Disclosure: This post is sponsored on behalf of the Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women. As always, all opinions are my own. There’s something about a women-only race that just pumps you up in a unique way. It makes you feel like you can tackle more than the course; you walk away feeling like you…
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Biking Nutrition: Tips for What & How Much to Eat
Disclosure: This post about biking nutrition is sponsored by Shine Organics, but as always all opinions are my own. Now that the weather is cooling off a bit, I’m really kicking myself for not getting in more outdoor bike rides this summer. I did a lot of sessions on the spin bike or trainer in…
5 ways to make cardio fun!
Disclosure: This post about ways to make cardio fun is sponsored by Jazzercise. As always, all opinions are my own. The fitness world tends to be divided – there are those who love cardio, and those who tolerate (dare I say dread?) it. I’m actually the former. Give me a pair of running shoes and…
Intermediate 10K Training Plan + Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women!
Try out this intermediate 10K training plan to help get you to the finish line of your next race – which is hopefully the Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women! Disclosure: This post is sponsored on behalf of the Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women. As always, all opinions are my own. Where my ladies…
Falmouth Road Race Recap with Team Beef!
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by the Beef Checkoff’s Northeast Beef Promotion Initiative (NEBPI). All opinions expressed in this post are my own. This past weekend, I had the opportunity to visit Falmouth, Massachusetts – located in Cape Cod – for the Falmouth Road Race and Expo! I was there on behalf of the Northeast…
5 Tips for Racing During Your Period! {+ U by Kotex® Giveaway!}
Disclosure: I was compensated by U by Kotex® for this post about racing during your period, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. Is anyone else a member of about a billion Facebook groups? I need to do a little social media spring cleaning soon, but there are a few groups I’d never drop…
Boston Triathlon Race Review & Recap!
Disclosure: This post is sponsored on behalf of the Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon. As always, all opinions are my own. The last weekend in July was an exciting one for me, as I tackled the Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon! This was my “A” race of this year’s tri season, and I was proud…
5 Running Mistakes that Beginners Should Avoid
Starting a running program is one of the easiest ways to get moving without much investment. Grab a pair of sneakers and hit the open road, and you’re ready to start pounding the pavement. But there are some key running mistakes that beginners often face when starting to run consistently. To highlight the biggest issues,…
Lactate Threshold Field Test for Runners!
Most people have probably heard about lactate or lactic acid before in passing, though possibly incorrectly. I know growing up I was always told to move around the day after a tough soccer game, because of the “lactic acid buildup” causing soreness. Well, sorry coach (aka dad) – lactic acid doesn’t cause muscle soreness in…
Squash these 5 fears and sign up for your first triathlon!
Have you ever thought about signing up for your first triathlon, but have let your fears get in the way? It’s time to squash those fears and sign up for that race! I’ve outlined 5 of the most common objections that I hear from people who haven’t yet taken the plunge to do their first…