Leading a healthy lifestyle can have many positive long-term health benefits. But how can you encourage your partner to join you on your fitness journey? We break down the best ways to get your partner inspired. Read More…
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For the past month, Korei (my granddaughter), Kobe, and I have been running with the Greek Gods on a mission to assist Atalanta, the legendary Goddess of Running, on her quest to join the major gods and goddesses of the Greek Pantheon. Read more…
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Having clear boundaries in relationships is one of the most important things that we ought to concentrate on. We need to take time to understand what we want in our relationships before diving in. This means that we can be clear about what is acceptable very early. Read More…
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During this season, I have had the opportunity to run several local virtual races in Texas, but none of them compares to the IMT Des Moines Virtual Event. Did you notice that the title said "event" because it was more than a race. Read More…
Running in Texas is very one sided when it comes to the weather. During the summer, I run in extreme heat, Fall running my last a couple of days, and then it's winter running. Just like running in the heat, there are tips for running in the cold. Read More…
How many times have you gone for a run with no identification? How many races have you run and not filled out the emergency contact information or carried an identification card? I'm guilty of both numerous times; why? READ MORE…
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The race is canceled, students and teachers (me) have returned to campus, which is a bit stressful, and the holidays are around the corner. Now the big question is, how will I stay motivated to keep running? Read More…
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“Having positive affirmations, especially as a black woman, will only make you a better person!” Read More…
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These books are ones that I needed as a little girl. Books can help lay an emotional and social foundation so that when life gets dark or scary, children have the tools to find the light. We can do that at home, now, together. Read More…
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Had the opportunity to pick the brain of Roxanne Lavin, a health coach and plant-based nutritionist based in Las Vegas, NV. She's here to give us the low down and resources to be able to explain and defend your "why" when going plant-based. Read More…
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Who knew that the therapeutic element that our parents were using to keep us calm and entertained before dinner, would still be relevant as adults, to help take our minds off of the daily pressures of life? Read More…
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Addiction is something that is really close to my heart for multiple reasons. Read More…
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Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in America, affecting around 40 million adults — almost 1 in 5 people (according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America) Read More…
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"You don't have to be good at something for it to be good for you." Read More…
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I know so many of us are not feeling 2020, which is understandable, but I am so appreciative of all of the lessons and as cliche as it may sound blessings that have resulted from it. Read More…
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Frequently we let the stresses of daily life overwhelm us and send us into unhelpful thought patterns. It is not something we do intentionally, but this is a regular occurrence more often than not. Read more…
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While the world is on pause, we have entered into a normal, which includes home learning on all levels; every parent is a teacher, shelter in place guidelines, increased unemployment, the fight against systemic racism, virtual races, and social distancing. Read More….