“What distinguishes those of us at the starting line from those of us on the couch is that we learn through running to take what the day gives us, what our body will allow us, and what our will can tolerate.” John Bingham, running writer and speaker I know and REMEMBER clearly how it is… Continue Reading
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Ultimate Reset Day Ten
It’s been a couple of days since I posted. Nothing much to report other than we are enjoying the food. Logan really likes a lot of the fresh things we are making and so I have enjoyed seeing him eat loads of kale, spinach, beans, fruits, and such. This week I’m having the big fruit… Continue Reading
Interval Training Versus HIIT
This is an awesome graphic that discusses the interval training versus HIIT training. When I design programs I try to give my PNP forum members a mix of styles so they have a varied program that kicks booty and fat! I have found that mixing interval training and HIIT workouts are great for Tough Mudder… Continue Reading
Should I Wear Running Shoes for Walking?
I posted this on Facebook recently but thought it was worth having in my blog because many of you are starting out walking or walk/jogging and still have a ways to go in your weight loss journey. A question I am often asked is, “should I wear running shoes for walking?” Don’t get suckered into… Continue Reading
2013 Country Music Half Marathon Recap
We did it! PNP girls, Happy Healthy Holy Ladies, and myself ran and walked the Country Music Half Marathon. I’ve done this race for years now and it’s my all-time favorite. No matter the weather the city of Nashville supports this race with amazing enthusiasm. And, for the second time in my history of doing… Continue Reading
Can’t Compete with What You Eat
I often have people train for marathons and half marathons that complain they “can’t lose weight” while training. There’s a few reasons that could happen from doing too much cardio and not enough lifting to your eating being out of balance. Let’s focus on the one I feel is MOST common with women signing up… Continue Reading
Letting Go
I had a great weekend. Friday I did a long run on my treadmill (10 miles) and Yoga for Runners with my friends at Logan’s school. Saturday was a terrific back workout along with a little and Sunday I lifted with my awesome husband. We stayed in most of the weekend because we are heading… Continue Reading
Tough Mudder Training Workout for Women
I’m prepping for my fourth Tough Mudder April 6, 2013 in GA where there is a BIG PROMISE of loads of Georgia Clay. It’s going to be a great race and even better because these days I am feeling very strong. Last year I enjoyed my races a lot but really felt the effects of… Continue Reading
Why Does Taking a Day Off Make Me Feel Bad?
I took an unplanned DOR (day of rest) yesterday which is what my body needed. Today is the day I need to workout to keep a good schedule for the week. Guess what? I still feel tired but not like yesterday. Today it’s more just I got a lot to do and whining tired. When… Continue Reading
Should I Exercise While Sick?
Since it seems a lot of people are sick right now with these CRAZY temps changing, I wanted to post a good article from Runner’s World on exercising while sick. Runner’s World Article One thing I tell people in weight loss mode – taking a few days off because you are sick will not make… Continue Reading