I have discovered from experience that the constant pounding of running is not also good for your body. Unfortunately, some people's bodies can't train six days a week every week. I am one of those people. I did not only find this out once or twice. I have gotten running related stress fractures in my … Continue reading Not Running Training

I like the look of winter. I love the frozen trees and the occasional snowfall that makes my backyard look like a snow globe. I could sit inside my house by the heater and stare into the frozen outdoors for hours. Although watching from the inside makes the season look so pretty, I hate stepping … Continue reading Winter Running

I hate eggs. Plain eggs, breakfast sandwiches with egg, and even french toast that tastes too "eggy" I refuse to eat for breakfast. When I think of a nutritious breakfast, I think of eggs. Of course there are other options like sugary cereals and a simple piece of buttered toast, but options like these only … Continue reading Building a Better Breakfast

Whether you run one day a week or every day, you are a runner. Whether you run for five minutes or for an hour, you are a runner. This is the wonderful thing about running, anyone can do it. Any age, any strength, any ability, can become a runner. I think one of the most … Continue reading What is a Runner?

One of the most important (and my least favorite) parts of running is stretching. In order to stay injury-free and to improve running form, an easy solution is stretching. My legs account for about 75% of my body, so naturally stretching is not my forte. With this being an area I can improve on, I … Continue reading Stretching Struggles