Kristin Armstrong
Kristin Armstrong is a mother, a writer, and a runner. She has written six books, including her latest, Mile Markers: The 26.2 Most Important Reasons Why Women Run.
Mile Markers: Here’s the Difference Between Running and Being a Runner
“Running is more than a sport or a form of exercise, a passion or a pastime. It’s about identity.”
To Run My Next Marathon, I First Have to Overcome My Own Uncertainty
“I am realizing that I spend an unnecessary amount of energy on resistance.”
How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Embrace Setbacks
They force us to make a foray into the unplanned, but that’s not always a bad thing.
The Best Time to Reconnect With a Loved One Is on the Trails
I spent the weekend with my daughter, Grace, and it couldn’t have been better.
After Epic Adventure, a Rough Return to Real Life
It’s nice to be home again, but ugh ... the re-entry.
5 Lessons I Learned Running the 100-Mile Tour de Mont Blanc
“It‘s incredible what you can accomplish ... in the company of amazing people.”
I Should Love Tapering, But the Truth Is I Hate It
After all my effort, the hardest part is learning to stop working.
Mile Markers: Here’s Why One of My Favorite Words Is “Grit”
I love words that sound like what they mean.
The Best Way to Run Mountain Trails is With Friends
When training for a difficult race, nothing is more reassuring than running with your buddies.
Mile Markers: My Favorite Mother’s Day Gift Was a Run With My Daughter
Spending a little time hanging out, at her request, was better than anything else I could have gotten.
Mile Markers: How a 30K Trail Race Reminded Me Why I Love Running
Everything was going wrong until I started to run along the paths.
Mile Markers: Winging It
During a difficult race, there is nothing like a wingman to get you through.
Mile Markers: Present Stretch
What are you training for?
Mile Markers: Quick Change
We runners need to be light on our feet.
Mile Markers: The Long Haul
“The only way to cultivate endurance is by enduring.”
Mile Markers: Reconnecting in the Rain
A vacation with less-than-perfect weather still offers a chance to relax—and to go for a muddy run.
Mile Markers: Lost and Found
A long run unexpectedly involves rushing rivers, steep cliffs, and some unsavory characters.
Mile Markers: Vaulting Over Fear
When your child is afraid of a scary new challenge, the best advice is often what you’d tell yourself.
Mile Markers: The Voice of Fear
Beware that little whisper that says you cannot do this.
Mile Markers: Learning to Ask
Before you can get the answer you want, you have to ask the question.
Mile Markers: Getting off the Fence
When the opportunity of a lifetime comes along, but the challenge is daunting, what do you do?
Mile Markers: This Season Do Less, Love More
Celebrate peace by avoiding holiday stress.
Mile Markers: “The Two Spirations”
Success takes both hard work and the willingness to dream big.
Mile Markers: Showing Up
It’s a lot more than half the battle.
Mile Markers: The Secret to Going Farther
Simply approaching a problem differently can sometimes change your whole perspective.
Mile Markers: Boston Bound, Baby!
The only thing better than running the Boston Marathon, is running it with your best friend.
Mile Markers: Choosing Your Hat
Pushing yourself isn't always pretty. But sometimes you have to decide whether or not you mean business.
Mile Markers: Those We Run With, To, and For
On my best friend’s birthday, she gave me a gift I’ll never forget.
Mile Markers: On My Birthday, Stopping to Reflect
As I turn 45, I'm thinking about where I'm at, and what I want from the next 45 years.
Mile Markers: An Unexpected Pause
The worst thing about an injury is rarely the pain.
Mile Markers: Getting Ready
The end of summer brings a whole host of changes. Are you prepared?
Mile Markers: An Unexpected Gift
On the last day of vacation, I found something to bring home.