Scheduled, pre-planned expectations of workouts. Training plans. Training to improve. To increase strength. To increase speed. To be more successful. Working out for me is so much easier when I'm following some sort of training plan. It's totally that Type-A thing coming out in me again, but I seriously love crossing days off … Continue reading The Ultimate Training Plan
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Technology and Toilet Paper
We interrupt the faith and fitness-focused posts to explore a little "everyday" item - technology. I chuckle when I remember I have a Master's Degree in Education with a Specialization in Integrating Technology in the Classroom. (I know, could that be any wordier? That's really how it's written. Minus the italics of course). You'd think … Continue reading Technology and Toilet Paper
Feet First & Rescue Mission 5K
5Ks around the country are a dime a dozen. All 3.1 miles. Many for great causes. You can get a little exercise --- and feel good knowing part of your race fee helps people affected by, well, practically any known condition. But, here in Winston-Salem, NC, we have a truly special treat in Fleet … Continue reading Feet First & Rescue Mission 5K
5 Minutes of Running
In a previous post, I suggested 30 minutes. 30 minutes a day to exercise. Does that still seem like too long? Would you start with just 5 minutes? 5 Minute Benefits Just last week, a new study was published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology with some pretty interesting finds related to … Continue reading 5 Minutes of Running
ZuQuinoa Boats
So I said on my home page there would be no fancy photos of well-plated health foods --- and I feel like I am still sticking to that statement. A) I don't know how to take fancy photos. As long as the subject is within the square of my phone screen, I take it. (But if anyone … Continue reading ZuQuinoa Boats
When Does Doing Something ” Like a Girl ” Become Insulting?
I'm sure we've all heard it. Maybe we've even said it ourselves. "That kid runs like a girl." "Stop throwing like a girl." Have we ever even stopped to consider exactly what that means? Or sounds like? Especially to a young child. Growing up, I never realized how much of a tomboy I … Continue reading When Does Doing Something ” Like a Girl ” Become Insulting?
23 1/2 Hours
Time. Oh, if only I had more time... I know I'm asking a lot here. Not 23 1/2 hours, mind you. But the video is nearly 10 minutes long. However, I think the message is well worth it. (If only to just be in awe of the man's quick marker-sketch abilities - amazing!) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUaInS6HIGo … Continue reading 23 1/2 Hours
Five Minute Friday: FINISH
Oh, the irony. The first Five Minute Friday I participate in is focused on finishing. Hmmm… Perhaps it's a sign? I don't really think so, but I'm trying to keep my eyes and heart open to everything on this journey. A journey where I really don't know what I'm doing. A journey where I'm … Continue reading Five Minute Friday: FINISH
“…Make Your Body Feel Real Good “
Anybody still singing Sid the Science Kid? My apologies... But I do want to finish up with some thoughts on the chorus line "make your body feel real good." Most people know that exercise makes your body feel good. But how? And why? Just a quick little science lesson. The pituitary gland, located at the … Continue reading “…Make Your Body Feel Real Good “
“Work Your Body, Everybody, Work Your Body Like You Should”
In my house, Sid the Science Kid pretty much rules. What he says goes, and he says: “Work your body, everybody. Work your body like you should. Work your body, everybody. Make your body feel real good.” (You'll either love or hate the video - but the tune sure is catchy. 🙂 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHVWF_P1CS0 … Continue reading “Work Your Body, Everybody, Work Your Body Like You Should”
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