As a way to monitor my own progress and stay focused on my priorities, I periodically sit down and write out my goals. I do this for my reading list, homeschooling, fitness, and for life in general. I like to look at big-picture "someday" goals but I try to keep my focus to a year or less. My … [Read more...] about Fall fitness goals
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Life lately: September 2017
"By all these lovely tokens September days are here, With summer's best of weather And autumn's best of cheer." ~Helen Hunt Jackson The calendar says it's autumn, but we still have plenty of warm days ahead. I adore this time of year because midday feels like summer but the mornings are … [Read more...] about Life lately: September 2017
Total body interval workout
Because I can't realistically expect you all to come to my fitness classes (where's that dang Star Trek teleporter when you need it?) I'm going to start sharing workouts you can do at home. I'll vary things, as far as equipment needed, difficulty level, etc. -- and I'm open to requests! Today's … [Read more...] about Total body interval workout
How to run {safely} in HOT weather
Where we live, if I wait to run only when it's cool weather, I'll never get to run! That's just not an option for me. Treadmills are nifty inventions, but indoor running won't help you become acclimated to running in heat, so if you're training for a race or just want to enjoy the scenery, you'll … [Read more...] about How to run {safely} in HOT weather