Articles by Nikki Mueller

About Nikki Mueller (255 Articles)

I'm a mother of two boys who is a certified group exercise instructor for Baby Bootcamp in SW Portland. I have two young boys and am actively involved in their co-operative preschool. 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: 2018 Dionysus Dash 5k (Dayton)

June 24, 2018 // 0 Comments

Vineyards, wine, and running. All of these things go together, right? If you’re doing the 2018 Dionysus Dash on July 21st, they do. This 5k run/walk begins at Winter’s Hill Winery in Dayton and it’s going to be fun!! Dionysus was the [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Sweat Rush Insulated Water Bottle

June 20, 2018 // 0 Comments

I’m horrible about drinking water, which is bad news if you are a long distance runner. But I love insulated water bottles because I like my water cold, and if I keep forgetting to drink it, it’s a great benefit. The website for the Sweat Rush [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Gorgeous Wine Country Relay (Dundee)

June 18, 2018 // 0 Comments

Whether you love relays or would love to start loving relays, a Gorgeous Relay will be a memorable one, and even more so out in Yamhill County. The 2018 Gorgeous Wine Country Relay will be on July 15th this year, and this is one of my personal [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Barrel to Keg Relay (Philomath)

June 17, 2018 // 0 Comments

Relays are all the rage. Have you tried the Barrel to Keg Relay yet? If not, you should consider giving this one along the Oregon Coast a try on July 14th, 2018. This relay is a 69 mile run compromised of 14 legs. It will begin at the Harris [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Aquafina Butte to Butte (Eugene)

June 15, 2018 // 0 Comments

Come out to Eugene for the 4th of July this year to run the 2018 Aquafina OTC Butte to Butte. There will be a 5k and a 10k run, as well as the 4.5 Mile Mayor’s Walk. This race is USATF Sanctioned and Certified. Since this is a point to point race, [read more...]

Run Oregon recaps the 2018 Hood To Coast Washington

June 14, 2018 // 0 Comments

People say runners are crazy, and that’s never more evident than when you find yourself running a relay. The Hood To Coast Relays are certainly no exception to this rule, especially because the courses are always challenging and they start so [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Lasso Compression Socks

June 14, 2018 // 0 Comments

Nikki’s Impressions I was intrigued by the Lasso Compression Socks when I found out that they were based on the science of ankle tape. Lasso studied kinesio-taping and ankle braces to create an “all in one ankle support solution.” I’ve [read more...]

Mid-Valley Small Race Previews: 2018 FD4 Rocket Run 1k/3k/5k/10k (The Dalles) & Running Wild 5k (Monmouth)

June 10, 2018 // 0 Comments

For a fun family-friendly event this summer, come out to The Dalles on Saturday June 30th for the 2018 FD4 Rocket Run, which will have a 1k, a 3k, a 5k, and a 10k Walk/Run option for you and your family to choose from. This run is part of the 5th [read more...]

Southern Oregon Small Race Preview: 2018 Roseburg K9 Pursuit 5k & Firecracker 5k Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run

June 9, 2018 // 0 Comments

The Roseburg Police Department is bringing us the 6th Annual 2018 Roseburg K9 Pursuit 5k Fun Run/Walk! Come out on Saturday June 30th, 2018 to see what it’s all about. The race starts at 9:00AM with check in beginning at 8:00AM. This race is $30 [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Ashland 4th of July 10k/2M Run

June 8, 2018 // 0 Comments

Get your run on for the 4th of July this year at the 2018 Ashland 4th of July Run in Ashland, OR. This race dates all the way back to the 1970’s and is the 3rd oldest annual race in Southern Oregon. You have two options, depending on what you are [read more...]