Making the switch from biking on wheels to shoes on pavement can be a big change. Running can be perceived as boring or painful based on previous experience. The speed and thrill of biking could make running seem unbearable. As difficult as it may sound, we will cover a few things on how to make … Read more
It’s that time of year again! The holidays are here! Family is visiting, the holiday meal will be exceptional, and for most of us the weather is not encouraging for any outdoor activity. We will cover a few ideas to keep you motivated and potentially reduce some guilt for the holidays. Ways to Prepare for … Read more
A half marathon is the perfect distance for a race. It’s long enough that it requires training, planning, and a routine. But it’s short enough that it’s less demanding on your body. Now that your race is over, we will cover some things to do to occupy your free time. Who runs a half marathon … Read more
Training for a race is usually a time-consuming, painful, and can’t-wait-until-this-is-over experience. Once you start to taper, you realize that the training routine is nearing the finish line. The excitement of the race will come and go and suddenly you’re left wondering what’s next. We will cover a few ways to get through this period … Read more
A rough training experience can cause us to utter those dreaded words, “I am never running again.” We commonly utter those frustrations in the heat of the moment, but how do we get through this feeling? We will cover what can contribute to this level of frustration and how to get through it. Never Running … Read more
Motivating your kids to stay active can be more challenging than ever. The distractions from screen time, lack of interest, or lack of time all play a role in preventing kids from being active. We will cover a few ideas to get back on track. Identifying Barriers to Motivating your Kids Creating a positive experience … Read more
Without question it is difficult to stay motivated training for a race. The momentum and excitement of starting a training plan can quickly fade as the weeks start to add up. We’ll cover a few creative ideas to keep that motivation. Motivated Training Let’s be real. The best part of training is usually the first … Read more
Visiting a new city can be an awesome experience. If you are traveling for work or fun, taking in all of the sights and sounds of a new place makes the visit an adventure. One of the best ways to explore a new city is by lacing up the running shoes and taking off by … Read more
Running can help your mental health. It won’t solve all of your problems, but it can be an excellent support system. We will discuss a few benefits and ways it can help provide therapy for your mind. No cost therapy for your mind I’m definitely not a mental health specialist, but I can share my … Read more
Staying active after having kids can be difficult, but you shouldn’t have to pause your active lifestyle after kids join your family. We will cover the keys to keeping your sanity when you take kids on a run. Take Kids on a Run in a…. For kids four years or under, you will need a … Read more
