Jess
Hello! My name is Jess. I started this blog to keep me accountable and consistent in running, and I run to relieve stress, fit into my pants, and enjoy the outdoors.
A few things: If I could, I would eat pizza everyday. I currently live + work in California.
Happy reading!
Easy to follow guidelines about how to start running
Many people wish to start running when they see athletes glide through the local park or road race. However, they have to know how to properly lace up, take the first step and start...
Nite Ize Goods for a Safer Run
I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not a morning person, so I typically run in the afternoons and evenings – especially in the winter, when 3 p.m. seems to be the warmest...
Run the Bluegrass Training
Run the Bluegrass Training, Week 1
Monday, 12/8 – rest
Tuesday, 12/9 – 3.05 miles (11:14 avg pace)
Wednesday, 12/10 – rest
Thursday, 12/11 – 3.1 miles (10:52 avg pace)
Friday, 12/12 – rest
Saturday, 12/13 – 3.02 miles (11:02...
Choosing a Half Marathon Training Plan
I thought it was going to take me all month to figure out which program I wanted to use for half marathon training. On a whim after going for a run last night, I...
Friday Miscellany
Happy Friday! What are you up to this weekend? I have grand plans to catch up on Nashville, Scandal, and How to Get Away with Murder, plus the usual weekend errands and food prep.
These...
5 Cold Weather Running Tips
Considering the weather dropped from the 60s early in the week to mid-30s by the end, it seems perfectly appropriate to talk about cold weather running. Winter is not just coming, folks. It’s here....
Food Prep, Running Shoes, and Good Reads
Those who know me well know that this t-shirt was basically made for me.
Since I’ve been running a lot in the evenings after work, we’ve been upping our food prep game. Basically each Sunday...
