Most people don't have that willingness to break bad habits. They have a lot of excuses and they talk like victims. Carlos Santana Have you heard that it only takes 21 days to make or break a habit? Check out this article for tips and research on the old adage. In the meantime, what's one thing … Continue reading Most people don…
Monument Ave 10k!
Monument Ave 10k In my opinion, races took my own mind off of weight loss and placed it on a performance goal. For me, getting fit and losing fat was a by-product of my desire to travel farther on foot than I had before. My story -- I did my first 5k in 2010. Before … Continue reading Monument Ave 10k!
“Insanity: doin…
"Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." - Albert Einstein Many of you have heard this one. Oh how true it is, in every area of life .. and especially in our fitness! What did you do to meet your goals last year? Did you achieve what you wanted? Or … Continue reading “Insanity: doin…
Whatever the mi…
Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve. –Napoleon HillHey everyone! Happy New Years' Eve! Are you ready for 2014? Do you know what you want to accomplish in 2014? Do you know what your fitness goals are for 2014? Do you have them written down and in a place you can … Continue reading Whatever the mi…
Nutritional Misunderstandings: The Carbohydrate
I came across this great little article about low-carb diets and wanted to share it with you. Here are my thoughts, what I have learned, and what works for me .. I recommend a balanced diet, about 15-20% protein (based on your weight training intensity), 15-25% healthy fats, and about 55-65% carbohydrates. To supplement the article … Continue reading Nutritional Misunderstandings: The Carbohydrate
Small on-the-go Meal Ideas
So I know we each have talked about smaller meals more frequently throughout the day (4-5 meals vs the typical 3 or less meals/day Americans are eating). I compiled a little list here of some healthy little meals that I have been eating that are about 300 calories each, have a good balance of protein, … Continue reading Small on-the-go Meal Ideas
You are today w…
You are today where your thoughts have brought you; you will be tomorrow where your thoughts take you. James AllenOne of the biggest things I have learned about life is how much what we think about plays a role into it. We can and will be a success or a failure based on our thinking. This is … Continue reading You are today w…
Oh Marathon .. The formidable challenge
Oh, marathon .. you formidable opponent, you. Every time I race, I am reminded of the respect I have for endurance sports, and for the people that excel in them. After the race, I am reminded of how much I personally love it, too. I've waited a few days before posting, mulling over my delivery of … Continue reading Oh Marathon .. The formidable challenge
Lessons from a Peaceful Taper
No - I promise it is not an oxymoron!! I've been training for this marathon that is coming up in 3 days for >4 months. I worked very hard to get to this point and was looking forward to some time off of my legs! Historically, once a few days into the taper, I start … Continue reading Lessons from a Peaceful Taper
Imago Dei…
While I know myself as a creation of God, I am also obligated to realize and remember that everyone else and everything else are also God's creation. Maya Angelou An amazing quote. I was reading this morning about being created "imago Dei" - in the image of God, and it genuinely rocked my world in … Continue reading Imago Dei…
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