A new adopter of trail running and why I’m OBSESSED! There’s times we hit a plateau in our running journey and this is definitely a great way to spice things up and reignite your spirit. Here are 7 awesome benefits of trail running: Exercise for the MIND & BODY! It keeps your mind engaged andContinue reading “7 Benefits of Trail Running”
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Our Days Are Numbered
The point of the story is you don’t know how long you’ll be here on Earth. Don’t waste the days you have on a mediocre life! Don’t someday your dreams! Each day is a non-refundable day! Les Brown Doesn’t this set your heart on fire to go after all the things you want in life?Continue reading “Our Days Are Numbered”
Practice Makes Progress
Practice makes perfect progress. No one is perfect and there is no perfect destination. There will be highs and lows as you march towards a goal. There will be continuous progress as you move along but don’t expect things to come out perfect. Remember, practice makes progress. When I was training for my first halfContinue reading “Practice Makes Progress”
10 Productive Things to Do Instead of Watching TV!
There’s a new routine I’ve adapted that’s my version of a TV timeout. Stay with me… Do you experience weeks where you have so much to do and feel like minimal progress is being made? When I’m on overdrive with my work or personal life, I crave curling up with a blanket and diving headContinue reading “10 Productive Things to Do Instead of Watching TV!”
Follow the Signs
Who is guilty of falling in love with the perfect wall art that catches your eye in the home decor section of Target or a local department store? I’m that gal! I thoroughly enjoy looking through the quotes in particular! If there’s one that really speaks to me, I’ll buy it to serve as aContinue reading “Follow the Signs”
Take a leap of faith & leave your doubt behind!
A pattern I’m realizing about highly successful people is their ability to take chances and step outside of their comfort zone. They all seem to have a compelling and moving story about taking a giant leap of faith. They understood that greater things were ahead but they had to be willing to get uncomfortable inContinue reading “Take a leap of faith & leave your doubt behind!”
Chase the Joy, not the Time
This post was inspired by the wonderful words of runner Molly Seidel. “Our sport is all about metrics. What’s your time? What’s your pace? How far did you go? How many people did you beat? Did you win? It could be easy to get so caught up in the parameters of our races that weContinue reading “Chase the Joy, not the Time”
Reclaim your Momentum
Do you feel like you are stagnant or backtracking? During training seasons, we experience a remarkable transformation of witnessing our mind and body grow over time. After my half marathon, I kept up long runs on weekends until life “got busy.” I’ve noticed my pace has slowed down considerably and long distance is very challenging.Continue reading “Reclaim your Momentum”
Together, Wherever!
The incredible thing about running is the immediate bond you feel with fellow runners. It’s a mutual understanding, an appreciation of the common drive we share. I love passing someone on a path and having that silent hello moment. Whether it be a wave, nod or smile – it’s a way to encourage each otherContinue reading “Together, Wherever!”
Be Your Own Cheerleader
Running takes commitment and determination, from you and no one else! In running, there’s rarely people holding you accountable to show up. Will you give it your best during months of training – even on those days you don’t feel like it? Will you promise to be consistent? It’s actually liberating when your success andContinue reading “Be Your Own Cheerleader”
Running to the Stars 