Will Run For Ice Cream

There was a point in my life that I pushed my body to see what it could do. I ultimately broke myself mentally and physically in the process. I got so obsessed with training goals that I pushed through injuries and ignored the blaring signs of burn out. I became fixated on “race weight” resulting in severe calorie restriction while over training which led to bingeing and over eating because I was unable to stay within the guidelines leading to weight gain and disordered eating that I am still currently dealing with. I felt like a constant failure. It was a very very dark time for me. And for awhile I lost my way. Then

*This post contains affiliate links. For probably 10 years now, I've been looking for a local running partner. Don't get me wrong. I have a lot of friends who are runners. And I have good friends that I run with from time to time, although I can't remember the last time that I ran with someone. But, the harsh reality is that I don't have a local friend to run with. I've put out the facebook pleas. I've begged. I've come just short of paying people to run with me. (joke, but I've truly been that desperate ). Sometimes  having that accountability is what you need to get out the door. And not even just getting out the door but also pushing yourself. I find that when I run with others I tend to push myself a little more out of my comfort zone. But either the pace, the time of day, or for whatever reason... who knows... nothing has worked consistently. And I find myself running alone which isn't always bad. I do enjoy a good solo run. But as you ca

Why do I run? Well that's a loaded question. I was asked to tell my story. My first thought was that I don't have a story to tell, but then I realized we all have a story. And each one is different and unique. So here is mine...

*This post contains affiliate links. So you want to start running, but you don't know where to start? Well you've come to the right place... so keep reading....

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Noxgear. All opinions expressed are my own and honest in nature.  I'm back! Whew, the flu has been rough. And complications from the flu were even worse. I can't say that I'm by any means 100% but I am at least feeling like I am finally on the mend. And let's celebrate that ( and the fact that it's my birthday month ) by giving away... 2 Noxgear vests. I like the idea of one for you and one for a friend - OR -  you could also choose a lighthound ( or two ).