8 RAUNCHY THINGS RUNNERS DO AND WHY
NicholsDuring a recent marathon, I was trying to distract myself in any way possible. When I wasn’t concentrating on my aches and pains, I was observing my fellow runners. I…
6 DIFFERENT TYPES OF RUNNERS (PART 2)
If you haven’t read Part 1 of the Different Types of Runners, you can do so here. Don’t worry; I’ll wait for you. You back? Good, moving on…. As many people…
WATCH: Finding Strong, A Journey To Uncover The Transformative Power Of Running
Today, National Running Day, marks the online release of “Finding Strong, A Journey To Uncover The Transformative Power Of Running“. You can view the entire 22 minute film above. You…
DIVE IN! RUNNER’S SWIM WORKOUT
Many runners turn to the pool for cross-training workouts to strengthen their muscles or to supplement their high-impact workouts with something a little less strenuous. Even injured runners turn to the pool…
It is OK to Run in a Sports Bra?
I remember watching the Women’s World Cup in 1999, that famous moment when Brandi Chastain nailed the penalty kick and then ripped off her jersey, just like the boys do…
STOP “JUST”-IFYING YOUR RACES
Are you a “just”-ifier? Do you put the word “just” in front of your race if you haven’t registered for the longest distance at an event weekend? When friends ask…
MARATHON TRAINING WITH YOUR SPOUSE
It seemed like the perfect idea. I loved running. My then- fiancé (now husband) loved running too. So why not train for a marathon together? We could support each other…
TOP TEN THINGS NOT TO DO WHEN YOU HAVE THE TAPER CRAZIES!
The “Taper Crazies” are universal, no matter the sport – running, triathlon, cycling – anything that involves a build up of mileage and endurance and then a step back before…
SOCIALLY UNACCEPTABLE THINGS RUNNERS DO
I was walking my dog with my neighbor the other day post-run, when she looked at my leg and screeched, “What happened?!” I glanced down and saw blood smeared on…
Transgender Runner ‘Terrified’ By Harassment After Transition
As a transgender runner, I spend a lot of time talking and writing about how running is different now versus before I transitioned. Mostly, I focus on the performance aspect…