I’ve had a serious case of the I-Don’t-Wanna’s lately, specifically as it relates to physical activity. I trained hard for quite a while before my fourth half-marathon, and after I completed it, well, let’s just say I rationalized taking a... Read More
Sunday I competed in my fourth half-marathon – the LIVESTRONG Austin Half-Marathon. I still can’t believe that’s right – four half-marathons? I’ve come a long way, Baby. I set a new personal record, which was seven minutes faster than my... Read More
I am running as this post is published. Today is my fourth half-marathon. This race is different. It is my first race in my hometown – beautiful Austin, Texas, which, if you didn’t know, has killer hills throughout historic downtown.... Read More
I’ve long thought of healthcare professionals as athletes when it comes to our clothing and shoes. We need breathable clothes and supportive shoes. Does that mean they have to be ugly? Uhm, no. (Some companies think otherwise, in my opinion.)... Read More
Thoughts are swirling. My mind is humming. To do’s, lists, ideas, questions. Nothing too pressing. In comparison to others, it’s small stuff. Not worth the swirling nor the humming. My body is still; My mind is not. Time to switch.... Read More
Now that I have overindulged for the past two days, my body is begging for some clean eating and the usual running routine. Good thing I have another goal – another half-marathon in February. Two half-marathons actually. Wanna join me... Read More
Sunday I completed the San Antonio Rock & Roll half-marathon – my third half-marathon – with a personal best time. It is mighty slow in comparison to many runners, but it was a big goal for me, and I am... Read More
Every morning during my run, I think the same thing: I can’t do this. I know I have three to five miles to run every morning with longer runs on Saturdays, and even though I have been running almost a... Read More
Plateau. Not fun. At all. I have worked so hard, and I’ve seen dramatic improvements in my overall health, but I am still not at a healthy BMI, which is my ultimate goal. So, I am buckling down. I re-evaluated... Read More
Today is a milestone for me. I have been working toward health for exactly one year today. For the most part that has meant losing weight. As I continued on my health journey, I found that I was not alone.... Read More