Articles by Nikki Mueller

About Nikki Mueller (435 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 Three Corners Rock PCT 50k (Carson, WA)

August 22, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Pacific Crest Trail, also known as the PCT, is one of the most beautiful places in the Pacific NW. The point to point 2019 Three Corner Rock PCT 50k in Carson, WA starts at the Whistle Punk trailhead in Carson, WA and finishes in North [read more...]

Run Oregon Bookshelf: My Mommy Runs

August 17, 2019 // 0 Comments

In case you hadn’t guessed, I’m a runner. But first and foremost, I’m a mother. Trying to explain why mommy leaves for hours at a time to run or having to justify why I’m too tired to keep up after doing a 50k can be difficult for my [read more...]

Eastern Oregon Small Race Previews: 2019 St. Anthony Hospital (Pendleton) & PAWS Mutt Strut 5k and Drug Free Run 10k/5k (La Grande)

August 14, 2019 // 0 Comments

Do it for the dogs!! The 2019 St. Anthony Hospital & PAWS Mutt Strut is coming up on Saturday, August 24th, 2019 in Pendleton! This race is a 5k fun run/walk and you can bring your four-legged friends with you. (It’s not required, but it’s a [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Huckleberry Half/10k/5k (Welches)

August 11, 2019 // 0 Comments

There’s no shortage of beautiful races in the Pacific Northwest, but if you’ve never done the Huckleberry Half, you should add it to your list of race experiences. The website claims this race is “the most beautiful course in Oregon,” [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Gorgeous Wine Country Relay

August 9, 2019 // 0 Comments

Anyone who’s ever done a Gorgeous Race Series event knows they are in for a memorable event. These races, especially the relays, are fun, well organized, and as the series title would suggest, gorgeous!! The 2019 Gorgeous Wine Country Relay did [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Columbia River Triathlon & Multi-Sport Festival (Vancouver)

August 8, 2019 // 0 Comments

The beauty of the Pacific Northwest is never more evident than in multi-sport events like the 2019 Columbia River Triathlon & Endurance Sports Festival. You’ll have views from many mountains, (such as Mt. Hood and Mt. St. Helens) and a course [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Cola-Flavored Tailwind Nutrition

August 7, 2019 // 0 Comments

When I was training for my first marathon in 2006, there weren’t a lot of electrolyte choices. Over the years, I’ve watched the stores and races offer more and more options, and now it’s gotten a bit overwhelming. Where do you begin? [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Hack N Dash Laurelwood (Eugene)

July 30, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you enjoy golf as much as running, there’s a great event coming your way on August 11th. The 2019 Hack N Dash Laurelwood in Eugene is a fun challenge that lets you run from shot to shot of golf. This Eclectic Edge event takes place at [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Crater Lake Rim Runs & Marathon

July 27, 2019 // 0 Comments

I’ve never been to Crater Lake. I was born and raised in Portland, but maybe because I’ve never been a tourist, I’ve never made it there. There’s a race on my bucket list that would let me experience Crater Lake in the best possible way, and [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Beacon Rock 50k & 25k

July 25, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Columbia River Gorge is a fantastic backdrop for a race, and there’s an awesome adventure coming up on Saturday, August 3rd. The 2019 Beacon Rock 50k & 25k is a Rainshadow Running event, and they put on scenic and memorable races. The 25k [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Steens Rim Run & Walk (Frenchglen)

July 25, 2019 // 0 Comments

Running a race, even a hard race, with a stellar view is always worth the journey getting to the finish line. The 37th Annual Chris Miller Memorial Steens Rim Run & Walk, also known simply as the “Rim Run,” is one of those unforgettable [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Post Canyon 50k & Half Marathon (Hood River)

July 24, 2019 // 0 Comments

Post Canyon in Hood River is a gorgeous step off the beaten path, and on August 10th, you’ll have a chance to run the 2019 Post Canyon 50k & Half Marathon. If you’re looking for a challenge, you’ll find it here, with 2500 feet of climbing [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Run for Civic Park (Eugene)

