Pace and Grace

"Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out." – Robert Collier

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  • Hard truths about running

    I’ve been running consistently for more than a year now. And there are some things that, for some reason, weren’t obvious to me — things I didn’t really hear anyone…


  • How Amsterdam taught me to run without limits

    Just a week after finishing my first half marathon in Cracow, I found myself standing on another start line — this time in Amsterdam. I wasn’t planning to race again…


  • My first official race

    On October 12, I crossed the finish line of my first official half marathon — in beautiful Cracow. It still feels surreal to say that. Before the race, I was…


  • My experience with Runna

    I have been consistently running since April 9, 2024. By the time I’m writing this post, it’s been about 1.5 years. During this time, I’ve had at least one run…


  • Long time no post

    It’s been about two months since my last post. Yes, I haven’t posted anything, but I haven’t given up on running. I kept training, completed one training plan, took a…


  • My personal running tips

    I always thought I hated running. But my attitude toward this sport has changed a lot lately. Running stopped being a punishment; it became my companion. If you’re just starting…


  • First half marathon training: Week 4

    Another training week has come to an end. This week was meant to be a lighter one, so I could start again fresh on Monday. Overall, the week went well,…


  • Apple Watch for beginners: Why it still works better than Garmin

    If there’s one thing that could ruin me financially, it’s my love for smart gadgets. Phones, watches, tablets, laptops — I’m always curious. Unfortunately, my bank account doesn’t share my…


  • From Motivation to Habit: How Exercise Becomes a Natural Part of Life

    We often start something new because we’re inspired. We want change, feel excited, and get that burst of energy — motivation. It gives us the push to take the first…


  • Week 3 of Half Marathon Training — Lessons & Wins

    Another week of half marathon training in the books! Here’s what I did: What I Need to Work On Mistake #1 – The “easy” 8K wasn’t easy at all.I felt…


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