Author: Vicky
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Discovering Shrewsbury’s Parkrun Experience
A couple of weeks ago, while visiting family in the UK, we spent a few days in my hometown of Shrewsbury – a picturesque, medieval market town nestled in a bend of the River Severn. With its Tudor buildings, winding alleys, and warm community feel, it’s a lovely place to…
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Exploring Philadelphia’s Schuylkill River Trail
Last weekend, my husband and I drove up to Philadelphia to visit a friend of his who was in town. Since it’s about a three-hour drive from DC, we decided to make a weekend of it, booking a hotel, strolling through the city, grabbing lunch, and enjoying an afternoon drink…
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The Importance of Taking a Break After a Marathon
Whether you crossed the finish line with a PB, gritted your teeth through every mile, or soaked in the scenery on a coastal course like the Big Sur International Marathon, one thing is true for all marathoners: recovery matters. After weeks, and often months, of commitment, training, and race-day focus,…
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Big Sur Marathon: A Wild, Windy and Wonderfully Scenic Adventure
When I entered the Big Sur Marathon lottery last year, I didn’t fully grasp what I was signing up for. I’m used to big-city marathons; flat, fast courses with huge crowds of spectators and high energy from start to finish. Big Sur, by contrast, is the polar opposite: small, hilly,…
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Big Sur Weekend: The Start of the Racecation Adventure
I’m writing this from the plane – we’re currently en route to San Francisco for a long weekend in California, and I’m so excited! We’ve been planning this trip for ages, and there’s so much to see and do. Once upon a time, back when I still lived in the…
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Exploring Lady Bird Lake in Austin
Last week, I traveled to Austin for SXSW EDU for work. It was my first time in the city, and I was excited, not only for the conference but also to catch up with a wonderful friend who lives there. I’d also heard amazing things about running in Austin, and…
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Adapting Your Marathon Training to Winter Conditions
Training for a marathon during winter can be a real challenge. The dark mornings and evenings, coupled with unpredictable weather, can easily derail your plans for long runs and speed workouts. So, how can you stay consistent and on track when nature isn’t cooperating? While I always prefer running outdoors,…
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Winter Running Gear: What You Really Need
Firstly, let me say that I enjoy running in the winter. It requires a bit more organization than summer running, but I appreciate the newly discovered speed, thanks to the cold temperatures, as well as the ever-changing scenery and crisp, sunny days. Of course, not all runs are like that.…
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The Benefits of Walking: Simple Steps to Better Health
Walking is a type of exercise that’s available to most people. You don’t need any special equipment other than some comfy and supportive shoes, and you don’t need specific clothes. There’s also no need to join a gym or club to get started so it’s affordable, even to those on…
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Why You Should Join a Parkrun Near You
When I was recently in London, I learned just how inclusive and friendly parkruns are. They are great for everyone; fast runners, slower runners, runners with dogs, runners with babies, solo runners, runners with friends, runners training for races, runners wanting to make new friends and run/walkers…. Parkrun is inclusive…
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Running in Regent’s Park: A Scenic London Adventure
One of the biggest surprises during my recent trip to London was discovering how wonderful it is to run in Regent’s Park. Whether you’re looking to log 3 miles or 20, this beautiful park offers endless possibilities for runners and walkers alike (no bikes are permitted in the park). With…
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Essential Packing Tips for Active Vacations
Before packing for an active vacation, there are a few questions you need to ask yourself so that you don’t end up taking too much or too little – we’ve all been there, sitting on our suitcases, willing them to close! I’ve also been there, trying to go for a…
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