If you like barefoot sneakers with a wide toe box and extreme comfort, you will love Skora sneakers. I was first introduced to Skora many years ago when I first started running. At that time, the minimalist movement was prominent and many of sneaker stores sold zero-drop shoes. Skora Fit...
Tips on How to Run Faster
As a certified running coach with RRCA, I often get the same question - "How can I run faster?" I think everyone wants to run faster, no matter if you are an elite athlete or a back-of-the-packer. So, here are some tips to help you run faster: Strength training: Incorporate...
Are All Insoles the Same?
At The Running Event in Austin last month, there were a number of insole companies there trying to sell their insoles to retail shops throughout the country. I met several different brands that I was either familiar with or unfamiliar with. I appreciated them taking the time out of the...
New Product Roundup at TRE
I met so many interesting companies at The Running Event in Austin in December. They all had viable products and I wanted to share a round-up here: VimHue This is a new cap company specifically for women. What's interesting about this cap is that you can wear your hair in...
OS1st Product Review
At The Running Event in Austin, TX, I went to get insoles for my sneakers. While at one of the insole booths, I was recommended to go to OS1st and check out their products. I headed over that way and spoke with a woman who seemed very knowledgeable. She told...
Gwen Jorgensen – USA’s First Olympic Gold Medal Triathlete Book Review
Gwen Jorgensen- USA's First Olympic Gold Medal Triathlete is a book about a great triathlete. It was written by Elizabeth (Gwen's sister) and Nancy (Gwen's mother) Jorgensen. Gwen makes a few cameo appearances throughout the book. For example, in the beginning, she writes a note to the readers. Gwen Jorgensen...
Drankful Hydration Review
There's something to be said about carrying your hydration at the hip and not on the back. I've always just used a backpack but recently had the opportunity to check out Drankful Hip Pack. And, I'm glad I did. The Drankful Hip Pack can be used for hiking, cycling, road...
New Running Socks
There was a ton of running sock companies at The Running Event (TRE), here I review a few different brands of running socks. Balega The company had a big presence at TRE. They sponsored the opening night reception that included dueling pianos, appetizers, and beer and wine. It was a...
Ryka No Limit Training Shoe Review
I had never heard of Ryka before attending The Running Event in Austin in December. But there they were along with four women at a women's only shoe booth in the middle of the convention floor. After walking over to see what they had, the women explained that these sneakers...
Headsweats to Sponsor Colorado Book Tour – From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete
I've been an ambassador for several years now and if you see me running, you will only see me wearing either a Headsweats visor, trucker cap, or a running cap. I am truly brand loyal! So, after I talked with the marketing team about my upcoming book tour for From...