The Exercise Paradox: Why Running Won’t Make You Lose Weight

Great.  Another depressing study that tells me running isn’t doing what I

Lime Mango Tart

Life is too short to skip dessert. I adore making beautiful cakes

“So, What Are You Training For?” and Other One-Liners

Most runners skew heavily on the introverted side.  After all, we spend

In Defense of Self Defense

I run alone a lot.  Most of the time, in fact.  Being

Competition with Compassion

When interviewed before starting the Western States 100 Mile Endurance Race last

Spring is Here! Time to Plant

I consider myself a serial obsessionist.  Before I fell madly in love

The Breath: The Simple Way to Improve Your Running Right Now

Breathe.  Just breathe. It seems like we shouldn’t have to think about

Finding My Happy Pace

There is such joy in helping others achieve their goals.  Even if

Stop Listening to Your Body! It’s Lying to You.

I inwardly cringe whenever I hear the phrase “listen to your body.”

Easy (But Slow) Falafel and Vegan Tzatziki Sauce

The Greeks know how to make seriously good food. Crispy yet crumbly

When a Race is Really a Race

If you’ve been following my running lately, you may have noticed something.

Stupidly Easy Homemade Non-Dairy Yogurt

People must really like yogurt. Strolling past the dairy section of any

Nanu, Nanu! Space Age Bod Pod Testing

I just got back from outer space.  At least that’s what it

A Little Racing, A Lot of Luck

It’s been said that comparison is the thief of joy. Except when

Soft, High Protein Whole Wheat Bread

It seems impossible, right? Whole wheat bread is supposed to be tough,

Plan Your Race Well and You Just Might Surprise Yourself

One of the things that I love about racing is the anticipation.