The National Association of Mental Health estimates that over 25% of the American population struggles with mental health. I am no exception. High functioning anxiety has long been a way of life for me, and it’s something that prompted me to pursue a career in mental health. … Read the rest
Tag Archives: coronavirus and running
Races Are Cancelled, Running Is Not
The world has completely changed in the span of three weeks. And while these changes aren’t permanent (I certainly hope), it seems like the world isn’t going to back to normal in the immediate future. It can feel silly and selfish to focus on something like running in a time where something like the coronavirus is happening. … Read the rest
The Ultimate Guide to Running A Virtual Race
After the coronavirus cancelled my marathon this month, I made the decision to run the marathon virtually. I wanted to push myself in a way that I hadn’t ever before, and remind myself of how strong I am during this time of stress and anxiety. … Read the rest
Shelter in Place: Lessons Learned – Weekly Recap 3.22.20
This is a week I will not forget anytime soon. It was the week that I ran a virtual marathon; 26.2 solo miles on my feet. All to remind myself that in these uncertain and often scary times, I am still much stronger than I know.… Read the rest
Staying Sane & Healthy While Social Distancing
This past week has been a wild one. From events closing, to schools extending Spring Break indefinitely, to races cancelling, the changes were somewhat astounding. For me, rapid changes like this aren’t great for my mental health, and I feel much better once I have a plan and resources in place for tackling what can feel like a scary event. So… Read the rest
Treadmill Tips For Moms, That You Haven’t Heard Of
This guest post is brought to you by Whitney Heins, founder of The Mother Runners, a place where moms who run or want to run can find information and inspiration to chase their dreams. Whitney is a former journalist who works from home with her two small children.… Read the rest