Going into the race, I wasn’t too confident in my training, or lack thereof. I had been running somewhat consistently since February, but my miles hadn’t been high.

There are few things more frustrating than putting in months of training and hard work, only to have a bad race day. Whether it’s because of bad weather, an injury flare up, or just an off day, a bad race can ruin your whole day. It can leave you feeling disappointed, discouraged, and a gross feeling that is hard to shake.

As a former collegiate runner, I developed many unhealthy habits and toxic views that I am still trying to unlearn, five years later. I used to believe that being skinny was the key to running fast, and that consuming too many carbs would make me gain weight.

As a runner, injuries can be a frustrating setback, and I've had my fair share. In just three years, I suffered from four injuries, including a hip injury that took me out of commission for a few months. However, with the Detroit Free Press Marathon on the horizon, I decided to give it another shot.

This winter will be my 8th winter running outside and I’m so happy that the snow is finally here. In order to stay motivated and safe this winter, I have some foolproof tips to get you through the winter as well.

I began marathon training today after once again going through physical therapy for a running injury. It was extremely tough mentally and physically, but I’m back to it and eager to stay injury free.

Being injured this time really changed my perspective about running. I don’t know if it’s the 18+ months of no racing or two injuries over the past year, but I really don’t feel the same way that I used to about running. At least for the time being, running has now become something that I like to do because it makes me feel good.

I’m sitting in the doctor’s office, waiting for my diagnosis. My heart is pounding and I can feel my face is hot and red. I rub my hands together, then on my shorts, to wipe the sweat away. I take a few deep breaths, in hopes to calm myself down.

After a few months of searching, I finally have a wardrobe of sports bras that hold me in, hold the girls down, and don’t cause pain.

If you’re like me, you’re constantly searching for new items to add to your running wardrobe. Over the years, I’ve discovered a few websites that I keep coming back to because of their low prices and quality gear.

Rotating your shoes can help prevent injury and helps make your running shoes last longer. I have four shoes in my current rotation, designating a specific shoe for different types of runs.

Balance, one of the biggest struggles of this sport. There are so many things that go into marathon training that it can become overwhelming trying to fit it all in, especially with a busy work schedule.

After a few months of dark, early morning miles, I’ve really learned to enjoy them. I’ve been able to wake up earlier and earlier each week to get out the door before the sun comes up.

I finally tried out some Lululemon leggings, and while I love them, I discovered a great Lululemon alternative for a quarter of the price.

Today is my rest day, meaning I will not be doing any activity today other than writing this post and washing/folding laundry. I cherish my rest days because I know how important they are for helping my body recover. Rest and recovery days are important for muscle recovery and help prevent injury when done properly. So what is the difference?

Looking at your training schedule and everything there is to do, it can be a little intimidating. I overwhelm myself sometimes too. But, there are ways to get it all in, you may just need to be a bit creative!

As a former college athlete and current aspiring Boston Marathoner, I align monthly, weekly, and daily goals to set myself up for success.

I just finished up 6 weeks of physical therapy and while I was there, I got scolded for a few things. Not having access to trainers daily has been one of my biggest struggles post-collegiately.

After having trouble waking up early for years, I finally started making morning runs my priority this winter. But, running in the dark can be frightening. After some research, I discovered the best dark running gear.

As a college runner, there were no days off, so I learned quickly how to love running on the ice and snow.