In fact, you can be a runner in the body you have right now“, says Jill Angie, host of the Not Your Average Runner podcast. Jill has been at the forefront in building a global plus size running community, having taught and coached runners on an individual basis and group coaching, online and offline, for […]
In our latest podcast, we chatted with Mirna Valerio of the popular blog, Fat Girl Running, to talk about her memoir book that launched in October 2017, A Beautiful Work in Progress. She shares with us why it was so important to write the book and what she hopes people will get from it, how family […]
With the warmer weather here, your hydration needs may be changing as you need access to more water, when training outside. Carrying your water and planning where to fill up along the way are essential. But what hydration system is right for you? This recent article from REI.com goes into great detail on how to […]
Have you ever dreamed of designing your own athletic wear? Having certain styles, bold colours and patterns that reflect your spirit, energy and body type? I have, since 2004 when I became involved in sports and there was very little athletic wear on the market for the plus size athlete. Times are changing as we’ve seen existing […]
Back in May, we ran a contest called “Unleash Your Inner Warrior“. With the support of sponsors including Spartan Race, Katie K Active, Sportsbras.ca and Body Positive Athletes, we created the ultimate plus size athletic opportunity for 2 women to be fully supported through athletic wear, training support and a free race entry to successfully complete a Spartan race of their choice. One […]
The Holidays are upon us, and if you’re like me, you may enjoy bringing your personal passions into other areas of life, such as sending out sports-theme holiday cards to all your training friends, coaches etc. A lot of them come from artists on Etsy, which I love supporting creative entrepreneurs. Prices start at $2.95 […]
