One of the most common complaints of the beginning runner is “I can’t catch my breath!” We’ve all been there. Here’s why: You’re running too fast. Seriously, that’s it. Slow down, and it will be easier to breathe. Running is hard work, and it takes time and consistency to acclimate. You’re asking your heart, lungs, […]
How Not To Get Mad About Gaining Weight
This afternoon, I had a great conversation with my friend Melissa about gaining weight, and body acceptance. We were discussing our respective attitudes towards food, overeating, and comments from others about our bodies, and realized that both of us had found peace within ourselves around those issues. It all started because I told her that […]
My Month of Going Naked (Life Without My VivoFit)
After more than two years of continuously wearing an activity tracker, the unthinkable happened last month. My Garmin Vivofit fell off my wrist one morning while I was out running in Valley Forge Park. And somehow, I didn’t even notice it was missing until an hour later, when I looked at my wrist to see my step count. For […]
How To Keep Running During Pregnancy
I’m so excited to have Julia Jones of Up & Running online running courses guest posting today! This Italian-dwelling American has been a runner and running coach for over fifteen years, including helping hundreds of moms run safely during and after pregnancy. Today she shares her top running tips for a fit and happy nine months! […]
