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...

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...

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...

When I first started running, I didn’t know what I was doing. I didn’t grow up athletic. I wasn’t sure I belonged. But I kept going—slowly, walk breaks and all—and years later, I found myself finishing a 50K trail race in my 40s. Not because I’m a “natural runner.” Because I learned to run on my ter...

Tempo? Fartlek? Recovery run? What the?!

When I first started running, these words made me feel like I’d accidentally walked into a secret club where everyone else knew the language. When I printed out my first running plan in preparation for my first official 10k race, I would be constantly Googli...

I have never won a race, and the chances that I will ever win one are probably worst than the chances I will ever win the lottery jackpot (by the way, I never play the lottery so that gives you an idea of the odds). In fact, in most races I participate in I usually come in the last quarter of racers...

If You’re New to Running, Read This First 

I started running on a random Tuesday, or it might have been a Thursday. Who knows? One thing is for sure, I didn't know what the heck I was doing. I put on the only pair of running shoes I owned, an old cotton t-shirt and went out there. Didn't know where...

When I first started running, I thought for sure someone would eventually tap me on the shoulder and say, “Hey, you don’t belong here.”

I didn’t grow up athletic. I didn’t look like the runners I saw on Instagram. I took walk breaks. I ran slowly. And every time I laced up my shoes, a little voice ...

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...

Starting your running journey is an exciting step toward better fitness, mental clarity, and personal growth. However, the first month is often the most challenging, as your body and mind adapt to a new routine. Understanding the common physical and mental challenges of running—and knowing how to ad...