by DawnMcGrath | Apr 13, 2020 | Reaching to Run
Transferring life’s lessons to the writing submission process I avoid risk.I have low self-efficacy.I settle for the expected far too often.And I am a writer. Steep rejection rates are unavoidable and unremarkable for even the most polished writers. A quick search...
by DawnMcGrath | Mar 18, 2020 | WELLcommunity Spotlight
Kids do it without thought, run for the pure joy of movement from place to place, the sound of their footfalls often accompanied by exuberant giggles. Today’s post invites adults, children, and entire families to grab that feeling on a regular basis. Spring...
by DawnMcGrath | Sep 5, 2019 | Coach's Corner, Reaching to Run
In a recent Coach’s Corner, I wrote about the relationship between a growth mindset and goal setting. I ended with this call to action: My challenge to you this month: Consider how mindset plays a role in your journey – as a parent, professional, athlete, or as a...
by DawnMcGrath | Aug 13, 2019 | Coach's Corner, Reaching to Run
“Running on the Earth is punishing. Running on the moon… not so much.” This was the quote that greeted me as I prepared for my first run on the Alter-G treadmill. I am not sure that I would call this alien landscape a pleasure. However, I am grateful to this...
by DawnMcGrath | Jul 6, 2019 | Coach's Corner, Reaching to Run
I woke knowing that my first task of the day would be my toughest. This was confirmed by the soreness in my glutes and legs as I sat on the edge of my bed. The pain is not scary this time, it is the familiar ache of training. Still, I know that my legs will feel like...