A Blog for Dreaming, Planning and Running

If you’ve ever tried to start running but life kept getting in the way… you’re not alone.

Most runners don’t quit because they “aren’t motivated enough.”

They quit because mornings feel chaotic, overwhelming, and full of tiny decisions that drain the energy they do have.

And when you’re juggling ...

If I could step back in time and sit beside the girl standing on the edge of the soccer field, the one pretending not to care that she was always picked last, I’d take her hand and tell her something she wouldn’t believe:

One day, you’re going to become a runner. Not just a “I jog sometimes” kind

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You know that feeling when your running shoes start gathering dust — and so does your motivation?

I’ve been there more times than I’d like to admit.

A few years ago, I remember standing by the window on a beautiful Saturday morning, staring out at the sunshine and thinking, “What am I doing with m...

Every runner has those moments — the quiet ones when you’re lacing up, wondering what’s really driving you to head out the door again. Some days, the reason feels obvious. Other days, it’s buried under fatigue, work, and family life.

Lately, I’ve been thinking about that more. Thinking about what t...

Sometimes the hardest part of running isn’t the race itself. It’s choosing which start line to stand on.

This season, I had signed up for a 55K trail race. It was supposed to be my big goal, my challenge, my “next step” as a runner. But as training went on, something felt off. My motivation dipped,...

As the mornings get darker and the air turns crisp, it’s easy to feel your motivation slip. I get it...the long, sunny days that made it simple to lace up are gone, and suddenly that snooze button looks way too tempting.

But here’s what I’ve learned over the years (as someone who wasn’t athletic gr...

Think You Don’t Have Time to Run? Try 10 Minutes

You know those days when life feels too full to even think about exercise?

The laundry’s waiting, your inbox is overflowing, and you promise yourself you’ll “start running next week.”

I’ve been there — so many times.

For years, I believed that if ...

Why Comparison Feels So Heavy for Beginner Runners

If you’re just starting your running journey, it’s almost impossible not to compare yourself. Maybe it’s the neighbor who runs past your house like she’s floating. Or a friend who casually signs up for a half marathon while you’re still working thr...

When I first started running, it was on the road. Sidewalks, neighborhood streets, the occasional bike path — it felt simple, predictable, and safe. I knew exactly where I was going and roughly how long it would take me to get there.

Trail running, on the other hand, felt intimidating. I remember t...

Summer has a way of shaking up routines. This year, I took a good chunk of time off from my running program while on vacation. At first, I worried that stepping away would set me back — but the truth is, it turned out to be exactly what I needed.

Losing Motivation Before Vacation

Before vacation...