The most popular running topics for mother runners, runners, and mothers. These articles help you be your best selves on and off the roads.
Next to injury, getting sick is a runner’s worst nightmare. And, unfortunately, as mother runners, we get hit with illness left and right this time of year. It’s COVID, then RSV, flu season, a strange surge in Hand Foot and Mouth and strep, a stomach bug, now it’s this cold that causes pink eye and … Read more
Running in cold temperatures can lead to improved performance because your body is having to work less to keep you cool. But to reap the benefits of cold weather running, you need proper gear. The best cold weather running gear is made of moisture-wicking fabrics like wool and feature reflective details. Below is the best … Read more
The news of the kidnapping and murder of Liza Fletcher, mom of two boys 5 and 7, has rocked the mother runner and running communities. We are heartbroken and angry. And we realize we as female runners need to take our running safety seriously. This is why I am writing this article about GPS tracking … Read more
A lot has been learned in just the past few years about what exercise is safe for pregnant women—and how much. For the longest time, it was believed that running while pregnant could hurt the baby or even cause a miscarriage. And just thinking about if you can run a marathon while pregnant was out … Read more
Getting your period on race day is not a death knell to your running goals. In fact, a 2020 study found that a majority of female marathoners actually ran their best during their high hormone phase and during menstruation. If you suffer from PMS and period symptoms, these steps will help you feel better so … Read more
The treadmill is an excellent tool for runners to stay fit no matter their weather or schedule. These 6 treadmill workouts incorporate speed and hills to make you fitter in the comfort of your own home in less than an hour! Read on for the workouts and treadmill training tips. Oh, the treadmill. Runners have … Read more