The Ortega River Run is a long-standing favorite race in the Jacksonville area. It's got a large following, and it's part of the local Grand Prix series. Runners use it as a warm up to the Gate River Run the following weekend: both races have two bridges. Also of note, the Ortega River Run is a 5 ...
race report: ortega river run (2.25.2023)
it looks like summer is coming
Summer is coming, and the full force of the Florida heat and humidity is coming with it. Ugh. I miss the cooler days. Sunday A is training for a high adventure camp, so we went to do a 5 mile hike at a state forest. It was a good session. Monday J was only able to walk, so ...
february runfessions: all out of love
Second verse, same as the first: February is all out of love and I'm here to runfess all about it. For this month's trip to the runfessional, let's join up with Marcia's Healthy Slice... I runfess... That I am all about a good theme, but this month, it was hard to stay in the spirit of ...
how running saves my sanity
In the midst of all my personal chaos, I can be sure of one thing: running saves my sanity. It is a coping mechanism for which I am eternally grateful, because it helps me get through some of the more difficult days. How? I'd love to tell you. Running Gives Me Time To Process I'm a person ...
working towards a stronger me
You heard it here: I'm working (reluctantly) towards a stronger me. I struggle with that hard days, and I find myself digging deep to keep myself together. As a result, I find myself pushing to be physically stronger, so I can focus on getting mentally stronger, which will then help me be ...
five ways to show yourself love
This month, especially, is a great time to show yourself love. We often forget to take care of ourselves in the hustle and bustle of daily life, so let's take a moment to be more intentional with our self-love and self-care. Hydrate As much as i grumble, drinking your water is an easy ...
