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How Running is Like Blackjack

On a 1997 Las Vegas girls’ trip, I hit the Big Win.

My college friends and I had traveled there for our last hurrah before college ended. In a few short months, we would be graduating and Read more

American Housewife and Big Girls

Somewhere along the line, our definition of healthy got distorted. We forgot that health can come in all shapes and sizes. Read on for real-life examples of those who buck this modern version of health and helping us to see beyond the body shape. Read more

When the Instructor Becomes the Student

The training for my January 1 5K race consistently provided me two thoughts: 1) I had a goal, wanted to meet it, and stick to the plan. 2) Just get through the training, the race and give yourself Read more

Yes, BUT

Let’s stop focusing on the number on the scale and use that energy to live the life God has planned for us. Amy Connell | GracedHealth.com

As a dedicated reader of Runner’s World Magazine, I have a confession: Most months, I roll my eyes and slightly cringe when I see the cover. Don’t get me wrong, the content is fantastic. If you’ve Read more