Race Day Tips for Walkers
Oh, how I love race days. Sure, I tend to hate the early wake-up times—and the chaos of driving to the starting line and finding a parking spot tends to stress me out. But...
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Get Outside! Making the Transition to Outdoor Walks
Spring is officially here! And though the weather where I live is still incredibly unpredictable—37 degrees one day, 72 and rainy the next—it’s time to start thinking about making the move from walking indoors...
Step into Spring: Walking Outside to Improve Health & Happiness
Here in the Midwest, we often suffer through difficult winters—months of bitter cold and snowy conditions and (worst of all) day after day without seeing the sun. For walkers, the winter can be even...
Race Weekend Essentials: A Walker’s Packing List
For my most recent half marathon, I did something that I’d never done before: I traveled to a race. Normally, when I’m preparing for a race, I have the time to plan everything. I...
Staycation Steps: Go on a Walking Adventure without Leaving Home
Now is the time of year when everyone is preparing for their next big travel adventure—whether it’s spring break or a summer getaway. Whenever I travel, I love finding new places to explore on...
Hydration Basics for Walkers
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Rebounding: Bounce Your Way through Cross-Training Day
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Beat the Dread: 7 Tips for Making Treadmill Walking More Fun
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5,000-Step Valentine’s Day Walking Playlist
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Walking Wellness: Knowing When Your Body Needs a Break
I’ve always been a naturally competitive person—but not in the typical way. I don’t really feel the need to compete with other people, but I’m constantly competing with myself. I have this constant need...