Mirna Valerio

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News

Lululemon is Pushing the Boundaries for Female Athletes by Launching ‘FURTHER’

The sportswear brand is backing scientific studies to understand women’s sports performance

Melanie MitchellMay 30, 2023

People

Mirna Valerio Isn’t Back to Her Old Self, She’s Back to Her New Self

Injury can be disappointing and frustrating, but it can also show us a new way forward

Micah LingApril 25, 2023

People

Mirna Valerio's Advice to Her Younger Self: Practice Saying "No"

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

Mirna ValerioMarch 18, 2022

Culture

7 Running Memoirs by BIPOC Authors

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

Stacey MegallyFebruary 1, 2022

Training

8 Reasons Why Running Is The Most Perfect Sport Ever

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

Mirna ValerioAugust 30, 2016

Training

A Testament To The Impact Cross Country Has On Young Girls

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

Mirna ValerioAugust 23, 2016

Training

What I'm Doing To Make Sure I Can Run Forever

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

Mirna ValerioAugust 16, 2016

Training

The Single Mom Who Ran 314 Miles And Worked The Next Day

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

Mirna ValerioJuly 26, 2016

Training

8 Ways To Stay Safe Running In The Heat

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

Mirna ValerioJuly 19, 2016

Training

8 Ways I Knew My Personal Trainer Was A Perfect Fit

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

Mirna ValerioJuly 12, 2016

Trail

Ten Etiquette Reminders For Running Or Racing On The Trails

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.

Mirna ValerioJuly 5, 2016

Trail

This Ultra Needs To Be On Your Bucket List Immediately

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?

Mirna ValerioJune 27, 2016

Training

A Surprise Lesson I Learned At An Obstacle Race

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

Mirna ValerioJune 21, 2016

Training

You Can Reflect On A Bad Race And Still Feel Good About It

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

Mirna ValerioJune 14, 2016

Training

She's Running A Race Every Weekend While In The Army

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

Mirna ValerioJune 7, 2016

Training

10 Tips To Successfully Train For An Obstacle Race

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

Mirna ValerioMay 9, 2016

Training

The Positive Effect Social Media Can Have On Your Running

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

Mirna ValerioMay 3, 2016

Training

This High School Senior Ran A Marathon For A School Project

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

Mirna ValerioApril 26, 2016

Training

Why Philadelphia Is The Perfect City For Runners

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

Mirna ValerioApril 19, 2016

Training

A Simple Reminder To Focus On Your Own Running Journey

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

Mirna ValerioApril 12, 2016

Mirna Valerio

Latest Stories

Lululemon is Pushing the Boundaries for Female Athletes by Launching ‘FURTHER’

Mirna Valerio Isn’t Back to Her Old Self, She’s Back to Her New Self

Mirna Valerio's Advice to Her Younger Self: Practice Saying "No"

7 Running Memoirs by BIPOC Authors

8 Reasons Why Running Is The Most Perfect Sport Ever

A Testament To The Impact Cross Country Has On Young Girls

What I'm Doing To Make Sure I Can Run Forever

The Single Mom Who Ran 314 Miles And Worked The Next Day

8 Ways To Stay Safe Running In The Heat

8 Ways I Knew My Personal Trainer Was A Perfect Fit

Ten Etiquette Reminders For Running Or Racing On The Trails

This Ultra Needs To Be On Your Bucket List Immediately

A Surprise Lesson I Learned At An Obstacle Race

You Can Reflect On A Bad Race And Still Feel Good About It

She's Running A Race Every Weekend While In The Army

10 Tips To Successfully Train For An Obstacle Race

The Positive Effect Social Media Can Have On Your Running

This High School Senior Ran A Marathon For A School Project

Why Philadelphia Is The Perfect City For Runners

A Simple Reminder To Focus On Your Own Running Journey

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