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Just over nine years ago, Brookfield native Ashley Schneider (then Ashley Kumlien) successfully became the 16th woman to run across the entire United…
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The world can put a lot of stressors on grade school students – especially young girls – in areas such as confidence, health, and creating a positive body…
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New Jersey freelance writer Jen Miller last appeared on Lake Effect in a Fit For You segment tackling the myth of the “runner’s body.” Her New York Times…
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As summer gets into full swing, one common event throughout the city is the 5K run. From color runs, and charity races to beer runs, the 3.1 mile race has…
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New Jersey based freelance writer and runner Jen Miller wrote an article for the New York Times last fall that described her journey through weight gain…
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Unless you are familiar with American running history, the name Kathrine Switzer may be unfamiliar. But if you are a woman who has ever entered and run a…
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For some grade school girls, learning to be healthy and confident comes with significant obstacles. However, the group Girls on the Run is trying to help…
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This weekend marks the inaugural Milwaukee Running Festival. Deemed “a running event for every runner” – the festival features a one mile, 5K, half…
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North Korea has a reputation for strict guidelines in all aspects, most especially tourist travel. But a Milwaukee man was invited to the county recently…
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The Chicago Marathon came and went this past weekend, and before that it was Milwaukee’s Lakefront Marathon.And while each event drew thousands, there are…