Making Peace with the Dreadmill
Dreadmill. While it’s not in the dictionary, I would guess that most runners are familiar with that made-up word–a combination of the feeling of dread and the torture device that we know as a...
View ArticleGive Triathlons a Try: Advice for First-Timers
When you visualize a triathlete, you probably do not imagine someone like me. For one, I was terrified of open water until a few years ago. I’m a middle-of-the-pack runner. And – occasionally – I crash...
View ArticleOn Behalf Of All the 10+ Minute Mile Runners
I know that for many of you who read Fitness Magazine, running a 10 minute mile is no big deal. In fact, you may be like my husband who says it is physically painful for him to run as slow as I run. So...
View Article5 Great Race Signs
Sure, running a race is the best, but spectating is pretty cool, too. And to be a great spectator, you need an amazing sign. Here are five of my favorite race signs from over the years. Here’s a few...
View ArticleBeat the Heat: Tips Runners Should Remember
It’s so easy to get intimidated by the summer heat and decide to just bring your run indoors on the treadmill. Summer running can be enjoyable, if you can avoid overheating. Running during the...
View ArticleNon-Mileage Fitness Goals: Set ‘Em!
Most runners LOVE to keep count. We track miles, minutes, and maybe even calories burned. But numbers can drive us crazy, too. I think it’s important for runners to also set non-mileage goals because –...
View ArticleA Gold Medal Debate
The Olympics sparked an interesting debate between myself and my husband this past week. Someone asked us, “If you could win a gold medal in any sport, which one would you choose?” My immediate...
View ArticleFind Your Greatness
I don’t know about you but I was all into the Olympics this year. I was really into it at the beginning when the gymnastics and swimming were going on. The track and field was amazing too! The speed...
View ArticleNo Regrets
I recently finished my second half-marathon. I wasn’t sure up until a week before if I was even going to do it. I went back and forth about IF my body was ready to run another half marathon. You see,...
View ArticleRunning (or Walking) Your First Race
Running or walking your first road race can be intimidating, especially if you have never been to a race before and don’t know what to expect. I’ve been running races for a couple of years now,...
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