Running Running has never been a favorite of mine. Even though I was on the track team in middle school, I did the long jump and the hurdles. When I would go to the gym in college, it was always the stair stepper or the elliptical. Running was just not my thing. Now, it seems like I can't get away from running...both literally and figuratively. The Striders My oldest, … [Read more...]
Activity Trackers and Wellness Challenges
Activity Trackers I'm probably the last person on the planet to finally get a Fitbit. I workout, teach dance, and run after my kids, so why would I need one? Activity trackers are for people who need to get more active, right? Wrong. After getting my Fitbit for Christmas, I've realized activity trackers are a great way to figure out what your daily activity really looks … [Read more...]
No Resolutions, Just Goals for 2018
No Resolutions I used to be a resolution person. I'd decide to start a diet or start to exercise, or even look for a new job on January 1st of the new year. I'd start out strong, but fizzle out quick. As I've gotten older, I've found that making vague long-term promises to myself really doesn't work. I've found a way to keep myself accountable with small, achievable monthly … [Read more...]
August Goals with a July Update
August Goals Only one more month of Summer vacation! Maybe even less, for some of you. So, I figured I'd better get to my August goals, and fast. With all of the activities, trips, and preparations for back-to-school, it's going to be a busy one. Before I get to my August goals, let's take a look back at July and see what happened. July Goals 1.Make … [Read more...]
February Goals Set
February is Here While it may eventually be just as cold and snowy, February is starting off to be a much nicer month that January. We had sunshine and the sound of snow melting all day yesterday. I'm hoping that Groundhog does the right thing (whatever that may be) and we get closer to spring. It's time for a look at my February goals, but first let's see how I finished up … [Read more...]