While running, it seems that every thought possible has gone through my head. From the random, meaningless thoughts to the very important, can’t forget thoughts. Sadly (or maybe not depending on what the thought was!), with the way that my mind works, within a few minutes I’m thinking about something completely different. Research shows that … Continue reading What I Think About While I’m Running
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What Running Has Taught Me
If you are a runner, or maybe even if you aren’t, you know that running has many different benefits. Of course, there are the obvious physical benefits as well as mental health benefits such as reducing stress levels and helping to build someone’s confidence. Beyond those benefits, however, are the lessons that are less talked … Continue reading What Running Has Taught Me
Why I Run
Why do I run? This is the question that is most often asked of me. Not by other people, but in my head. Not in a negative way. Well, most of the time it’s not anyway. I think about it more so as what is my purpose for running? What keeps me moving towards my … Continue reading Why I Run
Streaking Highlights
A few weeks ago, I posted on here about some struggles that I have had during my running streak that started on November 24, 2017. Naturally, there have also been many good moments and highlights that have come during this time. To be honest, I never paid too much attention to year anniversaries or milestone … Continue reading Streaking Highlights
Overcoming Obstacles
Unfortunately, from time to time, obstacles are put in front of us that temporarily prevent us from getting everything that we think we should be getting out of our training. Of course, the extent or severity of these obstacles can vary from person to person and between the obstacles themselves. If you run into any … Continue reading Overcoming Obstacles
Thoughts on Running Shoes (Part 1)
It’s often said that the only thing you need to run is a good pair of running shoes. Hopefully, you’re wearing more than running shoes while out on your runs, but in my opinion, a good pair of running shoes is by far the most essential thing whether you are just starting out running or … Continue reading Thoughts on Running Shoes (Part 1)
Running Through the Heat
Depending on where in the world you live, the hot weather might be on it’s way or maybe you’ve even had a few warm days already. Living on the east coast of the US, we’ve had a couple warmer days, but I know that just around the corner are the really hot days. Add in … Continue reading Running Through the Heat
Tips for New Runners
A couple weeks ago, I posted about shifting my focus after realizing an increase in fatigue and decrease in energy levels caused by the last year of increased mileage. In many ways, my shift in focus was really a way to get back to basics for me. So that got me thinking about some things … Continue reading Tips for New Runners
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