I will be the first to admit it. I am a hypocrite when it comes to pelvic floor physical therapy. I recommend to all my athletes I coach, pregnant or postpartum, to see a pelvic floor physical therapist. I’ve interviewed pelvic floor physical therapists on my podcast and on my website. Yet, I had never … Read more
Teaching running to kids under 8 can be challenging—but only if you let it be. Kids are born to love running. I have this crystal-clear memory of being at the park down by the Tennessee River near our house with my daughter. Little, feisty, red-headed Eleanor was running through the field of dandelions to me … Read more
One scroll through Instagram and you’ll likely be barraged by coffee alternatives to replace caffeine. If you’re caffeine sensitive, sure, these are good options. But if not, grab your cup of joe and start reading. Because guess what? Drinking coffee, especially coffee before running, is almost always a good idea. Study after study after study … Read more
Running with a stroller can be awkward. Neely Gracey, world record holder for the stroller mile, tells us proper stroller form involves standing tall (no hunching), using your body to push the stroller (not just your arms), switching arms, and taking short steps. Read on to learn more stroller running form tips and mistakes to … Read more
Stroller running could be an olympic sport. It requires a lot of mental and physical strength. The secret to stroller run success involves packing special snacks and toys, timing it right with nap time, running by time and heart, and having a lot of patience. Read on to learn how to successfully run with a … Read more
In the not-so-distant future, I will be dealing with running and menopause. I am in the lower 40s and already I can feel my segue into perimenopause with my changing cycle. Some of my friends and athletes feel it too, and several of my athletes are firmly in menopause. And the changes that come during … Read more