2019 was a difficult year for me as I dealt with multiple injuries and setbacks, one after the other. At times, I felt very overwhelmed and frustrated as I had so much planned, including my first half marathon. As the year is coming to a close, I have learned that I really couldn’t have planned […]
My friends often ask me how I can run in the winter. Actually, winter is my favourite time of year for running because there’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing choices. Here are some tips to help you run through the winter. Hands – Under 5C, I start wearing gloves. When it’s […]
So you’d like to be a brand ambassador? We’re pretty excited that you’re interested in becoming part of the Run Little Monkey team! What does it take to become a brand ambassador? Ideally, we’re looking for 2 or 3 women in Ontario of any age who are embarking on a new chapter: either taking up […]
Race season is upon us and, once again, I’ve signed up for way too many races this year. It’s only April and I have already done my first 3 races of 2019 over 3 consecutive weekends. You can read about my race reports (ATB30K, Spring Run-Off 8k, and NYC Shape Half) over on my blog. […]
When I originally decided I was going to run a half marathon, I had just gotten back into running. I had no idea what I was getting myself into, nor the amount of work I would have to put in to get myself there. I also had not given any thought to injuries since I […]
When I started running in my 20s, I mostly ran solo and never trained consistently. There was always one excuse or another: it’s too hot, it’s too cold, I’m too tired, I have work to do, I have no time, etc. . . . When I got back into running in 2017, after six months […]
Ever feel like consistency isn’t happening? Feeling overwhelmed by each day’s training plan? Always putting everything ahead of your running? I was feeling that for a very long time even in April 2018 when I was starting my second marathon training cycle. I started off strong in the first week nailing each one of my […]
Do you ever wake up at 6 a.m. and scroll through your social media only to see some of your fellow running friends have already completed their runs for the day? Do you wonder how they do it? How they make it work? I am one of those friends at the gym by 4 a.m […]
Where do you live? Toronto. What are your running goals for 2019? Sub 2:50 at Around the Bay 30K Sub 4:00 at Toronto Marathon Sub 1:50 at Beaches Half Complete my first triathlon at Iron Girl Grimsby Where is your favourite place to run? I like to explore the city so I love any kind […]
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