Once again, we are all surprised that we are in the final month of 2024. What a time to be alive. But we press onward, and I'm hoping we can have a great rest of year. Let's talk about how the last week of November went down and what comes next. Sunday We are going places. I had a nice ...
That December Feeling
Welcome To Black Friday Runfessions
As November comes to a close, it's time to dig into those runfessions! Of course, it's Black Friday, which makes it extra special! For this month’s trip to the runfessional, let’s join up with Marcia’s Healthy Slice… Let’s Start By Runfessing… That my Christmas tree is up before ...
Protecting Your Peace This Holiday Season
While my usual topic is running and physical fitness, it's important to hold space for mental and emotional wellness, too. The holidays are a wonderful season for some, but can be difficult and challenging for others. Through the years, I've established plenty of ways to protect my peace, and I'd ...
Time To Talk Turkey (Trot)
As you read this, we are entering into Thanksgiving week! It's a mad rush to the end of the year from this point on, but I'm ready to ride it out. Or run it out, as it were. Let's go! Sunday Even though Saturday night was great, I was still in a terrible mood over the tree situation. I ...
Five Reasons I’m Grateful For Running
November is the month of gratitude, so I want to take full advantage and talk about the reasons I'm grateful for running. Obviously, running is a huge part of my life, so it only makes sense for me to be so very thankful. (updated from November 2021) I'm Grateful For The Time Running ...
Running Through The Winter Blues
Although running is absolutely not a substitute for medical care, it can be an extremely effective way to combat the winter blues. Shorter days, dark mornings, and lack of sunlight are enough to bring anyone down, which makes it incredibly important to have the right coping mechanisms at the ...