Organic Lawn Care Reasons to Practice
When we first became homeowners, I wasn’t sure where to begin when it came to the lawn or garden. Everything was overwhelming. We knew we had to mow the lawn, so we started there. Over time we learned better mowing techniques to strengthen the grass, purchased a new mower and switched to organic lawn care. … Read more
How to Prepare for a Long Run Tips & Gear
Preparing for a long run, for me, is different than preparing for speed work or a tempo run. With any run 6 miles or more, I have to put some serious thought and consideration into preparation when you figure out how to prepare for a long run. The times I haven’t, the experience has been … Read more
How to Recover After Run Tips and Ideas
After running more than 40 road races over the years I have learned a little bit about running. I have mentioned before when talking about running that I usually put in “recovery time” after my races. How to recover after run is equally important after any run, not just a race. Today I’m sharing my … Read more
Garage Sale Hacks to Make the Most Money
Our neighborhood garage sale is one of my favorite weekends of the year. I’m an avid garage sale shopper, but being on the selling side is a totally different experience. Of course, the main reason I like having a garage sale is to make money using garage sale hacks. But in addition to this, you … Read more
Selecting a Running Jacket Quick Tips
I have a bit of a confession. I ran for two years before I purchased a proper running jacket. More than once during that time I resorted to wearing a 10-year-old hooded windbreaker from GAP as my “running jacket.” It was time I went about selecting a running jacket. As the researcher that I am, … Read more
The Peach Truck Review Fresh Georgia Peaches
When most people think of fresh peaches, one state comes to mind. While many states grow and produce peaches, Georgia is undoubtably the state best known for peaches. When I heard a Georgia peach delivery would be coming through our area, we quickly decided to buy some Georgia peaches. This is The Peach Truck review. … Read more
New Running Shoes Tips for Purchase
A few years ago I announced I would be running my first road race since 2014, I knew I would need one piece of running gear- running shoes. I invested in some new shoes and then purchase the same pair again the next year. Today I want to talk about when you should buy new … Read more
Running Cramps Prevent and Treat
When I first started running regularly I used to frequently get a painful pinch on the side part of my torso, around my mid-section, below my rib cage. These are called running cramps and are actually quite common among new runners. Even experienced runners can still have them sometimes. The pinching feeling quickly brought me … Read more
How Clean is Your Yoga Mat? Cleaning Tips
Most people don’t think twice about cleaning certain items or areas in the home. They launder clothing weekly. Washing dishes is a daily practice. However, the items often requiring cleaning the most are right in front of us, but are easily overlooked. This includes yoga mats. Today I’m sharing how to clean a yoga mat. … Read more