Articles by Nikki Mueller

About Nikki Mueller (463 Articles)

I'm the owner of Healthy Girl Fitness and I'm a personal trainer, certified AFAA group exercise instructor, and an RRCA certified running coach in SW Portland. I am also the mother of two young boys and am on the board at my youngest son's school. I led a relatively inactive life throughout my 20's until I discovered the world of fitness and running. I ran my first marathon in 2006 and haven't looked back since.

Race Preview: 2019 Bend Ale Run 10k/Half Marathon

October 20, 2019 // 0 Comments

Beer and Bend, two things that go well together in the Pacific Northwest, are headed your way for the 2019 Bend Ale Run on November 9th. Runners will have the option of a 10k or the new half marathon course. The half marathon will treat runners to [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Oregon Brewery Running Series – Base Camp Brewing 5k

October 20, 2019 // 0 Comments

Have you ever had a S’more Stout beer from Base Camp Brewing Company? Come to the Oregon Brewery Running Series 5k Run at Basecamp Brewing on November 2nd, and you can celebrate with a free one, roasted marshmellow and all. Yep, really, they do [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Portland Marathon

October 11, 2019 // 1 Comment

My very first marathon was the 2006 Portland Marathon. I didn’t love the course, especially the long stretch through the industrial depression that leads to the St. John’s bridge. Afterwards, I told myself I never needed to run that course ever [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Silver Falls Trail Runs 50k/Marathon/Half Marathon/7 Miler/5k (Silverton)

October 10, 2019 // 0 Comments

There’s a reason that the Silver Falls Trail Races, brought to you by Run Wild Adventures, sell out every year. Last year, I got to run the Half Marathon and it was my favorite race of the year, and there were a lot of them to choose from. This [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Grants Pass Marathon/Half Marathon/10k/5k/1M

October 9, 2019 // 0 Comments

In 2018, The Grants Pass Half Marathon added a Full Marathon to the agenda, and this year, it’s back! Come out on Saturday, October 26 th to join your running community for the 2019 Grants Pass Marathon/Half Marathon/10k/5k/1M. There’s also a [read more...]

Race Preview: Eugene Multi Sport Adventure 5k Run/15k Bike/10 Shot Golf

October 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

The 2019 Eugene Multi Sport Adventure, brought to you by Eclectic Edge Racing, is coming up soon on October 27th. This event has a 5k run, a 15k bike ride, and even some golf (10 shots to be exact.) All the events start at 10a at the Eclectic Edge [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 ORRC Autumn Leaves 50k & 50 Mile

October 5, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s fall and the trees are turning colors, so it must mean it’s time for the 2019 ORRC Autumn Leaves Ultra 50/50! This run through beautiful Champoeg State Park will inspire you with the red and yellow maples along the Willamette River. [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Dorris Ranch Dirt Dash 3k (Springfield)

October 2, 2019 // 0 Comments

A fun family-friendly event is coming up soon at the Dorris Ranch in Springfield. The Willamalane Parks and Recreation District will be bringing the annual 2019 Dorris Ranch Dirt Dash back on Sunday, October 20. Entry for this race is only $9 if you [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Oregon Brewery Series – McMenamins Kennedy School 5k Fun Run

September 30, 2019 // 0 Comments

There are many things that the Pacific Northwest is known for, and beer is certainly one of them. So is running, and so are the McMenamins pubs. So how better to combine all three with the Oregon Brewery Series latest and greatest McMenamins Kennedy [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Gorgeous Relay

September 29, 2019 // 0 Comments

“I should have packed more clothes.” This was the thought running through my head as I ran my first leg of The 2019 Gorgeous Relay in the rain. Sparkly tights, a tutu, and a leotard not really meant for a running a relay in meant I was feeling [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Lastest Not Fastest Trail Run (Bend)

September 27, 2019 // 0 Comments

There are so many traditional runs out there. The 2019 Lastest Not Fastest Trail Run in Bend is not one of them. It’s really refreshing when you find a new twist on the old sport, and who better to offer this than Go Beyond Racing? They always [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Deschutes River 25k/50k (Bend)

September 26, 2019 // 0 Comments

The beautiful Deschutes National Forest in Bend provides an amazing backdrop to the 2019 Deschutes River 25k/50k on October 19th this year. The trails, as most people who’ve been to Bend know, are phenomenal, and if you’re looking to get outside [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Simple Hydration Water Bottle

