This weekend I was fortunate to be able to attend the 2020 IDEA World Fitness Convention. Of course, as with all other live events this year, the version I was looking forward to, in Anaheim, was turned into a virtual event. The question in my mind, would it be worth my time and money? As […]
The Top 5 Most Embarrassing Running Questions Answered
As a coach, both to teenage cross country runners and adults training for all distances, I get a lot of questions about how to train, dress, what kind of shoes to wear, etc. Sometimes, though, a runner will approach me hesitantly, almost secretively, and whisper something like, “um, coach? I, um, have a question.” Voice […]
Shine On! Fitness News and the Weekly Run Down
During the last six months (meaning during the pandemic) I have not planted a garden, made sourdough bread, or even thoroughly cleaned my house. What I have done though earned certifications in Stretching and Flexibility, TRX Instruction, and Mobility Specialist. And now, in new fitness news, I have two more educational programs coming up! Fitness […]
Chana Masala: Quick and Easy Curried Chickpeas
I told you a while back after visiting an Indian restaurant in Big Bear that my new cooking goal was to figure out how to prepare the Chana Masala that we enjoyed there. I’m happy to say that after much experimentation, recipe combining, and endless tasting, I’ve created a dish that just feels right (and […]
My Favorite Self-Care Tools Plus Tips to Use Them
I talk a lot about self-care, especially stretching, foam rolling, and vibration therapy, with a little massage and assisted stretching thrown in. While self-care may sound indulgent, it is actually one of the most important things runners can do to improve performance, reduce the risk of injury, and simply move better. With that in mind, […]
Finally, Family! Plus the Week in Workouts
My grandsons (and their parents) live about two hours away. We usually see them every two or three months, more in the summer because they live in Huntington Beach and it’s so much cooler there. Because of the pandemic, until this weekend we hadn’t seen them since Christmas. They came out to the desert this […]
