So have you done a Fartlek run yet? It’s such a funny name, but the idea is so simple! It’s a very basic way to do speed work in distance running. I was actually hesitant to give a Fartlek run a try. I’m a big fan on putting on my headphones, coming up… Continue reading Fartlek Run
Tag: Fitness
Cheers to 2016 and Here’s to a Beautiful New Year!
So, it’s almost a wrap on 2016, and I have to say overall it’s been a pretty amazing year for me. A serious highlight for me- Starting this blog. I got the idea in January of this year after reading You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero. Side Note: If you haven’t read… Continue reading Cheers to 2016 and Here’s to a Beautiful New Year!
New to the Gym
If you were a regular at the gym over the past few weeks, it’s likely you had your choice of treadmills or no problem getting your favorite bike in spin class. It’s hard to find a new gym goer the last week in December. And of course, come January 2, that will all change. At least for… Continue reading New to the Gym
Holiday Workout
Now that it’s the thick of the holiday season have you noticed something missing from your holiday workout sessions? Like, I don’t know – People??? If you’ve been hitting the gym or your regular class you might notice you have a little more breathing room than normal. With the holidays comes lots of… Continue reading Holiday Workout
benefits of kettlebells
A couple months ago I started taking a kettlebells class once a week. I know what you’re thinking. Can once a week really do much? I can’t tell you the science behind it. But I can tell you how I feel. In short: Much stronger. Particularly in my core and shoulders. Two places I… Continue reading benefits of kettlebells
Fueled By Frosting | Profile on Girls on the Grid
My latest post for Girls on the Grid is up! I’d love if you head over to the GOTG blog and check it out. I wrote a profile piece on the amazing and inspiring Sacramento local Jen, the brains and face behind Fueled By Frosting. Jen has run in numerous half and full marathons, including… Continue reading Fueled By Frosting | Profile on Girls on the Grid
First Marathon Experience
Ten days ago, I set off on my long distance run for the week. Maybe I’d hit 15 miles. Instead, I ended up having my first marathon experience by completely 26.2 miles. That really wasn’t my plan. It just sort of happened. Not that I wasn’t running regularly. I ran 13 miles a week earlier… Continue reading First Marathon Experience
Daily Water Intake | Simple Tips to Hit Your Goal
Getting all the water you need every day can be hard. Getting your daily water intake in the winter can be even more challenging. And it’s not that you don’t know all the benefits of drinking plenty of water. From helping you feel full, to keeping your blood pressure down, drinking good old H2O is… Continue reading Daily Water Intake | Simple Tips to Hit Your Goal
The Perfect Fit | Guide to Running Shoes
For a long time, I was resistant to the idea of getting fitted for running shoes. I was worried I’d be pressured into buying overpriced shoes that weren’t going to make a difference. I always got my shoes from the department store, and hoped for the best fit as I guessed between a… Continue reading The Perfect Fit | Guide to Running Shoes
Relationship with Running
I have a funny relationship with running. I seem to fall in love with it. And then I need a serious break. And then I’m right back in love, again. When I started seriously working out five years ago, I started with running. I was newly sober and felt a lot of stress, anxiety, and… Continue reading Relationship with Running