The Casino Bridge Run 5K in Biloxi, Mississippi marked the 13th state in my 50 state quest. Mr. PugRunner registered us for this event as my Christmas gift, and I was pretty surprised and excited. Mississippi is probably the last state we can comfortably drive to, with Biloxi being just under seven ...
Race Report: Casino Bridge Run (1.18.25)
The Mental Benefits To Running In January
Running in January is tough, but challenging times breed strength of character, and so we press on. While we don't endure traditional winters in Florida, we still reap some mental benefits to logging miles this time of year. Cold Weather Running Has Its Place With January comes freezing ...
Making My Winter Race Plans
You may think making winter race plans in Florida isn't much different than making summer race plans, but the truth is that we do get a winter. We don't get snow, but ice is a factor, and our temperatures can fall into the teens, paired with nasty humidity, wind, and even frost. The good news is ...
Celebrate National Hat Day With Alter Ego Running
Happy National Hat Day! Of course, the best way to celebrate is by raving about our favorite hats: Alter Ego Running! I am incredibly lucky to be an ambassador for AER for the second year, and I love being a part of this local community! Even more, I love the gorgeous running hats! About Alter ...
How To Set Realistic Running Expectations
Setting realistic running expectations can be a bit of a challenge. After all, isn't it in our nature to shoot for the stars and reach for our dreams? The good news is that we can do both those things, while still keeping our feet on the ground. Here's how! Be... realistic Ha! Maybe this is ...
Running Through The Big Freeze
Florida is going through a big freeze, and it is definitely a time! Personally, I love the idea that we are having actual seasons, but there were a few days this week that were almost too cold to be tolerated. Almost. Will we see snow? Probably not, but we are definitely seeing temperatures in the ...