A round up of my top five running essentials. Everything I need before I head out the door to put in some miles. This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com on behalf of Breathe Right®. People say all you need to go for a run is your legs. While that may be true, I like to […]
Fitness
A Runner’s Body Doesn’t Exist
A discussion on whether or not certain body types lend themselves to excelling at sport. Perhaps any body can be a runner’s (or lifter’s or swimmer’s or dancer’s) body with a little hard work and determination. “Do you run?” “You look like a runner.” “You must be pretty fast…I bet you run.” I used to […]
The Importance of Sweat
Sweat. It’s not just a sign of a good workout! Sweat is so important for our body’s daily functioning and for overall health. Read this post to find out more about the benefits of sweating regularly! One the things I love about power yoga is how every class is different. Sure there is a basic […]
24 AMAZING At-Home Workouts
The ULTIMATE round up of at-home workouts! A mixture of bodyweight workouts and ones that require minimal equipment. At home workouts can be an absolute LIFE SAVER! Daily movement is a MUST for me in terms of my sanity and stress management…and I know many of you out there feel the same way. If I […]
Active Living vs. Exercise: Which is Better for Long-Term Health?
Active living versus scheduled, routine exercise…which is optimal for longterm health and happiness? A discussion on whether you should strive for movement throughout the day or just stick with a scheduled workout. Most Americans (and westernized cultures, in general) are sedentary. We work desk jobs. We have long commutes. We take the elevators and escalators […]
7 Ways to “Explore Your Own Backyard”
A simple guide to staying active and on the move while exploring your own hometown! This post is sponsored by adidas, however, all thoughts and opinions are my own. Whether it’s winter or summer, whether the hot is warm or cold, people LOVE going on vacation. Not only is it awesome to experience new places […]
Ode to Athletes of the Past
Athletes and fitness enthusiasts are more than what they post on social media. Look beyond the pictures, tweets, and posts, back to a time when exercise and sports were done for pure passion as opposed to praise and constant validation! It’s funny how tweets can influence a blog post idea! I can’t tell you how […]