Earning Your Food

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

7 Tips for Fueling for Performance

In a world that celebrates very few body types, it’s almost an act of rebellion to fuel for performance, rather than “diet and exercise.”  But fortunately, more female athletes are understanding the importance fueling adequately, and focusing more on athletic performance than pure aesthetics. … Read the rest

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

Fueling for Summer Running

Summer has certainly made itself known on the roads and trails.  With soaring temps, rising humidity, and hours of Sun.  All the conditions that come along with Summer can actually help make you a stronger runner.  But you have to be able to survive the environment. … Read the rest

Complete Guide to Running Fuel

When I started training for my first half-marathon, I was so surprised to learn that I would probably need to eat while racing.  My mind went insane.  How in the world do you chew, swallow, and eat food while you’re moving?! … Read the rest

The Best Fitness Apps In 2020

I’m gonna date myself here, but there were no iPhones in existence when I started running and working out in college.  Which meant there wasn’t a single fitness app available.  Crazy, right?  Thankfully, technology has come a long way and there are more workout, lifting, nutrition, and running apps than I could ever need. … Read the rest

Insane Things Only Runners Understand

This weekend I decided to complete and endurance challenge that entailed running one mile every hour for 24 hours.  For fun.  And as I was clicking away the hours, I started thinking about what a unique group of people runners are. … Read the rest

Morning Run Routine

Running is easy to fall in love with, once you’ve gotten into the routine of running regularly.  Building that routine into daily life however, is not always so easy.  The majority of my coaching clients have found that it’s easier to work running into mornings rather than evenings, and for the most part I agree. … Read the rest

What to Eat Before Running

What’s one of the best parts of endurance running?  The increased caloric demands definitely makes the top of the list of for me.  Now, I am not someone that subscribes to the “earn your meals” mentality, but I am someone who wants to fuel enough to train efficiently. … Read the rest

Chasing A Boston Qualifying Time – Weekly Recap – 3.1.20

I’m so happy to say that I think this was my last week of travel for a while!  The heavens part and angels sing, and my husband agrees to keep putting up with me.  I was in Austin Monday evening through Thursday afternoon. … Read the rest