So… a little secret I’ve been keeping: I started working with a personal trainer again. I had paid for some extra sessions prior to the pandemic, and I had to use them or lose them by the end of the year, and since I’m already at the gym three times a week to teach indoor…
I’m a goal setter. I set monthly goals, weekly goals, annual goals, 5-year goals – you name it! In planning out my goals for 2020, I decided to dig around the internet a bit to see what some of the emerging trends for 2020 might be. The most scientific and thorough research I found on…
Yes, I acknowledge that we’re already into December, but it doesn’t mean I can’t still set goals! (I got a delayed start on the month anyway, so cut me some slack please!) First, let’s review how I did on my November goals, then we can talk about my goals for December. FTP Test – Yeah,…
It’s that time of the week again! I’m linking up with Kim and Deborah for the Weekly Run Down. Monday I’m actually starting to enjoy these little swim sessions I’ve been fitting in! Just 30 minutes is plenty of time in the pool for me. As I continue with my classes, these 30 minutes will…
Can you believe it’s already November?? I know I can’t!! 2019 has just flown on by! But, alas. Here we are. And here are my goals for November 2019 (with the huge caveat being that some of these will require my sprained ankle to be healed first!): Attend All of My Swim Classes – I…
*Disclaimer: Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.* This is a 30-minute strength and core circuit. This circuit targets your posterior chain, biceps, triceps, and core. You want to begin the workout with a 3-minute warmup (included below), and make sure you end with a cool down and stretch. Equipment Needed: Medium Dumbbells Barbell* (can…
Last week, I took my first beginner’s class at [solidcore]. This morning, I took my first real class. I have one word to summarize both experiences: Sweat. My volleyball friends know that I’m not much of a sweater. I never have been, really. I’m not sure why, but it’s never bothered me! I know that I…
Okay, banned is probably not the right word, but that’s how it feels! I’ve been having issues with my rotator cuff, and the doctor I saw yesterday prescribed me physical therapy, only underhand serving in volleyball (like I’m a 9-year old or a 90-year old), and NO YOGA. #firstworldproblems I’m not actually sure how I…
Okay, banned is probably not the right word, but that’s how it feels! I’ve been having issues with my rotator cuff, and the doctor I saw yesterday prescribed me physical therapy, only underhand serving in volleyball (like I’m a 9-year old or a 90-year old), and NO YOGA. #firstworldproblems I’m not actually sure how I…
Okay, so maybe I’m being a little hard on myself, but it’s kind of true. I’ve been slacking off with my running for weeks, and I haven’t gone inside my gym in just as long. It is not a good situation, you guys. I was training for a half marathon, and quite diligently. I think…
