Is “rest” a four letter word for you? Despite what many of us fitness enthusiasts have heard and know to be true, we can have a hard time taking rest days. Why are rest days important? What can you do on those days to survive? The importance of rest days   Rest days are crucial for runners, cyclists, and fitness enthusiasts alike. They enhance performance, prevent injuries, and promote overall wellbeing. While consistency in training is vital, the importance of allowing the body time to recover is crucial. Muscle repair Rest enables muscle repair and growth. Running and lifting weights c ..read more

Thanks for joining me and Kim for the weekly run down. The first half of the week we really struggled with serious heat and humidity which kept me from getting in some planned runs. No fear, I found other ways to keep busy. Bodies in motion was my intention. Let’s see how it went! Bodies In Motion Weekly Run Down Sunday-4 mile run Power walk + lap swimming and stretch Well, I had hoped to get back to running today but Mother Nature was mot cooperating With temps in the triple digits, my run was switched to a power walk. It’s ok, I will be back when I feel it’s safe (and enjoyable) t ..read more

Thanks for joining me and Kim for the weekly run down. We wrapped up our trip to Croatia with a quicks stop in Venice. Here’s a peek into my week of fitness and travel. Ciao Ciao Venice! Ciao, Ciao Venice Weekly Run Down  Sunday- 30 min Peloton hike + core + upper body strength  I got in about an hour of cardio and strength before we went to explore Hvar, Croatia. Another quaint and picturesque town on the Adriatic Sea. Later, we also hit the jet skis for some fun in the sun and water. The sunsets seem to get prettier by the day as well. Monday- 30 min Peloton hike + touring and ..read more

Thanks for joining me and Kim for the weekly run down. This week I’m coming to you from picturesque Croatia. My workouts are a little different this week. Here’s a peek into my week of fitness and travel. Weekly Run Down From Croatia Sunday- 3 mile walk + barre + core + yoga for hips It was just too hot to run again with temps hovering near 100. I opted for a walk with a friend and a few Peloton classes to round out the day. Monday-45 min Peloton hike + upper body strength + core +afternoon coffee  Love when a new month starts on a Monday! Happy July! We woke up to temps 20 degrees coole ..read more

Thanks for joining me and Coco for the July 2024 Ultimate Coffee Date. These are always some of my favorite posts to read and to write. This week I am coming to you from somewhere in the Adriatic off the coast of Croatia. You will have to read my Weekly Run Down this weekend to see what I am up to. Grab your coffee mugs or “Kava” as they say in these parts and let’s get to it.  July 2024 Ultimate Coffee Date from the Adriatic If we were having coffee, I would tell you… I am currently somewhere in Croatia soaking in all that this gorgeous country has to offer. We just got here yesterday ..read more

Thanks for popping in for the weekly run with me and Kim today. Yup, still sweating it out over here and making the best of it. Here’s a peek into my week of fitness. Sweating it out Sunday- Rest day I took today as a rest day but did get in my Peloton core and stretch for that blue check mark . It was another day at the pool with a friend. That’s how we do a heat wave. Monday-Peloton hikes + upper body strength + core + stretch + swim I always like to hit it hard on a Monday. You m ay have noticed I am seriously obsessed with the Peloton hiking classes. The mix of speed and incline intervals ..read more

It’s time for some sweaty confessions and runfessions! Thanks to Marcia for hosting the June 2024 linkup. Let’s jump right into it. June 2024 Sweaty Confessions and Runfessions I sweaty Confess and Runfess… Yes, I technically “could” get up earlier to run in this excessive heat. I just can’t do it. I am so not an early bird and really need my sleep. So therefore, I am just going to complain about how hot I am until October. Honestly, I am getting up slightly earlier on running days and meeting my group at 8:30. I sweaty confess and runfess…  I am excited to be back in the pool swimming ..read more

Yes, there are so many options for compression therapy these days. How do you decide which compression product is right for you? It’s important to know the differences between options to make that choice. I’m sharing my thoughts, the features and benefits the Air Relax Compression Shorts 3.0. This product was gifted to me in exchange for a fair review.   Air Relax Compressions Shorts Air Relax 3.0 compression shorts are just that-a shorts style compression system. They are designed to use lying down to increase blood circulation and recovery. In essence, compression shorts inflate and de ..read more

Thanks for joining Kim and me for the weekly run down. This week we finally broke out of the rainy days and had lots of sunshine (and heat).  A week of Sunshine Weekly Run Down  Sunday- 3 mile power walk + yoga for hips  well, I slept until after 9 and missed my group run. I guess I really did need the extra day off. By that point it was a little hot and I opted for a 3 mile power walk and a yoga for hips. Monday- Peloton hike + core + upper & lower body strength + afternoon 3 mile walk After some extra rest over the weekend, I was ready to get back to it. I got in a full r ..read more

Thanks for joining the weekly run down with me and Kim. This week marked the return of sweaty season. Our humidity is off the charts and will stay there for the next few months. I am going to embrace it and move on but reserve the right to complain weekly. LOL. Sweaty season is here Weekly Run Down  Sunday-5 mile run/walk + stretch It was a pretty nice morning for June so I won’t complain too much yet (ha). I spent the rest of the day lounging by the pool reading again-aah bliss. Monday-Peloton hike + core + upper & lower body strength + afternoon walk  Starting off my Monday s ..read more