There were a couple of snowy runs this week, but yesterday it rained, and the snow is all gone for now. I am much happier without snow! I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, and just moving through the stress. Workouts update Monday: Yoga (45 min), Dogwalk, PB Walking with Weights (20 min)Tuesday: Yoga … Continue reading The Rain Washed it All Away: 12/6 – 12 WRD
My Top 5 Yogi Tea Flavors
Several people expressed interest in Yogi Tea after I shared some of my favorite inspirational quotes from its teabags (read the post here). I figured I'd share my favorite flavors! Like anything we all have different tastes, so I obviously can't guarantee you'll love what I love but here are the five teas I'm loving … Continue reading My Top 5 Yogi Tea Flavors
7 Tips for Treadmill Shopping
It's been about 20 years since I bought my treadmill. I did a lot of research at the time, even though I was not yet running -- not even close. I wanted to be able to walk more during the heat of a TX Summer (and not be eaten up by mosquitoes!). If you're shopping … Continue reading 7 Tips for Treadmill Shopping
Hanging On By a Thread: 11/29 – 12/5 WRD
I knew going in this would be a tough week; luckily I didn't know just how tough it would really be! I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, and sharing moving through some major stress. Workouts update Monday: Yoga (45 min), DogwalkTuesday: Yoga (60 min), 5 mile runWednesday: Yoga (60 min),1 mile recovery run, … Continue reading Hanging On By a Thread: 11/29 – 12/5 WRD
Vacation Tales: Tea/coffee Date December 2021
Recent vacations -- ours & then Mr. Judy's -- provided plenty of fodder for the coffee klatch, although of course I'll be drinking hot chocolate. Thanks, Coco and Deborah, for the opportunity to tell some tales from vacations -- his & ours. If we were enjoying tea/coffee . . .I'd tell you I have been looking for … Continue reading Vacation Tales: Tea/coffee Date December 2021
Becoming Clear on who I am: November 2021
As you become more clear about who you are, you'll be better able to decide what's best for you -- the first time around -- Oprah Winfrey I love the above quote. Being clear on who you are, what your values are, what feels right for your body -- it's a journey, to be sure, … Continue reading Becoming Clear on who I am: November 2021
Free at last!: 11/22 – 28 WRD
I managed to escape completely unscathed from jury duty! For the last 30 years, I've been called regularly and usually picked. Very grateful to break that cycle. No Turkey Trot for me since we were on the road by the time any race would have started. I'm joining Kim @ Kimrunsonthefly and Deborah @ Confessionsofamotherrunner, … Continue reading Free at last!: 11/22 – 28 WRD
Will Shop for Chocolate: Runfessions November 2021
We are fast approaching December, so some shoppingfessions have crept into this runfession post. Mostly revolving around food & drink, but I could certainly share about all the clothes I have bought recently. All the sales in November and December always seem to get me. I shoppingfess . . .I went to the grocery store … Continue reading Will Shop for Chocolate: Runfessions November 2021
Do you need to dress differently for a short run?
I mean a recovery run -- which will be much shorter than even your easy runs. It should be much slower than your easy runs, too. Many runners start streaking at this time of year, trying to make sure they keep up their fitness through the holidays. Often that means quite a few days will … Continue reading Do you need to dress differently for a short run?
If it makes you happy. . .: 11/15 – 21 WRD
You may notice there was a lot of Yoga video filming going on this week. Even very early in the morning. That's because for the first time in almost 2 years, Mr. Judy went to see his mom and sister (who live outside of Seattle). We'll get to the stuff that made me happy this … Continue reading If it makes you happy. . .: 11/15 – 21 WRD