Essential Tips to Get You Running
So you’ve checked that 5K box and are ready for a new challenge—running a 10K. Here’s the scoop: a 10K isn’t just twice the distance—it’s a test of your endurance that demands a bit more training. Wondering how much you need to run each week? Curious about how to gradually increase your distance? Not sure […]