Confessions of a Mother Runner

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Spring Cleaning Your Workout Gear-There’s More In Your Gym Bag Than You Think

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  There is lots of talk about Spring Cleaning your house, your wardrobe or your nutrition but have you ever thought about Spring Cleaning Your Workout Gear? I mean actually cleaning it? I am one of those people who always wipes down gym machines before I get on them and I open the bathroom door with a paper towel. Yup, I  am that girl!  However, some of my other gym habits might need cleaning up a bit. This is for both of us. (This is an update of a previously published … [Read more...]

Fit Friday – Addaday Pro massager review

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  You may have read my post the other day about some of my current bad running habits. One of them, is not stretching enough or doing enough injury prevention. When I was recently offered the chance to test out the Addaday Pro massager, I knew it was perfect timing to give my running habits a second look. I received the Addaday Pro Massager as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race … [Read more...]

Loving Lately January

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It's been a while since I've done a loving lately post. While there is a lot not to like about January, I am finding there are also many things to love about January. Here are a few things I am loving lately this January. Loving Lately January Winter Running I am loving winter running! Yes it's cold and lately snowy but I am finding January running just invigorating. While I really have had trouble in the summer heat the last few years, the winter temps seem to really suit me. I find it … [Read more...]

5 Whole Grains You Are Not Eating But Should Be

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Healthy eating does not have to be bland and boring! Like many, perhaps you have made the switch from white rice to brown rice and that's a great first step. There are literally aisles and shelves of whole grains that you may never have heard of or tried (yet). Many have way more nutritional value than your brown rice. Here's my list of 5 Whole Grains you are not eating but should be. 5 Whole Grains you are not eating but should be Sorghum "Sorghum, an ancient cereal grain that's a staple … [Read more...]

Add These Bodyweight Exercises At The End of Your Run

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So, think you are too busy to strength train and run? No time for the gym? No problem. In just a few minutes, you can add these  Bodyweight exercises to the end of your run.  No equipment needed.  (This post is an excerpt from an article first published in Women's Running) Body Weight Exercises to add onto your run Pick one or two to do after each run before you stretch.  10-15 reps of each. Dips Target: Triceps Fit Tip: Keeping shoulders relaxed and down, bend elbows backwards. Try … [Read more...]

Give Good Vibes with Aftershokz

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I am kind of late to the game with the trendy, must have Aftershokz headphones. When I was offered a pair of Aftershokz Trekz Air as part of their #GiveGoodVibes campaign, I jumped at the chance to participate. After all, my favorite part of the holiday season is shopping for and giving out gifts that make other people smile. I was provided 2 pairs of Aftershokz headphones in exchange for an honest review as part of my BibRave Pro ambassadorship. All opinions are my own. These innovative … [Read more...]

A few of my favorite things- Gift guide for Fitness Fanatics

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Are you still rushing around trying to get all of those last minute gifts bought, wrapped and ready to go? Or is that just me? Recently, I came across Oprah's Favorite things list. She describes curating her list with things she loves to give as well as things she loves to use. I've modeled my favorite things gift guide for fitness fanatics the same way. A few of my favorite things-gift guide for fitness fanatics Running accessories I've decided fun winter running hats are my new … [Read more...]

5 Things To Love About A Weekend In NYC

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Living in the DC area, we are certainly situated nicely to visit so many other cities on the eastern seaboard. Last weekend, the hubs and I took a quick weekend trip to NYC. It had been a while since I had visited and I forgot how much there was to love during our weekend in NYC. 5 Things to love about a Weekend in NYC Walking One of the best thing about visiting NYC is that you can walk almost everywhere and anywhere. I logged about 5 miles of walking each day. Living in the suburbs, … [Read more...]

October Runfessions

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This past month totally flew by for me! I cannot believe it's time for the October Runfessions already but here we go let's do this. I've got a few things to Runfess this month. October Runfessions I Runfess... I could not be more excited for our Ragnar Napa Valley race next weekend. This same race was cancelled last year due to the fires in the wine country area. So, technically we have been planning this epic weekend for over a year. Flights are booked, bags are packed, running shoes on … [Read more...]

September Runfessions – A monthly tell all

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Wow is it really time for another Runfessions? This monthly tell all link up is a fun way to get all things running and fitness off our chests. I've got lots to spill today so let's get right to this September Runfessions. September Runfessions I Runfess... This was the first week of the fall session for my Girls on The Run Team and my 10th season coaching at our elementary school. I love the start of each new session and the excitement of working with new group of preteens. Watching them … [Read more...]

The easiest and most efficient way to clean a yoga mat

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If you are a regular reader around here, you may have noticed I've been on a little yoga streak of late.  As I was lying in Savasana last week, I could not help but think about how much dirt and germs there must be on my mat. Yup not so namaste.  Not to worry though, I found the easiest and most efficient way to clean a yoga mat and I had to share it with you. Easiest and most efficient way to clean a yoga mat So sure, I wipe my mat down with a wipe after class and sometimes I even give it … [Read more...]

5 Tips To Care For The Sweatiest Workout Clothes

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I don't know about you, but I feel like I am just saturated with sweat after every single run and workout these days. The humidity is just killer and often leaves me and my favorite workout clothes soaking wet. How you care for the sweatiest of workout clothes can help to extend their life. Here are a 5 tips on how to help your clothes keep up with you. 5 Tips to care for the sweatiest of workout clothes Hang dry your clothes before adding them to your laundry basket. The combination of … [Read more...]