Here is a fun ball workout that you can do just about anywhere. All you need is a stability ball, medicine ball, kettlebells and/or dumbbells. I did not run this weekend. Usually, that makes me a little edgy. I missed my long run and my fun recovery run with Alan. However, since I spent that […]
5 Ragnar Essentials + My Complete Ragnar Packing List
I originally wrote this Ragnar Essentials post in April 2014, right after my first Ragnar Relay. When I found out I’d be doing Ragnar So Cal again last year, I pulled it out, briefly patted myself on the back for being so thorough, and reviewed it as I started to make my 2019 Ragnar packing […]
She Broke Barriers: Paying Tribute to the Women Who Came Before Us
March 8 is International Women’s Day and it’s time to celebrate all women! As an Adidas blogger, I love sharing the She Breaks Barriers campaign which honors women who strive to break barriers in sports and encourages girls to play sports. I want to pay tribute to the women who came before us, who helped […]
Simple Vegan Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
This Pineapple Salsa is the star of the recipe. Today we’re serving it on simple vegan tacos, but it would be delicious on your burritos, quesadillas, or served with tortilla chips. Pineapple Salsa has a crisp sweet and spicy flavor that complements simple foods, making it perfect for a quick weekday meal. I’ve been feeling […]
Running Strong with (in spite of) Exercise Induced Asthma
I have suffered from Exercise Induced Asthma ever since I started running, especially once I started racing and training at a higher intensity level. I didn’t realize at first what was happening. At the end of a race I would feel dizzy, nauseous, and weak, and take up to an hour to feel better. I […]
My 39th Marathon: Sprouts Mesa Marathon Race Report
On Saturday I ran my 39th marathon. That sounds like such a simple statement, doesn’t it? It really applies to all marathoners, whether is their first or their 50th. Saying that you ran a marathon, while it’s very impressive, especially to non-runners, but it still doesn’t give the full story of what went on before, […]
