How to Use Your Pacer
Introduction “I’m just telling you now, I’m going to run almost perfect nine-o-nines for every split. Sorry to say it, but most of you won’t be able to hang with […]
Running the Half, Celebrating the Full
This year marks the 50th running of Grandma’s Marathon, a milestone that means so much to the runners, volunteers, staff, and spectators who return to the North Shore year after […]
Beyond the Asphalt: Why the Twinports is the Midwest’s Adventure Mecca
When I decided to move to the Twin Ports back in 2020, I wasn’t just looking for a new zip code; I was looking for a new way of life. […]
Women’s Health & Running: Training With Your Body, Not Against It
Running teaches us resilience, but it also offers an incredible opportunity to learn how to truly listen to our bodies, not just push through them. As an acupuncturist, registered nurse, […]
From Backyard Tent to Finish Line
If you had told me a few years ago that one of my favorite marathon memories would involve a tent, the winds off Lake Superior, and a very generous stranger’s […]
Camping It: “In-tents” Lodging Advice for Marathon Weekend
We have used both RTT (rooftop tent) and ground tent camping for biking and running races, depending on whether our kids are coming along and the weather conditions. The north […]
Troubleshooting Your Fueling
When I first started running, I did not pay too much attention to what I was eating other than making sure I was drinking enough water and eating when I […]
Why Yoga Became My Secret Weapon as a Runner
I started running 22 years ago during a time when my body felt anything but strong. After experiencing infertility, I was searching for a way to reconnect with my body—to […]
How Running Saved My Life…
It was 2020. And life was very much being dictated by COVID protocols: social distancing, staying at home, masks, working from home, etc. Both my summer races had been canceled […]
Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone
Runners love their routines. Heck, who doesn’t enjoy a good routine? Having morning coffee and catching up on current events before the day begins. That’s probably one of my favorites. […]