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I Am In Way Worse Shape Than I Thought

I knew that when I said I d let myself go, that I was out of shape. I weigh more than I have in a decade and a half, and I have been relatively sedentary for years. But I thought I d at least be able to run more than 30 seconds at a time without my [ ]

I Miss Being a Runner

I haven t run in a long time. It makes me sad. It makes me a little angry. And it makes me wistful. I posted years ago about how I had started to let myself go and got back up to 242 lbs. I had intended to try the runDisney Dopey Challenge for my 40th birthday. [ ]

Running is a Dirty Habit

Your running habit will probably be nasty and filthy. Maybe even funky. This is a dirty habit. You'll never end a run spotless. And that is amazing.

Can I Run the Dopey Challenge at 40 Years Old?

I am horribly out of shape and in no way, shape, or form ready to run the Dopey Challenge in January. Let's see if we can change that.

How to Know When To Replace Running Shoes

When I first started to run, I had no concept of when to replace running shoes. I had no idea when to replace shoes in general. I started to run in a pair of Skechers that I d worn almost every day for somewhere between 6 and 8 years. Needless to say, they were almost entirely [ ]

11 Years of Weight Loss and Geek Fitness

11 years I started losing from 310 pounds. Plus, it's been another 8 years since I started Geek Fitness. That's just nuts.

7 Top Nintendo Switch Workout & Fitness Games

You have no shortage of choices for workout games for the Nintendo Switch, but these are our expert picks for the best fitness games for your at-home workouts.

Hot Bath vs Ice Bath Recovery – Which is Better?

What does research say is better for recovery? An ice bath after running or a dip into a nice hot bath to ease your muscles?

Tips on How To Breathe While Running

Whether you're a new runner or a veteran, learning how to breathe while running is a fundamental skill that will make you a better athlete.

Running with Asthma: From Huff-and-Puff to Half-Marathon

Running with asthma may seem impossible. But as an asthmatic, I promise you can become a runner if you know these three things when you start!