Better Body Image I always wanted better body image. For a very long time I thought wearing a sports bra on a hot summer run was reserved for women who had lean, fit bodies and I wasn't one of them. I really wanted to be able to ditch that top layer, that feels like a weight vest sometimes when the humidity is suffocating. Mostly, I wanted to be confident enough to pull it off, even if my ... Read More
I was well into mile three of the Red's Race 5 Miler, running out in front as the lead female when this thought popped into my head, "Sarah, you keep looking around at the start line of races for the "fast women" to see who's going to win. Maybe that's you?" Right behind that thought came the inner critic "Well, you're still not THAT fast. Think of all the other women who aren't here that would ... Read More
Why Running? I've been asking myself lately why running is so important to me. Especially with my running retreat, Rise.Run.Retreat. just around the corner. Why do I love it so much? If I love to move, why not yoga or hiking or cycling? What is it about running that has captivated my attention and become an integral part of identity? There are certainly many aspects of running that appeal ... Read More
Lately, I've been thinking about why a running getaway can be so beneficial. I recently read an article in the New York Times that resonated with me. It talked about the expectation of a generation of women who are raised to believe they can have it all: career and family, but then are faced with rising cost and increasing demands of motherhood. "The result is that women’s expectations seem to be ... Read More
I am not here to prove. I am here to be. Those were the words I wrote in my journal the morning of the 2019 Snowshoe National Championships in Cable, Wisconsin. I spent most of 2018 trying to prove to myself that I was the athlete who finished third at the 2018 US Snowshoe National Championships. I tried to prove it on the roads. I tried to prove it on the ... Read More
Balancing "Me time" with family time When I step back and tally up the amount of time that goes into my running, I realize it is a lot. And it's not just the time on the road it's the cross training, the running club meetings and track workouts, the physical therapy and massage appointments, the race and time getting to races. It adds up and most of that time is spent on my own away from my ... Read More
If you're feeling your running mojo wavering and you're in need of a little pick-me up, these inspiring running quotes are sure to lift you up help bring back a little motivation. These are ten quotes that I have written throughout my training log and in my journal to help me stay focused and motivated when my self-talk turns negative. [Tweet "Check out @runfargirl's favorite ... Read More
I recently polled my audience to find out how many people knew a loved one struggled with or had struggled with an eating disorder themselves. The overwhelming response (94%) was "yes," which considering it is topic I frequently talk about is not so surprising. However what did surprise me was that fact that as many as 50% of the people polled didn't know how to help a struggling friend or loved ... Read More
Why your running isn't improving: Are you wondering why you running isn't improving? Whether you've just run your first race or you've been running for a while, it seems that most runners are looking to improve. For some that means a faster pace, for others it means feeling strong at the finish and for others it means feeling like you're running the miles instead of having the miles run ... Read More
Picking nutrient dense post-run snacks can be a challenge, especially if you're pressed for time. Replenishing your body after a run or workout is key to staying healthy and avoiding injury and burnout. So I've put together seven post-run snacks I love. Ideally you should eat these post-run snacks within 30 minutes of finishing your run or workout. Since I'm an early morning runner my run often ... Read More
