Rediscovering the Forget-Me-Nots: Carrie Verdon's Road to the Olympic Trials
Carrie Verdon's journey to the Olympic Trials is a story of rediscovery and joy. After struggling with disordered eating and injuries, she found a healthier relationship with running, ultimately achieving impressive PRs and great personal success alongside her athletic pursuits.
Reflections of a Rookie: My First Year as a Professional Runner
Moving away from the structure of collegiate running into the wide world of professional track and field, Madie Boreman has emerged as a woman to watch as we head into the 2024 Paris Olympics. Before launching into the rigor and excitement of the year ahead, she spent some time reflecting on her first year as a pro, and the challenges that reinforced her unwavering belief that her best is yet to come!
From Basketball to the Marathon: Ari Hendrix's Inspiring Journey to the Olympic Trials
Ari Hendrix's blog chronicles her transformation from an elite basketball player to a marathoner, making her the 3rd fastest US-born African American woman in the marathon. Follow Ari and the Underbird Team's inspiring stories as they prepare for the Olympic Trials.
Melissa Tanaka's Guide to Running in College
Melissa Tanaka, Oiselle athlete, reflects on her journey from uncertain beginnings to success. She shares her experience of joining the University of Pennsylvania's track team by chance and eventually thriving, despite initial injuries. Melissa's resilience, support from teammates, and self-compassion helped her achieve remarkable victories at Stanford. She emphasizes the importance of cherishing friendships, self-appreciation, embracing both strengths and weaknesses, and staying open to life's surprises. Melissa's story inspires us all to celebrate personal victories and look forward to what the future holds, on and off the track.
The Gift of Morning Miles
I’ve always been an early riser... But my mornings look drastically different now and I have to chuckle at my nonchalant mention of kids altering your routine as if they don’t come into the world giving the cutest middle finger to your schedule, saying “You’re on my time now”…
An Introduction to the Paralympics and Wheelchair Racing
Paralympian Jenna Fesemeyer shares background on the Paralympics and her sport, wheelchair racing. Learn more about how she found the sport, who can compete at the Paralympics, selection criteria for Paris 2024 and more.
Overcoming OTS and RED-S: Jenna's Journey
Read Jenna Fesemyer's story of facing Overtraining Syndrome (OTS) and RED-S in pursuit of her Paralympic dreams and the Berlin Marathon. Follow her triumphant journey from adversity, shedding light on the often-overlooked challenges of female athletes.
Oiselle Shares Frontline: A Documentary by Steep Motion
Oiselle shares Frontline, a documentary by Steep Motion. Discover the inspiring journey of healthcare heroes-turned-trailblazers in this documentary. Explore their camaraderie, healing power of nature, and their mission to empower women.
Coping on the Comeback
Discover Rebecca Mehra's remarkable journey of resilience and renewal in women's running. Overcoming injury and doubt, she rekindles her faith in the sport while embracing the power of self care. Gain insights into conquering setbacks and finding strength, motivating fellow female athletes to chase their goals with determination.
Rogas: The Shorts That Revolutionized Women’s Running
In 2004 we began our quest for non-poofy running shorts. In the years since its original debut, the Rogas have evolved with lighter fabric, improved waistband, additional pockets, lengths, and prints, but our pursuit to make the best pair of running shorts for women remains unchanged.
Meet the Women of Baba Yaga: The Powerhouse Relay Team Growing Stronger Together
An all-women relay team that is rich in friendship, tradition, and a fun yet competitive spirit. Get to know these women and their unique journey to find running and how it has helped them grow in their relationships and life.
Freedom of Flight Pt. II
We are sharing the next installment of our Freedom of Flight series, where we share the thoughts and feelings associated with running. We want to know what emotions you feel when you hit your stride. What fuels your run? And what does freedom of flight mean to you? We hear now from our community.