It is no secret that runners are hard on their feet. Unfortunately, sometimes runners are even harder on their feet than they need to be because they do not have the right gear or technique. Some foot problems can be prevented while others just occur naturally due to frequent running. Regardless, awareness of these potential… Read More
Common Foot Problems for Runners
How Running Changed My Mind, And My Life
*Lindsay’s Note: The following is a guest post from our newest Fit & Awesome Contributor, Jacqui Somen. Jacqui and I met through our work together at Christie & Co and she is awesome! I love this story by her so much and hope she will continue to update us all on her half marathon training… Read More
Never Give Up. Never Surrender. An Interview with Ultrarunner Heather Krug.
Heather Krug is a good friend of mine who recently finished her first 50 mile ultramarathon this past January. Yes, that’s 50 miles. And this past weekend she ran the Leona Divide 50K which was her first venture into the world of ultrarunning one year ago. This sport is not easy, and the amount of dedication,… Read More
Making a Splash: Is Aqua Running Better Than Land Running?
Where are you going, land lubber? Tired of jogging on boring, old land? Well, there’s a new trend on the rise – and it could be fun and helpful for those of you who like to swim. Aqua running is gaining popularity, and for good reasons. It’s a low-impact workout where you burn more calories…. Read More
Behind The Scenes w/ Ultrarunner Keira Henninger + Giveaway
*Lindsay’s Note: The below is an interview with Ultrarunner and Race Director, Keira Henninger. Keira wins 100 mile races and places in top finishes on some of the toughest ultra marathons in the country. She is the coach of the Dirt Divas, a women’s trail running group here in Southern California and is an overall… Read More
North Face 50K Race Review w/ Mark Shainman
Mark Shainman is a friend of mine who’s been competing in triathlons for a couple years now. It’s funny because when I first met him he was into jujitsu, abhorred spandex, and preferred to be on the race sidelines cheering on his girlfriend, Caritta. And now he’s an Ironman who trains like a beast every weekend…. Read More
Race Review: Manhattan Beach 10K
Race Review: Manhattan Beach 10K My husband and I have done the Manhattan Beach 10K together almost every year since we met in 2008. The only one we missed was last year, 2012, because we were in Fiji on our honeymoon. If there’s any reason to skip, that is a valid one in our book!… Read More
Boston Marathon 2013: Reflections On A Horrible Tragedy
Boston Marathon 2013: Reflections On A Horrible Tragedy I was at lunch yesterday when my husband texted me and told me the news there was an explosion at Boston Marathon. Three dead and dozens injured. Might have been terrorist attack. Immediately my heart sank. I had friends who were running the race. I had just… Read More
Garmin Forerunner 410 Watch: Cyber Monday Awesome Deal
Garmin Forerunner 410 Watch on sale for Cyber Monday Update 12/17: It looks like the Garmin Forerunner 410 watch is back on sale for 50% off at Amazon so I am bumping this post to the top of the list since there’s been a lot of interest amongst readers in this watch. Get in on… Read More
Race Review: Santa Monica Christmas Run
Race Review: Santa Monica Christmas Run Alright, it’s been a couple days now but here is my race review and recap from the Christmas run this past weekend. The race has been going on for the last 35 years and my husband and I have been running this race with friends since 2008. We didn’t… Read More
