by Marie | Sep 21, 2016 | Knee Pain, Running Inspiration
Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. As a general rule, I try to avoid running at night. I enjoy the sunshine and feeling of security that comes with daylight. But there are times when running in the dark makes more sense. Sometimes...
by Marie | Jun 15, 2016 | Racing Devotions, Running Inspiration
It may not seem like it’s changing lives in big ways to hand out half-full cups of water at a race, but it’s wonderful support for the way many people like to exercise and try to stay healthy. Exercise on a regular basis can be so good for our physical...
by Marie | May 28, 2016 | Knee Pain, Running Inspiration, Track Workouts
As I rushed down the stairs, I felt my knee tighten and had to limp down the rest of the steps. My kids and I were on our way to meet a friend at the track for speed work, so I grabbed my foam roller and headed out the door. At the track, I rolled my leg before and...
by Marie | May 10, 2016 | Racing Devotions, Running Inspiration
The joy of having good health on race day is not lost on me for I’ve known the disappointment that comes with being ill before an anticipated race. When that happens, I down the natural remedies along with lots of water and although I reek of garlic, oregano,...
by Marie | Apr 26, 2016 | Racing Devotions, Running Inspiration, Running Plans, Track Workouts
Over the years, I’ve tried a variety of training plans for a variety of goals. The first time through each plan seems like an experiment and I constantly wonder if the plan will work. I’m glad to report that Couch to 5k, Hal Higdon’s Marathon, a...
by Marie | Apr 13, 2016 | Knee Pain, Racing Devotions, Running Inspiration, Track Workouts
Philippians 2:14-16 Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky as you hold firmly to the word of life....