As we approach the month of March, the fitness and health lines have pretty much already been drawn. Most of those who committed to getting healthy, losing weight, exercising, etc., have already given up. More than 80% of new year’s resolutions have already failed by the second week of February! But it doesn’t have to […]
5 Plank Variations for a Strong and Stable Core
I will state the obvious. As a personal trainer, I love planks. As a fitness buff, my feelings are mixed. Yes, they strengthen your core. Yes, they can be done anywhere, anytime. But they can be kind of boring. Who wants to just plank there for an hour or so? That’s why I love plank […]
Let’s Have Coffee and Chat
It’s been almost a year since I’ve sat down with a friend and chatted over coffee. It’s actually been almost a year since I’ve sat down with a friend! That’s why I finally decided to link up with Deborah and Coco for the Ultimate Coffee Date! I’m also linking up with Darlene, Michelle, Renee, Jenn, and Zenaida for Fit […]
7 Reasons You Need a Running Coach if You Want to be a Better Runner
As both a runner and a running coach, I know a lot about the importance of having a coach to help you train for an important race or to help you reach a goal. In fact, as I prepare to train for my 40th marathon, I know first hand about needing a coach. I’m very […]
Double Chocolate Brownies: Vegan & Gluten Free
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, which leads me to think about sweet treats. These luscious double chocolate brownies certainly fit the bill. Not only are they richly delicious, but they are also vegan and gluten-free! Double Chocolate Brownies These double chocolate brownies are deliciously decadent yet they are dairy- and egg-free. They are so quick […]
5 Ways Yoga Makes Me a Better Runner
Those of you who know me, or have been reading my blog for a while, know that I tend to be a fair-weather yogi. I try, I really do, but between running and strength training, not to mention work, blogging, and, well, my personal life, yoga is frequently the first thing to go by the […]
