This week was definitely not the most productive I’ve ever had. My son got sick Monday evening, and then I was blessed with the beginnings of a sinus infection. Years ago, I probably would have done one of two things. I probably would have tried to keep working out as much as possible until I was sick enough that I basically couldn’t function. … Read the rest
Tag Archives: diet culture in running
Diet Culture & Athletes
Since the beginning of humanity, people have been differentiated from animals through our level of self-awareness. We know that we are people, that we have thoughts, and that we have self-determination. Which can be really great. But it also means that we are generally consumed with thinking about……ourselves. … Read the rest
Running Nutrition, the Female Athlete Triad, and Counting Macros
Running and nutrition have long been synonymous, and for a long time runners were told that lighter = faster. Thankfully, runners like Mary Cain, Tina Muir, and Amelia Boone are getting honest about the pressure to stay small, and how it has negatively impacted not only their running performance, but their mental health. … Read the rest
My Love/Hate Relationship with Turkey Trots
For the past several years, my mom and I have run the Dallas Turkey Trot Thanksgiving morning. I love running in Dallas, so it’s something I’ve looked forward to every year. We’ve already started our trip to Dallas (we break it up by stopping for a few days at my dad’s house) for Thanksgiving, and it’s got me thinking about my love/hate relationships with Turkey Trots. … Read the rest