“You’re almost there.” Three words I never thought I’d utter from the sidelines. As a longtime back-of-the-pack runner, I’ve always had a love/hate relationship with the incredible volunteers who donate their time and energy to hydrate, inspire, and ensure [...]
Welcome to September, a month where #2 pencils and fresh notebooks hold all the promise of a new year. Instead of celebrating school supplies, we’re going to celebrate our gear this month. We’re looking for your most sentimental or [...]
Nothing says mid-life crisis like a good break-up. The split I’m battling as I turn 47 this month? Friday Night Lights (FNL) is no longer on Netflix. When I decided to embrace my disdain for running, FNL and Tim [...]
Why? Seriously. It is the question any sane person might ask themselves prior to lacing up for a long run. Yet, I, like thousands of other Mother Runners, keep doing it. In 2011 I ran across northern Wisconsin and [...]
“Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” This cliche, oftentimes misattributed to Einstein, rings true in my life. That said, this middle-aged Mama is finding that as I evolve, so does my [...]
Total disclaimer: This is a TMI post about a daily occurrence I never really thought about until it stopped happening. Yep. I’m going there. Constipation. Similar to many mother runners, I care a lot about my health. I’ve spent [...]
My 45-year old body recently reminded me I’m no longer in my 20s. It happened after a marathon Christmas present wrapping session, when I sat on the floor cross-legged. At the time, it seemed like a good idea. But, when [...]
A few of my pedicure pals after closing out the season with a 10K. Over a decade ago, I drank a few too many mojitos and proudly proclaimed I was training for a half-marathon. I was not. [...]
Beth enjoying some lake time. This post is going to be a bit vulnerable and perhaps a bit TMI so feel free to close your window now. I’m 45 and have a uterus, hence, I’ve begun the beautiful [...]
