Monthly Archives: February 2012
Just Because I Love You: Running is the Ever Constant Cupid
Whether you are single or with a special someone, never fret because even if the fat, little Cupid didn’t come visit you with chocolates and arrows, running’s got you covered. True, it may not be able to spoon you in … Continue reading
Eating the Heart Out of Life: Digging for Positives and WHY the Journey is Worth it to You
How do you ‘eat the heart out’ of life? How do you celebrate the positives in life? Cherish even the little, fleeting moments, soak up what the moment may bring, and savor the deliciousness of what makes you smile? Sometimes … Continue reading
Filed under art, family, friends, motivation
Racing Re-Cap: Things We Can All Learn From This Weekend
In case you’ve lived in a bit of a running cave, or don’t follow running all that much, there were some pretty big time races going on this weekend. We saw American Records being broken left and right, the family … Continue reading
Runners Have Legs For…
Today is short and to the point. Running gives us oh so many perks in life, be it the physical benefit of a strong body or the mental boost from endorphins. And ya, the high after a PR or gut … Continue reading
Filed under art, motivation, running
Adjusting ‘The Plan’: A Training Plan is Etched in Stone, More Like an Outline
When it comes to workouts and training I like plans. I like knowing what I’m going to be doing ahead of time. I feel most productive if I know where I am, know where I want to end up, and … Continue reading
Motivation and Self-Deception: Sometimes it’s a matter of talking yourself up or lying yourself into a run
Running and getting sweaty is tough business…it’s hard work to get out there and consistently kick your own tush. Don’t get me wrong it comes with plenty of rewards, (nothing can beat the feeling of shaking legs and a new … Continue reading
Filed under giveaway, motivation, running
10 Bits of Advice You Won’t Read in Runner’s World…
I’ve debated putting this post up because it may bring up a little unease or irk some people…but here goes. There is something I like to call the Runner’s World vs. Running Times advice. More correctly, you give different advice … Continue reading
Proper Running Form and the Freakshow Running Circus
Does anyone else stare at runners just a little begrudgingly when they are injured? Sort of like that happy runner out there is just trying to stick it to me…they can do it and I cant! Ahhh, I’ll call it … Continue reading
Keeping it in the Family: What Age is Appropriate for Kids to Start Running Competitively?
Are you the only runner in your family? Did you start running because an older sibling got into it and because you thought anything they did was cool, you laced up to go run too? Or did you come from … Continue reading
Warning: Injured Runners May Bite
Today’s post is short and to the point. To all my injured, grumpy runners…it may only be fair to warn those who must coexist among us until we’re back and able to put in the miles. 1) Best stay happy … Continue reading
Hello! My name is Cait, I'm a freelance writer and artist who is more than a little obsessed with running. The Arty Runnerchick is dedicated to connecting with other runners and those sweat obsessed through words and art!