Happy November! It's a busy month for me as we get ready for the Reggae Marathon half marathon. I'm excited about it BUT I'm also happy that it will be over. It's been a challenge since January going from running to walking this thing. I do want to say that I don't dislike running BUT I'm just not able to do it outdoors. I will keep trying and maybe one day run a 5k … [Read more...]
Sometimes You Just Have To Work Around It
Pretty decent week! Other than having some various issues with my left wrist and knees (I feel like I'm falling apart), I am getting through my workouts. Talked to my trainer Scott about some of the issues and he has been really great at working around them. I really want to kick it but I know I have to watch myself. I'm still keeping up with good cardio and want to do more … [Read more...]
Bender Ball Exercises & Giveaway
Have you ever heard of the Bender Ball? I had always been intrigued when I saw it on TV but never got around to purchasing it. Just recently I was offered the Bender Ball free to review here on the blog and I jumped at the chance to try it out. I love to have a variety of workout options at home and I thought Bender Ball exercises might be a good addition to my home … [Read more...]
Good But Not Great
Gotta think POSITIVE! Thanks Bob Marley<3 This week was good but not great. I am nursing some sort of injury to my left foot (maybe pulled tendon?) so needless to say we didn't walk Thurs. or Sat. I'm able to spin and do just fine with that but the minute I go to walk on my foot, oh the pain. Anyway, I'm hoping with some Advil and icing plus rest this week in … [Read more...]
Vegetarian Awareness Month
October is Vegetarian Awareness Month! I'm not sure if you recall but I gave up meat (minus fish) on my birthday April 1st this year. I can't believe it's been over 6 months that I haven't had meat. It's my understanding I'm considered a Pescatarian but I wanted to talk a bit about being a vegetarian and why I chose to eat this way. My number one reason was to eat … [Read more...]
