by Alexa Lensing | Jun 16, 2020 | Be Inspired, Runner Story
As someone who ran competitively throughout junior high, high school and in college, I’m definitely a bit of a running nerd. As a running nerd, Boston had always been a big goal of mine and qualifying felt like a dream come true. Running The Boston Marathon is the...
by Des Moines Marathon | Apr 30, 2020 | Be Inspired, Journal
The year 2020 brought the excitement of a new decade, but has proved to be one of the most challenging times for not only our country and the entire world. The Covid-19 pandemic has influenced all of us in unique ways. As we all navigate our new “normal,” familiar...
by Zac Bales-Henry | Apr 28, 2020 | Be Inspired, Journal, Runner Story, Tips
When I started running again last year, I hadn’t realized that it would be the foundation of sanity in my life during a historic pandemic. During these times of considerable uncertainty– it’s essential to hold on to some sense of normalcy; this...
by Alexa Lensing | Apr 24, 2020 | Be Inspired, Runner Story, Tips
This time of year is supposed to be about growth, fresh starts, and new beginnings. We count on spring to bring renewed excitement and energy with its warm sunshine and budding trees. This year, we’re experiencing spring with looming anxiety and a lot of uncertainty...
by Jordan Trannel | Nov 25, 2019 | Be Inspired
The Finish Line is Just the Beginning – 3 Life Lessons Everyone Can Learn from GOTR About four years ago, when I first signed up as a coach for Girls on the Run, I simply thought it would be a great volunteering opportunity. It still is to this day – but...
by Traci Dillavou | Nov 6, 2019 | Be Inspired
My oldest son’s youth baseball coach used to say, “So what, now what?” when things would get tough in a game. If the team struggled, this phrase communicated to the players not to accept defeat but to get out there and do something about it. That...
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