The real workout starts when you want to stop. I can certainly attest to the fact that the mental game kicks in when I feel like quitting. That's happened during my half marathons, my one and only full, and a handful of 10Ks. It's such a mental game for me, even after running for 18 … Continue reading April 29th

Running is the washing machine of the mind. Haha, sure, I guess running does cleanse my mind. 😄

Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations. Not running related, but my husband and I enjoy hiking. We've done some serious hikes (Katahdin, Washington, Moosilauke, etc.) and even though I'm cursing the hike up, the view at the top is always worth it.

Run the mile you are in. If I'm out for long runs, I really try to focus on the mile or segment that I'm in, rather than focusing on the whole thing. I should emphasize the word "try" because usually I'm just thinking about finishing. 🤣

Push yourself because no one else is going to do it for you. Kind of an apt quote today because 8 years ago, I gave birth to my daughter! And certainly no one else was going to push for me. 🤣 But in terms of running, while I have such great support for this hobby, … Continue reading April 24th

Every step you take is not a path, but a hope. Every time I go out for my run, I hope that I finish without getting hurt. 😄 Thankfully it's very rare for me to regret a run.