Let’s do a quick rewind of last week: I set my sights on hitting 23 miles, but guess what? I kicked it up a notch and clocked in at 24 miles, thanks to an unexpected 9-mile long run instead of the planned 8! Looking ahead to next week, it’s all… Read more⇢

I’m getting geared up for a trip here soon and thinking about how it will impact my running routine. But you know what? Exploring a new city on foot is like unwrapping a present of endless surprises. It’s my absolute favorite way to get to know a place. You’re not… Read more⇢

Guess what? I wasn’t talking about your weekly long run, but rather looking out into the future. Sure, focusing on the short-term goals can be alright, but when we hit a speed bump and can only see what’s happening right in front of us, it can be a real bummer.… Read more⇢

Todays workout: 1.6 mile warm up – 4×800 hill repeats with 800 cooldown jog Repeat 1: 7:00 pace Repeat 2: 7:10 pace Repeat 3: 6:45 pace Repeat 4: 6:25 pace Notes: I was faster than expected. But I was completely gassed after the last one. Probably could have done another… Read more⇢

Today is like a weather jackpot—not too hot, not too cold, with a sky that’s playing coy behind a sightly overcast veil. It’s the kind of day that makes choosing an outfit feel like a trivial pursuit; whether it’s long sleeves and shorts or pants with a breezy tee. For… Read more⇢

Runs aimed at reaching your weekly mileage can seem insignificant. It’s easy to conjure up excuses to skip the workout or opt for a different one. Listening to your body is essential, especially when considering alternatives. However, those days spent slogging through miles accumulate. Easy runs offer numerous benefits, like… Read more⇢

Can you believe it’s been a whopping 11 years since I set my personal record for the 5k? It’s like a blast from the past, or should I say, a sprint from another era! If I hadn’t checked the race results, I’d swear it was just a mere 5 years… Read more⇢

Exciting news starting this week! I’ll be dishing out my weekly mileage updates along with a juicy breakdown of my planned runs. Here’s the scoop: I’ve got four runs lined up—three 5-milers and a grand finale of an 8-mile long run, making it a quick 23-mile week. I’m giving myself… Read more⇢

Embarking on the journey toward your athletic dreams often feels like navigating a wild obstacle course filled with more twists and turns than a rollercoaster ride. Despite your best intentions to stick to a strict routine, life has a sneaky way of throwing curveballs your way. I mean, who among… Read more⇢