Seriously how is it May already? I should know by now how quickly time passes. It’s the perfect time to sit down with Coco, Deborah and you for a little catch-up session. Let’s Catch Up Over Coffee Over coffee I’d tell you I had my final post-op hip appointment and I’ve been cleared for ALL [Read More]
‘Tis the Season for Runfessions and Funfessions
This post contains an affiliate link. With just a couple days left of May, it’s time for Runfessions, or in this case some FUNfessions too. While this month has definitely had its MAYhem moments, celebrating the graduations, birthdays, Mother’s Day and more was a lot of fun too. Before we welcome June, let’s open the [Read More]
A Welcome Taste of Summer
Mother Nature gave us a most welcome taste of summer this past week. The copious sunshine and warm breezes to the tune of 80+ degrees were so divine. It was a summer lover’s paradise to be sure. Of course it’s all coming to an abrupt end and there’s a freeze warning in our future along [Read More]
Favorite Fall Running Gear
Fall is here and finally it actually feels like it too! Our Tuesdays on the Run Linkup asks you to share all of your fall running favorites. This post contains affiliate links. I’ve got a few things that have been indispensable to me lately: Ultimate Direction Hydration Pack. Finally a hydration pack made just for us [Read More]
Running Gear That Does So Much More
Running gear: We love it. I know I sure do. Neon colors, super wicking, thumbholes, insulated, reflective. These are all words used to describe some of my favorite things. But running gear isn’t just for running anymore. Can you think of things you bought for running that you ended up using for much more? Waist [Read More]
Benefits of Optimal Running Cadence Featuring Mizuno #WaveSky
Since we’re nearing the end of the month we’re wrapping up May on the Tuesdays on the Run linkup but I’m going to stray today because I’ve got something exciting to share. Special thanks to Mizuno and Fitfluential for sponsoring this discussion. Mizuno has unveiled a brand new shoe: The Wave Sky, and I had [Read More]
Plantronics BackBeat FIT Wireless Headphones Review and Giveaway
You guys! It seems like eons since I’ve done a giveaway. Maybe because it is. My 8-yr. blogiversary came and went and nothing. But today I’ve got something way too good to keep to myself. Us runners we love our tunes. The part I don’t love is untangling ridiculous wires, getting said wires caught as [Read More]
5 Reasons to Love the New Mizuno Waver Rider 20
Mizuno running shoes and I go way back. I ran 7 marathons in the Wave Creation until I got a blood blister the size of Asia at NYCM in 2014. The Creations and I broke up after NYCM but my love for the Sayonara for speed and tempo work has stood the test of time. [Read More]
5 Favorite Fall Running Essentials
Here in the Midwest, fall truly is the most wonderful time of year to get out and run. The temps have cooled, the air is crisp and the leaves are at their colorful best. What better time to share some of my favorite fall running essentials? Long-Sleeve, 1/2 Zip Top: A drop in temps sends [Read More]










