This week was about easing back into a more consistent training rhythm after a slow start and post-vacation fatigue. Between travel, busy schedules, and squeezing in runs during swim and soccer practices, it was a week of fitting miles in where I could.
Sunday 11/03/2024 and Monday 11/04/2024
The weekend was busy with the end of Daylight Saving Time, kids’ soccer...
"Running is the new golf." If you’ve heard this phrase floating around, you might be wondering “does that really hold up?”
On the surface, it makes sense. Both running and golf bring people together, create shared experiences, and offer a break from the daily grind. But while golf has long been the official networking sport, running is carving out its...
Ah, running. Whether you're a proud pavement pounder like me or someone who avoids it like the gym on January 2nd (you know all those people claiming to get healthy this year), you've probably wondered: Is running actually healthy? Many shout about bad knees, while enthusiasts claim it's the elixir of life with the runner's high. Let’s settle this...
I recently found myself running in a way that felt both nostalgic and liberating. For the first time in years, I went out for a run without turning on GPS, checking my pace, or logging my distance. In fact, I didn’t even upload it to Strava—something that felt like breaking a cardinal rule of running in this modern era!...
Starting this week off not feeling my best, but I’m setting a goal to hit 18 miles. With some planning and a little extra effort as my body heals, I’m ready to start pushing it on those longer runs. Even though I’ve had a few rough days, my weekly mileage is still low enough to make this totally doable.
I’m...
Building a DIY home gym doesn’t have to break the bank. Whether you’re a cardio enthusiast like myself or love HIIT workouts like my wife, you can create an effective workout space even with limited space and budget. Here’s some tips to set up your home gym at different budget levels and what I went for myself.
The Importance of...
Running is one of the simplest forms of exercise. All you have to do is lace up your shoes, head out, and start running. But if you’ve ever felt like your runs were getting repetitive, or boring, you’re not alone. Over the years, I’ve become burnt out by running because it can get boring at times. So, I’ve found...
This week, we traded in the chilly New York weather for the warmth of Disney World. Ironically, the temperature spiked back home while we were away, which is turning out to be a classic vacation joke! With a packed schedule of park visits and pool time, this week’s post will be abbreviated, as the mileage was low and the...
I remember my first 12-minute benchmark test at Orange Theory like it was yesterday. I walked into the studio feeling that familiar mix of curiosity and anxiety. I was curious to see how I’d stack up against the class and the rest of the studio. I was anxious because, well, benchmark tests have a way of getting in your...
I’m running a half marathon this weekend. I’m not racing it, just running it for fun. Most of my training has not been up to par for a half marathon race, so a fun run it is. But, if I’m not totally ready, why do it? Half marathons are in the goldilocks zone of distances, I think at least....
