How to Choose Running Goals That Fit Your Season of Life
When life gets busy, it’s easy to overcommit to running goals that don't align with your current season. In this post, we explore how to choose goals that fit your life—whether it's a marathon, half marathon, or a different challenge. Learn how to avoid burnout, find joy in your training, and achieve success by aligning your goals with your personal priorities.
Finding Harmony: Managing Family and Running Goals Successfully
Struggling to balance family life with your running ambitions? Discover practical tips on how to plan vacations, manage family expectations, and involve your loved ones in your fitness journey. Achieve your running goals without sacrificing family time by finding harmony.
Quentin's Birth Story
A very uncomplicated pregnancy turned quite complicated at my 34 week OB appointment when my blood pressure was extremely high. As a 35 year old, I was already at a higher risk for high blood pressure and preeclampsia, so my OB had me on low dose aspirin for the entirety of my pregnancy as a precaution. It may be why I was able to avoid the high BP earlier in my pregnancy, but it was quite a shock.
Peak Weeks of Eugene Training + A Reevaluation of Goals
The peak weeks are finally over and I'm about to enter my taper. It's been a HUGE challenge to push through these last couple weeks and I'm excited to say goodbye to them.
2018 Goals - See Ya Later 2017!
Another year down! I love looking back on my goals from the prior year to see how many (or how few) I was able to accomplish before setting new goals for the next year.
What to Look for in a Run Coach + Why to Get One
I thought this was an appropriate post to write as I begin coaching more athletes with various running experience and goals. I want to share what is important to look for in any coach that you choose and why it might be time to consider one in your running career.