People often ask me how I can work out almost every day, eat well, and live an overall healthy lifestyle without getting bored or overwhelmed, or just giving up altogether. Part of it may be my Type A personality that thrives off routine and consistency. Another part is the enjoyment I find in exercise and healthy eating. However, I wasn't always this way! In high school and college I did not enjoy exercising, I generally ... Read the Post...
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Route 66 Marathon Training Week 3
Believe it or not, I am on day 19 of being sick. It is feeling like the slowest recovery process ever- the first week was a terribly sore throat, then it was a week of coughing, and now it's all head congestion/sneezing. Physically, I feel much better than I did the first week. I have been able to run, although early last week my breathing was still feeling harder than usual (plus it was hot and humid early last week). By ... Read the Post...
Route 66 Marathon Training Weeks 1&2
Hi there! After the longest blogging break I've taken in a while, I'm back. Sort of. I'll probably be somewhat sporadic this week as I have a bunch of other things going on, along with trying to catch up on life after vacation. Thanks again to Meredith and Laura for guest posting while I was away- if you missed their posts you should definitely check them out! Trader Joes Favorites for Runners Should Runners ... Read the Post...
Should Runners Take Ice Baths?
As promised, today I have another guest post to share with you all! Laura blogs over at This Runner’s Recipes and is talking today about ice baths. When Laura offered to share this information, I was excited to learn more about it as I start marathon training again. Hi, everyone! My name is Laura, and I blog about running, racing, nutrition and healthy recipes, and ... Read the Post...
