I want you to know a few things. First, what you’re feeling is completely normal. Everyone has to start somewhere. Think about the first time you got on a bike. You couldn’t balance, you felt awkward and probably thought you’d never … Continue reading
Tag Archives: Cross Training
Five Signs You Might Need a Break from Running
We runners could talk, tweet, chat, and blog about running every day all day in addition to #runningalltheraces. Sometimes though we have a hard time listening to our inner athlete about when enough is enough or too much is too … Continue reading
Reclaim Your Running Mojo!
As runners, there are times when, well, we just don’t feel like running. If you feel like you’ve lost your mojo, here are 5 ways to get it back. 1. Variation: Like anything else, if you do the same thing over … Continue reading
Strong to the Core!
Most of us think of the core is strictly muscles in your abdomen, or your six-pack. However, the core refers to muscles in your torso that help you maintain your posture, whether you are running, standing, or sitting. The core … Continue reading
Your Weight Does not Define Your Self Worth
One morning when I was lifting weights at the gym, a guy I’ve seen there everyday for two years approached me, introduced himself to me and told me how good, lean and fit I look. Let’s Call him “Soccer Man.” A few … Continue reading
Whew! That was a Close One. Dodge the Injury Bullet
There’s no denying the difference that Crossfit training has made in my running. I credit all of that to the change in my training, which is lower mileage and more strength training/interval training. In fact, Becky herself is working on a … Continue reading