The Vagus Nerve: The Body’s Pathway to Calm and Connection
When people talk about “calming your nervous system” or “activating the parasympathetic response,” they’re often pointing to one powerful player: the vagus nerve. Although rarely
Movement as medicine
This is where we explore the science behind stress, recovery, and emotional regulation — and how these factors directly affect your running, sleep, gut health, and energy.
Understanding your nervous system isn’t “woo.” It’s the missing piece most runners never address.
What I believe
When people talk about “calming your nervous system” or “activating the parasympathetic response,” they’re often pointing to one powerful player: the vagus nerve. Although rarely

This piece was originally published in 2015 on Indigo Runner, my former blog. I’m republishing it here because pacing is still one of the most

This piece was originally published in 2015 on Indigo Runner, my former blog. I’m republishing it here because weak glutes are still the most overlooked
