Life Experiences

5 Workouts to Make You Run Faster

I've been running consistently now for over a year, and I've improved drastically in that time. My friend and I started running at the same time, and it makes us both excited to see how far we've come. Running has changed the way I look at life- I know I can get through pain and… Continue reading 5 Workouts to Make You Run Faster

Fitness

A Running Start

So you want to join track? Already planning for next spring? If so, today I'm writing for you. As you probably know, I joined a middle school track team this past spring and had a great experience. I'm not a track or running expert by a long shot, but today I want to give you… Continue reading A Running Start

Life Experiences

3 Things I’ve Learned From Track Meets (that apply to everyday life).

We looked at each other as the baton clattered to the track. A silent message of fear passed between us from the look in our eyes. My relay teammate picked up the baton and quickly handed it to me. I bolted away. I ran my first away meet for track on Thursday. We crammed onto… Continue reading 3 Things I’ve Learned From Track Meets (that apply to everyday life).

Christian living, Life Experiences

How Humility Hit Me In the Face

Track is hard. I'll be honest with you and tell you I'm not a runner. I got 16th in a mile race (last) and I was lapped. I try hard, but I am sometimes discouraged. Still, I'm thankful. Why? Because I now know what it's like to be last. I know what it's like to… Continue reading How Humility Hit Me In the Face

Fashion Fridays

Fashion Friday: Staying Warm Outside

I recently started track, and I am trying my best to get used to it.  Ohio weather is really unpredictable, and it is still cold outside.  In fact, we just got a quick dusting of snow a few minutes ago even though it is March. 😧 We basically follow this loose outline for track: we run inside… Continue reading Fashion Friday: Staying Warm Outside

Life Experiences

A Little PE…🚲

I'm homeschooled, so I don't do PE as part of my school day.  I either have to join a sports team, do some exercise by myself, or do something active with my family.  Today my mom, some of my siblings, and I went on a bike ride.  We live in an area that has a… Continue reading A Little PE…🚲