Self care far too frequently gets chalked up to be “selfish”, “materialistic”, unnecessary or more-often-than-not, a luxury that we simply don’t have time for. Let me pump the brakes right there and remind you that you MUST nourish to flourish, girlfriend! In all honesty, I’ve spent a lot of time prioritizing my fitness but I often find it difficult to, dare I say relax, and replenish myself from the inside-out..…
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Creating Habits that Stick with 4 Easy Steps
Read moreThe past year has given us all a lot of time to either establish new habits OR watch as previously formed habits began to disappear. It makes sense when you think about all of our routines that have involuntarily been interrupted due to quarantine and…
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Top 10 Takeaways From 2020
Read moreI wrote a similar blog just over a year ago highlighting the lessons learned and achievements accomplished in 2019. And though on some levels, it doesn’t feel like much has changed (aside from the obvious pandemic stuff), the trials, tribulations and every moment of uncertainty…
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Holiday Bucket List {COVID-Approved Edition}
Read more2020 has been all but merry and bright. And while traditions are being tossed out the window and plans on an indefinite hold, not all hope is lost. This year we have such a unique opportunity to slow down, draw close to those we love…
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Saving Second Base | Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Read moreMaybe it was a neighbor, a teacher, a family member or friend… or maybe it was you. Whoever it was and whatever the outcome, we all have been impacted in some way by breast cancer. It’s estimated that in 2020 alone, 279,100 new cases of invasive breast…
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Find Shoes That Fit You and Your Fitness Goals
Read moreIf there is one thing I believe you should invest your money in as an athlete, it’s the right pair of shoes. Whether you are training for your next race or just starting out on your fitness journey, I am here to help you find…
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The Importance of Cross Training
Read moreAfter committing to my first half marathon nearly five years ago, I was sure that “more miles” was the way to go. Which, to be fair, I was training for a race. However, after being introduced to Orangetheory and broadening my knowledge within the fitness…
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Conquer Your Next Race With These 7 Training Tips
Read moreIt’s been an unpredictable year for races in general, but the need for structure, a reason to move and of course, that daily dose of Vitamin D is at an all-time high. There are still a handful of races left on the books for 2020…
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{FREE} Intention Setting Worksheet
Read moreHappy July! Can you believe we’ve made it half way through the year already?! Granted, half of which has been lived out from the comfort of our homes. Needless to say, this year has been one for the books. The good news (maybe) is that…
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6 Tips for Getting Back into the Gym
Read moreIt feels like it’s been an eternity since we’ve been able to step foot in an actual gym and though I am anxiously awaiting the day that I get my job back.. I am also very anxiously awaiting my first non-quarantine workout. If getting back…
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6 Ways to Start Improving Your Mental Health
Read more“You are more than a character whose lines can be studied and rehearsed. You are more than a passing thought or a backdrop. You are central to this story in more ways than you’ve allowed yourself to believe. You are a gift. Incomparable and coveted.…
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Podcast Roundup: My Current Favorites
Read moreI have become quite the podcast junkie over the past couple of years. Considering I pretty much listen to music for a living, it’s nice to get lost in something other than the Top 40 Hits on my commute to and from work. As a…
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No More Rainbows and Butterflies
Read moreOn the days that feel as though the rainbows have lost their luster and the butterflies have all flown away. This is for you. This message is dedicated to the days that the dark clouds won’t roll away and the sun refuses to shine. You…
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5 Truths to Cling to in Uncertain Times
Read moreMarch was undeniably the strangest month I have experienced to date. We truly are treading uncharted territory. Each passing day brings with it the latest “heart-wrenching headline”, new overwhelming statistics and countless reminders on how to effectively wash our hands. I sit here today, a…
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Tips to Combat the Quarantine Blues
Read moreIt’s 2020, we’re out of work, out of toilet paper and aren’t supposed to leave the house until further notice. As epic of a movie this may be, it is unfortunately the reality we are in as a nation today. Despite the madness that is…
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Spring/Summer Race Guide
Read moreSpring is officially on the horizon and I couldn’t be more thrilled for sunnier days, warmer temps and ideal running conditions! Check out the list below for some of my favorite Spring/Summertime races in the area. You can also find my Fall Race Guide HERE to…
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My Story: Turning Pain into Purpose
Read more**I wrote this letter 3 years ago now. That was the first time that I open and honestly “came out” about my struggles with Bulimia. It had been something that I had disclosed casually to a handful of individuals over the years but the extent…
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Thriving Through Your Twenties
Read moreThere are some things in this life that you simply cannot prepare yourself for. Thriving, let alone surviving your twenties will prove to be a feat of its own. I am now more than halfway through my twenties and there are some seriously good tidbits…
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Date Night Ideas for You and Your Significant Other
Read moreValentine’s Day is rapidly approaching, which means 1. we’ve made it past the eternal month that is January and 2. it’s the season of love. I have always loved the idea of celebrating love, Valentines Day or not so since we’re here, let’s talk date…
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The Things That I Know Now That You Are Gone
Read moreIt is in moments of pain that we are reminded what we value most in life. These moments are a beacon of light. They remind us exactly where to invest our time, ensuring that we don’t forget the fragile state of this life. Do it…
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Winter Blues? Tips to Take Care of Yourself all Year Long
Read more“Summer bodies are made in the winter.” FORGET THAT! I don’t care what you look like in your bathing suit on the beach or how much skin you think you can or can’t reveal based on some rule book you’ve convinced yourself exists. I care…
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Goal Setting Tips for the New Year
Read moreThere is something so special about an entirely new year. Something so liberating and magical all at the same time. Despite the uncertainty of the future, we all have an idea of where we’d like to be or what goal we’d like to accomplish over…
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2019 Recap and Reflections
Read moreThrough honesty, transparency, and a little bit of courage we are able to reflect on where we’ve been, accept where we are and acquire the tools it’ll take to get us where we want to go. As I count down the clock and welcome in…
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4 Ways to Take Back the Holidays
Read moreAs all things holly and jolly roll around, here are a couple of ways that I have found to be beneficial in taking back my health and maintaining balance while enjoying every merry moment.
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Know That…
Read moreKnow that today, you are everything that you need to be. Where you are and who you are at this moment is no mistake. You are growing, you are changing and you are writing your own, marvelously made story. One page at a time. Know…
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How I Took Control of My Eating Disorder
Read moreI am not entirely sure that any disorder, eating included, is something that one can completely conquer. I don’t believe that these thoughts or this struggle will ever just disappear. And that’s okay. I have accepted that. Instead of letting my demons control my life…