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Share Your Passions

November 29th, 2010 | 4 Comments

Saturday night was my 20 year high school reunion and I mentioned my concerns about attending but I am here happy to say it was enlightening. Sometimes you just have to step outside of your comfort zone, again. You have to just have faith in yourself that you are strong enough, worth enough. And when you do dreams are attainable, skies the limit. This night showed me life is to short to dwell on what if’s or … Read entire article »

Filed under: Daily Lessons Learned

Taking It Off Road

November 28th, 2010 | 2 Comments

This morning I went for a trail run for the first time in more than a year. I’d forgotten how much fun it could be! For safety reasons running the trails alone is out of the question which means I need a guide which also means the opportunity to go out is few and far between. My brother-in-law was heading out to his normal spot and invited me along. When asked I quickly responded, Yes! Why running … Read entire article »

Filed under: Running

20 Years Ago

November 27th, 2010 | 4 Comments

1990 was the year I graduated from High School with 177 other students. Tonight is our 20 year reunion. I can’t believe I am actually going. High school should be all about discovering yourself and joining clubs or sports but for me it was a time of complete self doubt and conformity. Looking back, I realize how much I missed out on by trying to be what I thought I should be instead of having confidence in … Read entire article »

Filed under: Running

Fitness DVD Challenge

November 26th, 2010 | Add a Comment

You know my passion is running. Having a strong body overall can only help fuel this passion and in my opinion help prevent injuries. When one part of your body is weaker than another it is logical that one muscle group is having to compensate more for the weaker muscle groups causing greater chance of injury. Honestly, strength training is something I have been less motivated on as I went through all of my marathon … Read entire article »

Filed under: DVD Workout, Running

Being Thankful

November 25th, 2010 | Add a Comment

Happy Thanksgiving! There are so many things to be thankful for in our daily lives, but sometimes we can get caught up in the daily grind and miss them. Are you taking this special day to give thanks? I am thankful for this opportunity to stop and reflect on all that God has bestowed this past year. It has been a year of improved health, fitness accomplishments, family and friendships. I am also thankful for my … Read entire article »

Filed under: Clean Eating Magazine, Eat Clean Diet, Running

Pre-Holiday Prep

November 24th, 2010 | 2 Comments

Hello Blog World! Are you hosting Thanksgiving Dinner or playing role of hungry guest? After my painful 4 miler this morning (stupid ankle/foot) there were only two things on my agenda. Cleaning and cooking. You see I will be hosting Thanksgiving dinner at my house and I tend to stress a little about having things in order. I have a whole eat clean meal planned with of course a few extras thrown in for everyone else. Keep in mind … Read entire article »

Filed under: Eat Clean Diet, Running