Issue #52

Miles, Maps & Styles

Hi Reader!

This past weekend I celebrated my birthday and honestly? It was an incredible weekend. Having a Spring birthday always reminds me summer is coming! The sun starts coming up earlier and with the upcoming kick off for the 30-day run streak (more info here) right around the corner, it means I am going to start running in the morning again soon!

Speaking of morning runs, this brings me to this week's featured post, How to Start a Morning Running Routine. Let's discuss tips for how to shift to a morning workout routine and more.

Let's dig in.

tl;dr

I know you're busy! If you want cut to the features without having to read the extra details, here are the links for these posts!

1. New On the Blog - Tips to Start a Morning Run Routine​
2. #TBT - Let's revisit this topic: Safety Tips for Solo Runners​
3. Prime Picks of the Week - Marathon Training Favorites​

New on the Blog

Tips to Start a Morning Run Routine

Morning running is a game-changer, but getting started can feel harder than the miles themselves.

Here's what the post covers:

• Morning runs eliminate the evening schedule chaos, making consistency so much easier to stick to.
• Early exercise genuinely improves your sleep, mental focus, and mood throughout the day.
• Most races start in the morning, so early training actually mirrors race-day conditions.

Get more early morning running strategies and more in this post!

Learn More

#TBT

Safety Tips for Running Solo

With more daylight and warmer temps, a lot of us are extending our routes, running earlier, or exploring new trails. It's the best time of year to be out there, and also a good moment to revisit this one.

This post covers everything from pre-run prep to running gear choices, smart route selection, and what to do if a run ever feels off. It's a quick, practical read that's worth a refresh no matter how long you've been running.

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Prime Picks of the Week

Here are a few products to help keep you safe on the run!

• Reflective Gear: Stay visible when you're out for a run, especially if you're running in the early morning after dark. I wore this Sprints hat for the London Marathon and it was very easy to spot our group from a distance! I'd also recommend a reflective vest.
• Personal Alarm: Consider getting a personal alarm for solo runs, like this one from She's Birdie.
• Open-ear Headphones: Stay aware of your surroundings with open-ear headphones! Shokz offers their original bone conduction headphones that rest on the side of your head (it's magic?) or a pair that clip on the side of your ear. This allows you to still hear what's happening around you all while you enjoy your music!

For a list of all my running favorites, check out this curated list on Amazon.

Shop Running Favorites

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-Liz

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