<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[My Site 7]]></title><description><![CDATA[My Site 7]]></description><link>https://www.baldrunninggirl.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:36:58 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.baldrunninggirl.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[30 Days to PHL24:The Countdown Begins]]></title><description><![CDATA[30 days. Thirty days until I step onto the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps and begin one of the biggest physical and mental challenges I have ever taken on. PHL24 is no longer some far-off event circled on my calendar. It’s here. The countdown is real. And honestly? I’m excited. Not nervous-excited. Not “What have I gotten myself into?” excited. I mean the kind of excitement that comes from knowing you have put in the work and are finally getting close enough to see the finish line of one...]]></description><link>https://www.baldrunninggirl.com/post/30-days-to-phl24-the-countdown-begins</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7cc0ee3637842029d11c32</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:14:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19f434_94ecb6e52eb347dda1325434b781b974~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_360,h_515,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Gretchen White</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Day In My Life: Training for PHL24 and the Philadelphia Marathon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most people see the miles. They see the race photos, the medals, the finish lines, and maybe a highlight reel on social media. What they don't see is everything that happens before the camera starts recording. This is what a typical day looks like while I'm training for PHL24 and the Philadelphia Marathon. It starts before the sun comes up. Before I lace up my shoes, I'm already thinking about recovery, hydration, and fueling. As a vegan endurance athlete, nutrition isn't an afterthought—it's...]]></description><link>https://www.baldrunninggirl.com/post/a-day-in-my-life-training-for-phl24-and-the-philadelphia-marathon</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7244152b9f850aae005179</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:00:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19f434_c72e281c2fef4c7c88e3e46ebc0dcdc5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Gretchen White</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Halfway There: Stronger Than I Ever Expected]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is something special about reaching the halfway point in a goal that once felt almost impossible. As I sit here reflecting on my training for PHL24 2026, I realize that this isn't just about preparing for a 24-hour endurance event anymore. Somewhere along the way, it became about discovering what I am truly capable of—physically, mentally, and emotionally. My Body Has Changed When I started this journey, I knew the training would be demanding. Long runs, endless stair sessions, strength...]]></description><link>https://www.baldrunninggirl.com/post/halfway-there-stronger-than-i-ever-expected</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6a3aa0cd8d822ee179f75d</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:01:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19f434_c90ea407fa6048d7b74a94b9beb91ba1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Gretchen White</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PHL24 2026 Training Update: Learning, Fueling, and Trusting the Process]]></title><description><![CDATA[Training for PHL24 2026 has officially become real. Every week brings a new challenge, a new lesson, and another opportunity to learn what my body needs as I prepare for 24 hours on the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps. Balancing marathon training with long stair sessions isn't easy, but it's teaching me that endurance isn't just built through miles—it's built through consistency. My Training So Far Over the past several weeks, my focus has been building time on my feet rather than simply...]]></description><link>https://www.baldrunninggirl.com/post/phl24-2026-training-update-learning-fueling-and-trusting-the-process</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5ebf113357dd2c74340272</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:00:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19f434_92716c23266d44e2b4c81a75eed6071a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Gretchen White</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PHL24 2026 Week 3 Training Journal - Fueling The Climb Before and After Every Session]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three weeks into my journey toward PHL24 2026, one lesson is becoming crystal clear: Training doesn't end when the workout ends—and it definitely doesn't begin when I lace up my shoes. As a vegan endurance athlete, every stair session, long run, and strength workout starts with one important question: How am I fueling my body? This week wasn't just about climbing more steps or running more miles. It was about learning to fuel with purpose so I can recover stronger and be ready to do it all...]]></description><link>https://www.baldrunninggirl.com/post/phl24-2026-week-3-training-journal-fueling-the-climb-before-and-after-every-session</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4ea9f50cb3068c278460b1</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:00:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19f434_6eff2650444a464bb98c2d60181d3eef~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Gretchen White</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PHL24 2026: Week Two – Building the Foundation, One Step at a Time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Week two reminded me that big goals aren't achieved in one amazing workout—they're built through consistent effort, even on the days that feel ordinary. As I continue training for Legacy of Hope PHL24 2026, every run, every strength and workout has a purpose. My goal isn't simply to finish a 24-hour event. I'm training to discover just how far the human spirit can go when determination meets preparation. But if you are interested, I do have a goal. My goal is to reach either 22 miles, 40...]]></description><link>https://www.baldrunninggirl.com/post/phl24-2026-week-two-building-the-foundation-one-step-at-a-time</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4401ff3c06bdad5429e87e</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:00:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19f434_bab1975824d742dc9b0858d38af33ce9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Gretchen White</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road to PHL24: Weekly Climb Journal]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are moments in life when you choose a challenge, and then there are moments when the challenge chooses you. PHL24 2026 is that challenge for me. On September 12th and 13th, I'll spend 24 hours climbing the iconic Rocky Steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art—not for a medal or a personal record alone, but to help ensure that cancer patients and their families don't have to choose between paying their bills and putting food on the table. Every dollar raised supports Legacy of Hope's...]]></description><link>https://www.baldrunninggirl.com/post/road-to-phl24-weekly-climb-journal</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a381bb7bfacb36e354574a2</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:00:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19f434_c90ea407fa6048d7b74a94b9beb91ba1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Gretchen White</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Running Strong at 62: What I Do Differently Now]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s something powerful about lining up at a race start line in your 60s. Not because it’s easy. Not because every run feels amazing. But because every mile represents experience, resilience, and gratitude. When I was younger, running was about pace, competition, and pushing harder. Now at 62, running is still challenging — but my approach has changed in ways that have actually made me stronger, healthier, and happier. Here’s what I do differently now. I Prioritize Recovery Like It’s Part...]]></description><link>https://www.baldrunninggirl.com/post/running-strong-at-62-what-i-do-differently-now</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0743850b9e4f37fd251bf9</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:00:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19f434_a3cd912f9f5742ee8d1d8253bacf6884~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_860,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Gretchen White</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Running Gear Color Combos That Actually Boost Confidence]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s something powerful about getting dressed for a run and feeling good before you even take the first step. At 62, I’ve learned that confidence doesn’t just come from miles logged—it comes from how you show up. And for me, that includes color. Yes, I match my running gear. Yes, I match my nails. And yes—it makes a difference. Let’s talk about why color matters more than you think, and the combinations that can instantly boost your confidence on the road, trail, or track.  Why Color...]]></description><link>https://www.baldrunninggirl.com/post/running-gear-color-combos-that-actually-boost-confidence</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ed1a6c81e17196bd287ce6</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 13:00:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19f434_4ad5188583614c1fbc241bccb6c756be~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Gretchen White</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>