This isn't a tongue in cheek funny post, not run 26.2 miles in a row, not run up the same hill over and over, this is literally about stupid things that runners do. I've done some of it other stuff I would never do, unfortunately some of it I might do again. If you're doing this... Continue Reading →
Is this a Good Running Song? A Points System to Help You Decide
How do you know if a new (or really old) song will be a great addition to your running playlist? Wouldn't it be great if there was a points system to help you decide? A lot of factors go into determining if a song will be a great song to run to, or if it... Continue Reading →
Running Gear Worth Investing In
How much money could I spend in sport check if allowed, thousands. That sentence would surprise 25 year old me so much there just aren't words. How much do I spend? Actually about $500 a year. Some of the stuff I'll be listing here surprises 25 year old me to no end too. A lot... Continue Reading →
Weird Experiences I’ve had Exercising
So who is us for a bit of a laugh or no way moment? I bike, swim, run, do yoga and dabble in other things here and three too. Want to know how to heal a pole dancing injury? Read on. Ever run barefoot in a major road race in a bridesmaid's dress on your... Continue Reading →
Warm Weather Running Tips from a Reformed Spring/Fall Runner
I used to run only in the spring and fall, in the spring to ramp up my fitness fast after a long winter and in the fall because well it got easier by then. And let me tell you I was dramatic about it, it's too hot! The cold burns my lungs, I was like... Continue Reading →
So You Want to be a Runner? How to Start, Really!
There are lots of good reasons to take up running, really there are, and we'll get into that. There's also a lot of BS crap like all you need are shoes and it feels like floating etc. The cooler spring weather is the perfect time to turn your dreams into reality. So what do you... Continue Reading →
Look (Sorta) Your Best In Race Photos
Yup, I'm that girl! I want to look cute or at least sweaty cute in my pics in case I want to profile them. To a point anyway, keep your expectations realistic though. I have some tips for at least knowing where the photos might be and even some race day make-up tips too. It's... Continue Reading →
How to Plan a Race Season
Depending on where you are spring is almost here, or here or coming soon you hope. Here it seems to have arrived a month ahead of schedule, this week anyway. Pinterest is turning back to running tips and gardening ideas, again for me at least. So this got me thinking about my upcoming race season... Continue Reading →
The 53 Stages of Dealing with Running Injuries
Is it just 53? It might be more than 53. Either have a laugh at us delusional runners or know that you are in fact normal. I had bad shin splints when I first started 15 years ago and less so after long breaks. 7 stitches in my right foot, and runners knee usually... Continue Reading →
Actually Useful Running Tips
So your a fresh faced new runner or one that's hardened by many miles pounding the pavement or trails. Either way there's probably something here you haven't read before. None of the tips below are the crap you read in every single printerest pin. Yes hills and speed work are important, wear some sunscreen for your... Continue Reading →