Mirna Valerio

Ultrarunner and author Mirna Valerio recalls patterns of overstriving in her young self that she still carries today.

Looking for a new book to read? Dive into someone else's perspective with these compelling running memoirs.

In addition to the obvious, like the health benefits, there are some reasons that running is simply the best.

This coach has seen what high schoolers can take away from cross country first-hand.

One runner learned hip and glute pain isn't something to put on the back burner.

This story of Jameela Abdul-Rahim Mujaahid will both amaze and inspire you.

Summer running...isn't always a blast.

After having personal trainers push their own agendas in the past, here's how one runner knew she found the perfect one for her.

Whether you are a newbie or veteran to the trails, these ten reminders from Fat Girl Running are a great refresher for your next run.

What do you get when you combine the Green Mountains of Vermont, fresh-out-of-the-oven pizza and cool beer in a finisher’s pint glass?

It turns out it's the lesson we all need more than ever right now.

Fat Girl Running reflects on her race weekend and shares how to find the good in any race.

She discovered her love of running when struggling to meet the Army's timed-run standards.

Here is how one runner approached it and found surprising benefits.

One runner shares the positivity she has found through connecting with others.

Bethany Alvarez was busy studying for the SAT, applying to college and being a teenager...oh yeah, and training for a marathon.

One New Yorker gets a wake up call about the wonders of running in Philadelphia.

In running it can be all too easy to play the comparison game.

Sometimes we can forget to be thankful for the sport we love.

If you're thinking about obstacle course racing, here's what you need to know before signing up.

Even if you don't think you are speedy, you can still benefit from doing some faster workouts.

And this is how it turned out.

The perfect way to reflect on your race experience is to write it all down.

If you have a fall race planned, you can start preparing for it now.

Find out why you should be following Mirna Valerio's great blog.

Normally a solo runner, Mirna welcomed her son on a run—and enjoyed every moment of it.

Those goals you made on January—are you still working towards them?

The treadmill isn't something to dread. It is a great tool for your training.

The only things in their pantry are Gu's, powders and bars.

Sometimes we don't finish a race. But there is no reason to dwell on it.

Mondays are a time of renewal—even if it feels tough.

These books are the kick in the pants you need to push towards your new goals.

Let's make some goals and crush them in 2016!

Making a schedule and sticking to it can help you have one constant during the holiday craziness.

One runner walks us through the recovery process and why it's so tough.

Running does more for your heart than giving it something new to love.

This runner took away a lot of knowledge from her latest ultramarathon.

Keeping up with long runs year-round keeps you ready for anything.

When runs get tough, this runner thinks of her friend and pushes forward.

Sometimes running in circles can get you further than you could imagine.