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. […]
It Starts With You and It’s Good for Everyone. Creating Inclusive Spaces in Running.
In 2022, I found myself living in Montana. I was just getting serious about running. I was just settling into my queer and nonbinary identities. I was finally getting to […]
How GM Drew Me In
I run a lot of races. Too many, according to my coach.Forty-two races in 2025, to be exact. Most of them are part of a statewide race series, which means […]
Gift Guide
Our 2026 Grambassadors are sharing their favorite running-related gifts that are helping them get to the starting line in 2026 Grandma’s Marathon Swag I love my Grandma’s Marathon cap, […]
Winter Training
Living in MN and training for Grandma’s Marathon means months of training when there is still snow on the ground and cold temperatures. I’ve always enjoyed running in the winter […]
Coming Back To Running:
Tips to Comeback Your Strongest if You’re Navigating Injury, Illness, Surgery, Chronic Illness and Pain, etc. 2025 has been a whirlwind of a year for me when it comes to […]