Walking and Running as a Spiritual Practice
When most people think about walking or running, they picture fitness trackers, training plans, or chasing a finish line. And of course, those things have their place. But movement can also be more than exercise. It can become a way to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and even touch something deeper. I’ve had moments out […]
You Don’t Have To Do This Alone
The quiet power of community for beginner and returning runners When you’re just starting out—or starting over—it’s easy to feel like you’re the only one out there. You’re walking or running at a pace that feels miles behind everyone else. You’re second-guessing your ability, your body, and whether you even belong out there. And most […]
How to Fit Running (or Walking) Into a Busy Life
If you ever feel like running or walking just doesn’t fit into your schedule, you’re not alone. Most people don’t avoid movement because they’re lazy… they avoid it because they’re exhausted, time-poor, juggling too much, or simply overwhelmed. That’s real life! The solution isn’t squeezing your life into a perfect plan. It’s about reshaping how we […]
You’re Not Who You Were… And That’s Okay
Let’s talk about something that sneaks up on a lot of us when we try to return to running — the frustration of not being where we used to be! You used to be able to run 5k without stopping. You used to be faster, stronger, lighter. You used to enjoy it. And now? It feels hard. You feel slow. […]
Progress Isn’t a Competition
Ever had one of those days where you feel proud for getting out the door, only to scroll through social media and see someone else has run 15km at a blistering pace — and suddenly, your little 20-minute walk doesn’t feel like it counts anymore? That’s the comparison trap. And it’s one of the sneakiest […]
Gatekeepers Don’t Get to Define You
You know the ones. The self-proclaimed experts. The “real runner” police. The voices that tell you if you’re not fast enough, slim enough, or serious enough… you don’t belong. Let’s be clear about one thing right from the start: They don’t get to decide that. Not for you. Not for anyone. The Myth of the […]
The Active Couch Potato Trap
If you’ve been on your running journey for a while, you might have noticed something interesting — and maybe a little surprising. When you first started, you were probably making an effort to add movement into your day wherever you could. Short walks before work, extra trips up the stairs, a stroll after dinner… every […]
You Don’t Need Fancy Gear to Be a Runner
Let’s get this out of the way early: you do not need to spend hundreds of dollars on running gear to get started. You don’t need the latest tech, flashy shoes, or colour-coordinated outfits. You don’t need leggings that cost more than your weekly groceries or a top with built-in UV protection and seventeen different pockets. What […]
Why Running Is More Mental Than You Think
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 […]
How Community Keeps Me Going (Even When I’m Not Running)
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 […]
When Your Body Says “Slow Down”: A Lesson in Patience
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 […]
5 Gentle Ways To Regain Your Running Mojo
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 […]