Runner safety is a topic I discuss from time to time in this space. It's important, but I admit to going through the motions in regards to it. In a lot of ways, I felt invinceble. The Situation So what happened? I've dealt with things like loose dogs, the threat of a bobcat, random snakes, ...
experiments in runner safety
week 35: staying grounded
As you may imagine, I struggled through this week. As if my weekend wasn't hard enough, the start of the week was full of all sorts of not so great news, that just left me reeling. I think I just hit my limit. It happens, but staying grounded became my focus. Sunday - 3.75 miles, ...
august runfessions
Oh, friends. What a week it has been. I missed July, but I am so here for August runfessions! For this month's trip to the runfessional, let's join up with Marcia's Healthy Slice... I runfess... That I broke down this week. With Delilah's death, Hufflepuff not doing well, and A starting ...
week 34: a week without silver linings
Usually, I am the world's most annoyingly positive human. I find bright spots, full glasses, and silver linings. Not this week. I confess to being in a down place right now. Yes, I'll be ok, but it's going to take a little time. Sunday - 3.55 miles, walking The week started terribly. I went ...
5 reasons to run Best Damn Race Trail (+ a discount code)
This week, Best Damn Race announced the all-new, inaugural Best Damn Race Trail, a multi-day relay event in Starkey Park, Florida. That's right, BDR fans, we've got ourselves a camping/racing extravaganza! From April 8-10, 2022, myself and my teammates will be joining the fearless (or FOMO-filled) ...
why runners should carry phones
The question of why runners should carry phones is a debated one. After all, running is a great way to disconnect, and phones can truly be an electronic leash. But there are plenty of reasons to carry your phone, too. Let's take a look. Carry Your Phone For The GPS Feature Today's smart ...
