• Salt & Persistence Every woman can be an endurance athlete. She just needs some salt and persistence.

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    Rest vs. Recovery

    There are critical differences.

    941 min read
    training training
    Taking time to take time.

    Running and the Pandemic Blues

    Just take a week off. You'll feel better.

    786 min read
    training training
    • A long ski. All the purposeful training sessions gave me the ability to enjoy every minute of it!

    Running With a Purpose

    You have a plan for today's run, but do you have a purpose?

    877 min read
    training training
    • This was my first four-mile run in months. My injury comeback has been safe and successful because I am following the Ten Percent Rule.

    The Ten Percent Rule

    How to build running mileage safely and sustainably

    491 min read
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    Every woman can be an endurance athlete. She just needs some salt and persistence.

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