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 Jordan Trannel | Oct 29, 2019 | Be Inspired, Journal
Last week was race week! Ironically enough, it was also Practice 5K week for many of our Girls on the Run of Central Iowa teams. While many of us were participating in the 5K, half, or marathon, the girls on my team were preparing to run the farthest distance they’ve...
by Jordan Trannel | Oct 7, 2019 | Be Inspired, Journal
There was an important date marked on my calendar last week. It wasn’t an official national holiday like Halloween or Thanksgiving, and it wasn’t my mom’s birthday. This day is special for a completely different reason. Sunday, October 6 was National Coaches...
by Traci Dillavou | Oct 7, 2019 | How To, Journal, Life Style
When it comes to running, I am a lone wolf. I may occasionally run with a friend but never regularly. For the most part I enjoy running alone. I train alone, I run races alone, and I always run my daily run alone. Running is my ME time. I have never joined a running...
by Tess Heitkamp | Oct 3, 2019 | Journal
10/21/2018 5:30 am: My body jolts awake. I can’t take the suspense any longer, I have to get up. I’ve been lying awake in bed for the past hour, anxious about the upcoming day. My mind swirling around, trying to process what I am about to go through. Will I be...
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