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
In the past I wrote about my search for a new running watch. I’m happy to report I found a runner watch that has worked great long-term and I’m talking about it in this Timex Ironman Sleek 50 Watch review. Prior to my purchase I solicited input from readers and they pointed out a variety … Read more
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
My husband purchased a Garmin GPS watch, the Forerunner 205, when he first started running. Since then I have used this watch (and the later ones he purchased) mostly on long runs, or when I didn’t have the time or energy to map out a path with a specific distance before my run. How accurate … Read more
Since I began practicing yoga I’ve had an issue with my left shoulder, (a snap crackle pop shoulder) for what has seemed like the entire time. It makes a cracking noise as I straighten it to enter downward facing dog on my yoga mat. I have Dr. Google’d the heck out of this problem and I’m … Read more
At one time Bondi Band gave me an opportunity to try out one of their headbands and write a Bondi Band review. Bondi Band not only makes headbands for women, men and children – they also sell dog collar bands, moisture wicking hats, swim caps and more. They offer hundreds of headband designs on their … Read more
In the past I had the opportunity to try CLIF SHOT BLOKS and write up a CLIF SHOT BLOKS review. These gummy energy chews are made by CLIF Bar & Company, which is the same company that makes other popular foods for athletes including CLIF Bars and LUNA Bars. These are energy chews designed for running. They … Read more
Have you ever felt like you need to get your spin bones back in shape. One time after taking my first spin class following about an eight month hiatus, my sit bones, aka. spin bones, were hurting! Enter sore spin bones. Probably more embarrassing though was when I walked into the middle of class accidentally. … Read more
As a long-time runner, I’m no stranger to the GU Energy product line for fueling and recovery. A few years back I had the opportunity to try one of their powerful hydration products and write a GU Roctane Ultra Endurance Energy Drink review. GU Energy introduced this new hydration product around 2012 and it remains … Read more