Category: Running Journey
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What I do to #SaveMyMarbles: Day 1
So, as some of you following my journey already know, I first noticed my mother had the beginning of her cognitive decline a bit over 8 years ago. From that day forward, I have immersed myself in learning how to prevent it, if possible, so it doesn’t happen to me. Now, while I fear forgetting,…
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Making Fitness a Family Affair.
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Over the weekend my family and I walked The Color Run in Englishtown, NJ. I would have loved to run the 5K instead of walking, however my husband and I joined a group of friends and our children to walk together as a team. I am so glad we did. Eventually we will run some…
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Recovery Meal
My favorite recovery meal after any workout even before I started running? Homemade Smoothie Frozen mixed berries (heavy on the blueberries): 140 grams Frozen mango chunks: 140 grams Ground flax seeds (24 grams) Unsweetened or vanilla flavored almond (1 cup or 240ml) Water to submerge ingredients (amount will vary Combine all ingredients in a blender…
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Why I Am Running Indoors (For Now)…
The treadmill has been purchased and set up. My husband and I chose a model that folds up in order to hide it away. It now resides in the closet in my children’s playroom with a bungee cord for reinforcement (because I am paranoid that way). Why start on a treadmill when the outdoors are…
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Let My Running Journey Finally Begin.
After a few bumps, hiccups and small tantrums, my running journey can commence. Thank you runner’s havenin Randolph, New Jersey for helping me out with the right shoe. Pictured is the Brooks’ Women’s Adrenaline GTS 12. Wish me luck and helpful advice greatly appreciated!
