I have gushed over my MRTT running group many times over the years. Please indulge me again as I talk about the power and beauty of our MRTT Welcome Runs. Let me explain why I think they are so beneficial and maybe why you should join or host one yourself.Our MRTT group now has over 600 members and we are growing each week. We have noticed over the years that many new members are hesitant to come out to group runs. What was keeping them from joining and how could we change that? We had … [Read more...]
Celebrating International Women’s Day
This Friday, March 8th, is International Women's Day. I recently learned that women all over the world have been celebrating this day for over 100 years. Yes celebrations date back to the early 1900's in Austria and Germany. Who knew? I am taking this as an opportunity to honor all the strong women in my life.Celebrating International Women's Day International Women's Day is intended to be a day to celebrate women's achievements and impacts. Sounds like a good day to appreciate all of … [Read more...]
My Year of Running 2018
So much happens in a year of running doesn't it? I always find it so much fun to go back and take a look at my year of running and remind myself of all that I have accomplished and all of the memories associated with each race. There is always something to take away from each race and treasure.My Year of Running 2018 For The Love 10KEvery year I sign up for this race and every single year it turns out to be the most freezing day. This year was no exception! It might be those … [Read more...]
Runfessions with the Ultimate Coffee Date
Thanks for joining Coco and me for the Ultimate Coffee Date. This month, Runfessions and Friday Five all coincide so let's just combine them all into one big Runfessions with the Ultimate Coffee Date. The more the merrier right! I have lots to share this month so let's get right to it.Runfessions with the Ultimate Coffee Date If we were having coffee, I would Runfess and tell you...Tomorrow is our end of the season 5K race for the fall Girls on The Run Season. I am so excited to … [Read more...]
My Year In Running 2017
I love to do the "My Year In Running" post every December! I kind of forget about all of the races run, people met and good times had. I did far less racing this racing this year overall however, I have some great memories to look back on. Here's a few of my highlights from 2017.My Year In Running 2017 1 Indoor Tri Fun and low key way to start off the New Year. All signed up to do it again in a few weeks.4 10K races [Tweet "5k's, 10K, & Tris looking back on a year of #running … [Read more...]
How To Organize An Unofficial Beer Mile Run
Perhaps you've noticed the rising popularity of Beer Mile Runs? Seems as though running and beer drinking are quite pairing these days with many races offering post race beers. Our MRTT group planned a Beer Mile run last night as a going away party for one of our long time members. It was such a fun and different event for us and I thought it would be interesting to share the details with you all. Perhaps you might decide to Organize your own Unofficial Beer Mile Run.First a bit of info … [Read more...]
The Value of Finding A Running Tribe
Happy Friday! If you have been here before or seen any of my social pics, you have probably seen and heard me gush about how much I completely adore my Moms Run This Town group. I could go on and on about why I love my running tribe and how valuable I think having a running tribe is. But I've narrowed it down to my top 5 reasons!The Value of Finding A Running Tribe Accountability We all have days where we might just want to hit that snooze button and sleep in but I know my gang is … [Read more...]
Looking Back On My Year in Running 2016
Tis the season to look back on all of the many miles run and races completed throughout 2016. This is where having a blog is so helpful because who can remember all the crazy amount of races you signed for? Here is a quick "run down" of my year of running 2016.Year of Running 2016 3 5K's2 Destination races Skirts Sports ambassador retreat and 5KHershey Half Weekend[Tweet "Looking back on a year of #running memories #love2run"] 1 5 Miler5 10K's1 Relay … [Read more...]
Celebrating Global Running Day
I couldn't let Global Running Day go by without some sort of celebration! How great is it that this "holiday" is now a global event?! I have not done a Q & A type post in a long while, so I am joining in on Kristen's Blog. It's not too late to answer the questions yourself and join in on the fun.Global Running Day Q & A Why do you run?I found running in my mid 30's. Running did not come naturally to me at all and I vividly remember my first track run where I could … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Coffee Date-March
Good morning! Thanks for joining me, Coco and Lynda for the March Ultimate Coffee Date. These are some of my favorite posts to read and write so lets get right to it!March Ultimate Coffee Date If we were having coffee today, I would tell you...I am feeling a lot more confident about building up my running miles in preparation for the Cherry Blossom 10 miler. I was really worried about hurting myself again and kind of felt like it was my cursed race. I had to drop out the last 2 years due … [Read more...]
Learn, Run & Shop + Shoe Giveaway
Our local Road Runner Sports store has long been my go to for shoes and gear however, as I am quickly learning there is so much more going on. Road Runner Sports is a place to learn, run & shop.Last weekend, we had a private seminar on injury prevention and pre run stretching. Recap and demo here. Our Moms Run This Town group learned a lot of really practical advice to implement into our running routines. Road Runner loves to work with local groups to offer classes and seminars … [Read more...]
3 Pre Run Stretches To Enhance Your Run In Under 5 minutes
There has been lots of debate as to whether runners should stretch before or after a run for best performance and injury prevention. I admit that I rarely if ever stretch before running as I am rushing out to the door to make it to meet our group. I also admit that I am tight in the morning and for sure could benefit from a few quick Pre Run Stretches.Our local Road Runner Sports set up an injury prevention and stretching workshop for us last weekend "run" by Jose Chacon at Stretch … [Read more...]
