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Pelvic Floor Health For Runners

Pelvic Floor Health For Runners

Do you find yourself running to the bathroom before you head out the door, avoiding group runs, or afraid to wear anything but black running tights just in case? Life happens, but PT Nancy Boyd shares some ways you can help.
— Nancy Boyd
An Introduction to the Paralympics and Wheelchair Racing

An Introduction to the Paralympics and Wheelchair Racing

Paralympian Jenna Fesemeyer shares background on the Paralympics and her sport, wheelchair racing. Learn more about how she found the sport, who can compete at the Paralympics, selection criteria for Paris 2024 and more.
— Jenna Fesemyer
Overcoming OTS and RED-S: Jenna's Journey

Overcoming OTS and RED-S: Jenna's Journey

Read Jenna Fesemyer's story of facing Overtraining Syndrome (OTS) and RED-S in pursuit of her Paralympic dreams and the Berlin Marathon. Follow her triumphant journey from adversity, shedding light on the often-overlooked challenges of female athletes.
— Jenna Fesemyer
THE ROAD TO PARIS

THE ROAD TO PARIS

On our Littlewing Athletics team, we have two athletes who are hoping to go the distance jusqu'à Paris: Carrie Mack and Theresa Hailey. Carrie and Theresa talk about their respective approaches to training, share personal racing stories and experiences, and share tips on what works for each of them.. and what definitely doesn't!
— Rebecca Nelson
BLAZING WITH INTENT

BLAZING WITH INTENT

In this thoughtful blog, Carrie Mack discusses the joys, along with the mental thought processes that come with pregnancy while training at the elite level.
— Carrie Mack
BYOB: BE YOUR OWN BUDDY

BYOB: BE YOUR OWN BUDDY

LilSheba's guide to self-accountability, and lessons she learned over the past year. Realistic tips and tricks for setting yourself up for success when group runs and races are back on the menu.
— Rebecca Nelson
THE MIDDLE MILES ARE THE SWEET SPOT: RUNNING IN THE SECOND TRIMESTER

THE MIDDLE MILES ARE THE SWEET SPOT: RUNNING IN THE SECOND TRIMESTER

Oiselle teammate, marathoner, and soon-to-be mom of  2, Teal Burrell shares her experience with running in the second trimester.
— Teal Burrell
QUARANTINE, LIBERATION, AND RECOVERY

QUARANTINE, LIBERATION, AND RECOVERY

Oiselle teammate and marathoner Andie Cozzarelli shares her reality of 2020, coping with isolation, anxiety, and depression. None of us are alone.
— Andie Cozzarelli
THE KEY TO MASTERS RUNNING - FLEXIBILITY

THE KEY TO MASTERS RUNNING - FLEXIBILITY

One necessary tool on the journey of masters running? Ultimate flexibility. I’m not talking about the muscle/ tendon kind of flexibility - that can help, although strength is probably more important - I’m talking about true mental flexibility that is practiced by the minute, hour, day, month, and yea
— Sarah Lesko
HARD. CORE. ON LOSING (AND FINDING) YOUR CENTER

HARD. CORE. ON LOSING (AND FINDING) YOUR CENTER

Runner and mother of two, Molly Clark Hillard shares her journey with postpartum running. After undergoing two c-sections in two years and with minimal postpartum support, she found herself rocked to her core. With the support of the Running Evolution community she is now running faster and happier than ever.
— Molly Clark Hillard
THE ART OF THE RUNNING RESTART

THE ART OF THE RUNNING RESTART

How do you get started with running? Getting out the door is always the hardest part - especially if you’re coming back from illness or injury! Luckily, Running Evolution Coach Beth Baker (also known as the #ButtSlap queen) has the perfect introduction training plan, along with tricks to get you moving.
— Beth Baker
PASSION, PERSEVERANCE, AND THE PIVOT POINT

PASSION, PERSEVERANCE, AND THE PIVOT POINT

Former Haute Volée javelin thrower Bethany Drake had big dreams for this year, but 2020 didn't unfold as any of us thought it would. As she grappled with what this meant for her javelin career she realized her heart was telling her what her mind wasn’t quite ready to admit. It was time to call a close to her javelin career.
— Bethany Drake