Many people say that running is one of the easiest sports to join because it is virtually free, needing very little equipment to get started. While it is basically true that all you need is a good pair of shoes, most runners will tell you that they have a lot of running necessities without which […]
7 Steps to Help You Create Your Own Marathon Training Plan
Are you planning to run a summer or fall marathon? Well, good for you! Do you have a marathon training plan yet? It’s never too early to start planning your training, building a base, and mentally starting to prepare. While many of us can’t afford a coach (though it may not be as expensive as […]
Weekly Recap: RnRSD Half Marathon Training, Cinco de Mayo, and Golf!
Last week was super busy, filled with half marathon training, a Cinco de Mayo celebration, and even a little golf! I haven’t kept you up to date on my life recently, so I thought today was a good time to share what’s been going on. It’s easy to keep up if you follow me on […]
Why Runners Need Calcium and Vitamin D
Running is great exercise. It is excellent for your cardiovascular health, helps you maintain a healthy weight, and helps keep your bones strong. Many runners would say that it’s also good for the soul, but that’s another post altogether. Running is also an intense heart and limb pounding exercise that requires proper training, rest, and […]
5 Reasons You Should Support the FTR Runners Backpack on Kickstarter
I recently received an email asking me to help promote the FTR Runners Backpack project on Kickstarter. If you’re a blogger, you probably receive hundreds of emails like this, asking you to write a blog post or promote on social media in exchange for a product you don’t need. I generally hit the delete button, […]
2018 Carlsbad 5000 All Day 20k Race Report
As you know if you follow me on Instagram or pop into this blog from time to time, last Sunday I ran a few 5ks! (There is something fun about telling people that you race four-5k races over the weekend!) Here is my Carlsbad 5000 All Day 20k Race Report. It is a Rock ‘n’ […]
