Confessions of a Mother Runner

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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...]

Takeaways from a CPR Certification Class

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As the head coach for my Girls On The Run team at our local elementary school, I am required to have a valid CPR Certification. Although the certification lasts for 2 years, it sure does seem to fly by.  Admittedly, I usually view this as an annoyance that I do not have time for. Both of my kids are leaving for college next week and this was the only week I could fit in my class. I had a little bit of a different takeaway from my CPR Certification Class this time. Takeaways from a CPR … [Read more...]

5 Minute Closet Trick To Organize All Your Workout Gear

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I just figured out the most life changing closet trick and could not wait to share it with you all. Do your workout clothes end up piled in a drawer so that you can never find what you are looking for? Do you end up wearing the same few pieces because they are easier to pull out to wear? Me too! I found the one thing that will change that forever. This 5 Minute Closet Trick will Organize All Your Workout Gear and save space too. 5 Minute Closet Trick To Organize All Of Your Workout … [Read more...]

Friday Five Currently…

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Ah Friday finally! Joining in with the Friday Five crew for a quick and fun post. At the end of this busy week, it's the perfect time for a "Currently" post. Currently.... Celebrating...Today is my son's High School graduation day. So incredibly proud of him and all he has accomplished in school and on the lacrosse field this season. Will be trying so hard not to cry too much today during the ceremony and our celebration. This picture is from the convocation Wednesday. Stay tuned for … [Read more...]

Appreciating The Little Things-Friday Faves

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I have sure had one of those weeks! You know what I mean, your schedule gets all bolluxed up which stresses you out. The phone notifications keep coming and they are hard to keep up with. I over committed myself to a few events and my husband has been away all week. Ahh that felt good to get off of my chest. Anyway, today I am appreciating the little things that make me smile. Appreciating the little things that make me smile Enjoying coffee outside on the deck On one of those where it … [Read more...]

CryoTherapy First Impressions

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You all know I am up for trying just about anything! So, when I was offered the chance to experience a CryoTherapy session this week, I jumped at the chance. I know CryoTherapy has become quite "cool" amongst professional athletes and I was curious to see what it was all about. I was offered a free session at AlphaCryo in exchange for a fair review. CryoTherapy First Impressions I tried CryoTherapy for the first time this week. I'm giving you a brief snapshot into the treatment as well as … [Read more...]

5 Ways To Stay Busy On Your Rest Day

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Am I the only that struggles with rest days? I get so antsy and yes I've been known to do "light workouts" on my rest days. Oops! I am fully aware that rest days are crucial to staying injury free and to achieving peak performance. So why are they so hard to do? I've got a few ideas for you on how to stay busy on your rest day. 5 Ways To Stay Busy On Your Rest Day Cook it up I love to meal prep and cook on my rest days. We runners are always thinking about food anyways so why not make it … [Read more...]

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

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There is always lots of talk about Spring Cleaning your house, your wardrobe or your diet 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!  Some of my other gym habits might need cleaning up a bit. (This is an update of a previously published post) 5 Pieces of Workout Gear that need some Spring … [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. There are so many Bodyweight exercises you can do right at the end of your run that don't need any equipment at all. Sharing a few of my favorite do anywhere moves with you today. (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 … [Read more...]

Why Runners Should Embrace Yoga

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I have been all over yoga the past few months trying everything from Vinyasa flow to Ashtnaga to hot yoga and more. I've also been increasing my running mileage steadily while training for the Cherry Blossom ten miler. Knock on some sort of wood because I am feeling stronger and healthier than I have in a long time. Coincidence? Maybe, maybe not. I have learned a few things on my mat lately about Why Runners Should Embrace Yoga. Why Runners Should Embrace Yoga The big stretch I'd like to … [Read more...]