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Just because we can run a marathon within a year-ish of childbirth doesn’t mean it is a great idea BUT if you’re here, you’re my kinda gal. NYC Marathon is one of a kind, I’ve run it 3 times and it is an incredible experience. 2024 was the first time I’ve used the Lactation benefits…
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I’ve been playing around with the idea of running 30 miles on my 30th birthday for a while. My running base is about 25 miles a week and a typical long run is 10 miles. It wouldn’t be that far of a leap to get to 30 miles with a run / walk strategy. I…
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In 2020 I became a yoga teacher. I did a ton of yoga during the early parts of the pandemic and after a (lack of) promotion situation at my day job I wanted to focus my time and attention on a project that was strictly fun. I did my research, and while many Yoga Teacher…
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Didn’t get into the New York City Marathon for the umpteenthtime? Me neither! Don’t wait for luck to be on your side, invest in yourselfand your community by committing to a charity marathon team. It was by far the bestdecision I’ve made for my running experience. Here is why… Access to the Best Races in…
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Nothing like fall in New York, especially the first Sunday in November when 50,000 runners descend upon the city to race arguably the most iconic marathon in the world. When the race and the destination are equally attractive, it turns into a delightful race-cation trip. This can cause a bit of friction in relationships but…
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The weather has started to change here in Dallas, and we are finally starting to get a glimmer of hope for the fall and winter running weather. With the air starting to crisp up in the mid-October timeframe, 30,000 runners are looking to the first Sunday in November for the 50th anniversary of the New…
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If you’re an athlete you have probably been in the situation where your significant other or family wants to do something that isn’t conducive to training. Going out to concerts, late night dinners, weekend trips or even extended vacations during heavy building periods of marathon training. It took a long time for my spouse to…
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There is nothing more uncomfortable than asking for more money. This also cuts deep because 90% of group exercise instructors are women, and historically women are less likely to self advocate and ask for raises than male counterparts. This leads to the gender divide on pay and power differences. Terrible cycle, but either way, you…
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It is fall in Dallas! Or one would think with the mid-September race date for the annual Tour Des Fleurs benefiting the Dallas Arboretum. The Dallas Arboretum is a 66-acre urban botanical garden along White Rock Lake in East Dallas. It happens to be walking distance from my house! All proceeds go towards supporting the…
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A great yoga studio does not always equate to a great business. There are many really fantastic yoga studios out there that cultivate a sense of community, are true to yogic philosophies, and take a vested interest in the growth of each individual student while making sure the teachers are supported. It took me 11…
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