Michigan Runner Girl

01/25/2026

I think I earned my new hoodie today. 🥶

It’s never, ever easy. Especially on one of the coldest days of winter. But I’m always so happy I push myself to do this race. Every time.

Thank you, .events for another just-right January snowshoe race in the gorgeous snowy woods at .

It was so very cold, but we did it. Once again, nature and movement and being around fellow runners and walkers who are kind and determined and encouraging is the answer.

Love wins.

(And I got second in my age group. 🥹🏃🏻‍♀️)

01/24/2026

Just keep moving, just keep moving … ❄️🏃🏻‍♀️

01/19/2026

With highs only in the 10s/teens, and wind chills starting in the 0° to -10° range—and dropping through the afternoon and evening tomorrow—it seems like as good a time as ever to announce the all-new MRG Winter Collection on the online store, including these new faves of mine, the Winter Runner Mug and Winter Runner Hoodie. ☕️💕

I hope you’ll check out these wintry items just added—you’ll find three new hoodies, in a variety of colors—plus a new water bottle, perfect-sized mug for your morning coffee or tea, and glassware that includes a fun wooden top and straw (I love this can-shaped glass!)

And if you do get outdoors during this frigid week, dress in layers and please stay safe. This leads me to my next announcement: I’ll be sharing all things winter clothing and layering for outdoor exploring in my next newsletter, which drops tomorrow! If you haven’t already signed up to receive it right in your inbox, I invite you to do so today—it’s free and all you need to do is head over to MovingThrough.Substack.com to sign up!

This weekend I ran a downtown route and later Joe and I snowshoed on wooded trails in our neighborhood, and this afternoon we took our dogs for a long walk, followed by a hot tub. Simple things that make me so happy, and calm me. The falling snow has been so beautiful!

How has your weekend been? Tell us about your wintry weekend and plans for the week ahead! And let me know what you think about these new winter items available at the online store! (Pics of other items in the comments below)

❄️🏃🏻‍♀️Shop here —> MichiganRunnerGirl.com

01/16/2026

I wondered if they’d make their way to TC! Have they stopped in your area of Michigan yet?

On this frigid, snowy day here in northern Michigan, these guys are making me smile. And don’t we all need more of that these days? 🩵

(I couldn’t resist letting them know I could share a few Michigan running routes if they were interested … ☺️🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻❄️)

01/10/2026

The snow started falling during my morning class at .pilatestc and by the time I headed out for a few slow miles, the trees, the sidewalks, the city were completely coated.

I didn’t expect the snow to start until later, so I hadn’t thought to bring shoe traction.
But going nice and easy was the perfect pace—my preferred pace these days. And it gave me the gift of really seeing the landscape, from the flowing river dotted with ducks and the snow-kissed branches hanging over the water, to the turquoise chairs along the beach that stood out against the gray sky and even a guy standing in the river casting about for fish.

I’m so happy I ran today. ❄️

01/09/2026

"While I relish our warm months, winter forms our character and brings out our best." ~Tom Allen

📷: Beth Price Photography
Place: a favorite neighborhood route
Shoe traction: Kahtoola

01/03/2026

Cold run, hot sammie.

How to power through frigid miles? Know that you’re treating yourself to something delicious afterward. ❄️🥖 Thank you, for the refuel. 😋

12/29/2025

❄️ Come north and snowshoe with me!

On this blustery, snowy day (stay warm and safe, everyone!), it seems a good time to share a special race discount with you all!

Last January I wrote about going outside my comfort zone and returning to a beloved snowshoe running race here in northern Michigan, the Bigfoot Snowshoe Race. I’m excited to share that not only am I signed on to run this one again, I also have a special discount code for anyone who would like to join the fun with me!

The Bigfoot Snowshoe 10K and 5K Run/Walk is Saturday, Jan. 24 at Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort in Traverse City. Use the code MIRUG when registering to receive $5 off your entry. Get details and sign up at RunSnow.com.

And if you’re reading this and you’re new to snowshoe running or even snowshoeing in general, please know that this is an incredibly beginner-friendly event! This podcast episode of mine about snowshoeing that I recorded awhile back will inspire you, too, I promise!

—> Links to the podcast episode and my newsletter in the comments below.

Let us know in the comments if you are planning to participate in this race! And if you have any snowshoe questions, please ask!

12/28/2025

A question I’ll never get tired of hearing: “Mom, want to go for a run with me?”

Squeezed in some miles before the big storm arrives… and in between a Sopranos marathon. I’m not sure what day it is, but I so love this part of the holidays. 🏃🏻‍♀️🛋️❄️📚🧀🥖

12/20/2025

That feeling of four miles on a sorta sunny Saturday morning. ❄️🩵

12/18/2025

New slippers (!), the coziest doxie sweatshirt and socks, a calendar, a LIONS jersey — one of my favorite players, because it’s hard to pick just one but I do really love this one — and eating my favorite candy bar and watching our new obsession that is Homeland AND just a lot of love and care from my favorite people and friends, all day long, all while powering through a day of work meetings…I am so grateful. Birthdays are just pretty great in this way, and I am so thankful. Life is a wild ride these days, but it’s also pretty beautiful. That’s what I am trying to focus on.

Also, I am so going for a run tomorrow.

Just keep moving. And savor all the moments. 💜

Happy 51 to me!

12/16/2025