Pugaloo_Adventures

As the 2026 race season  begins, many of us are asking the same question: Which races do I want to do this year?  For new runners, this can feel overwhelming. When I first started, I had no idea where to find races , how to keep track of them , or that there were so many running communities, challenges, and goals  to choose from. Honestly, I didn’t even know half of what was out there. Auburn Resolution Run 2026 How My Running Journey Started My running journey really began i

We’ve all heard the saying that people only see the 1% —the finish line, the medals, the before-and-after photos—but they don’t see the 99% of effort  it takes to get there. And that 99%? That’s where the real work happens. There are plenty of days when I’m not motivated to exercise. I’ve had a long day at work. I still have mom and wife duties waiting for me at home. And somehow, I still have to figure out when and how to fit training into my day. That’s where Runna  has tru

As some may know, I have struggled with my weight my entire life. Even at a young age, I understood I would never be the “skinny girl.” I wasn’t built like a ballerina—I was built like an athlete. In high school, I was incredibly active: basketball, volleyball, track, and softball . But as adulthood rolled in, everything changed. Work, responsibilities, parenting, and exhaustion slowly edged out my fitness routines. 🔁 The Cycle of Diets, Successes, and Setbacks Like many peo