Running by Dawn

We all know running shoes are important, but I learned recently WHY they are so important and how "training" in the wrong shoes can be a disaster.  Joining me in this episode is a host of other runne…

If you're like I was, you've maybe heard of cross-country and maybe you even know that it has something to do with running, but you're not exactly sure what it is.  Cross-Country is one of the many v…

Summer months are here and at our house, that means kids coming home.  In this episode, we'll discuss the numerous things that can affect your running schedule and sometimes throw it off completely. …

A lot in the fitness world says you have to choose between running and weight training, but I've found they can be great friends.  Listen to hear how weight training has grown right along with my run…

My husband asked me to share with you why I'm doing this podcast.  It's honestly hard to describe and pinpoint and I'm sure my answer to this question will continue to evolve.  But, I'm doing it for …

Running isn't all rainbows and roses, that's for sure.  In this episode, we'll dive into all the grossness that can be a part of running and how to make the most of these hard situations.  This episo…

Marathon #19 for my husband last month.  Marathon #6 for me.  It was a wild ride with highs and lows, triumphs and struggles.  I've been talking about these upcoming races for months now.  Listen now…

Do you dread going out for a run when it's raining, cold, and nasty?  I'll be honest, much of the time, I do too.  However, once I get out there, there have been times that a run in the rain has been…

Mindset is such a powerful part of our training.  In this episode, we'll discuss how and why to build your own "I am a Runner" statement which highlights your personal strengths and potential.  We'll…

What is training?  How is it different from just "running"?  What does training look like and how does it help us?  What if my training doesn't "work"?

In this episode, I talked about my running backp…

So many people, especially new runners, struggle with pacing.  How fast should I run?  How long should I run at that speed?  How do I know what a good pace for me is?  How do I get the most out of my…

The marathon!  The race of all races.  I've been chasing the dream of conquering the marathon for over 10 years now and am about to try it again.  In this episode, I'll share some triumphs and defeat…

Injury!  That dreaded word most of us runners hope to avoid, but often don't.  My running journey has taken me in and through many injuries, but I didn't give up.  I'll share with you simple things t…

Whether you're a new runner or you've been running for years, running buddies are the best sort of friends!  Join me as I reflect on those who influenced and supported me in my running during my "you…

Equally if not more important than physical training is the mental training that goes into being a runner.  In this episode, we'll discuss what it means mentally to "be a runner" and how to bridge th…

Update: Listen to this episode all cleaned up on Episode 47.

Maybe you've been listening and aren't running yet, but you'd like to get started.  This is the episode for you!  Or even if you have been …

UDPATE: Listen to this episode all cleaned up and edited here: Episode 46

Have you ever seen that shirt: "I love running.  I hate running.  I love running.  I hate running."?  In the first episode, we…

UDPATE: Listen to this episode all cleaned up and edited here: Episode 45

Hey everyone!  I'm Dawn.  I'm excited to kick off this podcast.  In this first episode I'll share with you all about me and ru…