Most of us have a whole other self that is more of a fantasy self than a reality. Walking that line is a delicate balance really. On one hand we hold onto a lot of stuff that is for that fantasy person but on the other hand we don't do things we want to because... Continue Reading →
8 times I shocked someone by being strong
Alright this isn’t serious but then it kinda is. I’m not someone you look at and think ‘wow I bet you she’s really strong’ quite the opposite really. For a long, long time I sort of lived up to that stereotype too. There’s no getting around the fact that I’m tall and skinny, lanky, wiry... Continue Reading →
10 Things runners should do every spring
SPRING, summer and FALL are the seasons made for running and outdoor training in general. As such we’re all coming up on our busiest running months of the year. Yeah!!! At least hopefully we are! It’s a good idea no matter what your plans are to prepare in advance both so that you will be... Continue Reading →
Weekend Motivation 183
I live somewhere where there is most definitely seasons. Some (summer) are my favorite and others are less so. I find that my interests and life have changed over the last few years so that now really do spend my time differently as the seasons tick on. One big thing is becoming a year round... Continue Reading →
Self aware self care: You’re living a life that works for you
If there was a subtitle for this it could be ‘and that is totally okay!’ I feel like we’re living in a time where there is more pressure to do things in exactly one way. Maybe it’s always been that way the pressure just came from different places. But right now there are so many... Continue Reading →
Non Standard Fitness gear I use as a triathlete
Full disclaimer that title isn’t exactly true, I’m an occasional triathlete at best. But it really does accurately convey the message of the day. I think we all have some weird fitness hacks that either solve a problem save us money or both so I decided to share mine. This is also proof that not... Continue Reading →
Weekend Motivation 182
You know what's really boring... planning things out, writing them down and making schedules and spreadsheets. Budgets, label makers and grocery lists aren't much fun either. All those boring things take time and energy and I too make fun of people who own label makers. What's wrong with paper a marker and tape? The last... Continue Reading →
Everything you need to know about beach running
I challenge you to run past a beach without taking a turn and actually running on the sand. I live in an area with 10 separate beaches and 8 of them are on routes I regularly run. Most of them are very small but a couple are getting on to half a km or more.... Continue Reading →
Why it’s not (usually) enough to just work physically
There seems to be two types of workers in the world those that sit for their jobs and everyone else. Almost all of the jobs I’ve done are more physical than office work. I’ve worked in a lab and taught which is pretty much just standing. But I’ve also worked as a waitress, lifeguard, hotel... Continue Reading →
Weekend Motivation 181
Are you a risk taker? I'm not at least I wasn't, I don't think. One thing is for certain if I'm going to take a risk I'll be over thinking it for a good long time first. Now there is nothing wrong with being either way, a risk taker or risk adverse. Looking back the... Continue Reading →