chicago running – theCauseCoach

Podcast S1|E15: Denise Sauriol, Coach and Author of “Me, You & 26.2”

April 14, 2022April 14, 2022thecausecoach

Coach Denise Sauriol – 127 time marathon finisher, author, and coach – talks with us today about the importance of the first marathon, having a coach, and over coming obstacles. We discuss giving back to running, Girls on the Run (she’s a founder of the Chicago chapter!), the power of charity running and the diversity among the shared experience as a runner.

BOOK: Me, You & 26.2: Coach Denise’s Guide to get YOU to YOUR First MarathonInstagram: @marathonwhispererWebsite: http://run-for-change.com/

My first day with CARA

March 12, 2020March 26, 2020thecausecoach

The last 6 years I have spent essentially re-grouping. This month in 2014 I was diagnosed with cancer. In June that year, a month after surgery, I lost my job and as my life spiraled further out of control that summer and fall, culminating with my husband’s death in October, I vowed to create a new and better life for me and my daughter. It took me a little longer than I thought it would.

Race Review: Honda Miles Per Hour

February 20, 2020March 26, 2020thecausecoach

The Honda Miles Per Hour Run held this past Sunday was included in my list of 25 Chicago Must-Do Races published last year even though it hadn’t been held yet. I included it solely based on the concept and its timing on the race calendar. An indoor race in February in Chicago got my attention. The unique approach to racing further sweetened the deal. I registered for the inaugural event and hoped I would be able to give it a great review. I can.

25 Chicago Must-Do Races to fill your 2020 Race Calendar

November 15, 2019February 25, 2020thecausecoach

Chicago is a great place to run and it has many unique and fun races. Whether you live in or near The Windy City or have a reason to travel here, do mark your calendar for some of these must-do races. I haven’t done all of them (yet), but the ones I haven’t done come highly recommended by numerous sources in the Chicago running community. Wishing you happy miles…enjoy! Read more →