We are runners.
And amidst unprecedented and uncertain times, still we run. We run for clear minds, for solitude, for health, for therapy, for fresh air, for a sense of normalcy, for joy, for gratitude. And though we …
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
We may still be in quarantine but it’s not too early to start thinking about some gifts for Mother’s Day. Here’s to all the moms out there who are working, homeschooling, cooking, cleaning… and still running. 🙂
Xpand No-Tie Shoelaces: Do you …
Jilly
I started Couch to 5K in October after being terrified of exercise my whole life. Those first few weeks, I struggled to run for 30 seconds. Although I hated every moment afterwards, I felt great and so kept going.
In January, I graduated Couch to 5K — I was …
Kristen
Why did you sign up to do this race?
I came to triathlon late, as a non-runner and as a person who had not swum laps or ridden a bike since I was a kid. I just assumed I couldn’t do it. With heavy encouragement from a …
Melissa
Why did you sign up to do this race?
My brother, my sister-in-law and I wanted to run a half marathon together. (They live in MD and I am in FL). We talked about many different races, dates, locations, etc. This went on for quite some …
Kate
Why did you sign up to do this race?
I’ve done cyclocross nationals twice in the past. This year I decided to sign up because I was living in Alaska and the race was in Washington, so thought I would go race, have fun, and see some friends.
I …
Ashley
Why did you sign up to do this race?
I love seeking out adventure and living life to its fullest. I refer to myself as a “Lionheart” – brave and willing to try things that pull me outside of my comfort zone.
I ran my first 5K …
Cassandra
Why did you sign up to do this race?
I saw it — The Sandspur — on my Facebook feed and the venue looked like a fantastic place to run. I had run 20 or so half marathons and feel like a full is in my near future …