I feel this time of year, winter, can be hard to stay focused on running. We usually don’t have any “upcoming” races, holidays are everywhere, and motivation can be minimal. How do you stay or keep in shape so when spring comes you are ready to start training again to get that goal you want…

You have decided to increase your mileage and have heard about people ingesting these gel packets. After viewing them in the store you ask how in the world is this supposed to help and why would anyone want to eat while they are running. Or maybe you have done some research and have tried a…

I missed a couple of weeks in making posts. As many people with children in school activities, the fall is a busy season. School has started, our youngest daughter is participating in cross country and our started her freshman year in college. It is amazing how fast time flies. In trying to keep my training…

I have asked the question of why would I want to start coaching, but I as have thought about things (kind of scary when this happens) why do I run? Why do I push my body to feelings of uncomfortable? Why do I wake up early, watch what I eat, and spend money to participate…

Another week has gone by! I was able to increase my mileage this week and it felt pretty good. The heat has been a challenge, making most runs “time on my feet”. I completed a long run Saturday, 16 miles. The run felt good and consistent, at least until mile 15. About 15, the heat…

Why in the world would you decide to start coaching? That is a great question! I have always been active in running. Over the past few years, I have learned so much about training and the impacts that nutrition, cross training, and injuries. I am also ready for a change in my life. I have…