Happy almost TGIF! I don't know about you, but this week has been super busy, stressful, and overwhelming for me. I am definitely ready for a new one. Some positive news is that I am ahead on my monthly mileage! Secretly, (not anymore) I want to attempt to run 1,000...
March Madness Challenge
*Registration for this challenge is now closed. Check "Training Programs" for the next one!* I had so much fun training a hard working group of women during the Mile A Day Melt Away during January and February, that I want to do it again! How can I not when results...
7 Ways to Bounce Back After Over Doing It
My apologies for being a bit MIA in the blog world the past week. Thank you notes took over my life, but thankfully they are all done! It's a huge weight off my shoulders. Phew! If you were rooting for the Broncos, I don't need to tell you what a disappointment Sunday...
Orange Theory Fitness
This morning, I dragged Rob over to an Orange Theory Fitness class. They were offering a free trial class, and I wanted to see what it was all about. Holy moly! I thought I was in decent shape, but Orange Theory basically handed me my butt on a platter. The trainer,...
Fitbit Wannabe
My assistant principal and one of the math teachers both received a Fitbit over the holidays. I was in awe when they were showing me all the fun things it tracks today. Since I wanted to jump on the wagon, but can't commit to a Fitbit at the moment, I pulled out my...
Mile A Day Melt Away Training Program
With the new year fast approaching, many of us take it as an opportunity to make resolutions. Whether you consider it a resolution, challenge, or goal, the first of the year is a good time to start, re-begin, and renew. If one of the resolutions you've been mulling...
NASM Study Tips
Now that I have officially passed my NASM Certified Personal Trainer test, I want to answer a few questions I have received over the last few weeks about studying and the test itself. How did you go about studying for the test? Before I answer this, you need to know...
I Passed!!
I passed my NASM test!!!! Apologies for being a little MIA in the blog world this week, but it was crunch time and all my after work hours were spent reviewing. This morning started early with a few hours of last minute cramming. Then a cold drive to the testing...
6 Reasons Why Treadmill Running is Like a Road Trip
Saturday morning started with a 7 mile treadmill run. Since I am not used to the cold and snow, the idea of a distance run in the 25 degree weather was just not one I wanted to entertain. While I was hammering out the miles (though not nearly as many as someone I...
Break it Up Interval Workout
Thank goodness for today! I am feeling so much better than I was on Sunday. My first observation out of three went very well. Just keeping my fingers crossed that the other two are the same in the next few weeks. A solid few hours of NASM studying was accomplished....
A Busy Saturday
Today started with a hike. Rob and I had originally planned to walk about 3 miles in a new-to-us park, Green Mountain, but we ended up lost and stuck on a trail that had no turn offs. We ended up semi-bush whacking to cut down our distance. 7.33 miles and 3 hours...
Boredom Buster Full Body Workout
Happy New York City Marathon Day! With last year's race being canceled due to hurricane Sandy, and all the heartbreak surrounding Boston, today's race feels extremely special. I am currently live streaming the race. The elite racers are so impressive! Today is also...