Michigan Runner Girl

08/31/2026

We’re with you. We stand with you, Lake Ontario. 💙🌊

-Michigan Runner Girls (And Guys)

08/18/2026

How to start a Monday ➡️ how to make your way north.

🏃🏻‍♀️ Tackle those trails first thing. You won’t regret it.

🌊 Stop, jump in, play in the waves along U.S. 2, always.

I’m on U.P. time this week!

08/11/2026

Who wants to join me?? 🏃🏻‍♀️

Join us for a 10 mile long run along the Leelanau Trail on Saturday, September 12th!

The fun begins at 7:30am at Cherry Bend Trail Head along the Leelanau Trail. We will have 3 water stations set out along the way but please bring your own fuel for the run!

This is a free event and open to the public! Please sign up for free through this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/10-mile-run-tickets-1994607763514?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/06/2026

☀️ When you’re not running, what fills you up and keeps you moving?

Let’s share the ways we get out there. Share in the comments below!

In my latest newsletter, I share one summer activity I especialy love (and need to do more of). Link to the full post below. 👇

It's stand-up paddle boarding East Grand Traverse Bay for me. Tell me yours.

07/16/2026

Stay safe, friends.

07/02/2026

📣MRG Store News!

I've just added all-new Michigan Runner Girl items to the online store and I'd love for you to check them out!

☀️ The Summer Collection includes tank tops and drinkware featuring fresh designs. Plus, you'll find all your favorites there as well: the Mind Over Miles T-shirt and hoodie, the classic and cozy MRG sweatshirt, Michigan artisan-made jewelry and lots more. Check it out and let me know what you think!

Shop here --> https://www.michiganrunnergirl.com/

06/24/2026

4 dogs + a most beautiful late afternoon on the trails + 2 friends who were due for a catch-up = pure summer perfection. Just what was needed. 💙

06/17/2026

I look around at the tall maples swaying in the breeze, the people lounging on the lawn, some in hammocks strung between trees, the numerous individuals reading or chatting on park benches, and the many walkers and runners and roller-bladers traversing the park’s perimeter. In the distance, toward the other side of the park, we see families and groups of friends gathering for afternoon picnics and potlucks.

We take a selfie, capturing a moment of a happy and proud and emotion-riddled mom with her all-grown-up daughter. A daughter who is about to embark on an entirely new and exciting path.

Read the full story of our NYC run in the latest Michigan Runner Girl newsletter —> link in the comments below! 🏃🏻‍♀️

06/04/2026

Everything everywhere all at once. And I’ve got the emotions to prove it. 🥹💗☀️🥰😭

Times like these call for moments in the woods and on the trails. Thank goodness for peaceful, slow, sweaty, soul-satisfying miles.🏃🏻‍♀️
Just keep moving.

How is running and movement helping you these days?

05/22/2026

It’s weekend! And the unofficial start to summer! ☀️🙌🏻

In honor of this beloved race weekend, I’m sharing a special essay, a letter to Emma, that I wrote awhile back (how is 10 years already?!), the day before she ran her very first half marathon here in Traverse City.

Plus, I share what followed this major accomplishment for Emma, running-wise. Hint: the podcast episode link I share at the end of this essay will fill you in on a very big race she finished just a couple of years later.

Happy Bayshore weekend to those who celebrate! If you’re running one of the distances, I wish you all the best and I hope the run is all that you hope for and need it to be! And if you’re spectating, know that your support and your encouragement are everything. Have a blast, everyone! And runners, remember you are strong and amazing and you’ve got this. 🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻🏃🏾‍♂️

Read the essay at TheMichiganRunnergirl.Substack.com — and please sign up to receive more stories and running resources (it’s free!) if you haven’t already. I’d love to see you there! Link in my bio above, too.