It is time to start thinking about racing! You know, 5k’s and 10k’s and marathons, oh my! I am setting my own running goals for the year so I wanted to share a cute printable to help you see at a glance your race schedule for 2017. I also have 10 simple steps to planning […]
My PiYo Review: PiYo, Running, Bad Knees and Arthritis
I’ve resisted writing this very personal PiYo review and testimonial for some time. One reason is because this blog is not really about me. I could post sweatie workout selfies, but who does that benefit? I try to post information that is useful to others. My “dear diary” of fitness and weight loss is boring. […]
Be Grateful: Donate Race Miles to Charity
If you’re a runner, have you ever asked yourself “Why do I put myself through this??” I had that very thought on a recent 8 mile run. It was hot, I was tired, my knees ached, I was almost out of water and I was hungry. Just for a moment I didn’t want to run. I […]
Top 10 Reasons to Run the Go Girl Run Half Marathon
I am in celebration mode because I am training for my first half marathon since knee surgery two years ago. This will be my 20th half marathon, but I wanted my first post-surgery race to be super fun. If I could have designed an ideal race for me, a girly girl who loves to get […]
Review: Long Run Relief with PRO Compression Socks
There is nothing like the delicious calf soreness you feel for hours after a long run. Your legs just ACHE – but it’s a good ache because you know you pushed yourself to the limit as you put in the miles. You get lovely “restless leg syndrome” that lasts the entire day. I love that […]
PiYo Half Marathon Training Plan
I’m training for a fall half marathon and want to incorporate PiYo as one means of cross-training since it will help strengthen my muscles, stretch sore, overworked muscles, and increase my flexibility. Many of the moves in PiYo are fantastic for athletes because they focus on balance. When you think about it, while running you […]
Runners: Does Flexibility Make You Faster?
When training for a marathon or half marathon my body became incredibly efficient - at running. I could rock the miles like nobody’s business but found I was incredibly stiff and tight. My body was so accustomed to moving in one direction (as in a speedy forward motion!) that it resisted moving in any other direction. My […]
Get More Than a Rockin’ Body: 10 Unexpected Ways Running Will Improve Your Life
Yes, running for exercise will give you a rockin’ body. Running has many amazing and obvious benefits like improving cardiovascular health, blasting calories, helping to maintain a healthy weight and raising endorphin levels. Running will no doubt help you fit into your skinny jeans. However, during my years as a runner I’ve discovered 10 […]
Printable Race Planning Calendar - A Must Have For Runners and Walkers!
Do you run or walk 5k’s, half or full marathons? If so, use this colorful printable Race Planning Calendar to map out your entire year of races. This printable has a year-at-a-glance format so you can easily see how your races are distributed, which is super helpful for training and planning purposes. Use this in conjunction with […]
Must Have for Runners: Printable Race Results Tracker!
I love setting goals (and achieving them)! Are you a stats junkie like me? Do you like to record your pace, finish time, and age group ranking for your races? If so, you’ll love this printable Race Results Tracker! Even if you just run for fun, it’s encouraging to track your progress with each 5k, […]
Must Have for Runners: Printable Race Results Tracker!
I love setting goals (and achieving them)! Are you a stats junkie like me? Do you like to record your pace, finish time, and age group ranking for your races? If so, you’ll love this printable Race Results Tracker! Even if you just run for fun, it’s encouraging to track your progress with each 5k, […]
Unleash Your Inner Athlete: Your Attitude is the Key to Lasting Weight Loss
I was not at all athletic as a child. While not necessarily the last one picked for a team, I certainly was never the first and I always played tentatively. On a softball team I would move away when the ball was hit in my direction. I wasn’t exactly the Alex Rodriguez of my day. […]
Keep Your Goals in Plain Sight!
Those of us who focus on our health and fitness often have goals we are working toward. Actually EVERYONE should have goals in all areas of life, not just fitness. However, there is one critical component to goal-setting that has been on my mind recently. And here is my earth-shattering revelation: Keep Your Goals in […]
Chart Your Progress - Keep a Workout Log
Knowledge is power. When something is as important to your overall health as your workout, I feel it’s crucial to keep records. Plus, it’s fun to see how you progress over the course of a year - and a lifetime! If you are thinking about starting a workout routine then that’s great. There are loads […]
