I eased back into some CrossFit workouts this week. The lungs are finally recovering from this late spring pneumonia. I took it slow and easy, working on form. I pride myself on good form and refuse to sacrifice it for a better time. CrossFit Workout 1 AMRAP in 12 minutes Run 400m 10 double unders …
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It’s been one year since the terrorist bombing at the Boston Marathon. Like most tragic events, this deplorable act brought the running community together. There has always been a unspoken sense of solidarity with those of us who lace up shoes for our therapy, our release, our joy, our health, and our goals. But after …
With spring FINALLY making an appearance this year, I’m excited to share this fun challenge with everyone. It involves 2 things off my list of favorites: Pinterest and Lorna Jane. Fit Approach has teamed up with Lorna Jane to kickoff SPRING with a Pin It challenge. If you need some inspiration to get out of …
FINALLY!! I have a place for all my medals and racing bibs. This was an easy project. I bought “paintable” shutters from Home Depot. I had to ask for them because I didn’t know the paintable ones are already a smoky grey color. Make sure to get ones that are louvered. They have the space …
Spring break was very very busy! But I did get in some CrossFit and some running. Right now I’m just trying to maintain basic mileage and get in 3 XF workouts a week, either at the box or at home. I have a couple of races coming up soon, a 10k this weekend and a …
The following post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of Verizon Wireless. As a teacher, amateur photographer, health/food blogger, music fanatic, and avid fitness tech geek, I use my phone a LOT. With apps such as Pinterest, Foodgawker, Jawbone UP, UnderArmour 39, DailyMile, Polar Loop, and Pandora, I use a lot of data on …
The following post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of Verizon Wireless. Two things for today. I’ve been using both of these a lot lately and I’m very impressed with both. 1. Sol Republic Relay Headphones These are all about sound quality. I have used several different kinds of headphones for intense CrossFit workouts, …
Today was the first race of 2014! I laced up my shoes after a rough winter and got ready for the Tuscaloosa Half-Marathon. This was the second year for the race, first year for me. I was looking forward to this race for a few reasons. Here is one of them. I got to see …
Wow!! I know I shouldn’t be surprised, but I am blown away by the fast response to the Ainsley’s Angels campaign! By the end of the day yesterday, the MS chapter had reached their goal and they will receive an additional jogging stroller. I want to send a huge THANK YOU to everyone who made …
If you have NO time, but want to help get jogging strollers to kids and adults who need them, go to these 2 links right now and “Like” those pages. https://www.facebook.com/AAofMississippi https://www.facebook.com/AAofCentralAlabama Looking back on my past 8 years of running, there are a few major turning points that have vividly changed my perspective on …
Originally written and published for US News Eat+Run It’s been a few weeks since those shiny brand new resolutions were spoken or penned and now is a good time for reflection on your goals. One of the most popular resolutions every year is to get back into the local gym and start working on …
It seems like we just finished putting away our Christmas fruitcake, but the calendar reads February 14th is coming up fast! The stores are full of stuffed animals, candy, plastic roses, and jewelry of all kinds and budgets. If you have a runner in your life, you may want to branch out from the usual. …
Lately, I have been using my Under Armour performance monitor to assess my workout intensity. It uses my heart rate and workout duration to determine the intensity of my workout and it gives a Willpower score (scale 1-10) based on those parameters plus my age, weight, height. I have a detailed review of the Armour …
Whether you are a new runner or have been pounding the trails and pavement for years, at some point, we all feel the need to take our training to the next level. It may be boredom. It may feel like you’re stuck in a rut. It could be a change in seasons (hello spring!!) brings …
(also called Squat Thrusters) You often see this exercise in CrossFit workouts but the burpee has been around a long time and for very good reason. It is one of the most efficient all-body movements that build power, strength, and conditioning. Just doing a few of these will leave you struggling to maintain good form …
This time of year, the country is dealing with a massive Arctic blast of cold weather that has many runners heading to the gym for a treadmill. With wind chills plunging below 0 degrees, a treadmill sounds like a fantastic idea. I personally can’t stand a treadmill, but it is the best option during extreme …
For years, there have been 2 distinct groups in typical gyms across the nation. Those who lift plates and those who lift the pretty pink weights. And usually these two areas are strictly divided by men and women. You would have the occasional woman in the plate lifting area working on keeping her shotput scholarship. …
The following post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of Under Armour. I love new running gadgets, especially gadgets that give useful feedback and gadgets that have the potential to improve my motivation and performance. The last time I got this pumped about a running gadget, it was almost 5 years ago. What is …
This was a great running year! 4 Half marathons PR in road Half-Marathon CR at Twisted Ankle half-marathon 947 miles Qualified for Half-Fanatics I went through a few pairs of Sauconys this year. I plan to go through more in 2014. While I was thinking about upcoming race goals, I spent more time thinking about …
The following post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of Verizon Wireless When I got my very first iPhone after being a Blackberry user for years, I knew I was smart to wait. I had to wait for the iPhone to go live on the Verizon network because I refused to give up the …