January 2, 2018

Best of MRG: Everything You Need to Know About Winter Running

Following a weekend of significant snowfall — parts of northern Michigan saw more than two feet — and with more […]

August 15, 2017

Vicki Kavanaugh of Total Trek Quest talks empowering young boys through running

When I met west Michigan runner Vicki Kavanaugh at this summer’s Mercy Health Seaway Run and Lake Michigan Half Marathon—Vicki […]

January 18, 2017

Gazelle Girl Half Marathon reveals finisher medals, special 5th anniversary legacy gift

Along with a group of girlfriends, I ran the Gazelle Girl Half Marathon a few years ago. Ever since, I’ve wanted […]

December 27, 2016

Episode #75: Everything You Need to Know About Winter Running

We’ve got you covered for running outdoors throughout the next few months. In this “best of” MRG Podcast re-release, Heather Durocher […]

August 16, 2016

Runner Girl Gear: Back pain? Aching shoulders? Chafed skin? It might be your sports bra…

Comfortable running socks and shoes? Check. Running tees and shorts that stay put and are made of breathable material? Check. […]

March 18, 2016

Episode #33: Inside the Gazelle Girl Half Marathon & 5K in Grand Rapids

Downtown Grand Rapids each spring plays host to the Gazelle Girl Half Marathon & 5K, attracting thousands of runners to the female-focused event. […]

January 28, 2016

Episode #26: Tips for Staying Motivated All Winter Long

You set your goals for 2016. You mapped out your race plan for the year. You started out with a […]

December 3, 2015

Episode #18: Everything You Need to Know About Winter Running + Yaktrax Giveaway

Though our winter so far has been mild, colder and snowier weather is surely coming — and we’ve got you […]

November 12, 2015

Episode #15: Thanksgiving Races in Michigan

Thanksgiving dinner never tasted so good. This is how runners feel after completing a turkey trot in their hometown on Thanksgiving […]

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