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Better Body Image: a declaration of confidence

April 15, 2022 • 4 Comments

Better Body Image: a declaration of confidence

  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

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2019 Red’s Race 5 Miler Race Recap

April 8, 2022 • 3 Comments

2019 Red’s Race 5 Miler Race Recap

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

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Why I love running so much

April 1, 2022 • 1 Comment

Why I love running so much

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

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10 Benefits of Running Getaway-why a running retreat is right for you

March 25, 2022 • Leave a Comment

10 Benefits of Running Getaway-why a running retreat is right for youRunning Getaway-treat yourself to rave runs in beautiful places

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

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2019 Snowshoe National Championships Race Recap: Heartbreak

March 18, 2022 • 1 Comment

2019 Snowshoe National Championships Race Recap: Heartbreak2019 US Snowshoe National Championships

  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

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Running with Your Family: how to make running a family affair

March 11, 2022 • 29 Comments

Running with Your Family: how to make running a family affair

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

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Inspiring Running Quotes to Keep you Motivated

March 4, 2022 • 2 Comments

Inspiring Running Quotes to Keep you Motivated

  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

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Eating Disorder Awareness: resources for friends and family

February 28, 2022 • Leave a Comment

Eating Disorder Awareness: resources for friends and familyEating Disorder Resources: how to help a loved one with an eating disorder

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

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Your Running Isn’t Improving, here are three reasons why

February 25, 2022 • 2 Comments

Your Running Isn’t Improving, here are three reasons whyWhy your running isn't improving and how to fix it.

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

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Post-Run Snacks to help you recover after your next run

February 18, 2022 • 1 Comment

Post-Run Snacks to help you recover after your next run7 post run snacks

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

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Hi! I'm Sarah, the girl behind RunFarGirl. I'm a wife, mom, runner and defeater of bulimia. I share all of it here on my blog.

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