Dorothea Trotter

Dorothea Trotter has a PhD in Comparative Literature from the Free University Berlin. When she’s not reading, writing or teaching, you can find her running the roads, trails and beaches of South Florida and Germany. Running since 2004, her favorite distance is the 10k. And while she likes 57°F best, she’s learned to accept a regular dew point of 70°F.

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Runners run in a high dew point, making their run uncomfortable.

What is Dew Point and How Will It Affect Your Run?

Dew point is the most objective measure of the level of water in the air, which gives you more information than any other metric about how sticky or dry it feels outside.
Training
Three woman talk and laugh on a park bench.

By Women, For Everyone: 5 Must-Read Running Books

Opening the pages of a woman runner’s memoir is to expose oneself to the indomitable power of the human spirit. With this review of recently-published memoirs, step into a landscap...
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Runners run on a tree-lined trail.

From Asphalt to Adventure: A Guide for Transitioning from Road to Trail Races

If you’re someone who is typically more focused on road races, now is the best time to turn off the asphalt course and explore something new.
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A woman runs down a wooded path.

Traveling This Season? Here are 4 Ways to Keep Running on Vacation

Whether you’re facing a busy travel schedule or unfamiliar neighborhoods, here are four things you can do to stay on schedule.
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