Best & Worst Running Advice
Running can be intimidating for the beginner or the seasoned veteran. Recreational runners and professional pacesetters alike all face common challenges, but the answers are found through trial and error. […]
Lessons from Ultra Culture
When I got to the top of the hill, I was crushed. This was supposed to be a race—a run—and every last one of us had spent the last half […]
Sweet Treats of Duluth
Grandma’s Marathon weekend is the culmination of months of rigorous training and for many this includes a disciplined nutrition plan. What should not be overlooked in your plan is celebratory […]
Gearing Up for the Long Run: ASICS GEL-Cumulus 27 and Essential Tools for Training
As both the owner of 605 Running Company and a proud Grambassador for Grandma’s Marathon, I spend a lot of time on my feet—literally and figuratively. When it comes to […]
Grandma’s Marathon 2025: A PR with Dad (part 3)
Part 1: A Goal Part 2: Consistency and Discipline Part 3: Accountability Often as runners, we hear about having those around us hold us accountable as we chase our goals. […]
Returning to the Marathon
If you’ve just stumbled upon my blog, maybe I should introduce myself. I am Angie, I love the Iowa Hawkeyes, love to crochet, love to run, plus many other random […]
Getting Noticed as a Deaf Runner: Making an Impact
Running is an empowering sport, but for deaf runners, it comes with unique challenges. Whether in training groups, races, or social media, getting noticed isn’t always easy. Unlike other athletes, […]
The Importance of Dynamic Warm-Ups and Cool-Downs in Marathon Training
Hey there, runners! As you lace up your shoes and gear up for another workout, have you thought about how important warm-ups and cool-downs are for your performance and recovery? […]
Race Day Battles: How to Push When It Gets Tough
Rain is starting, nervous energy is everywhere, the people around me are starting to settle into their marathon race pace, and I’m about fifteen minutes into the race thinking, “Wow, […]
Marathon Weekend Lodging: Camping at the DECC
One of the most stressful aspects leading up to Grandma’s Marathon races – aside from registration and training – is securing lodging for the weekend. Questions about hotels and where […]