The most important piece of equipment every runner needs is a good pair of shoes. But when “good” means something different for everyone, how do we choose? Stepping into a running store can be overwhelming, with so many options and technical terminology to sift through. In this post, I will decode some of that running shoe lingo, like stability, pronation, and heel drop.

Activity trackers are made to motivate us to MOVE by counting total steps, calories burned, number of exercise minutes, etc. But what happens when motivation turns into obsession? In this video I will take you through MY experience with activity tracking on my Apple Watch, and how this perfectionist learned to be okay with missing those goals.

CONFESSION: I have stopped riding my bike. I will hop on for 5-10 minutes here or there as a warmup, but that’s it.

Thanksgiving is different this year. In 2020, we adapt.

One of the reasons I love to run is because it is such an accessible sport: I just lace up, open my front door, and I’m ready to go. Whether you are completely new to the sport or you’ve taken a long break from running, read on for my 5 tips for getting started.

These legs are imperfect, but they have never failed me

We all face barriers in life. Things that keep us from our dreams, our goals. But what do we do when those barriers come from ourselves? What are we so afraid of? This is a pep talk: for you, for me, for all of us.

Runners have goals – distance goals, pace goals – and these goals are tested at a goal race, where all the hard work and training is put out in the open. Just because your race was canceled doesn’t mean that running is canceled.

Injury recovery update

A much needed escape from reality.

Me strutting away from my negative self-talk.

26 weeks since I sprained my ankle.

Let’s dismantle this idea that perfection is the ultimate goal.

While we can all agree that rest is important, it’s still possible to get caught up in our schedules.

Life is a journey, and I am embracing it for what it is.

Recovery is slow and that’s okay.

Watch as the injured runner transforms into a cyclist…

I have gained almost 10 lbs since March. I am at my highest weight in a decade. I also feel more comfortable in my skin than ever before.