Another busy week with an unplanned visit to my mom -- nothing new there, I just hadn't been planning on visiting this week. Mainly because I was deep into prep for Mr. Judy's 60th birthday. It worked out well, though, because we had a family Zoom call on Friday (for Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New … Continue reading Zooming into the New Year: 9/14 – 20 WRD
I Started It: a 40 Day Kriya
Kriya is a Sanskrit term. Essentially it's a set of exercises to help move energy throughout the body. Although there is some resemblance to "normal" Yoga asana, it's quite different too. Fairytales and Fitness I am definitely no expert in either Kriyas or Kundalini Yoga, which is the type of Yoga Kriyas are often associated with. … Continue reading I Started It: a 40 Day Kriya
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 . . .
Close Encounters . . .: 9/7 – 13 WRD
. . . The Cat Edition It was a busy week with going back and forth to a friend's house for four days to take care of her cats. Just in the mornings! She told me I was unlikely to see either of the cats -- will she or won't she? That's in the favorites! … Continue reading Close Encounters . . .: 9/7 – 13 WRD
Playing Cards for Running
Did you know that there are card decks for all sorts of topics? Yes, I have a few different card decks for Yoga. I have a couple for positive affirmations. Imagine my surprise, though, when I went looking for running card decks and came up empty. Fairytales and Fitness So I decided to just make … Continue reading Playing Cards for Running
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
Tackling all the Hills: 8/31 – 9/6 WRD
I'm not gonna lie: I am ready for some flat road! Only problem is my neighborhood (and the surrounding area) has very little flat. The places I visited this week had very little flat, too. These legs got a workout this week, which is good, because I didn't manage to squeeze in much strength training. … Continue reading Tackling all the Hills: 8/31 – 9/6 WRD
Best Swag of 2020!: Tea/coffee Date September 2020
Pull up a chair and mug with Coco and Deborah and me and a bunch of bloggers for the ultimate coffee tea date: My mug was way overdue for an update! If we were enjoying tea/coffee . . . I would share with you again the cool mug I earned by four hot, sweaty, buggy trail runs in … Continue reading Best Swag of 2020!: Tea/coffee Date September 2020
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
Heading into Fall: 8/24 – 30 WRD
Fall seems to be moving in. I'm mostly okay with that. A little wistful, of course, I'll miss my skirts and the long days. In fact, as I was folding up and putting away a few of my Summer skirts today, I couldn't help but wonder if that will be the last time I wear … Continue reading Heading into Fall: 8/24 – 30 WRD
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