Running, yoga, strength training and stretching can feel like a full time job. Adding on a few standing core exercises post run is a time efficient solution for the busy runner. After all, a strong core is good for every body. I'm sharing a 4 of my favorite standing core exercises for runners. 4 Standing Core Exercises for Runners When most people thing of core exercises, they think planks and traditional crunches. While those are both great exercises, they are not the only core … [Read more...]
September Runfessions This one is a doozy
Wow this month has felt so long! It's that time again. Time for the September Runfessions with Marcia where we bare all about running and fitness. So let's get right to it. I have a lot to Runfess. September Runfessions I Runfess... Here it goes-I honestly hated pretty much every run I ran this July and August. The heat and humidity really hit me so hard this year. I felt so defeated for months both physically and mentally. I got so discouraged having to take so many walk breaks. I was … [Read more...]
The Power And Beauty Of MRTT Welcome Runs
I have gushed over my MRTT running group many times over the years. Please indulge me again as I talk about the power and beauty of our MRTT Welcome Runs. Let me explain why I think they are so beneficial and maybe why you should join or host one yourself. Our MRTT group now has over 600 members and we are growing each week. We have noticed over the years that many new members are hesitant to come out to group runs. What was keeping them from joining and how could we change that? We had … [Read more...]
Stand Up Paddle Board Triathlon Race Recap
Last Sunday, I participated in a unique and perhaps, first of its kind triathlon. This threesome included a 5K run, a 7 mile spin bike ride and a 1 mile Stand Up Paddle (SUP) leg. I was immediately drawn to this as an opportunity to "tri" something new. Over the years, I have completed a number of traditional tri races and jumped at the new challenge. Stand Up Paddle Board Triathlon Race Day Recap This inaugural SUP triathlon was held in Reston, Virginia as a fund raiser for Core … [Read more...]
Fast Friday- Brittany Runs a Marathon Movie Review
Earlier this week, the run squad and I met up for a matinee showing of Brittany Runs A Marathon. I mean, how could we not go check out this female lead running movie? Without giving away too much of the movie, I will share a quick Fast Friday review. Brittany Runs A Marathon We first meet Brittany (Jillian Bell) as a self deprecating, funny and over weight millennial living in New York City. Kind of a "hot mess" of a woman. She kind of reminds me of a young Amy Schumer character. Based on … [Read more...]
Step Into A September Reset
I am not a New Year's Resolution girl. The holiday season is so hectic and exhausting. To me, January just does not feel like the right time to make changes. However, after the carefree and relaxed days of summer, fall feels like the perfect time to Step into a September Reset. This post is sponsored by adidas. All opinions and ideas are my own. Step Into A September Reset Kids are back in school, schedules are a little more regular, and the temps are starting to drop. As … [Read more...]
How A One Mile Treadmill Run Can Improve Your Running
Excerpts from this post first appeared on Women's Running. This is an encore post that I recently updated. Yup, you read that right! A one mile treadmill run can improve your running without the wear and tear of the road. I typically run outside 3 days per week and do strength training or cross training on the alternate days. For the past few months, I’ve been religiously running one mile on my treadmill on my non-running days. My one mile treadmill run has become an integral part of my … [Read more...]
August Runfessions Time To Go Summer
It's the last Friday of the month so that means one thing. It's time for the August Runfessions with Marcia. It's time to go summer! A monthly post to bear all things running or anything else we need to get off of our chests. Let's get right to it shall we? August Runfessions Time To Go Summer I Runfess...I have probably run the fewest miles this summer of any that I can remember and I am okay with that. I complained about the heat and humidity enough so that you all know that already. … [Read more...]
Mix Up Summer Running with Bike Run Bricks
No doubt about it-summer running is challenging to say the least. For many, it's a time to have a more relaxed training schedule before diving into fall racing season. A great way to mix up summer running is to add some "fun" bike run bricks. Even if you are not training for triathlons, run bike combo are fabulous training opportunities. Mix up your summer running with bike run bricks [Tweet "Ready to give this Brick workout a #Tri ? #SummerRunning #BikeRunFun"] What is a "brick" … [Read more...]
How I Trick My Family Into Exercising With Me
When my kids were little, we did all the things from bike rides to games of "horse" to local 5K races. Now that both of my kids are young adults, my early morning athletic requests do not get much enthusiasm. What's a mom to do? Well, I take my opportunities when I can and trick my family into exercising with me. How do I do that? How I trick my family into exercising with me As I mentioned, our kids are now young adults with their own schedules and agendas. When we are all together on … [Read more...]
Hydration Habits of a Summer Runner
With summer heat and humidity in high gear, I have been hydrating like it's my job. I have been much more sensitive to the high temps this year and have been making a concerted effort to stay hydrated. My run squad and I have even adopted some creative strategies to aid us in our pursuits. This post contains affiliate links. Hydration Habits of a Summer Runner PS I admit that my hydration strategies are not the most environmentally friendly. However, you all know I keep it real. So here it … [Read more...]
Runfessions Where Did July Go?!
It's the last Friday of the month, so it's time to join in for Runfessions. Where did July go? Seriously this month kind of flew right by! I always think that I have nothing to Runfess but let's see.... Where did July Go? I Runfess...Every summer I ask myself, why I am running in this heat and humidity? Every summer I go back and keep doing it. Has it always been this hard or has it gotten harder with age? I also Runfess that some days I really don't enjoy it. Just because you … [Read more...]
