Here's how to perfect your plank. And be patient young Padawan, this one takes some getting used to. Lay face down on the ground. Position your hands slightly to the outside of your shoulders, fingertips pointing forward. Pull your elbows close to your body. Roll your shoulders down and back away from your ears. …
Month: March 2017
Now is Good
Future Trip. Futuretrip. Future trip. The process of delaying a behavior change because of an upcoming event. "I'm heading on vacation in two weeks so I'll start working out then." "My parents are in town and I'm eating out a lot so I'll start dieting when they leave." "I have a lot going on, I'm …
People Who Need People
I grew up playing mostly team sports. I understand and appreciate being a team player. You are a spoke in the wheel, a cog in the thingie. A whole that is greater than its parts. To pile on the analogies. As a runner there's no team, it is a solitary endeavor. But I'll tell you, it's a …
What To Do When Shit Hurts
"It's just a flesh wound". As a runner you are going to have things hurt. It's a repetitive, high impact sport. So shit might hurt from time to time. I, like many other runners have "run through" aches and pains and even injuries. But as I get, ahem, older and wiser, I've come to appreciate a …
Accountability Tricks
Forget motivation, try holding yourself accountable and you may find more success. Think about it, when have a deadline at work your boss doesn't care if you are motivated or not, the job has to get done. Here are some tried and true methods to help keep you accountable as you work toward your goals. Watch the …
Holy Speed Batman
This totally made me laugh! Now go run! Keli 🙂
Watch Your Step
Hello running friends! The time changes this weekend, plunging us early am runners back into darkness while allowing the after work crowd some daylight running. Whether you run with the sun or in the dark it's always important to be aware of your surroundings. Drivers are distracted. Bike riders and dog walkers also pose a …
Dusting off the Racing Shoes
I ran my first race in the Run the Bay Series yesterday; the San Jose 408K Race to the Row. It was, in fact, my first race of 2017 and the first race in my brand new age bracket. Buh-bye 44-49, Hello 50-54! I normally don't travel far or pay for shorter races. And it's …
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