“We’re so wrapped up in our running that we’re afraid to take a day off, run less, run slower, or, heaven forbid, take a walk on days our bodies tell us we’re not recovered enough for our “usual” workout. We’re…
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Loved Just The Way You Are: A Father’s Day Run
Daddy and Itty Bitty Artie Cakes! Happy Father’s Day to an amazing man, father, my Daddy…my Pops! It’s no secret that this time of year is VERY hard for me. My Dad passed away over 9 years ago, but not…
National Running Day!
National Running Day is Wednesday, June 5! I’m so excited for many reasons. This is a special day for runners from around the world to celebrate their passion! Running has been so rewarding for me and many others. Not only…
I’m Ready To Color Me RAD!
I’m ready to be RAD and because I’m an 80’s baby…being Rad comes naturally. We are about to Paint the Town Rainbow! I will be participating in the on Saturday, June 1st. People from around the city and beyond will…
Every Mile is Earned
I shared in a previous post about my first half marathon. It was such an incredible experience! Running is something that I truly enjoy and love! It’s a personal thing for me. As I climb to higher heights, I set…
What A Difference A Year Makes: Guess Who Turned 2? #blogaversary
Wow! I still can’t believe it’s been two years since I started my blog. I remember like it was yesterday when I posted my first blog post. I absolutely LOVE blogging and My Pretty Brown Fit (Formerly known as My…
I Ran Into A “Celebrity” On The Trail
Yesterday morning I was finishing up my run and I ran into a celebrity of the running world! Well after you hear all about him, you will think so too! This tall man, who looked like he could outrun me…
Run For Boston
Yesterday, I was so excited to post about the Boston Marathon and how exciting it was seeing thousands and thousands of runners from around the world be a part of one of the most historic races in the world! I…
Run Mercedes Ready! + BGR! Drive to End Hunger 5K/10K Recap!
Race week is here!!! I can’t believe I will be running my FIRST half-marathon! Mercedes-Benz Marathon Weekend is February 15-17, 2013 (race day being Sunday, February 17th). Although I’ve been training for over the past 8 months, I’m still nervous,…
Black Girls RUN! Preserve The Sexy Tour is Coming to Birmingham!
Black Girls RUN! Preserve The Sexy Tour is coming to Birmingham (AL) on February 2, 2013! Co-Founders Toni Carey and Ashley Hicks decided to take Black Girls Run! on the road and travel to cities in the “Stroke Belt”. These…
Happy National Running Day!
HAPPY NATIONAL RUNNING DAY!!! I will be joining the rest of the BGR Nation and Runners across the country for National Running Day by getting out and hitting the pavement! NRD came at the perfect timing! I just started my two-a-day challenge which…
