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Introducing The Lane 9 Project
Introducing The Lane 9 Project
We’re navigating our way through Lane 9 — the unspoken but very present mindset in which many active girls and women exist.
Heather Caplan, RD
Feb 26, 2017
Running Through the Female Athlete Triad: Alexis’ Story
Alexis Fairbanks
I am an active woman. At any weight.
Samantha Strong
How a period is lost: Amenorrhea and its (various) causes
Heather Caplan, RD
Why I (Still) Run in Lane 9
Heather Caplan, RD
More Than a Sport
Alexis Fairbanks
Lies Instragram Tells
Alexis Fairbanks
Lane 9 Stories
Lesson Learned: Respect the Niggle
Lesson Learned: Respect the Niggle
Just a little soreness, nothing to worry about.
Alexis Fairbanks
Jun 13, 2018
This relationship doesn't have to be complicated
This relationship doesn't have to be complicated
I needed some space, so we took a break, and I lived. Without running. Nothing bad happened to me. In fact, I'd argue only good things did.
Samantha Strong
May 24, 2018
Breaking all the [food] rules
Breaking all the [food] rules
As I scanned the aisles at Trader Joe’s this weekend, a container of animal crackers caught my eye. In a matter of seconds, I went from…
Alexis Fairbanks
May 23, 2018
It was supposed to be easy
It was supposed to be easy
It was supposed to be easy. It really was. It was just a snack, not even a full meal. How many times in my life had I simply grabbed two…
Julia Werth
May 14, 2018
It was supposed to be easy…
It was supposed to be easy…
One mile. Slow, careful, calculated.
Alexis Fairbanks
May 9, 2018
How Long-Distance Running and Becoming a Mother Ended my Disordered Eating
How Long-Distance Running and Becoming a Mother Ended my Disordered Eating
Growing up I was aware of weight, and believed being a “fat chick” was a bad thing.
Katie Mulcahy
May 8, 2018
How a dietitian learned to listen, and do the hard work of undoing diet culture
How a dietitian learned to listen, and do the hard work of undoing diet culture
It was supposed to be easy to help you. I had the know-how, but didn’t know I still had a lot to learn from you.
Heather Caplan, RD
May 7, 2018
Share your Story:
Share your Story:
Lane 9 Project Writing Prompts
Samantha Strong
Apr 30, 2018
A letter to recovery, and the big little life it gave me
A letter to recovery, and the big little life it gave me
Would you believe me if I told you you’ll have a little human? Your recovery gives this to you.
Heather Caplan, RD
Mar 27, 2018
9 Miles With Running Coach and Eating Disorder Awareness Advocate, Mary Johnson
9 Miles With Running Coach and Eating Disorder Awareness Advocate, Mary Johnson
Mary struggled with an eating disorder in high school and as a college athlete. She’s recovered—coaching and inspiring others to do the…
Heather Caplan, RD
Mar 23, 2018
What happens when we get Real about Recovery
What happens when we get Real about Recovery
Our celebratory Lane 9 anniversary event was full of women sharing their Real stories about Recovery.
Heather Caplan, RD
Mar 5, 2018
Let’s Get Real
Let’s Get Real
November 8th, 2016. It was a dreary day, literally and figuratively. After a long, somber workday, I rushed off to a local coffee shop to…
Alexis Fairbanks
Mar 2, 2018
9 Miles with Runner, Writer, and Coach Mario Fraioli
9 Miles with Runner, Writer, and Coach Mario Fraioli
Mario has been on our radar for a while. Last summer, we had the opportunity to run some miles with Mario, where we talked all things…
Samantha Strong
Feb 28, 2018
9 Miles With: Eating Disorder Advocate Rachael Steil
9 Miles With: Eating Disorder Advocate Rachael Steil
Sara Scinto-Madonich
Feb 21, 2018
Progress Is Not Linear
Progress Is Not Linear
When a baby learns to walk, she crawls for a while. In time, slowly and with the support of adult hands, she stands up and moves forward…
Alexis Fairbanks
Jan 24, 2018
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