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Becoming a Student of Running
With training, I often think about what I need to be doing in the gym. Work harder, run faster, lift heavier. I have become more of a doer than a thinker. Don’t get me wrong – the physical act of...
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It's Never Over Until It's Over
This is most of all a running and fitness blog, however, if any of you watched the Seahawks vs. Packers game yesterday, you know why I had to bring football into the mix. Being from the Northwest, I am...
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Stairs are a Girls (and Boys) Best Friend!
I’m always looking for ways to tone up my legs and keep strong glutes and hamstring muscles. Stair climbing works all of the muscles in the legs and are great for building strength and endurance. In...
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Willits Classic 5k Race Recap
This past Sunday I raced in the Willits Classic 5k here in Northern California. It’s a small town race and had about 120 racers this year. I was excited because it was my first race of the year, but...
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Get Muddy in 2015 with Pretty Muddy!
It’s that time of year again. Race season is upon us and between all the 5k’s, 10k’s, half marathon’s and marathon’s, now is the time to add a fun girls weekend to break up your training. The Pretty...
View ArticleRunning Form Tips and Drills
Form is a huge part of running. I, for one, am constantly working on running with my shoulders down and relaxed, back straight and a slight forward lean. The longer the run, the more important it is to...
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Represent and Run with Me for International Women's Day!
Happy Saturday, lovelies! I really hope you all had an amazing week and are ready for the time change tomorrow! I am super excited for many reasons, but mainly, because that means I have an extra hour...
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8-Minute Strength Workout For Runners
It’s the end of a long run or race and your legs feel like lead, each step getting harder and harder… The difference between runners who can push through and runners that slow down is strength, both...
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Living Life in the Fast Lane
Where has the time gone? I feel like I am always running from one thing to the next and over the past few weeks my writing has taken a backseat. Between a mini-vacation, to a new job, to personal...
View ArticleHow Many Miles Is Enough?
So, you’re a runner. You’ve run a few races, a 5k, 10k, half marathon, etc. Now you want to improve, get faster, smoke your previous PR time, and become the best you can be. But how many miles, what...
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Style Session with SIX:02
I was provided a style session and one complimentary outfit as a courtesy from SIX:02. All opinions are my own. Two weekends ago I had the opportunity to participate in my very own style session with...
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Develop Speed with this Track Workout
Running on a track is necessary for developing speed. Surprisingly, some of my favorite workouts have been on the track. Luckily for me, I live near a track with a pretty awesome view that distracts me...
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Get Ready to Run Your Fastest Mile
If you follow me on social media then you know that I have been participating in the Nike+ Running challenge to run my Fastest Mile on August 30th. Since the race is this Sunday – this week is taper...
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The Benefits of Hill Running
Let’s face it. No one really likes to run hills. We like what hills do for our body (and our booty!), but does anyone truly enjoy running up a steep hill? Getting the heart pounding, feeling every...
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Concrete Runners Half Marathon Training Event
This last weekend I had an amazing time leading a running workshop with the running group, Concrete Runners, in San Francisco. This running crew is full of inspiring men and women and I was so happy to...
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Tips for Self Motivation
Motivation comes from within. Or at least it should. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. You can, however, train yourself to SELF MOTIVATE. Running itself is a constant battle. I don’t know...
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Portland Half Marathon Race Recap
Last weekend I ran the Portland Half Marathon. 13.1 miles through downtown Portland and along the waterfront. I hadn’t trained too well and was running this race more to enjoy Portland than to go for a...
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Nike Women’s Half Marathon San Francisco Race Recap
On October 18th I participated in the Nike Women’s Half Marathon in San Francisco. This was my fifth year running the race and second time running the half. The first three years I ran the full 26.2...
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Challenge Yourself to #GetOutHere
The winter months can be a hard time to stay active outside. The weather takes a turn for the worse and you would much rather sit by the fire then head outside for a freezing cold run. I hear you! But...
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6 Reason’s I’m Running the New Year
2016 is here and there is so much to look forward to. I have two jobs that I love, I’m finally get my trip to Australia and New Zealand, am headed to Florida for some Disney vacation fun and am excited...
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