Run often, run long, but never outrun your joy of running. 18 years later and I still enjoy running! I think the ebbs and flows of my running journey have allowed me to not get burnt out. I still find joy in it and my body has allowed me to keep going.

Exercise not only changes your body. It changes your mind, your attitude and your mood. I don't think I've ever returned from a run feeling worse than when I started. I love the strength that I've built, the dedication I've given, and the connections I've made along the way.

When you put yourself on the line in a race and expose yourself to the unknown, you learn things about yourself that are very exciting. There is so much that I have learned about myself since I started running. The biggest one is the fact that I can do this at all, and I continue … Continue reading April 10th

Running is simple. But there's an opportunity if you want to go deeper. I guess I'm drawn to simplicity. I guess aside from the races, gear, and shoes, running is a simple activity. 😉

Do not underestimate the intimacy of running, and the people with whom you share your miles. - Doris Brown Heritage One of the things I love about running is the camaraderie that comes along with running races. Sometimes I'll find myself chatting with people around me (in longer races) or running into people that I … Continue reading April 8th

We run free because of the brave.I’ve run several runs in honor of the military:-Derek Hines 5K Virtually (2020, 2021)-Run to Home Base 9K in Boston (2014)-Run to Remember half marathon and 5 miler in Boston (2011, 2012-2015, 2019, 2024)-DAV 5K in Boston (2018, 2023, 2024)I’m honored to have run in memory and honor of … Continue reading April 7th

Not to stop running. Well, let's see; I ran a half marathon 6 months after having Eleanor and a 5 miler while 13 weeks pregnant with Lincoln. Needless to say, there's not much that stands in my way with getting the runs in. And thankfully *knock on wood* I haven't had any injuries since I … Continue reading April 5th

Fear has two meanings: 'forget everything and run' or 'face everything and rise.' The choice is yours. I think in my case, it's face everything and run. 😄