Every year on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and accomplishments of women across the world. As a proud mother, runner, and coach, I want to take a moment to honor the incredible women who juggle full-time jobs, raise their children, and train for marathons—all at the same time.

The Power of Mother Runners

Mother runners are a force to be reckoned with. Between early morning miles before school drop-offs, lunch break runs, and late-night treadmill grinds, these women redefine commitment and determination. Training for a marathon is challenging enough, but add in career responsibilities and parenting, and it becomes a true test of strength—both physical and mental.

Yet, despite the exhaustion and the never-ending to-do lists, mother runners show up. They set an example for their children, proving that dedication, self-care, and resilience matter. They inspire not only their families but also the entire running community.

Proud to Be a Woman in Sports

I am incredibly proud to be a woman in sports. Whether it’s toeing the start line of a marathon, pacing runners to the finish, or coaching beginners as they take their first running steps, I embrace my role with gratitude and passion. Running has given me confidence, friendships, and purpose, and I love sharing that gift with others.

Through my work as a running coach specializing in beginners, I’ve helped countless runners fall in love with the sport—many of whom once doubted they could ever run a mile. I believe running is for everyone, regardless of pace, size, or background. That’s why I created the All Runners Count apparel line—to celebrate the diversity and inclusivity of our running community.

Join the Movement

If you’re a beginner looking for support on your running journey, I invite you to join my online course for beginner runners, designed to help you start your running journey injury-free and with confidence. The online course also comes with membership to my private Facebook community where runners of all levels come together to share experiences, motivation, and advice.

On this International Women’s Day, let’s celebrate the strong women who inspire us daily—the mothers, the runners, the career professionals, and everyone in between. Here’s to showing up, pushing boundaries, and proving that we are unstoppable.

Happy International Women’s Day!

P.S. Ready to start your own running journey? Enroll in my Beginner Runner Online Course and take the first step toward running with confidence! 🎉 Want to show the world that all runners count? Check out my “All Runners Count” apparel—perfect for celebrating every pace, every distance, and every runner. 💙

If this post inspired you, share it with a friend who needs a little motivation today! And don’t forget to tune in to the Run Strong Run Podcast for more stories, tips, and encouragement to keep you moving forward. 🚀🏃‍♀️