July 19, 2019 // 0 Comments

When you’re a runner, the person you’re the most competitive with is yourself. Embrace that at the 2019 Run For Civic Park on July 27th. This race is a little different than most, as you’ll be running 1 mile loops with progressively faster cut [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Aunty Diva 5k Aloha Fun Run/Walk (Vancouver)

July 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

There’s a wonderful celebration of Hawaiian and Polynesian Culture at the 4 Days Of Aloha Festival in Vancouver at the end of July. Part of this celebratory weekend is the 2019 Aunty Diva 5k Aloha Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, July 28th at Esther Short [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Ultramook 30k

July 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

I’ve been running for 15 years, and I’ve somehow never lost a toenail. But when I ran the 2019 Ultramook 30k Trail Race, I thought that luck might have come to an end. This race, held on the Tillamook Ridge, has some serious hills, and I [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 July Jubilee 5k Jaunt (North Bend)

July 13, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you’re looking for something fun to do the weekend of July 20th, there’s a wonderful event that celebrates the city of North Bend’s birthday. Consider running or walking in the 2019 July Jubilee 5k Jaunt in it’s 6th year. [read more...]

Relay Recap: 2019 Wild Rogue Relay

July 9, 2019 // 0 Comments

I hate to knock that “other” two day relay that Oregon is famous for, but the Wild Rogue Relay is now my favorite two-day 200+ mile running journey for many reasons. I’m an experienced relay runner (both one-day and two-day options), and with [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Drinkfinity Electrolyte Pods

July 7, 2019 // 0 Comments

At Run Oregon, I get to test out a lot of products. It’s rare that I go to the website and order from the company I’ve tested something from right away, but that’s exactly what I did after I tried the Drinkfinity Electrolyte Pods. As someone [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Hagg Lake Triathlon/5k/Half Marathon/Sprint/Olympic

July 7, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s tri season! Get the 37th annual 2019 Hagg Lake Triathlon & Off-Road Endurance Sports Festival on your calendar for the weekend of July 20th-21st. This is one of the oldest and longest running triathlon events in the nation and it’s a [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 South Slough Trail ‘N Treat (Charleston)

July 3, 2019 // 0 Comments

Come to Charleston on July 13th to run a fun 5k and support a good cause! The 2019 South Slough Trail ‘N Treat, quoted as a run “where the river meets the sea, along vast tidal flats, extensive marshes, and meandering channels” will be an [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Mount Hood 50M/50k/25k (Timothy Lake)

June 29, 2019 // 0 Comments

Go Beyond Racing puts on some of the best and most beautiful races in the Pacific Northwest. If you’ve never run one of their events, the 2019 Mt. Hood 50 Races would be a great place to start. The 50 Miler and 50k are primarily run on the Pacific [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Mary’s Peak Trail Runs

June 27, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Mary’s Peak 50k was my first ultra ever last year and among my favorites. It’s fitting that I chose it to be my last ultra, at least for a year, as it will be memorable in more ways than one. I’ve run 6 ultras now, and Mary’s Peak was [read more...]

Be the fastest disqualified funner at the 26th annual 2019 Lyles Myles 5k (Vancouver)

June 24, 2019 // 0 Comments

The 26th Annual Lyle’s Myles 5k Run/Walk is headed your way on July 13th this year. This race takes place at Esther Short Park in downtown Vancouver and will be the same day as the Saturday in the Park Pride event, which is a Vancouver’s annual [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: FLPSDE Dual Chamber Water Bottle

June 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

Convenience is everything when you’re a busy person and even more so if you’re moving constantly. Being a personal trainer and running coach means I’m not sitting at a desk most days and I need “grab and go” options that make sense. The [read more...]

Oregon Coast Small July 4th Races: 2019 Mayor’s Firecracker 4k & 2019 Neskowin 5k Runabout

June 16, 2019 // 0 Comments

Come out to beautiful Mingus Park in Coos Bay on July 4th for the 2019 Mayor’s Firecracker Run. This race is a great option for families with a free kid’s run and a 4k for the grown ups. This summer holiday race, hosted by South Coast Running [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Helvetia Half Marathon

June 14, 2019 // 0 Comments

When I first started doing races, I did the big ones because I didn’t know any better. The smaller races never claimed the spotlight and I honestly didn’t think about searching for them. As I got older and started doing more and more races, I [read more...]