The 20 Best Trail Running Routes in Southern California
The 20 Best Trail Running Routes in Southern California
Active Travel
Runners know there is nothing better than exploring a new place on foot. This has been an ongoing passion of mine for many years. So let these help provide you a guide for finding new exciting places to or just have an active vacation!
Runners know there is nothing better than exploring a new place on foot. This has been an ongoing passion of mine for many years. So let these help provide you a guide for finding new exciting places to or just have an active vacation!
33 International Travel Tips for Your First Time Abroad
If you’re getting ready to travel abroad, then these international travel tips are going to definitely come in handy! Not only have I …
Birthday Ideas for Adults in Denver
Anyone can throw a party, what I want are experiences! Memories, laughs and moments with the people who mean the most and a birthday is the …
Vacation Races Global Adventure Review (New Zealand First Hand)
Wondering what exactly a Vacation Races Global Adventure is? I'm here to share the low down on our experience and what to expect.
13 Most Interesting Things to Do In Cañon City
If you're off to the Royal River Gorge and wondering what other things to do in Cañon City need to be on your list, here's a complete guide!
Things To Do In Steamboat Springs (In Every Season)
If you don't ski, why go to a mountain town? Because there's so much to do! Here are all the things you can do in Steamboat Springs all year …
13 Things I Wish Knew Before My First runDisney Race
Over the last decade plus of coaching, myself and my team, I have helped a lot of runners prepare for runDisney races from a 5K to the Dopey …
Honolulu Marathon Review and Course Tips
An honest review of the my experience running the Honolulu Marathon. All the unique race details, how to prepare ahead of time, and what it …
Running In Snow and Ice: 9 Tips to Stay Upright
Winter running brings with it a slew of challenges, but running on snow doesn't have to be one of them with these tips.
How to Pack a Carry-on for 10 days in Europe (with workout gear!)
Long trip and you need to take only a carry on? Here's some great packing tips and outfit ideas to make it work for you.
27 Best Healthy Travel Snacks (Perfect for Plane or Road Trip)
Here's a complete guide to the best healthy travel snacks I recommend you have as a certified personal trainer and running coach! They're …
13 Best Things to Do in Winter Park Florida
If you’re looking to find the top things to do in Winter Park, Florida, then this is the perfect guide for you! Winter Park, a …
Dream Run Camp Review: Matt Fitzgerald Running Camp
Ever wanted to train like a pro runner? Matt Fitzgerald created Dream Run Camp to give you that exact opportunity.
16 Best Half Marathons in US By State (A few International Bonuses)
What are the best half marathons in the US? The most fun half marathons? Well some of that depends on what you like, but I’m pretty sure …
US Warm Winter Vacation Idea: Del Mar, California
Warm vacation spots in January? Best US warm winter vacation? As the arctic blast settled in and I looked out at the once again icy roads, I …
Long Flight Tips – An Active Travelers Guide to the Carry On
I keep saying that I need to buy a bigger suitcase for some of these long trips. But the truth is I love being economical with my packing …
11 Beach Running Tips, Benefits and Workouts
Beach running requires 1.6 times more energy expenditure than does running on hard surface! Try the workouts to do it safely and effectively
6 Unexpected Marathon Travel Tips For Your Best Race
Use these marathon travel tips and tricks to combat some of the most common-stressors of air travel and reduce the risk of jeopardizing race …
Sea Level to Altitude: How it Impacts Running
The first question most runners in Denver ask is “How are you adjusting to the altitude?” If they’re lucky my non-totally …
12 Clever Healthy Hotel Room Hacks
I. Travel. A lot. In fact, we were living in a hotel room for 4 weeks when I first wrote this, which could explain the bizarre periods I …
Marshall Fire – Boulder County
The Marshall Fire in Boulder County was one of the most devastating in state history. Here's our experience and ways you can help
Celebrating 40 with a Colorado Bucket List
In just a few hours, the sun will rise on my 40th birthday and let’s be honest, doesn’t a birthday like this inspire a must do …
Best Trails Near Denver and Boulder
Since moving to Colorado, one of the most frequent questions I get from those who will be visiting is what are the best trails near Denver? …
Steamboat Springs Summer To Do: A Long Weekend Itinerary
After 4 days in Steamboat Springs, we still felt like there were more trails to explore, mineral waters to soak in and food to be licked …
5 Best Active Things to do in Grand Junction
In planning our trip to Moab for a week of trails, I was informed we MUST stop in Grand Junction. It turns out the things to do in Grand …
12 Low Cost Things to Do In Moab | Runner and Biker’s Vacation
Like many of you, one of the things I missed the most in 2020 was taking our active vacations. We are remedying that starting with all the …
How to Eat Healthy in Vegas (While Still Enjoying Yourself!)
It dawned on me last week that just as I had cleared my body of the holiday sugar cravings, I was about to head to Vegas for 5 days…not a …
The Broadmoor Colorado Springs – What to Expect
If you’ve been looking for an incredible resort to head to for a staycation, then I highly recommend The Broadmoor Colorado Springs. …
Snowshoeing for Beginners
Do you ski? A natural first question when someone finds out we moved to Denver. Nope. However, I’ve fallen in love with snowshoeing …
Things to Do In Jaco Costa Rica
My third time to this beautiful country brought me to a new location and left me, like you, wondering what is there to do near Jaco Costa …
Celebratory Road Trip: Sedona, Grand Canyon to Vegas
Of all the things that have changed since we met 16 years ago, our location might be the biggest…but right after that I tend to say is …
Santa Barbara Wine Country Weekend
Race vacations are one of my guilty pleasures. I may not spend money on fancy shoes (running shoes don’t count) or party dresses and …
Cancun Wellness Getaway: Le Blanc Spa Resort
Falling asleep by 9 is my norm at home, so the initial idea of a Cancun getaway seemed like a poor fit. Until winter kicked in and I …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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 …