Yea, you read that right. There was this one time (a week ago) that I ran a marathon. Like an actual marathon. I honestly still can't believe I did it and finished it! Of course, I didn't do this out of the blue- it was a planned event. I have done four half marathons in my running career and always wanted to do a full one, but time and all the training scared me. I had wanted to do one before I … [Read more...]
The Color Run Shine Tour 2015 {giveaway!}
Have you ran The Color Run yet? I have twice and it is SUCH an awesome time. Not only are you getting some fitness in, it's such a fun event to run with a group of friends or your family. It's kid-friendly as well and is a great way to introduce running a color race with them! (see my 5 top mom tips for running with them here) If you are a veteran runner or a newbie, this is THE year to run The … [Read more...]
Ten Tips for Training for a Marathon
OY! Well if you have decided to take the leap and train for a marathon, then we can have lots to talk about! I have ran 4 half marathons over my running career and have always wanted to run one full one before I turned 35. Well, guess who's 34?! My husband and I decided to take the leap and train for a full and will be racing mid-January at the Rock and Roll marathon in Phoenix. We are about 3 … [Read more...]
Earth-friendly Workout Clothes from PrAna + a Discount
If you have a fitness and earth conscious lover on your shopping list this holiday season, I have found the perfect line of clothes for them! PrAna is a leading maker of women and men's outdoor and fitness clothes that are not only well designed but are made from environmentally sustainable materials. PrAna prides themselves for creating fashionable clothing that creates a minimal footprint in our … [Read more...]
5 Unique Uses for Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is all the rage now. It's toted as being a new "superfood" and has a unique combination of fatty acids that can have positive effects on your health. If you google coconut oil, all sorts of health benefits come up. Research has shown that it can help keep you healthier and stave off sickness, it can help give you more energy and possibly help you burn more fat (yes please!), … [Read more...]
