We often talk about running at optimal levels, but what about running at less than 100%? This is a reality for so many runners, who, due to a variety reasons, struggle with things like chronic pain, illness, or other challenges. What Is My "Less Than"? As you probably know, I have a ...
How To Run At Less Than 100%
It Starts With The Letter J
On the 10th day of the 10th month, we look to the 10th letter of the alphabet for today's post. It starts with the letter J. Obviously, J is a favorite, as it's the first letter of my name. But what else does "J" represent? J Is For Jumpstart I'm happy to share that I've jumpstarted the ...
Looking To Labor Day
And here we are, the first holiday weekend of the school year! By the time you read this, I'll be wrapping up a very long day at The Swamp, for the Miami Hurricanes game. This will be my first time seeing a game at UF in Gainesville, and we'll be with old college roommate and her family, meaning the ...
An Ultimate Coffee Date For September
Tis my favorite season: September and fall! And it's not a moment too soon! After reading here, head on over to visit Coco and Deborah, our awesome link-up hosts. Over Coffee, I Would Tell You... August was a challenging month. Between back to school, the deer accident, ...
Training To Run In Altitude
In two months, I'll be embarking on a somewhat different journey: running a race in altitude. I'll be traveling from eight feet above sea level (literally) to about 5,000 feet above, and that's going to be a world of difference. Will I run every day I'm in New Mexico? Probably not. But I do need to ...
How My Running Journey Began…
Once upon a day, a running journey began. It wasn't a journey I ever thought would be mine, but 11 years later, here we are! If you've been with me since the beginning days of Runs With Pugs, you may know the story, but if not... here we go! Once Upon A Time... In 2013, my husband wanted to ...








