All tagged health and wellness

Lace Up and Let's Run: Why Everyone Should Embrace the Race

Now, I know what you're thinking – running? Isn't that just a fancy way to torture yourself, step by step? Well, you're not entirely off base, but hear me out! Sure, there are moments during a run when you question your life choices – like that time you thought spicy tacos were a good pre-jog meal. But fear not! For every uphill struggle, there's a downhill breeze just waiting to make you feel like you're soaring. It's all about balance, you know? While running isn't always a breeze (pun intended), the perks outweigh the occasional blisters or muscle aches. Trust me, been there, done that, got the sweaty T-shirt to prove it. So, why should you start pounding the pavement, you ask? Well, let me count the ways…(click on title to read more)

Marathon Madness: A Tale of 26.2 Miles and a Whole Lot of Grit

Get ready for a rollercoaster ride through the ups and downs of marathon madness. Picture this: It's race day, and there I am, standing at the starting line, nerves buzzing with excitement and anticipation, gearing up to tackle 26.2 miles of pure adventure, joy, pain, and maybe a few tears (in that exact order). Little did I know, I was about to dive into a journey that would push me beyond my limits. Oh, the thrills that awaited! As the miles stretched out before me, each…(click on title to read more)

Taking it Slow: The Chill Guide to Sustainable Change

Imagine this: You're on a mission to revamp your life. You dive in headfirst, fueled by caffeine and Pinterest inspiration boards, ready to conquer the world. But then reality hits. You hit a roadblock, lose steam, and before you know it, you're back to binge-watching Netflix with a tub of ice cream.

Sound familiar? Been there, done that, got the T-shirt. But fear not, my friend, because slow change is here to save the day!

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How to Plan Your Day

Are you planning your day with care and knowing when to be still? Life essentials like sleep and movement need to be scheduled. Look at your calendar and ask if there's any unnecessary stress built into it? Do you barely have time left to breath or relax? Studies show sleep habits may have long-term benefits and add years to your life. Understand when to move and when to be still.

How to Start Running and Achieve Your Own Personal Goals

Running is like drinking beer (or any kind of alcohol). For some people, it’s an acquired taste. There was a time in my life when I hated running with a passion, when running half a mile was torturous and I told myself I’d rather die. And when I gained 35 pounds and read that the quickest way to lose weight was to pick up jogging...I gave it a go (and still hated it initially). But that's the shorter version of the story. The fact that I gained weight wasn’t the real issue. Sure, I wasn’t happy that I didn’t look like I did in high school anymore. But the weight was just surface level problem. The REAL issue was…