I've been rocking a pair of Roka "Evans" sunglasses for almost three years, and let me tell you, I'm obsessed! They even appear on the cover of my book, From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete. I absolutely love them. I figured it was about time to treat myself to another...
Running my Fastest 10K at the Nashille Rock ‘N Roll Race
Races don't always happen at the start of the race. There is always a back story on how you got there and what you did prior to that gets you to the finish. Whether it's pre-race training, nutrition changes, or mental preparation, the journey to the finish line is just...
How To Pace a Race with Matt Fitzgerald
Are you ready to boost your training to new heights? Then don't miss out on the incredible webinar to kick off your race season with Coach Matt Fitzgerald. With decades of experience in running and triathlon coaching, plus a stack of best-selling books under his belt, Matt is passionate about...
Keen WK400 Walking Shoe Review
Could you imagine feeling like you are wearing bright yellow taxi cabs on your feet? With the Keen WK400 Walking Shoes, you no longer have to imagine. They will make those strides so much faster and easier with their rolling technology. Features of the Keen WK400 You will love the...
My First Local Road Race Since Covid
The last time I ran a local race was in 2019. I believe the last race that I did may have been the NYRR Bronx 10 Miler. That was a great race for me. It felt easy and quick. When I finished I was so happy. As part of the...
UA FLOW Velociti Elite Review
On Sunday, November 6, Sharon Lokedi, of UA Mission Run Dark Sky Distance won the 2022 New York City Marathon. She wore a World Athletics-approved prototype of the next iteration of the UA FLOW Velociti Elite. Her time of 2:23:23. Lokedi traditionally specializes in the 5k, 10k, and half marathon...
Adidas Apparel Review: Quality Sportswear for All Occasions
A few months ago, I went to the adidas outlet in Deer Park, Long Island, and bought myself my first tracksuit. It was thrilling because I never ran on the track team, let alone ran track in High School. As you know, I started running at 48 and started competing...
Ultimate Direction Hydration Vest and Running Belt Review
At The Running Event, I had the pleasure of meeting with Ultimate Direction and exploring their exciting range of products! They showcased an impressive collection of hydration vests and running belts, specially designed for dedicated runners and triathletes. Trail Vest One standout item was the stylish Trail Vest, shown to...
Skora Fit Sneaker Review
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...