Members of a running club are smiling and chatting as they take a break in the middle of their run

Running Clubs: How They Can Help Motivate You and Keep Your Training on Course

Running can often be a solitary sport, comprised of chasing individual goals and following your own schedule. However, running clubs can quickly transform it into a communal and social experience. For many people, joining a running club offers more than just a group of people to run with; it becomes a source of motivation on good days and one ... More
Two runners run on the beach in the evening and reflect in the wet sand together with the sunset

What We Forget: How to Reflect on Your Running Journey and Celebrate Your Progress!

As the air cools and leaves start turning yellow, we find ourselves quickly approaching the Berkeley Half Marathon. Whether you're running the race or not, you're likely looking toward your next milestone. However, I want you to take a moment and reflect on the journey that got you where you are today. Do you remember your first goal? ... More
A young couple in athletic wear is stretching during their warm-up for a run

Warm-Ups and Cool-Downs: Why What You do Before and After a Run Matters

As the summer heat abates and the soles on our running shoes wear out, the calendar continues to tick towards race day. (We’re now less than 3 months from the start of the Berkeley Half Marathon!) The closer you are to a race, the more you focus on hitting your mileage. However, the run itself isn't the only thing you should focus on; what ... More
A group of goofy runners are getting ready to gamify their running

5+ Ways to Gamify Running and Make Your Workouts More Fun

Motivation can be an incredibly fickle thing. It comes and goes on a whim; it can let you dive in and work towards your goals or leave you wondering if it’s worth putting the effort in right now. Trying to find the motivation, even for things you want to do, can sometimes be a challenge. If an immediate reward or good feeling isn’t in the ... More
An older man and a woman do planks together in and outdoor exercise area, a great option for a cheap workout.

Cheap Workouts: How to Get a Great Workout Done on a Budget

Working out can get expensive quickly. Either you’re paying for a costly gym membership every month or you’re spending hundreds (possibly thousands!) on home workout equipment. Thankfully, there are many ways you can cut down on these expenses. Whether you have a tight budget or are just hesitant to spend that much money, you can still ... More
An Asian woman in a sports bra is running in hot weather on a sunny day

Running in Hot Weather: 3 Ways to Make It Work & Keep Your Body Safe

While many runners are still enjoying cooler weather, many others are starting to (literally) feel the heat. Some will have to deal with warmer weather only temporarily during the summer months. Others deal with hot weather running year-round, living in climates that never quite seem to give in to lower temperatures. Wherever you may be ... More
A smiling Black woman running with music

Running with Music: How your Tunes can Help You Train

Think about the last movie or show you watched that had a training montage. What about that video game you played that included an action sequence? Chances are pretty good that the scene was accompanied by a song—and not just any song, but something upbeat, inspiring, with a quick tempo, or at least a moderate one. Did it pull you into the ... More
A construction worker happily skips, training with a physical job

How to Reconcile Training with a Physically Demanding Job

I’ve been joining a friend of mine at the gym for a few months now; they’ve been training hard and I had decided to join them for some extra motivation. Working out with friends increases accountability, and that had been the case for me, too. However, a few weeks ago, my friend started a new job where they’re on their feet all the ... More
A morning person woman runs early in the morning with the sun rising behind her

Good Morning, Sunshine! How to Become a Morning Person, Plus The Benefits of Running in the Mornings

Chirping birds. Droplets of dew. The sun, just starting to peek above the horizon. These are the hallmarks of an early morning of a bright new day. If you’re like me, however, the idea of actually waking up to see all this might sound like torture instead of serendipity. However, maybe you, just like me, are also curious about the potential ... More
A plus-size Black woman in athletic clothes celebrates post-run. Am I a runner? Yes, you are!

“Am I Really a Runner?” Yes. If You Run, You are a Runner

Running has remained one of—if not the—most accessible outdoor exercises since it became a popular sport and recreational activity around the 1960's. (Of course, running existed before the 1960's. However, after it stopped being necessary for the sake of survival and before it experienced its rebirth in the 20th century, people who ran ... More