A Blog for Dreaming, Planning and Running

Because motivation doesn’t always show up—but I still can.

How AI Can Help You Stay Motivated to Run

There I was, sitting in my car, willing myself to go out there in the cold damp weather and start my run. I was tired, and honestly much rather be back under the covers. Then I had an idea. Would...

There’s something uniquely special about the first race of the season. There’s a mix of naïve bliss about what’s to come, and a few nerves after months away from official race bibs and start lines. This weekend, I laced up for my first trail race of the year—and I want to share the full story with y...

So you’ve decided to start running—amazing! But before you lace up and head out, you might be wondering: Do I need all the fancy gear I see on Instagram? The short answer? No.

When I first started running I had running shoes that resembled hiking boots more than they did running shoes, a few cotton...

I’m a solo runner by choice—and also, kind of by default.

Running in a group has always intimidated me. It’s not that people have ever outright judged me, but I often feel like they might. The pressure to keep up, to look like I know what I’m doing, or to perform a certain way just takes the joy ou...

Starting a new fitness habit—like running—can feel intimidating, especially if you’re unsure whether you’ll enjoy it. Many beginners believe they need to love running right away to stick with it, but that’s not true. The secret? You don’t have to love it from day one—you just need to believe it migh...

Some weeks, running feels effortless—like my legs could keep going forever. Other weeks? It’s about showing up, even when I don’t feel like it. This past week was a mix of both.

I usually write more structured, advice-driven posts, but this week, I wanted to try something different. Instead of just...

Spring is finally here! And it's probably my favorite time of year for running. There's a new found joy that comes with spring running. Something that I can't describe, but definitely gives me all kinds of energy.

And if you've been an indoor winter runner this is the perfect time of year to trans...

My daughter's anxiety recently reminded me of a valuable lesson - one I tend to forget all too easily.

Words matter. 

Not just in terms of proper grammar or sentence structure, but in the energy they carry and the beliefs they reinforce. 

My eldest daughter struggles with anxiety, which can spira...

Sundays have always been my favorite day of the week. It’s a chance to reset, reflect on the past week, and plan ahead so I can stay consistent with my running—without feeling overwhelmed. Over time, I’ve realized that using Sundays intentionally has made a huge difference in my progress, not just i...

You’ve planned your run, laid out your clothes, and told yourself, “This time, I’m really doing it.” But when it’s time to step out the door, suddenly, every excuse in the book creeps in. I’m too tired. It’s too cold. Maybe later… Sound familiar?

You’re not alone. Studies show that 90% of people wh...