Best Summer Running Gear for Women Who Sweat a Lot — From a Heavy Sweater Who Has Tried Everything
Let me just say it — I am a heavy sweater. Always have been. After a hard summer run I […]
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Best Ways to Track Your Fitness Progress — Tools and Tips for Active Women Over 50
Here is something I have learned after nearly 30 years of running — measuring your progress is fun and motivating…and
Best Father’s Day Gifts for the Dad Who Runs — Ideas at Every Price Point
Father’s Day is coming and if the dad in your life is a runner you are in luck. Runners are
Run in the Rain — Why You Should Embrace It This Spring
Let me tell you something that took me a few years of running to fully accept — a warm run
Ready to Start Running? Here Are 10 Products to Help You Have Fun Getting Started
Starting to run is one of the best decisions you can make for your body, your mind, and your overall
How Spring Running Is Different From Winter Running — A Runner’s Perspective
I have been running in upstate New York for nearly 30 years. That means I have experienced the full spectrum
Best Recovery Products for Women Runners Over 50 — What I Actually Use
Recovery is not optional. It is where the work happens. After nearly 30 years of running I have learned that
Garmin Forerunner 265 Review — Why This Watch Changed How I Train
I have been running for nearly 30 years. For most of that time I ran by feel — no data,
The Complete Runner’s Foot Care Guide — 9 Products Every Woman Runner Needs
Let’s talk about feet. Specifically runner’s feet. After nearly 30 years of running I can tell you that runner’s feet
8 Amazon Running Products That Went Viral — And Actually Live Up to the Hype
The running community has a way of finding great products and spreading the word fast. Some things go viral on
10 Best Amazon Fitness Finds for Summer — Everything You Need for Hot Weather Workouts
Summer workouts require a different toolkit than the rest of the year. More hydration, more sun protection, more cooling strategies,
6 Ways How I Stay Cool Running in the Summer Heat
I live in upstate New York where we spend about five months desperately waiting for warm weather. And then summer
Best Summer Running Routes — How to Find Great Places to Run
After nearly 30 years of running I have logged miles in a lot of different places — neighborhood streets, state
My First Trail Run — What Actually Happened
I wrote a post a few weeks ago about the trail running gear I was getting ready with for my
How Do I Get My Daily Steps? With a Quiet Walking Pad and Weighted Vest
I have been hitting 10,000 steps every single day since December 5th. Not some days. Every day. The secret is
Mistakes Made When Buying Running Shoes for Women (I Learned the Hard Way)
Let me tell you about the time I tried to save money on running shoes and ended up barely able
Best Workout Sets for Women Over 50 — 7 Sets I Actually Bought and Love
I went on a bit of a workout set shopping spree recently and I have zero regrets. I did a
Best Running Socks for Women Over 50 — Because Blisters Are Not Optional
Nobody talks about running socks enough. They are the most overlooked piece of running gear and one of the most
Best Ways to Stay Hydrated as a Runner in Summer
Let me tell you about a race I ran on an unusually hot May day. It was a 10 mile
Best Running Tops for Women Over 50 – For Every Season and Every Workout
A great running top does more than cover you up. It manages moisture, protects you from the elements, moves with
Why the Garmin Forerunner 265 and Runna App Are a Huge Game Changing Combination
I have been running since 1997. I have logged more miles than I can count and learned a lot along
Not Young, Not Geriatric — Honesty On Fitness for the Active Woman Over 50
I want to talk about a gap in the fitness content world that frustrates me every single time I encounter
5 Best Workout Shorts with Pockets for Women – Perfect for Summer
Summer is coming and it is time to talk about shorts. Specifically shorts with real pockets – because pocketless workout
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Running
I started running in 1997. I had no idea what I was doing, no real plan, and nobody to tell
Best Sports Nutrition for Women Over 50 (What I Actually Use)
Sports nutrition is a crowded and confusing space. Walk down the supplement aisle of any store and you will find
Best Fitness Apps for Women Over 50 (The Ones I Actually Use)
There is no shortage of fitness apps out there. There is, however, a shortage of honest recommendations for best fitness
6 Best Running Accessories For Women — The Ones I Never Run Without
After nearly 30 years of running I have tried just about every accessory on the market. Most of them are
Best Sports Bras for Women Over 50 (That Actually Support You)
Let’s talk about sports bras. Specifically the ones that actually work — that stay in place, provide real support, and
How to Get Back to Running Outside After Winter – A Spring Checklist
There is a moment every spring that every runner knows. The snow finally melts, the roads clear up, and you
The Real Secret to My 7 Year Peloton Streak (And Counting)
I have been working out with Peloton consistently for over seven years. Not perfectly. Not always enthusiastically. But consistently. Seven
7 Best Mother’s Day Gifts for the Active Mom
Mother’s Day is coming and if the mom in your life is a runner, a cyclist, a gym goer, or
7 Irresistible Easter Basket Ideas for the Runner in Your Life
Easter baskets are not just for candy anymore. If you have a runner in your life — or if you
Get Ready to Run Outside — A Spring Gear Guide for Women Over 50
There is nothing quite like the first outdoor run of spring after a long winter. In upstate New York that
Why Strength Training After 50 Changes Everything
I want to talk about something that does not get enough attention in the fitness world – what actually happens
Best Running Shoes for Women Over 50 (From a Neutral Road Runner Who Has Tried Dozens)
I have been running since 1997. That is nearly 30 years of road miles, worn out soles, and hard learned
How to Start Running After 50 (From Someone Who Has Been Running Since 1997)
I started running in 1997. I was not a lifelong athlete. I was not fast. I just decided to start,