I have known that you could easily make your own nut milk in a Vitamix for a long time. It still just seemed too much effort. I read someone's recommendation for the Almond Cow and was really intrigued. As I dug deeper I read the almond milk from a Vitamix was actually creamier than from … Continue reading I Tried It: Making My Own Nut Milk
Tuesday Topics
Hold On: October 2020
October had no races, virtual or otherwise. In fact, it was probably the least amount of running I did in 2020 with a 2 week running break, and now trying to squeeze in running around hopefully coaxing Lola back to health. October also saw tempers fraying, the election getting on everyone's nerves, and COVID once … Continue reading Hold On: October 2020
I Finished It: 40 Day Kriya
Remember that 40 Day Kriya? You can read about it in this post here if you missed it. I finished it! What did I learn? It was a lot like running! In some ways. Get it done first thing It is suggested that you do it before 6 am; the effects are supposed to be … Continue reading I Finished It: 40 Day Kriya
Another Reason to Try Nasal Breathing?
One of the commenters on the first part of why I tried nasal breathing (read it here) said she did it to make sure she ran her easy runs easy. This is even sort of ties into the actual topic this week -- my thoughts on rest days -- I write about that a lot! … Continue reading Another Reason to Try Nasal Breathing?
Why Should You Try Nasal Breathing?
I am always striving to learn, to experiment, to try new things. Sometimes they work, and sometimes they don't, but you always learn something. Last Spring I decided to try nasal breathing in my running (breathing in and out through my nose). As a Yoga teacher, I know the power of breath. Ancient Yogis thought … Continue reading Why Should You Try Nasal Breathing?
The People Have the Power: September 2020
September was even busier than the last few months! 2 trips to mom, both with side trips. One day trip as a "family" -- I'd hoped for more, but it wasn't meant to be. Cat sitting for a friend. Planning & executing birthday shenanigans for Mr. Judy. A virtual 10k + virtual 5k walk. September's … Continue reading The People Have the Power: September 2020
You are an Experiment of 1
It's oh-so-tempting to get caught up in someone else's running journey. I blame Social Media for a lot of that -- but sometimes there's peer pressure in a group of running friends, too. That peer pressure can get you out of a rut and out of your comfort zone -- in a good way sometimes, … Continue reading You are an Experiment of 1
I Feel the Need for Speed . . .
New runners often have two concerns: How do I get faster? When will I feel like I'm not dying? The not dying question is usually answered simply: slow down! Getting faster? That's more complicated. Here are a few things you can try. Disclaimer: I am not a running coach, and I am not going … Continue reading I Feel the Need for Speed . . .
The ABCs of Motivation
Motivation comes and motivation goes. Sometimes we're super focused and dedicated, and other times we just want to pull the covers over our heads. That's normal! If you find your motivation slipping, though, and you really want to get it back, just turn to the alphabet. Always have a Goal There's absolutely nothing wrong with … Continue reading The ABCs of Motivation
I Come Back Even Stronger: August 2020
August was relatively busy in a good way. 2 trips to mom, one with a side trip. More day trips. Slight increase in running. Slight increase in walking, too. Made an effort to get in more steps. I collected my mug from June's virtual xc runs (with a side trip on that trip too). August's … Continue reading I Come Back Even Stronger: August 2020
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