September 24, 2019 // 0 Comments

I’ve tried just about every portable water option for running you could imagine. I’ve worn belts and vests, carried hard and soft flasks, and tried many sizes and shapes. Some of them I’ve liked very much and others I’ve hated with a [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 OR Brewery Series – Trap Door Brewing 5k Fun Run/Walk (Vancouver)

September 21, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you still haven’t come to a one of the 5k events in the Oregon Brewery Series, October could be your last chance before the weather starts getting colder and wetter. The Trap Door Brewing 5k Fun Run/Walk in the series will be on Saturday, [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Secret Beach 100k & 50 Mile (Gold Beach)

September 21, 2019 // 0 Comments

Rainshadow Running puts on some beautiful races, and on Saturday October 5th, they will do it again with the 2019 Secret Beach 100k & 50 Mile in Gold Beach, OR. The ultra distances for this race will be both challenging and stunning, as routes [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Charleston Salmon Run 10k/Half/Marathon & 1 Mile Crab Walk (Coos Bay)

September 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

Get excited! It’s time for the 3rd Annual Charleston Salmon Run & Crab Walk! This year’s 10k, Half Marathon, and Marathon will be on October 5th in Charleston, OR where the Oregon coastal views of Coos Bay will entice you to keep going! The [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Mad Hatter Dash 5k Fun Run (Salem)

September 17, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s all about the hats. Come for the sweat and stay for the fun at Salem’s 8th annual Mad Hatter Dash on Saturday, September 28th, 2019. This event is a 5k fun run which benefits the Salem Dream Center which helps poverty stricken kids through [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Vancouver Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k Fun Run /Walk

September 17, 2019 // 0 Comments

The United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc. (UOAA) is a wonderful non-profit organization that supports and advocates for people who’s had or will have ostomy surgery. All proceeds from the 2019 Ostomy 5k Fun Run/Walk will benefit the UOAA and [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: le bent socks

September 13, 2019 // 0 Comments

If there’s anything I’ve learned from all the countless hours I’ve spent running, it’s that good socks are as important as good shoes, (arguably even more so.) The first thing that attracted to me about the Ultra Lightweight Micro run socks [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Great Harvest Challenge Obstacle Race (Terrebonne)

September 9, 2019 // 0 Comments

What better way to celebrate Fall than to come out to DD Ranch near Smith Rock on Saturday September 28th for the 2019 Great Harvest Challenge Obstacle Race? This Eclectic Edge Racing 3+ mile obstacle course-style event will be brought to [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Bridge of the Goddess Half Marathon/10k (Cascade Locks)

September 4, 2019 // 0 Comments

One of my favorite races is coming in September! September 14th will be the day of the absolutely gorgeous 2019 Bridge of the Goddess Half Marathon & 10k. This is a Run With Paula event which is a huge selling point, as all of Paula’s races [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Beaverton Half Marathon/10k/5k

September 4, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you’re sick of having to go to downtown Portland for so many races, there’s a great local option for those of us in the ‘burbs. The 2019 Beaverton Half Marathon/10k/5k is now in it’s second year, and it’s got all the usual perks of [read more...]

Small Mid Valley Races Preview: 2019 Run For Hope and Health (Salem) & Sublimity Harvest Festival Fun Run

August 30, 2019 // 0 Comments

The 2019 Run for Hope and Health 5k/10k Run/2 Mile Walk will be held on Saturday, September 7th this year. This event benefits Salem Free Clinics, which provides healthcare to those who cannot afford it. The cost of the 5k and 10k run is only $35. [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Best in the West Triathlon (Sweet Home)

August 28, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s time for the 2019 Best in the West Triathlon! This year’s events take place the weekend of Friday September 6th thru Sunday September 8th. In addition to the bike events on Friday and the Half-Iron, Olympic and Kids Splash and Dash [read more...]

Run Oregon made a night of it at the premier of ‘Brittany Runs a Marathon’ – Coming to select theaters on September 13th!

August 28, 2019 // 0 Comments

Kelly’s Thoughts: My co-reviewers focused mainly on the movie as it relates to running (well, for obvious reasons), but I thought it was a great movie about growing up, where running happened to play an important role. The character of [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 McKenzie 50k River Trail Run (Eugene)

August 26, 2019 // 0 Comments

In the last two years, I’ve gotten into running 50ks and there’s one I keep hearing about from all the ultra runners. The 2019 McKenizie River Trail Run is now on my bucket list, and I plan to get in as soon as I’m ready for more. If you’ve [read more...]