From book reviews to Savannah running resources and catch-all articles, here’s a mix of information and opinion that might clutter the more educational portions of the site.

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Gear

  • 7 quick pre-run snacks before your run so you don't die from hunger

7 Pre-Run Snacks So You Don’t Die from Hunger

Yes, it would be great to have a wonderful, nutritious, light meal 2 hours before my run. But… that doesn’t always happen. When I’ve got to go for a run, but my stomach is grumbling,

  • 3 Things Every Runner Needs: What does a new runner need? It's simpler than you think.

3 Things Every Runner Needs

A lot of people propose that running is the cheapest exercise — those people have probably never stepped into a running store. Fancy-shmancy watches, moisture-wicking technical soft shell jacket, foam rollers, headlights, compression sleeves —

  • Training Log PDF

Why Keep a Training Log? [PDF]

Today’s Favorite Find Friday is a bit different. I’m sharing four crucial reasons to keep a training log and a free printable download (no email needed!). *This post is part of the January Newbie Runner

Hal Higdon Plan Reviews

I used a few of the popular Hal Higdon training plans early in my career. Afterward I reviewed these free and well-balanced plans.

Book Reviews

  • 2016 Savannah Marathon Recap Starting Line

2016 Savannah Rock n Roll Marathon Recap

I started the 2016 Savannah Rock 'n' Roll Marathon too fast. Despite the amazing weather, I couldn't manage the tail-end of the race and finished 16 seconds outside my goal. Pretty darn close. I crossed the

  • Crowdfunding campaigns for runners

5 Crowd-Funding Campaigns for Runners

For such a cheap sport we have, we runners sure like to geek out on shoes, tech, and gear. Check out these crowd-funding campaigns for runners available now.

  • Strategies to Manage Race Day Stress: Don't mess up your race by getting worked up. You trained too hard for that! Try out these strategies to stay calm and run your very best.

Strategies to Manage Race Day Stress

With the Savannah Rock ‘n Roll Marathon coming up this weekend, I’m managing all-the-feels. Will all of my training pay off or will it be “just not my day”? I know nervousness will actually help me

Savannah Related

  • 7 quick pre-run snacks before your run so you don't die from hunger

7 Pre-Run Snacks So You Don’t Die from Hunger

Yes, it would be great to have a wonderful, nutritious, light meal 2 hours before my run. But… that doesn’t always happen. When I’ve got to go for a run, but my stomach is grumbling,

  • 3 Things Every Runner Needs: What does a new runner need? It's simpler than you think.

3 Things Every Runner Needs

A lot of people propose that running is the cheapest exercise — those people have probably never stepped into a running store. Fancy-shmancy watches, moisture-wicking technical soft shell jacket, foam rollers, headlights, compression sleeves —

  • Training Log PDF

Why Keep a Training Log? [PDF]

Today’s Favorite Find Friday is a bit different. I’m sharing four crucial reasons to keep a training log and a free printable download (no email needed!). *This post is part of the January Newbie Runner

All Resources and Reviews

  • Zombies, Run! Review

Zombies, Run! Review

Today, I’ve got a Zombies, Run! review. Zombies, Run! is an immersive audio adventure/fitness phone app (iPhone and Android) developed by Six

  • Running focused on gratitude

Running Focused on Gratitude

Marathon training started 2 weeks ago. I've been a good girl, doing all the miles and supplemental work. I've already

  • Mid-Run Fuel Options Title

Mid-Run Fuel Options

Marathon fall training is here again, along with those really long, long runs. Your body stores enough glycogen (chained sugar)