Cleaning up the first month of the year My January wellness goals were focused on establishing small, manageable habits for sustainable growth (thanks, James Clear). Three races, a nutrition reset, and a week of meeting ALL my coworkers in person later; here's how it all went. Goals Whole30 nutrition mindfulness 5+ minutes/day of meditation or … Continue reading January Fun Size Wrapper
7 Habits of Highly Effective Runners: Fun Size Athlete Edition
Mario Fraioli, the founder of The Morning Shakeout, has re-shared this blog post he wrote several years ago with some updates. Source: 7 Habits of Highly Effective Runners His breakdown of process vs. outcome goals is an excellent way to focus on building a successful year of habits that can lead to outcome goals rather … Continue reading 7 Habits of Highly Effective Runners: Fun Size Athlete Edition
5 Gifts the Runner in Your Life Will Love
Do you celebrate these end-of-the-year holidays and still looking for a gift for that runner in your life? With Hanukkah starting tomorrow night (Dec. 18) and Christmas in a week, you're definitely running out of time, but there's still hope! Here are my top 5 recommendations for gifts for your favorite runner.
Kindness is Dope: A BibRave Knockaround Review
Disclaimer: I received a pair of Knockaround Sunglasses to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews! You may have already seen me around wearing Knockaround sunnies. They're affordable, durable, come in several shapes, sizes, and fun colors, and look AMAZING! You … Continue reading Kindness is Dope: A BibRave Knockaround Review
Best way to prepare for a marathon? Register for one!
I'm running the Kansas City Marathon presented by Garmin! 🏃♀️ This will be my fall marathon and "A" goal race. I'm excited to run through the streets of Kansas City, visit with some awesome family friends, and experience all that this race has to offer. Crossing that finish line and earning some KC BBQ will … Continue reading Best way to prepare for a marathon? Register for one!
Time to run into the new year with The Run Show!
Disclaimer: I received a ticket to The Run Show USA Boston to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews! As we head into 2022 have you made plans for more in-person races? Run-cations? Updated fitness and nutrition regimen? All of the … Continue reading Time to run into the new year with The Run Show!
Summer Fitness Roundup: Summer Lovin’ on the Roads Less Traveled
Seeking adventure and a change of pace on the path less-traveled... Once again my plan to write these posts every month fell by the wayside. Between taking over a consulting project at one job, building a software product and starting a new company, traveling for Bike Ride Across GA, Grandma's Marathon, work, and then a … Continue reading Summer Fitness Roundup: Summer Lovin’ on the Roads Less Traveled
BibRave Race Review: The “biggest little race” at Grandma’s Marathon!
“Disclaimer: I received free entry to the Grandma's Marathon as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!” After more than a year without in-person road marathons, and more than 2 years since I've raced one, I was super excited to run Grandma's Marathon … Continue reading BibRave Race Review: The “biggest little race” at Grandma’s Marathon!
April & May Running Roundup: Spring Showers, May Flowers
Re-energizing with some Spring rest and miles. Yup, I missed the April roundup so now you get a two-for-one. By the end of March, beginning of April, the year mark of COVID, plus marathon training, plus CrossFit, plus work...had me feeling pretty physically and emotionally tired. Nothing terrible, just more tired and more emotionally sensitive. … Continue reading April & May Running Roundup: Spring Showers, May Flowers
BibRave Product Review: Natural Sun Protection with Tanri Outdoors
"Disclaimer: I received an Tanri Outdoors sun-care products to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews!" Even though I am less burn-prone now than I was in my teens and twenties, the amount of time … Continue reading BibRave Product Review: Natural Sun Protection with Tanri Outdoors
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