During Monday's Weekly Rundown, I share details of my training, but I thought it might be fun to look at a typical week of training. Each week follows a similar rough outline: some might call it boring, but I function better knowing what to expect and how to plan. Sundays Cardio Only: 3-5 ...
A Typical Week Of Training
My Tried And True Running Accessories
The truth is, I'm pretty much a minimalist when it comes to running. I absolutely have some tried and true running accessories, but not too many. When I started my running journey, I feel I had everything under the sun, but as the years passed, I reduced the things I liked to bring with me on the ...
More Scenes From Spring
Everyone seems to be having a similar experience: spring is wonky this year. While I don't mind the cooler temperatures, I do hate the storms and the rain. They kind of ruin everything. But onward we go! Sunday After a very long Saturday, I was super happy to sleep in and have a leisurely ...
Welcome To Our March Runfessions
March Runfessions are up on the Fit Five Friday linkup, and we are here for it! How was this month so long and so short all at once? I'm here to share some secrets from my soul (or "sole"), and I hope you'll join us and do the same! For this month’s trip to the runfessional, let’s join up ...
Why Long Distance Races Are Better Than 5Ks
When I say long distance runs are better than 5Ks, I assure you, I am speaking with my whole chest. The very idea of a 5K (or shorter) induces way more anxiety for me than a half or full marathon every would. Funny how that works. Let's talk about it. 5Ks Are All About The Sprint I have said ...
My Favorite Pre-Race Foods
Settling on your favorite pre-race foods can take some time and patience. It's a difficult balance of figuring out what works to fuel your body for the work ahead, what settles well in your tummy, and what tastes good. This is a repost of an earlier post from January of 2022. My biggest ...