The Return to the Starting Line
It’s been almost two weeks since my last post — longer than I planned, but…
Tag: running for beginners
Week 7 Recap: Fuel Questions, Zone 2 Lessons, and an Ankle Scare
This week 7 weight loss and running journey didn’t go quite as planned. I started with good…
Zone 2 Running: Time to Slow Down So I Can Speed Up Later
When I started training for this 5K, my goal was simple: run the whole race…
Week 5 Recap: Breaking 300, Even Through Setbacks
This week was a mix of highs and lows. I started with one of my…
Week 4 Recap: Dead Legs, Big Hills, and Steady Progress
This week felt different from Week 3. Instead of spiraling with slip-ups, I felt like…
Getting Geared Up for Running: A Beginner’s Guide (with tips for heavier runners)
Starting out as a runner isn’t just about willpower — it’s about having the right…
Week 3 Recap: Lessons From a Bad Week
This was a rough week all around. Every run felt tough, my diet slipped, and…
First Impressions: Testing Five of the Best Running Socks
If you had told me even a few weeks ago that I’d be reviewing running…
Week 2 Results: Wins, Struggles, and Lessons
Fighting My Way Back to Athlete The patellar tendon just below my knee has been…
Mindset and Motivation: Why This Time Feels Different
This isn’t my first restart. I’ve laced up before, made promises to myself before, and…