May 20, 2016

That First Marathon…or Half

I have talked to so many people lately who’s first race was not a 5K or 10K, but a 1/2 marathon or marathon.   Straight to the […]
May 28, 2016

On Track Meets….

This may not affect many of you, but I was a track runner and, since I’m off to a 2-day track meet this weekend, it is […]
June 14, 2016

Stealing a Workout?

Yes – I did it……I confess to stealing….someone’s workout.   Huh?   How can you steal someone’s workout you may ask?   Very simply, my friend […]
June 21, 2016

Become a Runner in Less Than 1 Hour per Day

I don’t have time…..it is a common statement.  When you have that first child and you are balancing everything:  the baby, your spouse, no sleep, your […]
June 27, 2016

On Running & Your Family

I’m sure you all have the perfect running family…….: You:  “Honey, I’m going for a (insert time) run and then I’m going for some drinks with […]
June 27, 2016

On Running & Your Family

I’m sure you all have the perfect running family…….: You:  “Honey, I’m going for a (insert time) run and then I’m going for some drinks with […]
July 5, 2016

Ready to GO?! How to Start Running….

You made up your mind – you are ready to start becoming a runner.   What do you need to do first – do you have a […]
July 31, 2016

No Running on Vacation – No Excuse!

So you are on a vacation – a summer vacation…..a great time to take a whole week off and just relax in the sun.   There are […]
August 12, 2016

On Plantar Fasciitis….

When I don’t know about a subject other than suffering the injury, I turn to a professional for some clarity – here is my PT friend […]
August 25, 2016

There is Always Someone Faster…

Running is all relative.  There is always someone faster.  I was just talking with a lady last night and she said to me multiple times, “There’s […]
September 12, 2016

On Positive Attitudes…..

Wednesday Morning I started this year working at a school with a great teacher in a local grammar school 4th grade class.  She said to me […]
September 16, 2016

What is Success To You?

What is your definition of success?  Think about it – what is your definition of success – as it pertains to your life.  Is it making […]
October 23, 2016

To Race…or Not to Race

Eventually, as you get into running, you may either get bored of just training and training or your training partner or group begins talking about a […]
October 26, 2016

Running FOR Energy -Beginning Tips

You are thinking about how tired you are all the time…there is so much to do and you can’t get to it.  This is a great […]
November 3, 2016

Plantar Faciitis – Treatment

Again, I turn to the pros around me for some guidance.  Please read on for treatment for our nagging foot friend plantar faciitis as explained by […]
November 8, 2016

On Turkey Trots – 2016 Version…

Every year I will remind people to run on Thanksgiving morning!   It’s turkey time – and that means food, football games, food, family, food, sales […]
November 23, 2016

What are You doing for YOU?

Every day is a new chance at improving yourself.  I am a firm believer in this – however, many people get caught up in their lives […]
December 7, 2016

2016 – A Year In Review – Life

The holidays are a time of family, friendship and usually great food and good times.  They are also a time of reflection – a time to […]