I love shopping local, and it is my hope that runners have access to great running stores. In my region, we have a local running store with five locations, as well as two different ones each an hour away. What makes a running store great? Let's review. Great Running Stores Offer A Varied ...
what makes a great running store
week 56: two weeks until donna
How can it be two weeks until DONNA? It's been said before, but the hay is pretty much in the barn. Now we just sort of have to sit back and ride it out. You know how great I am at sitting and waiting. Sunday - 3.44 miles, running Obviously, this Sunday was nowhere near as fun as last ...
5 races to run this season
On today's Fit Five Friday, I want to share my (mostly final) list of the races to run this season! It's the height of race season here, and we have so many options in my area! DONNA 26.2 Breast Cancer Marathon (February 6, 2022 - Jacksonville Beach - 13.1 distance) The DONNA is one of ...
what to pack for race bag check
For longer races (and even for some not so longer ones), you may find yourself at the race bag check. What is it and how do you pack for it? I'm so glad you asked. What Is Bag Check? Bag check is a service offered at some events (generally larger ones), where you can literally "check" a bag ...
week 55: putting in the work
The rhythm is back, and we are moving and grooving and putting in the work. With the DONNA half marathon the first weekend of February, and the Gate River Run (15K) exactly one month later, it's time to really see the results of our training. Sunday - 3.33 miles, running When I tell you ...
5 ways to improve productivity
One of my 2022 goals is to improve productivity. I confess to not always being the most efficient with my time, and now seek strategies to help keep me on track. Start with a to-do list. A to-do list of clear tasks and deadlines is one of the things on which I rely to improve ...
