by Shelia Maddock | Sep 16, 2021 | Be Inspired, Runner Story, Tips
For me, one of the joys of being a runner is that my hobby allows me to spend time outdoors, immersed in the natural world. I gain the physical and mental benefits from the act of running itself and the positive effects associated simply with being outside surrounded...
by James Lensing | Sep 16, 2021 | Be Inspired, How To, Journal
What do you think about when you’re running? I find my runs to be a perfect opportunity to disconnect and enjoy some peace. I talked about this a bit before in my previous blog–about planning out my runs for the upcoming week. I like to look at the week ahead,...
by Stefanie Harper | Sep 13, 2021 | Be Inspired, Life Style, Runner Story
Before discovering that I had 3 dislocated toes that would require surgery, I signed up for several 5ks…..and the 2018 IMT Des Moines Half Marathon. I didn’t want to miss out on this new hobby (racing) that I loved so much, and I also didn’t want to miss out on the...
by Tori Christie | Sep 12, 2021 | Be Inspired, Runner Story
I can’t believe how humid it has been. I can’t believe how much I sweat. I can’t believe how dark it is in the mornings. I can’t believe how many miles I have run this year without earbuds. I can’t believe how many miles I have run this year. I can’t believe how much...
by Jamie Logan | Sep 12, 2021 | Be Inspired, Life Style, Runner Story
Race day is quickly approaching! How is your training going? Are you ready to lace up your shoes on race day and give your best performance? I’m usually chomping at the bit to get out the door for my runs, but I hit a rough patch a few weeks ago. I was just tired....
by Ann Clinton | Sep 12, 2021 | Be Inspired, Life Style, Runner Story
It’s game day. Or, more specifically, meet day. As I’m writing this, three of my four daughters are gearing up for their first cross country meet of the season. The nervous energy in our home is almost too thick to walk through. The youngest girls are twins; they’re...
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