When we moved into our house last August, I was very very pregnant. We unpacked the entire house prior to Emma Kate’s arrival, because I knew if it didn’t get done then, that it wouldn’t get done for a looonngggg time. We did a good job, and pretty much everything had a place. After the baby was ...
motivation
8 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Run
Let’s be real here. There are some days that I wake up and the last thing I want to do is go for a run. I have a million excuses I have used, ranging from the weather to a busy schedule to not feeling well. However, nine times out of ten, my excuses are not legitimate, and I just need a little push ...
Thirty and Flirty and Thriving
One of my favorite chick flicks has got to be 13 Going On 30. Growing up, I often felt the same way as young Jenna Rink. Being a 13 year old was like, SO totally hard, and if I cold JUST turn 16 and get my license, I would have FREEDOM. I would be all grown up and running the roads and doing ...
The Average Joe Runner
Every runner has a story. You might think you don’t, but you do. Your story may not be glamorous, it may not include a huge weight loss, coming back after an accident or injury, or anything you feel is important, but it’s still YOUR story. If it is what got you running, then it IS important and ...
Out of my Comfort Zone
Since I was so vulnerable on yesterday’s post, I thought why not carry the fun over another day? Last night I decided to do something I have wanted to do for a long time. I went to a fun run at my local Fleet Feet running store. By myself. Alone, Just me. Ok, you get the picture. I ...
The Finish Line You Won’t Hear About
I had such an amazing time in California for the ASICS LA Marathon. When I think back over the whole weekend, I had the privilege of doing some pretty cool stuff. However, my absolute favorite part of the weekend is a part that you won’t heat about from your friends, or see in the newspaper. It’s ...
