Category Archives: Fitness

What Do You Get To Do Today? (Mile Markers Book Review)

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Coco

One of the essays in Kristin Armstrong’s book, “Mile Markers” that really struck a chord with me is “I Get To,” in the chapter on “Gratitude.” It relates to the importance of the terminology we use in our every day lives, … Continue reading →

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Five Things I Learned On My First Bike Ride

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Coco

If you saw my Wordless Wednesday post or my Facebook updates or my tweets, you know that my husband got me a bike to help fill our weekends when our son goes off to college. It’s not my first bike, … Continue reading →

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(Almost) Wordless Wednesday (The Gift Of Cycling Edition)

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Coco

My husband bought me a bike. He thinks it will be a fun way to spend time together when my son goes off to college. I think he’s right!

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Hard Is Where It Happens

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Coco

I was reminded in physical therapy that if your muscles don’t get tired, they won’t get stronger. But there is a difference between working out until you are tired and then crying “uncle,” and pushing through that tired and getting … Continue reading →

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Running Safety Versus Shade

Posted on August 7, 2012 by Coco

It was another steamy morning when my friend and I headed out for our 8 mile run. Look at the humidity. I swear it’s the humidity! It would have been nice to run along the shady path we ran on … Continue reading →

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