Nike, Boston and Pace Shaming in Running
by: Melissa Lee ParentPublished on: 24/04/2026Pace doesn’t define a runner—but running culture still acts like it does. Let’s talk about pace shaming, Boston, and who really belongs.
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Life Being Extra Lifey Part 2
by: Melissa Lee ParentPublished on: 11/12/2025A brutally honest dive into broken friendships, broken bones, a cancer scare, and the emotional whiplash of a lifey-as-hell year. Healing, boundaries, and badass resilience shine through.
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