by Marie | Jan 31, 2025 | Racing Devotions, Running Inspiration, Running Safety
Negative Temps It’s January in the Midwest, and the temperatures have plunged into the single or negative digits. Running in this kind of cold isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s brutal. My face protests the entire time: my eyes water, my lips go numb, and I start to worry...
by Marie | Jan 6, 2025 | Electrolytes for Running, Nutrition for Runners, Running Inspiration
Have you ever noticed how running isn’t just about lacing up your sneakers and hitting the pavement? It has a way of transforming how you live your life. When I started running to improve my health, it inspired me to re-evaluate what I ate, drank, and prioritized....
by Marie | Jan 2, 2025 | Knee Pain, Nutrition for Runners, Racing Devotions, Running Inspiration
Have you ever been sidelined by injury or illness, unable to run when your heart was set on the starting line? It’s frustrating, isn’t it? I know that feeling all too well. I spent years training for my first marathon, only to be derailed by a persistent knee...
by Marie | Dec 23, 2024 | Achilles Pain, Ankle Pain, Knee Pain, Racing Devotions, Running Inspiration
How does someone go from thinking runners are a little crazy to running the Boston Marathon three times? It happened to me, and I’ll admit—I used to be one of those people who couldn’t understand the appeal of running as an adult. I was busy with a job and kids, and...
by Marie | Nov 14, 2024 | Racing Devotions, Running Inspiration
Have you ever noticed how some moments just seem to stand out? For me, when I see 11:11 on a clock, it’s a reminder to pause, say a prayer, and invite God into my day in a special way. It’s become a joyful little tradition that even my husband and kids have joined...
by Marie | Nov 29, 2020 | Running Inspiration, Running to Cope
Do you ever wonder why runners put in so much effort for “just a race”? Early mornings, grueling hill repeats, and endless track sessions might seem extreme to some. But for many, these physical challenges aren’t just about building physical and...
