Empire Unleashed

Category: Running

  • Need some motivation to lace up and run?

    Sometimes runners everywhere need some motivation to keep going. Even on days when you feel weak, tired, or even feel like giving up, I am here to help! I created Runner Unleashed to help you all with injuries, and motivate you to chase your dreams. Nothing is IMPOSSIBLE!   Do you know the physical challenges…

  • A few things runners should stop doing!

    As runners there are many things we constantly do to improve our performance. We keep our focus on certain things and keep our bodies runner ready. There are also a few things runners should not focus on or do.Some runners get overwhelmed and caught up instead of enjoying the run.Here are some point that I…

  • Tips to calm pre race nerves!

    Many of us have experienced pre race anxiety at some point. I know I did for my first 5K and my first half marathon. Surprisingly I was prepared and excited for my first full marathon and I did not have any anxiety or nerves! Here are some ways that helped me control my pre race…

  • I am a marathoner! My Walt Disney World Marathon memories

    After Alpha and I ran our 10K, I couldn’t wait for the full marathon! I was excited and oddly enough I wasn’t as nervous as I was the previous week. There was one thing on my mind….BLISTERS!!!! I just finished the 10K and had blister thst starting bothering me at mile 2! While at the…

  • I am a #pacesetter

    I am a runner with severe Scoliosis and have had many corrective spinal fusions. The last 2 surgeries left me with permanent muscle damage and daily pain. There are many things I am limited to, but running is something I can do under MY control. I was told I wasn’t going to be able to…

  • Saying farewell to the year that I will NEVER forget

      2013 will be a year that I will never forget. So many great, sad, emotional events happened this year. I started 2013 off by running my first half marathon in honor of something that is so close and dear to my heart….ANIMALS. I still remember race day like it was yesterday, so nervous!!! I…

  • Some useful tips for running in the Winter

    Even though I live in hot sunny Florida, many ask me for some tips for running in cold weather. Sometimes it does get a little cool here but no snow! I do have to take some measures for running in cold weather. Maybe just trade in my shorts for long pants and long sleeves top…

  • Hug a runner day is here!

    Being a part of a global event like G.O. H.A.R.D. has truly been an awesome experience! I have met many great people along the way. This is an event you don’t want to miss! A few of the pages on Facebook are holding some local event that you might want to check out! There is…

  • A home remedy for muscle pain

    Have any of you heard, or tried Epsom salt on your sore legs? Going along with my most recent post, here is another reason why magnesium is important for runners. What is Epsom salt?  Epsom salt is a popular treatment used for muscle soreness and other bodily aches and pains. According to the Epsom Salt…

  • Runner Unleashed September Challenge!

    Since the August’s plank challenge was such a success I decided to do another challenge for September!  You all did so well, and I know a lot of you saw a MAJOR difference in your running, strength, and abs right?!?!? This September challenge will also be a core strengthening challenge, because I believe to be…