Articles by Abby Meek

About Abby Meek (119 Articles)

Abby was raised in Tigard, Oregon and moved to Denver, Colorado in 2007. While in Colorado she ran her first 5K, which led to a 10K, which led to a half-marathon. Abby moved back to her native Oregon in mid- 2015 and has since completed more 5K's, 10K's and more half-marathons. Abby's favorite distances are the 10K and the half marathon.

Race Preview: 2016 Vernonia Marathon & Half

March 28, 2016 // 0 Comments

Sunday April 10th, 2016 is the date of the 11th annual Oregon Road Runners Club Vernonia Marathon and Half Marathon. The marathon and half marathon are the 2016 RRCA State Championships for Oregon and is USATF certified. This Boston Marathon [read more...]

Race Recap: 2016 Lucky Dog 5K, 10K, and 15K (Portland, Oregon)

March 22, 2016 // 0 Comments

It was wet. It was really, really, wet as March tends to be in the good ol’ Pacific North West. I woke up on Sunday morning a bit tired and lazy due to Day Light Saving. However, I was determined to make this 10K my fastest yet so I put on my [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2016 Strike Out Hunger 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run (Toledo)

March 10, 2016 // 0 Comments

Nestled along the Yaquina River in Lincoln County, Oregon is the tiny yet picturesque town of Toledo, Oregon. The annual 5K & 10K fun run is always an energizing and good time. Run along the beautiful bay and scenic coast line, while you help [read more...]

Run Oregon Gets Fit! A Review of Barre Prana

March 8, 2016 // 0 Comments

Over the last few posts of Run Oregon Gets Fit! I have participated in different types of cross-training at a variety of local fitness studios throughout the metro area, in order to find some of the most effective ways to increase fitness, reduce [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2016 Where to Start Fitness K9 Run (Stayton)

March 8, 2016 // 0 Comments

I am an absolute lover of all K9’s. I have two fur-babies whom I couldn’t imagine being without, and whom I have even FaceTimed with while across the country visiting friends. Man’s best friend is a worthy and true companion, lover [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: RunPhones and two Ogres Running Hydration Belt

February 28, 2016 // 0 Comments

Company: RunPhones Product: RunPhones Classic & RunPhones Wireless Price: $39.95 & $99.95 Description: “RunPhones headphones are the world’s most secure headphones for running and exercising. The product’s innovative, over the ear [read more...]

Race Preview: 2016 Lucky Dog 5K, 10K, 15K Relay and Kids Dash

February 25, 2016 // 0 Comments

Double Dog Dare U Events is set to host its second-annual Lucky Dog race on Sunday March 13th, 2016 at Westview High School in Portland, Or. I am very excited to participate in my first DDDU event as I have heard many wonderful things about the [read more...]

Run Oregon Gets Fit! A Review of Born to Ride Cycle and Fitness

February 10, 2016 // 0 Comments

I have a very good friend from college that is a runner. She inspires me for several reasons, and this particular woman is one of a few people I look to for advice on all-things running related. She is a big proponent of cross-training, especially [read more...]

Review of SL3S Dual-Pocket Water Resistant Run Belt GIVEAWAY

February 5, 2016 // 3 Comments

Run Oregon sometimes receives products to review. In this post, Run Oregon’s Abby Meek provides some initial impressions on the SL3S Dual-Pocket Water Resistant Run Belt. I have been on a quest to find a place to put my phone, lip [read more...]

Run Oregon Test Kitchen: Lighten Up! The Soup’s On!

January 31, 2016 // 0 Comments

I LOVE this soup. It is hearty and oh-so-good for cold winter days. This naturally dairy free and gluten-free* soup can be enjoyed by many. And if you aren’t into beef you can sub in veggie broth-voila! Vegetable Beef Soup Time: 3-4 hours** [read more...]

Run Oregon Gets Fit! A Review of CrossFit Tigard P.A.W.

January 28, 2016 // 0 Comments

The notion of cross-training isn’t new to runners-with its benefits of injury prevention, overuse and improved fitness-as the top reasons to make it a part of one’s training plan. However, there are several overlooked benefits to [read more...]

Too Much, Not Enough, or Just Right?!

January 13, 2016 // 0 Comments

Building mileage is essential for creating and maintaining a base that allows you to improve your time, keep fit and train for races. The downside I have found to all of this however, is sometimes the longer I run the less prepared I can feel. What [read more...]

Race Preview: 3rd Annual FCA SuperFan 5K & 1K in West Linn

January 9, 2016 // 0 Comments

Are you a football fanatic? Can’t get enough NFL or NCAA? The FCA’s 3rd Annual SuperFan 5K is where you can strut your Beaver beanie, sport your Duck hat, or rock your jersey in support of your favorite team. Show your friends and [read more...]

Lighten Up! Eat Peanut Butter Protein Balls

January 2, 2016 // 1 Comment

This bi-weekly series of posts in the month of January will feature some of Run Oregon’s blogger’s favorite healthy recipes to help fuel you through your busy days and rigorous workouts at the outset of the new year. Week 1 [read more...]

Me, Myself, and I

December 21, 2015 // 0 Comments

As a new(ish) runner, I have come to appreciate many things about running including the well-recognized benefits of increased energy, stamina, weight loss and cardiovascular health. Many of us run for reasons beyond these well-known benefits, [read more...]