
Types of Running Races (Picking the Right Race)
The speed in regards to running has been measured for many years and running competitions have been popular all around the world. Regardless of whether …
The speed in regards to running has been measured for many years and running competitions have been popular all around the world. Regardless of whether …
If you are someone who enjoys running and doing workouts as well to be able to improve your form and stay active, maybe you are …
Everyone has probably experienced heaviness in their legs during running at some point in their lives. There are a couple of reasons why this happens. …
Speedwork drills can do wonders for your marathon training! Improve performance and recovery with this Caterpillar run interval workout, and then learn why speed work …
I knew I had to oblige and create a Hungry Root Copycat Sriracha Peanut Sauce after so many people were drooling over my dinner from …
I feel like I spend half of my intros on this blog telling you all thank you! But I hope that you understand how very …
These Healthy Turkey Meatballs with Italian Herbs are the perfect way to herb up your healthy menu plan. (heh, get it? Herb up?) Gluten free, …
About 2 weeks ago, I posted about the Handful and Momentum BeYoutiful Body Positivity and Self Love Campaign on the blog and on instagram. Baring my soul …
This Workout Wednesday post is dedicated to all the New Runners and Fitness Newbies out there! I know that there are quite a few of …
Read all my other posts here! Before anything else, I want to announce that Alex was officially appointed a Chief Resident of Internal Medicine yesterday! He …
Let’s talk vegan chorizo pumpkin quesadillas aka dinner tonight. I am so freaking pump(kin)ed about today’s post. Not only am I going to give you …
Ah, the infamous marathon taper. The only time when doing less requires doing more, huh? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! Link up with me …
Ah, oatmeal. A favorite of just about any blogger, runner, and cookie lover out there. Oats are so freaking versatile, not to mention delicious and …
And we are back in Chicago! Alex and I both have a day of work today and then the weekend, which is alway weird and …
Running books are the perfect gifts for your favorite running coach or runner! We should all be lifelong students, right? If you have been reading …
It is no secret that the past 7 days have been a bit up, down, and all around for me. But you all know that, …
Understand the yoga wheel benefits for runners, and try these yoga wheel poses to get an even deeper stretch. Check out the pose guide, review …
Coming atcha with a quick and easy recipe that is a staple in my “house” but that we hadn’t had for quite some time until …
Hey Friends! Happy Wednesday! This Sunday, after working on taxes and laundry (well, Alex was, who knows what I was doing), Alex and I ventured …
Thank you all so very, very much for all your birthday wishes! Y’all certainly know how to make a girl feel special, seriously! I spent a …
The Empower Race Weekend was a beautiful weekend of yoga, running, and, yes, plenty of empowerment. Don’t miss my race review, my race recap (my …
My posts on how I’m maintaining my fitness (and accommodating my limitations) during my injury and my December in Chicago Bucket List were way to composed and thought out. …
Yesterday, I posted about how Alex and I vacation, that how we vacation shows who we are. Today, I am going to take that and have a …
I’m all about the unexpected smoothie ingredients; banana and strawberry etc just aren’t going to cut it for me! I like to have fun with …
What is the difference between running by feel and running by pace? Is one better than the other? Find out why the subtle differences in …
Happy Thursday, pigeons. Let’s have some fun today, shall we? For whatever reason, I just kept thinking that line to myself yesterday before I wrote …
SO MUCH PUMPKIN! I have my last new pumpkin recipe for you all today, but because it is also Thinking Out Loud Thursday, I wanted …
Whether it is your first full marathon or your 50th half marathon, know that we all question ourselves at the start line. Read this and …
Foreced Rest is every athlete’s nightmare. Find out how to deal with forced rest without going crazy! Whether forced or by choice, the concept of rest …
Do runners really need special running socks? Are the “fancy” brands really that much better? Read on to find out, check out my Feetures review, …
Well, that is at least what I imagine goes through most people’s brains. Or would go through mine. Read my other posts to find out …
What are your gym bag essentials that you rely on to refresh right after a long run or workout? Join in for Coaches’ Corner! Welcome to …
If you are a runner, you need to learn how to prevent injury with glute engagement. Period. End of story. And guess what? It isn’t …
Today, I want to take you behind the scenes and explain what does a running coach do? From talking paces to who should hire a …
Before I get ahead of myself, I want you to click RIGHT HERE and check out my guest post today on the lovely Jen’s blog Bagels …
Getting results from personal training should be easy, right? Well, yes and no! Use these tips to really get the most from your training sessions. …
Running the Chicago Marathon? You need this Race Review, Recap and overall Marathon Guide to get your though the weekend and have the best marathon …
I’ve noticed over the past year a marked rise in shame-full talk in fitness circles: shaming, and talking about shaming. Fat-shaming, thin-shaming, last-person-to-finish-the-race-shaming, cardio-bunny shaming, …
Yes, that is right: my 30 minute step by step meal prep for power bowls will provide you with complete nutrition, whole food meals and …
This gluten free, vegan copycat cherry limeade post workout smoothie will not only cure your Sonic Cherry Limeade craving but will also take care of …
Have you ever wanted to turn your dog into a running partner? Use these tips (hey, they might apply to more than just your dog’s …
This week, I’m talking about hill treadmill workouts for any distance! I live in Chicago, I have clients who live in Florida, and we don’t …
I’m about to make you the star of your holiday dessert party with these light Pecan Pie Tartlets. Gluten free, around 100-150 calories each, and …
Sometimes, even the most mundane subjects (colonoscopies, running, talking about running, hair) take on a new meaning when they come with new opportunities. This week …
Yesterday I had a real treat–I got to get my running gait analyzed at the Nike store on Michigan Avenue to get fitted for Nike …
My brain hurts. So I’m going to talk about food. Another day at Suzlyfe. 1) Jessica’s Natural Foods Motor City Crunch Granola aka crack (in a good, happy …
Well, that was an interesting weekend. Moving is never easy (though I do enjoying the decluttering process) and this was as smooth a move as …
How do you start running, either as a first time runner or after an injury? Find out how to safely and happily start running on …