• Comparison has a habit of making us feel like we are "less than" or we aren't hitting a quota. But in reality, we are all on different timelines and experiencing different things. Think of how much less pressure you'd have going to the gym if you were focused on feeling your best and reaching... Continue Reading →
~healthy?~
• I am not a dietician, but I took Exercise Science classes in college, earned my personal training license through NASM, and am currently working on my nutrition license (and took a nutrition course in college). Running & working out is a BIG part of my life. With that comes learning to balance nutrition &... Continue Reading →
~run w/o idea~
Warm up - • 10 minute jogWorkout -• 5 min. 60% effort, 2 min. jog (x2)• 3min. 70% effort, 2 min. jog (x3)• 2 min. 85% effort, 2 min. jog (x3)Cool down -• 10 minute jogTotal ~ 1 hour run, distance will depend on speed & intensity. This run can be altered to fit any... Continue Reading →
~20 miler~
• I ran 20 miles on Thursday. My longest ever & the most I'll ever do before my marathon. It was a physical & mental challenge (to say the least), but I got through it. Progressive training, proper nutrition, listening to my body, & support from my family & friends has really helped. I have... Continue Reading →
~body image~
• The way we perceive ourselves is so important. Learning to treat yourself with the same kindness and love that you would treat someone else with can be difficult. But with practice & time you can get there. I used to compare myself to other girls all the time. I'd be on the starting line... Continue Reading →
~marathon training~
• "Sometimes you have to stop being scared and just go for it. Either it will work out or it won't. That's life.' ~ Anonymous • It's official, I've signed up for my first marathon!! It's this September & I've already got the pre-race jitters & nerves lol. Training has been going well so far... Continue Reading →
~resistance workout & run~
3 sets: 8 exercises: 12 reps each 🏃🏻♀️🏋🏻♀️ 1) Squats with a weight (make sure to keep back straight & avoid letting your knees get in front of your toes)2) Overhead press (keep arms straight)3) Lunges with weight (make sure your knee is behind your toes & keep your trunk straight)4) Bicep curls (no swinging,... Continue Reading →
~run w/o~
• hi pals!! 😊 I'm sharing a running workout idea that is perfect if you're getting back into the swing of speedy runs. Before implementing speed, make sure you have some good base miles & training behind you to prevent injuries. 🏃♀️🤍 • I've been doing base runs, yoga, & light strength training the past... Continue Reading →
~workout idea~
• Lower Body Workout Idea 🏃♀️🤍🏋♀️ • 40-30-20-10 (begin with 40 of each exercise, then 30, 20, 10). I love this this workout & I pair it with a base run. Grab your sneakers & music to try it out! 1• body weight squats with ab twist rotation (each side is 1) 2• forward lunges... Continue Reading →
~a lil’ full body workout~
🏋♀️upper body: (pick barbell weight, I used 10 lbs)• 10 arm flys (in & out is 1)• 10 tricep kickbacks each arm• 10 dumbell rows each arm (lawnmowers)• 10 bicep curls each arm×3🏋♀️abs:• 50 flutter kicks (25 each side)• 50 rotation bikes (25 each side)• 40 slow & controlled mountain climbers (20 each side)• 50... Continue Reading →