Goals for 2025, Mental Health, Running, Still I Run, Training Recap

2025 Running Recap: Worth the Work, Just Not the Way I Expected

A candid 2025 running recap exploring burnout, identity, and redefining running for mental health. A reminder that sometimes the most important work is learning when to change the rules.

Savoring the Journey

Savoring the Journey: Quick Fall Adventure in Roger’s City, MI

Welcome to another new RD on the Run series: Savoring the Journey. In these posts, I will be sharing details of my adventures with my husband, friends, and family. From day trips to new places to travelling far from home, and everything in between. I'll share my favorite moments and of course, my favorite meals.… Continue reading Savoring the Journey: Quick Fall Adventure in Roger’s City, MI

Goals for 2025, Keeping It Real, Marathon Training, Running

Me and Running are “On a Break”

Today I ran for the first time since June 26th. Cue the gasp. That might not sound shocking to some, but for me? That’s a big deal. I’m usually out there running 3–4 times a week, especially when I’m in the middle of marathon training like I had been. But July? My monthly Garmin running… Continue reading Me and Running are “On a Break”

Keeping It Real, Running

Keeping It Real: Dealing with Burnout

It has been a while since I have updated my blog. I haven't really been keeping up with my Facebook page, either. I realized this when a familiar feeling started to wash over me earlier this week. Although when I was going through it I wanted to share it all with the world in the… Continue reading Keeping It Real: Dealing with Burnout