A Runner’s Alphabet—E Is for Ease
E is for ease. Running can be hard work, especially a long run. But you can find ease in running—if you know where and how to look. If you need to slow down a bit to get this, that’s perfectly … Continue reading →
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A Runner’s Alphabet—D Is for Dynamic
D is for dynamic. Running is dynamic! As you move along, your body responds dynamically: Your heart rate increases Your body rotates around the central axis of your spine Your breathing automatically adapts to your pace You settle into … Continue reading →
A Runner’s Alphabet—C Is for Confidence
C is for confidence. Running well can be a huge boost to your self-confidence. We all like being able to do something well, something that we maybe didn’t think was possible for us. But confidence doesn’t suddenly appear by magic. … Continue reading →
A Runner’s Alphabet—A Is for Awareness
I’ve decided to close out this year and celebrate the holidays by doing a daily series of short blogs, one for every letter of the alphabet. Most probably will be about running, but others maybe not so much. Here goes: … Continue reading →
Not Your Typical Running Coach
The photo of this rather old-fashioned-looking man was taken probably when he was in his sixties. Notice how poised and upright he is and the liveliness in his eyes. He looks calm and composed, but he could move easily at … Continue reading →
The Doctor Says You Can Run Again. Now What? Part 3
Part 3: If You Need a Rest Day, Take It A couple of days ago, my husband had minor surgery and came home the same day. (He’s fine.) I was prepared to take over his household chores—changing the cats’ litter … Continue reading →
The Doctor Says You Can Run Again. Now What? Part 1
Part 1: Training Schedules In my last blog, I talked about how I got the green light to start running again. So I dug through my collection of books on running to find a beginner’s training schedule. Most of them … Continue reading →
Beginning Again
I’m one of those people who instantly assume the worst in any given situation. If everyone else sees a half-empty glass, I see a completely empty one. I imagine catastrophe first and ask questions later. Part of me wants to … Continue reading →
You’ve Got Rhythm
In my last blog, I talked about several reasons that it’s a good idea to leave that music player at home when you run. As I promised, I’m here now to talk about another reason: You won’t be so aware … Continue reading →
Put Your Best Knee Forward
I love watching young children learn how to walk and run. You must have seen how eagerly they start moving toward whatever interests them at the moment, little arms and legs pumping away, eyes on their goal. The next time … Continue reading →