When I started running last year, I was very aware of that fact I shouldn’t take the ability for granted. Yes, I was slow. Yes, my asthma makes it more of a challenge sometimes, but still — I can run. I’d already been active but running was the thing I connected with my Dad, and […]
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Goodbye, flip-flops
I’ve sworn off my formerly favorite footwear. For years I’ve worn flip-flops whenever I could get away with it because they are nearly like going barefoot and I think maybe my feet are claustrophobic. That, or it’s like my Granmama always said when she saw me barefoot: You can take the girl out of the […]
My fitness education (so far!)
My facebook status from April 25, 2009: “Today my dad planted a garden, worked out at the gym, and detailed his truck. Any ONE of those would have worn me out, but he’s 68! I am a giant wuss, and must start working out!!!” It’s been over a year now since I got serious about […]
6.2 Miles for Mercy, Island Style!
Last Saturday, I did it: my first 10k! Yes, I ran in island-inspired attire. This event included a 5k, a 10k, a half-marathon, and the fun run, all followed by a beach bash with concerts and more. Seeing all those costumes on the race course was hilarious, and running in a grass skirt felt pretty […]
Fitness saved my son: Luke’s story
This is a guest post by Meredith, who I’ve known since high school. Just over a year ago, my son was rushed to the emergency room. At that time, we were in Tampa, Florida for a swim meet. Luke is a very active 13 year-old boy, who is on an elite swim team, and races […]
Discovery: how I’ll spend my days
Last weekend, I did something new: I ran my first 5K. I was slow as a turtle in peanut butter, but I did it! It was so stinkin’ cold: 28 degrees, which I know is relative, but for a Southern girl in a beach town, that’s darn cold. The vastly redeeming factor was what a […]