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Success Stories of the Week

Way to go, Karen! And yes, you ARE a runner :)

Congratulations Asya! Way to play the long game!


Do you hate running? Or maybe you’ve tried but can’t seem to enjoy it? You’re not alone. The good news?

Running doesn’t have to feel like punishment.

In this new blog post, I share why so many people struggle with running—and how to make it easier, more enjoyable, and something you actually look forward to.

If running has felt like a battle, this post might change the game for you. Let me know what you think!


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Welcome to Week 7 of the N2R Challenge

Welcome to Week 7 of the N2R Challenge

Welcome to Week 7! What you can expect in week 7: Runs jump to 2 minutes in week 7. Don’t be afraid to repeat Week 6 if you need more time to build endurance. Recommended Reading: IT'S NOT GETTING EASIER...HELP! 🎁 Giveaway! There are 3 None to Run t-shirts up for grabs this week! To be eligible to win, simply provide one piece of advice to someo...

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This was my first run as a 50 YEAR OLD, and it felt wonderfully easy, even despite all the restaurant food and cake I've had which was a huge shock to my system. I've been repeating most weeks, so I'm doing a 2nd week of N2R w4 runs this week. Hey, you guys, please remember that it's ALWAYS okay to adjust your goals as necessary. It's probably ...

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I'm pretty sure I forgot to post the rest of Week 6, but I did step up to W7 today. I'm still struggling with really bad leg cramps so I took two more minutes off my pace today. I didn't even take an outdoor photo when I was done. I can't go any slower - heck my walking pace is faster than my run pace and I slowed that down by 2 minutes too. ...

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Mark

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Hey Reader, I hope you're all having a great summer (if in the northern hemisphere)! My wife and I just got back from 10 days of hiking in the beautiful Dolomites of northern Italy. Spectacular scenery! Dolomites, Italy 🥾 Walking Your Way to Better Health Running isn’t always the right starting point—and that’s totally okay. Whether you're coming back from an injury, just getting moving again, or looking for a gentler way to build fitness, walking can be incredibly powerful. In our latest...

Hey Reader, I hope you are enjoying some nicer weather wherever you are! I have officially kicked off my training for a bucket-list cycling trip to France this September. I'll be cycling through Provence for 5 days with a couple of close friends, including a ride up the legendary Mt. Ventoux! Mt. Ventoux I am also very excited about the None to Run group run + run/walk on Sunday, June 22nd. If you're in the Toronto area, I'd love to see you there! Here are the event details: 📅 Date: Sunday,...

Hey Reader, A few quick things for you this week—especially if you're in or near Toronto! ....but first. Congrats Kristy! 🗓️ You're Invited: None to Run Group Run in Toronto! I'm hosting a free group run and would love for you to join. 📅 Date: Sunday, June 22, 2025⌚ Time: 10:00 AM📍 Location: High Park (Exact meetup spot will be emailed closer to the date) We’ll go for a relaxed 30-minute run (or walk/run!) together—no pace pressure. Coffee after! Come as you are and run your current N2R...