When most people think about running, they picture the physical side of it; legs moving, heart pounding, sweat pouring, maybe even a bit of pain. But the truth is, running starts in your head long before it starts in your body. For new runners (or those returning after a break), it’s not usually your fitness […]
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I want to talk about something that doesn’t get said enough: sometimes, running takes a back seat. Life happens. Energy dips. Motivation disappears without warning. Maybe you’ve been there too — watching your shoes gather dust while part of you still wants to run, but can’t quite get going. That’s been me, more than once. But here’s
How Community Keeps Me Going (Even When I’m Not Running) Read More »
I recently got a tough little reminder from my own body. After a few weeks of not doing much structured movement, I found myself needing to walk 10km. Not for training. Not for fun. But because I’m race director for an event, and it was time to check the course. I got it done. Job
When Your Body Says “Slow Down”: A Lesson in Patience Read More »
Lost Your Running Mojo? You’re Not Alone. If you’ve lost your running mojo lately, first of all — take a breath. It’s okay. Motivation dips happen to all of us. Life gets busy. Illness or injury pops up. Sometimes you just hit a patch where everything feels harder than it should. It’s not failure, and
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Let’s start with something important: If you move your body with the intention of running — even for a few steps — you’re a runner. You don’t need to hit a certain pace. You don’t need to look a certain way. And you definitely don’t need anyone else’s approval. At Runners Gateway, we believe running
Running Is For Everyone: Why You Already Belong Read More »
Let’s clear something up right from the start… You don’t have to be fast to be a runner. Not now. Not ever. It’s one of the biggest misconceptions that holds people back, this idea that running is only for the fast, the fit, or the fearless. But here at Runners Gateway, we know the truth:
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How to Cope When Running Feels Out of Reach There’s nothing quite like the frustration of an injury that won’t go away. Especially when running is part of who you are. You’ve spent years hitting the trails, building fitness, enjoying that post-run high—and now? You’re benched. Stuck. Watching others rack up the kms while you
When Injury Knocks You Flat Read More »
If Running Feels Impossible… You’re in the Right Place If you’ve ever thought about running but dismissed the idea because it felt too hard, too intimidating, or just not for you, then you are exactly where you need to be. Maybe you’ve spent years thinking, I’d love to be able to run, but I don’t know where
How to Start Running as a Beginner – A Step-by-Step Guide Read More »
Consistency is one of the biggest hurdles beginner runners face, especially when life gets hectic. Between work, family commitments, social obligations, and the unexpected curveballs life throws, finding time for running can feel impossible. Yet, it’s precisely during these busy times that running can be a lifeline—not just for your physical health but also for
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Introduction Starting out as a runner, especially if you’re out of shape or new to fitness, can feel intimidating. Running might seem like a solo sport, but it doesn’t have to be a lonely one. In fact, joining a community of runners can bring motivation, joy, and consistency into your journey in ways you might
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