On Thanksgiving morning I joined my Cruiser and MRTT friends for the 22nd annual Ashburn Farm Thanksgiving Day 5K. It’s become a fun tradition that I couldn’t imagine skipping. This fun race has 10K, 5K, and 2K distances so there’s a fit for everyone! Packet pick-up was super easy, and even though I couldn’t get there until […]
Last week, planning ahead, I worked out on Sunday so I could move up my Wednesday weight training sessions to Tuesday. I didn’t want an easy excuse to miss a session and since I didn’t want to lift the day before my turkey trot on Thursday, a Wednesday workout wasn’t in the cards. I learned last […]
I’m beyond excited today because Joseph and Julie are here from Chicago for the weekend, and even though Daniel lives only thirty minutes away, he arrived this afternoon with a packed bag. As children grow up and leave the nest, holidays become all the sweeter with their return visits home. I have always loved Thanksgiving….. A […]
Welcome to Wednesday Word, a weekly linkup for everyone, not just health and fitness bloggers. Each Wednesday you will have a single word prompt to write about. Let your imagination run free and share with your readers your interpretation of that word, or simply use it as inspiration for your post. Today’s word is bountiful (suggested […]
Let’s face it, Christmas shopping can be a drag when searching for the perfect gift for even the most special person on our list; and it can be even more difficult to come up with wish list ideas for ourselves. With this in mind, I’ve put together a list of gift ideas for runners, complete with links […]
During this month of Thanksgiving and gratitude, I think my legs deserve a shout-out. They do a lot for me every day and it’s easy to forget to thank them! Hey Legs, I know I get annoyed at you for your hair growing abilities, and sometimes neglect in keeping you silky smooth; however, I really do appreciate you and […]
As I look out my window at the fallen oak leaves in need of being blown into giant piles and then bagged, I take comfort in being able to put it off another day or two to when the fifteen to twenty MPH winds have died down. If they don’t get done by Thursday, though, all bets […]
As the days get shorter and the nights get cooler, you’ll find my choice of drinks changing from light summer cocktails to hardier beverages just in time for the holidays. Water of course, will always top my list, but these delicious beverages help make the holidays merrier. Favorite holiday drinks: 1. Water – Good […]
Welcome to Wednesday Word, a weekly linkup for everyone, not just health and fitness bloggers. Each Wednesday you will have a single word prompt to write about. Let your imagination run free and share with your readers your interpretation of that word, or simply use it as inspiration for your post. Today’s word is cherish….. […]
First of all, aren’t you thrilled that my birthday is behind me, and I won’t be talking about it again for about fifty weeks – after today’s post… 😉 After a super early morning weight lifting session followed by training a few clients, Monday really got going with a Cruisers’ reunion of sorts at The Mellow […]
Two years ago I wrote my first birthday letter to myself and have decided to update it each year. Here’s my original post with my age updated in the first paragraph and the addition of this year’s note to myself… Today is my birthday, and I absolutely love birthdays! At my age I celebrate the […]
On Wednesday while exploring what ageless means to me, I had a chance to share how I feel that age isn’t just a number. I think it all boils down to enjoying life and not getting hung up on your age. I’m talking about age a lot this week because I turn 58 tomorrow. I’m at the age where my […]
It’s that time of year where temptations abound from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day. From family-favorite comfort foods to tasty sparkling beverages, extra calories sneak in by the hundreds and leave us with tighter waistbands causing the winter blues come January 2nd. Now is the time to devise a game plan for how to handle eating and working out during the […]
Welcome to Wednesday Word, a weekly linkup for everyone, not just health and fitness bloggers. Each Wednesday you will have a single word prompt to write about. Let your imagination run free and share with your readers your interpretation of that word, or simply use it as inspiration for your post. Today’s word is ageless….. […]
I’m being bold on the blog today and changing things up. Last night’s MRTT Give Thanks to our Chapter Leaders party was so much fun that I’m starting with it! First off, don’t we clean up nicely? Not a single ponytail in sight! A couple of months ago my friend Beth came up with […]
Today I’m joining Coco at Running With Perserverance, Deborah at Confessions Of A Mother Runner, and Lynda at Fitness Mom Wine Country for their monthly Ultimate Coffee Date linkup! Be sure to stop by their blogs for a cup of coffee and to say hello; and while you’re there, be sure to check out some […]
Over the years I’ve seen my share of signs at races, and some are far more memorable than others. Some, I captured with my camera, and others are burned into my brain – poster board color and all. Luckily my two favorite signs were the simplest; and therefore, easiest to re-create since I didn’t want to […]
Welcome to Wednesday Word, a weekly linkup for everyone, not just health and fitness bloggers. Each Wednesday you will have a single word prompt to write about. Let your imagination run free and share with your readers your interpretation of that word, or simply use it as inspiration for your post. Today’s word is complacent….. […]
I recently realized that I’ve never really talked about running form here on my blog. What? Talk about missed opportunities while skipping the basics! If It Ain’t Broke, Don’t Fit It When working with a new runner, I casually check out their form while they’re running, but without making it obvious. It’s amazing how […]
When my friend Lesley asked if I’d be interested in helping promote her Ghost, Goblins & Ghouls Spooktacular 5K on my social media in exchange for a few free race entries, I jumped at the chance. I love helping friends, and I thought that it would be fun to give away race entries on my […]
