Racing 101

Ok, here's the deal.  If you have signed up for a race and it's your first time or 5th time there are a few things you should know. Wait.  Before I continue, let me preface this by saying that I encourage runners and walkers of all speeds, shapes, sizes and abilities to participate in a …

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Runs OK With Others

I love to run in races.   It's a chance to toe up to the starting line with a few hundred or thousand like-minded people.  You get snacks, a nifty tee shirt and a shiny medal to show off your accomplishment.  And it's even more fun to run with friends.  Because then you have people …

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Go Jump in the Lake

I had a great summer with my family!   Like many of you I managed the usual juggle between work and kids (camps, boredom, play date swaps, etc.) and even was able to pull off some much-deserved boat time. When we head to the lake or any trip I always bring my workout gear. I look …

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Strong Girl Moments

Last week I had a huge mailing to drop off at the post office.  There were 1400 letters stacked in huge trays that I had to carry from my car to the post office.   Because I like to be as efficient as possible I was carrying two trays at a time.  They were awkward …

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Can I Get a “Hell to the Yes”?

In some parts of the country and even in California, school is back in session.  Where I live, we have another 13 days before my little angels head back to school.   13 days. Currently, our schedule looks like this; work for me, hubby and the teen, camp or hanging out with friends for the …

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Gray Matter

If you are a early morning outdoor exerciser I'm speaking to you. Please ditch the gray and black clothes.  In the dark and gray of early morning you blend into the pavement. Reflective clothing is your friend.  A flashlight, headlamp is your friend.  In short, you want to be lit up like a Christmas tree …

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Turn Frustration into Motivation

We've all been there.  Your training is going along swimmingly and then you suffer an injury, an illness or you simply haven't been able to get yourself into your Asics in ages. Whether you've been sidelined for a week, a month or even a few years, getting back on track can be a daunting task.  …

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Snack Attack

Courtesy of IDEA Fitness Journal "Snacks account for about one-third of all empty calories consumed daily - 32% for women and 31% for men..." Empty calories are ones that are void of nutritional value.  Hence the name "junk food". The next time you're hankering for a snack, keep it under 200 calories and aim for …

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