Welcome to Day 2 of the Holiday Hustle! Today we're only doing one move. It's yoga but don't freak out. Standing Forward Bend It's a surprisingly simple move with great benefits; spinal decompression, balance and improves flexibility and more. First let's get you into the proper standing pose Stand with your feet hip distance apart, knees …
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A Turkey Trot Success
Thank you to everyone who came out to the turkey trot yesterday! And for braving the chilly temps, fog and muck along the levee. You guys are awesome. Enjoy your holiday weekend and I look forward to seeing you at next year's event. Now go run! Keli 🙂
Getting to the Core
So here's a little 4-1-1 about running. A strong core (midsection) is your secret weapon for distance running. Or running in general. By incorporating core work such as planks, plank variations, pushups, as well as other body weight exercises such as inchworms, mountain climbers and yes, burpees, you are strengthening your midsection. And this is …
Happy Halloween!
Happy Halloween! Today was our annual pumpkin workout at boot-camp. It just goes to show that you can get a great sweat on with or without any traditional equipment. We're *this* close to November and we have some big things planned. You know we talk a big game here about healthy eating and exercise. In …
Following the Plan
Today was a really rainy day in my neck o' the woods. Luckily I don't mind the rain. And even if I did, it wouldn't matter because I don't have a back up plan for my training runs. So into the dark and rainy morning I went and 8.42 miles later I sloshed back …
Don’t be a Whener
A what?? I'll start my diet when the weekend is over. I'll get back to exercise class when the kids are back in school. I'll go for a walk when my friend is available. I'll start to run or exercise when I lose weight. You know, a whener. I wonder if one of the reasons …
5 Mistakes Marathoners Make
I was listening to a Runner's World podcast on my very long run the other day. I actually listened to 3 of them over the course of 2 hours and 47 minutes so you can imagine how excited I am to open my Sprint bill. However, I digress. One podcast had the royalty of runners, …
One Mile at a Time
Monday started my 9th week of training and I'll be honest, I was a bit tired from the trail race last Sunday. Overall I felt good but my calves were talking to me a bit on Tuesday when I went out on my run. A reminder of the 2 mile uphill grind from the race …
Shout Out to the Loyal
Today I'd like to give a shout out to my peeps! My loyal band of fitness enthusiasts that come out for class at 5:30 am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and/or at 8:00 am on Saturday. It's dark, they're there. It's raining, most of them are there. It's hill day, they're there (mainly because they …
July Accountability Challenge
We are wrapping up our July Accountability Challenge! Unlike specific, workout challenges this one was self-administered. Set a goal for yourself and track your results and let me know how you did at the end of the month. Easy peasy. It's summer after all so simple is sometimes better. Don't forget to share your accomplishments …
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