One of the most common questions I receive from folks who want to try Up and Running is, “Can I do this program on a treadmill?” The answer is a resounding yes, but I realized it’s been a hot minute since I last dedicated a podcast episode to discussing treadmill techniques and tips, and I’m […]

One thought I hear all the time in my community is, “I’m not a real runner.” You look at other runners and think that because you don’t look the same or move as fast, you aren’t a real runner, and you doubt whether you ever will be. This topic comes up again and again, but […]

As a fat runner who has coached thousands of women to start running, I’ve noticed one thing that predicts their success: a beginner’s mindset. This mindset is extremely helpful to adopt when starting out as a runner, but the truth is, it can be a game-changer for experienced runners as well. There are five beginner’s […]

I’ve got a treat for you this week. Coach Elle Dee from the Run Your Best Life program is here to talk about her solo running summer adventure in Alaska. After joining our Alaskan retreat over the summer, she turned it into a two-month US adventure; her stories are amazing, and I knew we needed […]