I’m changing up my workout review post day. I usually consider a week like a calendar week, Sunday-Saturday. However, I’ve always considered running training weeks Monday-Sunday because my weekend run is not set in stone. Some weekends, Saturday works out better, others have a Sunday long run. With marathon training starting, I have my training …
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Today was supposed to be a rest day but it turned into a CrossFit AND running day. I think my groove is back. And that is why I’m collapsing on the back porch wishing I had a tall glass of tea, but drinking water like a boss. So what have I been doing lately? Planning! …
It feels like a long time since I’ve had anything “normal” since school let out in June. But today was as normal as it gets for a teacher on summer break! I got up, ran a few miles before the heat zapped all will to live, went shopping for school supplies, finally bought food for …
Summer in Alabama! Woohoo! Not really. Here is the workout. It was great. I stink at wall balls. Especially when my hands sweat and I’m too tired to go find the chalk bucket. Me and the bucket are like peas n’ carrots. I’m never too far away from the chalk bucket when I’m lifting a …
This week was all about doing what I could, when I could. We’ve had some sad news in the family and we also had some holiday celebrations here and there. I didn’t feel like working out at all but I managed a few things. CrossFit Workout 1 For Time 6 power cleans 6 jerks 400m …
I’ve been back home for about 3 days and let’s just say, I’m feeling ridiculous for complaining about snow in Utah. I would love to be sitting by the campfire in 3 inches of snow right about now. I’m not ready for this humidity, but just like every year, I’ll complain for a day or …
With summer quickly approaching, many runners are taking all their workouts to the roads and trails in the heat. For most runners, staying hydrated is pretty easy. As we get thirsty, we drink. However, there are several misconceptions about staying hydrated during the intense heat and humidity. Staying well hydrated is more important than …
I know this is my regular cross-training/Cross-Fit feature, but this is something that has greatly affected my attendance and performance with cross-training. Sleep. I’m not the only one who is struggling so I chose this topic for mylatest post for US News Health. How can we improve our sleeping patterns? 1. Keep the bedroom …
This. I woke up at 5 am. After sleeping 12 hours. I was absolute toast last night. End of the school year is a strange creature. Since I was up so early, but not quite early enough to catch my CrossFit class, I dusted off an older WOD from January and did it at home. …
I’m up early because I’m way too excited about things going on lately. I had a great weekend overall and I have one more full week of teaching left before a CRAZY summer. What’s on my mind this morning? 1. Running. I had half a race this weekend. Thanks to a severe gluten reaction, I …
CrossFit Workout 1 For Time 1000m row 50 burpees 400m run Workout 2 3 Rounds For Time 50 Air Squats 50 Sit-ups 800m Run Workout 3 AMRAP in 15 minutes 12 Deadlift 7 Hang Clean 5 Shoulder 2 OH Running Workout 1~3 miles Workout 2~6 miles Workout 3~4 miles
With spring in full swing and market season coming back to full operation, I’m looking forward to some great meals this next week. I’ll hit the Pepper Place market for the first time this year and I know from experience that it will be a great day there. I’m looking for anything local and anything …
What is it about the marathon that draws so many people to attempt to cross that finish line? Why is the 26.2 THE finish line and not the 6.2? What possessed me to go for the big one? And why am I not only training but PAYING to do it again? So what are some …
This past weekend, the Ainsley’s Angels Race Series had its first race in Raymond, MS with the Ainsley’s Angels of Mississippi. The Cannonball Run 5K was an outstanding success with over 200 in attendance and many more participating in the Virtual race option. These races will always be open to assisted athletes in jogging chairs. …
The following post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of Verizon Wireless In my years of smartphone use, I have been a dedicated user of several platforms before I settled on the iThings due mostly to the app selection and family sharing. The one drawback is the camera. I have never been impressed …
This was as close to a “rest week” as it gets for me. 1 workout of XF and 1 workout with running. CrossFit Workout 1 AMRAP in 20 minutes 5 burpees 7 sit ups 10 air squats Running Workout 1 5 miles, slow and steady.
Did y’all know that MAY is finally here? That’s a very special month for me. It includes some memorable moments throughout the years. Many tears shed during May. Many bottles of headache medicine are used. It is filled with ice cream, awards days, play days, water days, superslide days, and that final day in May …
The following post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of Reebok Nobody can call themselves a “real” runner unless they meet the following criteria: Must run fast. Must run long. Must not walk during a training run or race. Ever. Must wear special running clothes. Must not listen to music. Must not wear …
I am in a post-illness slump lately. I think its more of a “too much too soon” thing. I totally skipped the half-marathon because the pneumonia came right back with a vengeance and by Saturday, I had NO voice left. I did run in our local 5K with Ainsley’s Angels and it was a fantastic …
Originally published for US News Eat+Run Not long ago, the only electronic gadget worn by runners was a watch. If someone was a gadget geek, they might have the Timex with a lap feature to keep up with mile times for a training run. Today, wearable fitness technology is growing exponentially. With the advancement …