Briana and I raced in the Drumstick Dash at Broad Ripple, Indiana for our first time this year! This is our official race recap! The 2012 Drumstick Dash was held on Thanksgiving day, Thursday, November 22, 2012. This was the 10th anniversary of the race. Benefits went to a great cause, The Wheeler Mission Ministries […]
Get Fit Friday: Thanksgiving Portion Control
Want to avoid the turkey hangover this year? Try portion control (slim down your helpings) at your holiday events. Easier said than done when this once-a-year all-out grub-fest tempts you to taste and eat everything. You should, actually taste everything that you want to try but this year take each item in very small amounts. […]
Get Fit Friday: Drumstick Dash
Distance Training can be fun! After all your hard work of logged hours walking and running, celebrate with a fun run like the 2012 Drumstick Dash, taking place in Broad Ripple, Indiana on Thursday, November 22, 2012! Run the main course for 4.6 miles or even do the short course if you’re in a […]
Get Fit Friday: Pilates 101
Need a break from your grueling treadmill routines? Try pilates! Most fitness facilities offer pilates and yoga classes free or cheap for its memebers. Check with your fitness center to see if these classes are offered at your gym! Pilates benefits include: flexibility through stretching, long and lean muscles, core strengthening for overall wellbeing, breathing […]
Get Fit Friday: Halloween Food, Safety, and Activities
Stay healthy this Halloween with healthy pumpkin recipes like this one from Eating Well. Candy Safety Tips: Check all Candies received Only visit neighbors you know & trust Do not accept non-packaged foods Limit the amount of candy consumed per day Halloween Workout: Walk with your children through the neighborhood on trick-or-treat night. It’ll be […]
Get Fit Friday: New Tunes!
One easy way to get motivated again is with some NEW TUNES! Here are some songs you might want to add to your workout playlist: Some Nights (Explicit) One More Night Don’t Wake Me Up Everybody Talks Whistle Diamonds Pontoon Call Me Maybe Skyfall Good Time (Feat. Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen) Release Me […]
Get Fit Friday: Goal Doctor (Check-Up)!
Today on Get Fit Friday is an appointment with the Goal Doctor (Check-Up). We’ll review your previous goals, tweak them, and create some new ones. If you didn’t have goals before, now is a great time to start making them! With the holidays, spring break, and summer vacation all on our upcoming agendas, October is a […]
Get Fit Friday: Sports & Exercise w True Sport
Do you participate in sport activities at least 2-3 times per week? This element could be the ‘tipping point’ of your fitness regimens. Sports are crucial for mind, body and spirit. You’ll gain a mental escape, competitive drive, and physical leaps through sport exercises. There are many sports you can participate in at all ages including: Golf Tennis Slow […]