Runner Pays $410 for Banana
Have you seen the shirt “this is a lot of work for a free banana“? It cracks me up every single time. Then I started to ponder …
About the Author
Amanda Brooks
Psychology of Running: Incorporating Mental Marathon Training
You won’t find mental training on your plan. It’s not 10 reps of 30 seconds with 1 minute of rest. It’s rarely something that is …
3 IT Band Strengthening Exercises
You know I’m dedicated to fixing your IT Band, right?! It’s why I created a whole 70 page ebook about how I resolved it …
Is Running Fun? Do We Really Enjoy Running?
We talk a lot about the pure satisfaction of crossing a finish line and knowing you’ve achieved something you once thought beyond …
Is Lake Powell Resort Worth It?: Boat Tours, Hikes and More
If you’ve spent any amount of time on Instagram, you’ve probably come across Lake Powell Resort and the surrounding areas. …
Omron Tens Review: Avail Wireless TENS Device
In that first post, I talked all about what transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation does, who should use it and why. Today I’m …
TomTom Runner Watch Review
I get asked frequently about which GPS watch I wear and the truth is that I rotate a lot..but one that you’ve seen on my wrist for at …
Long Beach Half Marathon Race Review and Report
Hellllloooooo from sunny California. Really I could not have timed this trip any better, as the first sightings of winter seem to be hitting …
Salzburg, Austria: Cycling, Hiking and Gelato
Wind in my hair, sunshine on my face, feet on the pedals….WHAT? Don’t I mean feet on the ground, like running? Well there was that too, but …
Slovenia: Ljubljana and Lake Bled
If you missed Croatia Part 1 and Plitvice Lakes, you gotta start there! It was a stellar part of our trip leading in to the time in …
Secrets to Fully Experiencing Plitvice Lakes and Zagreb, Croatia
If you’re finding this post before my first one with details on everything you need to know about a Croatia vacation, be sure to check …
19 Croatia Travel Tips Before Your Next Trip
These Croatia travel tips are perfect for anyone heading to this European country. Croatia is a truly stunning country with a beautiful …
It’s All Hard Sh**: Time to Embrace the Hard and Potential Failure in Life
Funny story. Well not the kind that will have you peeing your pants funny. But none the less, one that you’ll probably nod along to …
Ragnar Colorado: Our Adventure and Race Review
We did it!! Ragnar Colorado: 200 miles, over 30 hours, 2 vans, 12 ladies. Our goal was only to have fun and there were moments of oh crap …
7 Rules for a Legendary Relay Race
Have you ever run 16 miles in a torrential downpour in the middle of the night on the side of a state highway in a strange city? Yes, after …
7 Hilarious Porta-Potty Stories Only Runners Will Understand
It’s the early morning moment we all dread, stepping in to a dark start line porta-potty, breath held and praying for the best. Will …
Create an Instagram Feed People Want to Follow and Take a Better Running Selfie
“Does someone follow you around to take your photos?!” This is possibly still one of my favorite questions received {thanks Terese}. I love …
8 Things I Was Totally Unprepared for When I Started Running
Shoes on. Laced up. Door locked. Watch on. Start running. That’s all it takes right? Well it’s probably all that it should take, …
Ragnar Relay Race Common FAQs and Team Names
After writing about both Miami to Key West Ragnar Relay Race, the Colorado Ragnar Race, the Wild West Relay, the Palmetto 200 and the Race …
Confessions of a Sugar Free Failure
Update: This post is 100% honest and to help you not feel alone. I’ve now figured out how to get control of sugar and I’ve …
Post Sugar Detox: Sugar in Moderation?
Initially I committed to only a 7 day Sugar Detox as part of the Clean and Lean Project. For me, mentally – 7 days was much easier …
Sugar Detox: Running Is Not A Free Sugar Card
For a long time, I had the idea that because I run and workout regularly, sugar didn’t necessarily have the same effect on me as …
Sugar Detox: How to Change Your Eating Habits
Let’s be honest, it’s a little exhausting to manage all the do’s and dont’s of a detox, isn’t it? Because …
Sugar Detox: Managing Sugar Detox Symptoms
Hair flying, arms straining, a battle of tug-o-war ensued between the I NEED it and the I WON’T let you have it sides of my brain. I …
Sugar Detox: Emotional Cravings
“I just can’t believe he said no running for six months” she half mumbled, half sobbed through her spoonful of froyo …
The Incredible Yoga-Running Connection: Improving Life Through Two Modalities
You can practice running or yoga for an hour every single day for a month, a week, a year or a lifetime and while your focus might be on the …
Wilder Running and Writing Retreat: Experience and Review
Is it weird that I just spent four days with an aching hand as we spent hours writing (yes with actual pen and paper!) during the Wilder …
Steamboat Springs Half Marathon Review and Race Report
Should I do this race? Is it good for a PR? How’s the weather? Just a few of the things I’m wondering before clicking register, …
BE FAST: Understanding Stroke Symptoms
As many of you know by now, my father had a heart attack last month. It was immensely terrifying to see someone in good health, suddenly …
Running Problems We’ve All Experienced: How to Make it to Race Day
No one plans to fail. I’m sure the captain of the Hindenburg didn’t set out for his trip thinking, “I’ll stop paying …
Dreadful Running Advice and What to Do Instead
Wiping the stinging sweat from my eyes, I sucked in as much oxygen as possible to join the rest of the group in celebrating the end of our …
Colorado Sand Dunes and Pueblo State Park: Another Active Adventure
The traditional thing to do for a 10 year anniversary might have been a bottle of wine, a fancy restaurant, dressing up and making googly …
We Got Married in a Parking Garage and Other Bizarre Marriage Facts
Did I just say parking garage?? If you’re one of the 2 people who haven’t heard this story yet, welcome. Come in. Pull up a …
Tips for Running Downtown Austin
If you’re staying in downtown Austin, then I’ve got some easy to get to spots that are perfect for getting in your miles. …
7 Reasons Your Eating Clean is Too Expensive and How to Fix It ASAP
“I got my mind on my money, my money on my mind” — preach it Youngbloodz On a visit to Kansas City, I took a little spin to Wally …
Food Sensitivity in Athletes And Its Impact On Performance
Athletes may actually be more susceptible to symptoms of food sensitivities. Learn why and what to do about it in this complete guide.
Should You Follow a Race Pace Group?
For months, you’ve diligently followed a training to help you crack your newest race goal. As the race approaches, you start seeing …
Ideas for Switching Up Your Exercise At Home For Max Benefits
Yet another blast of fridged air has pushed you to the treadmill or a crying baby is keeping you on your toes with an indoor ride. …
Timex Ironman GPS Watch Reviews
12 years ago I walked in to Wal-Mart as a poor college student looking for a watch to wear as I started running. I found a Timex Ironman …
Ultimate Running Knee Pain Treatment and Prevention Guide
When I took up running in 2002, the first thing I heard was “it’s bad for your knees“. At the time, I didn’t have …
31 New Marathon Race Signs: Ideas for All The Funny You Need
In part one I gave you 50 ideas from hilarious to motivational, but I’m hearing that you need more because everyone is stealing your …
5 Reasons to do an Adventure Race (Time for a New Running Challange)
Long before there were Spartan Races and Tougher Mudders, there was adventure racing. It’s a world that has fascinated me for many …
