Since I finished the New York City Marathon, I changed up my workouts to focus on strength training in the running ‘off-season’. Could the timing be better for this new crosstraining shoe from Asics to show up at my doorstep? I think not. Meet the Asics Gel-Fit Sana. Typically the shoes I wear to the [Read More]
5 Ways to Stay Fit Over the Holidays
I was SO happy to finally see the scale move in the right direction and continue, even after the New York City Marathon. I felt like the 21 day detox jump started me and I peeled off 6 lbs. I’m 5’2″ so 6 lbs. is a decent start in my book. Then Thanksgiving came. No, [Read More]
Finding #BetterBalance with Phenoh 7.4
One of the most important aspects of endurance sports is hydration. Replacing the fluid and electrolytes we lose from exertion is key. If you remember, I kind of blew it at NYCM last month because I had no idea the extreme wind would be so dehydrating until it was too late. When I was given [Read More]
Test Lab Thursday
One of the fun parts of blogging (besides interacting with all of you) is trying out new products. Since I’ve got bunch to share, it’s high time for a Test Lab Thursday, don’t you think? First up: Manitoba Hemp Hearts: What on earth is a hemp heart, you ask? It’s what you get when you [Read More]
WIN Detergent Review & Giveaway
I am by far, no domestic goddess but I have a secret: I enjoy doing laundry. Especially washing workout clothes. Lots of sweaty workout stuff means I had a productive week. The Caveman generates an auspicious pile of dirty workout stuff as well. Add in the fact that both girls (Things 1 and 2) are [Read More]
Footcare for Runners & Giveaway
With many fall races on the horizon, there’s a whole lotta tired, beat up feet out there. I swear all I can think about post-run some days (besides food) is a good foot rub….sadly nobody around here ever volunteers…what’s up with that? Oh well there are other things to keep tired runner’s feet happy: Socks: [Read More]
September Stuff I Love
Skoop A Game: This is basically a bag packed with super power. A stands for Awesome in my opinion. Each 50-calorie scoop of Skoop contains super veggies, green grasses, superfruits, omega 3’s, probiotics, adaptogens and antioxidants. Being in the thick of marathon training, I’ll take all the nutrients I can get. I mix Skoop A [Read More]
PRO Compression Review and Giveaway
Now that we’re getting up in the nether regions of fall marathon training mileage, I’m paying extra special attention to recovery. When these baby blue numbers from PRO Compression showed up at my door, they were a sight for sore legs. After my 5k last weekend, I slipped them on and got on with the [Read More]
5 Ways to Add Fiber to Your Diet
With the kids back to school and schedules filling with activities, sometimes a healthy diet gets pushed to the back burner. Getting enough fiber can become a challenge. We all know fiber is an important part of a healthy diet: Lowers cholesterol levels Helps keep blood sugar in check Helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular [Read More]
AMRAP Bar Review and Giveaway
As a Sweatpink Ambassador, I had the opportunity to test some Amrap Bars. Another bar you say? Kids, these are some of the best. Amrap Bars are made from 100% raw, whole, unprocessed food. With so many of us training hard for fall goal races and challenges, clean, nutrient-dense food that contains an optimal balance of [Read More]
