Hello friends! So, am I the only one who loves strength training? I keep hearing complaints about it. I’m enjoying all the lifting I’ve been doing, however any cardio that isn’t running just doesn’t do it for me. I’m never too excited to jump on the elliptical or arc trainer, but show me some dumbbells … Continue reading »
Posted in January 2012 …
My Fitness Wish List
As of late, non-training Saturday mornings are reserved for scouring the internet to find random things I want. Very productive way to spend my time, I know. Thanks for noticing. So, without further ado, I would like to share with you my fitness wish list. Medals/Race Bib Display So simple. I usually put my favorite … Continue reading »
Dear Injury
Dear Injury, I’ll never forget the day we met. You snuck up on me during my favorite, strongest, speediest 18 mile run. You were just a little thing back then; generous enough to not bother me all that much. You came back a week later and totally destroyed my 20 mile run. I still resent … Continue reading »
Why Running Isn’t Bad For You
Today’s daily news email from Runner’s World discusses a topic I hear mentioned a lot. The subject: Does Running Cause ‘Irreparable Damage’? Anyone who runs has probably heard these sentiments from well-meaning friends countless times: “Running is bad for your knees” “Running is hard on your joints” “You won’t be able to walk when you’re … Continue reading »
Weekend Festivities
What a dreary New York City weekend. Dreary but fun-filled. I had such a lovely weekend, filled with friends, football, delicious food and tasty drinks (mainly guacamole and margaritas. The two main food groups). I 100% recommend Rosa Mexicano, by the way. We went to the one in Union Square and it was fabulous. It … Continue reading »
Free Weights vs. Machines
Okay, so I think I’m growing up. Today, I read this post by a gal in Colorado about a video that discusses how size 6 is considered “plus sized” in some segments of the fashion industry, and how baffling that is. Size 6?! I found myself completely surprised by my response to the video: “STRONG … Continue reading »
Running: Physiology vs.The Mind
What a lovely, sunny day in New York City today! I visited a college friend who now works at one of my favorite little stores… What better way to begin a season of (hopefully) injury-free running than with a new pair of Brooks Ghost shoes: I should be a shoe photographer, obviously. My friend had … Continue reading »
Active Recovery
I totally jinxed myself this week. I thought, “Wow, I haven’t been sick in so long! It must be because I’m not working every. single.day. for the first time in three years. Getting out of that job was the best thing ever! I’m so much more healthy and happy! Yay!” Getting out of my previous … Continue reading »
Am I making my injury worse, should I be a physical therapist, and other musings…
My good friend Dave Matthews once summed up exactly how I’m feeling right now. Okay, maybe I’m not friends with him, but I did see him and his band from backstage! Amazing! “Sometimes I can laugh, but at times it takes all of my strength to find enough reason to take the next step, … Continue reading »
Exercise Selection
I recently received an email about “Tongue Traps” . Is this really necessary? Do people really have that many issues with their running shoes that they need a tongue trap? Anyway. I digress… Last night was the first Official Weekly Family Dinner Night in my apartment. Basically this means that I cook for the boys … Continue reading »
