Reasons to for runners to eat pumpkin: It's high in Vitamin A (good for your eyesight) It's high in antioxidants (helps battle cancers, like skin cancer) It's high in Potassium, which could make it a great recovery food (move over, bananas!) Bonus benefit: don't throw out the seeds (I didn't!). They are high in phytosterols, … Continue reading Getting the most out of pumpkin!
Anniversary Hiking: 10/18 – 24 WRD
A short visit to my mom, who seems to be doing well. I suspect the change in some meds and the fact that she's on oxygen accounts for that -- although the oxygen is literally a drag. The rest of the week was run, hike, rinse, lather, repeat! Fall is in full swing here, so … Continue reading Anniversary Hiking: 10/18 – 24 WRD
5 Ways to Shake Off Burnout
Now that you know some of the signs you might be overtraining (read this blog here), it's time to do something about it! I'm linking up with My First 5K and More, Running With Attitude, Runs with Pugs, Zenaida and Run Laugh Eat Pie for Fit Five Friday. Today I'm sharing 5 tips to help you shake off burnout and … Continue reading 5 Ways to Shake Off Burnout
Fitting in Fitness Whenever You Can
I have spend quite a few months going back and forth to my mom recently. Much of my time at my mom's is spent helping her out, figuring out meds, taking her to doctors appointments. Did I mention that I sleep on the couch, with her plethora of ticking and chiming clocks? Even so I … Continue reading Fitting in Fitness Whenever You Can
Should I Stay or Go Now?: 10/11 – 17 WRD
The week started out with my Mom on her way to the hospital. Seriously, I took her to the cardiologist the previous Tuesday and by the next Monday she was in the hospital with (supposedly) pneumonia. With assurances from my sister that she wasn't at death's door and the very limited hospital visiting hours, I … Continue reading Should I Stay or Go Now?: 10/11 – 17 WRD
5 Signs You Might be Flaming Out
Runners love to run. Until they don't. That falling out of love feeling can really sneak up on us, so it's important to be on the lookout for the signs of burnout. I'm linking up with My First 5K and More, Running With Attitude, Runs with Pugs, Zenaida and Run Laugh Eat Pie for Fit Five Friday. Today I'm sharing … Continue reading 5 Signs You Might be Flaming Out
When to Save, When to Spend
Running is supposed to be a cheap sport. I'd like to say it can be, but you need running shoes -- and at the very least probably a couple of pairs a year. Running shoes are expensive! When to Save I'm pretty sure my "when to spend" list will be longer than my "when to … Continue reading When to Save, When to Spend
Just Keep Moving: 10/4 – 10 WRD
As I work on this intro, it's Friday. At least this week I know what sidelined me! I was at my mo. The week went south from there with all sorts of stressful stuff. Getting older just ain't fun, and caring for the elderly can sometimes make you feel ancient too! I'm joining Kim @ … Continue reading Just Keep Moving: 10/4 – 10 WRD
5 Impressions from my online First Aid/CPR Course
After I mentioned that I had completed my First Aid/CPR course online, a lot of bloggers mentioned they needed to renew theirs. Here's a short review of my experience. I'm linking up with My First 5K and More, Running With Attitude, Runs with Pugs, Zenaida and Run Laugh Eat Pie for Fit Five Friday. Wondering if online First Aid/CPR are … Continue reading 5 Impressions from my online First Aid/CPR Course
How Long is Your Long Run Really?
I was walking Bandit one day last week, thinking about my "long-er" runs and how much more manageable short long runs seem (if that makes sense). I had already decided on this topic for todays post, then I was texting with another runner friend. She is also not running very long these days or racing, … Continue reading How Long is Your Long Run Really?
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