‘Fitness’ Archives
Sustenance for Walking »
Like humans across the globe, walking and hiking are by far two of my favorite pasttimes. I actually have a bit of a love affair with hiking, long distance walking and competitive walking. Along the way I have learned some very valuable lessons to make it more fun by properly fueling my body. I learned this the hard way (which seems to be [...]
The Couch Potato’s Guide to Triathlon Training »
I love watching and playing team sports of all kinds: volleyball, football, basketball, baseball. They all float my boat. I thrive on the camaraderie, the competition, and the general atmosphere that surrounds team sports. Individual sports like golf, running, or biking have never really been my thing. Sure, I’ll run on a treadmill when [...]
Running out of Miles »
I know something that will make you sweat. It will make you feel like you just might be dead already or at least lost somewhere in the Twilight Zone. It may make you vomit. It will require hundreds of hours of your life that you just “don’t have time for.” And it will likely be one of those things you look back on as “the best [...]
Let’s Walk »
The fall is a great time to take a walk. Here at the beach the intense humidity and 90 degree days are now past. A fresh breeze blows off the ocean and the temperature is typically in the mid 70’s during the day. This truly is one of my favorite times of the year to walk the beach. While you may not live near a beach, chances are [...]
Zumba into Your Skinny Jeans »
I had my second child five months ago, a boy. I love both of my children dearly, but I must say I don’t appreciate the extra pounds that come with pregnancy. I suppose I wouldn’t mind them so much if they came off easily, but unfortunately I’m not one of those women who are able to wear their “skinny” jeans days after [...]
