Renew Your Vows In The New Year

Posted on January 6, 2016 by Coco

This time of year we are inundated with “New Year, New You” articles enticing us with the fantasy that we can accomplish all of the goals we didn’t accomplish last year simply because it’s January again. But I’ve lived through too many Januarys to believe that the New Year’s Eve confetti included magic fairy dust that’s going to make me hate brownies, develop a disdain for Tostitos, and become as organized as those gorgeous planners promise I can be. Instead of hoping for a “new me” why not renew your vows to yourself and recommit to a healthy (enough) lifestyle?

Renew Your Vows
Thanks to Deb for hosting the Wednesday Word link up and choosing renewal as today’s word.  Continue reading →

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Hitting The Healthy Reset Button

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Coco

I’ve given up on making New Year’s resolutions, but by the time January first comes around, I am ready to recommit to my usually-healthy eating and exercise habits. I’ve had my fill of Christmas cookies, peppermint bark, and HoneyBaked ham, and am ready to do what it takes to make my “skinny jeans” fit comfortably again. Since it’s more about getting back into my usual routine than making drastic changes, I like to think of it as hitting the healthy reset button.

Healthy Reset Button
I’m also committed to making 2016 a strong year for running. In 2015 I was sidelined from Memorial Day almost through Labor Day after fracturing my foot hiking. I tried to be smart about my comeback, but I think I pushed too hard for a 5K PR and aggravated my piriformis. Whatever the reason, I was miserable during my last race of the year and don’t want to repeat that experience any time soon! Continue reading →

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Starting The New Year With The Ultimate Coffee Date

Posted on January 2, 2016 by Coco

Welcome to the first Ultimate Coffee Date of 2016! I wonder if any of you got any coffee-related presents? A Nespresso machine? A Keurig? Tell us about it in the comments below, and don’t forget to visit my co-hosts Deborah at Confessions of A Mother Runner and Lynda at Fitness Mom Wine Country, and spread Happy New Year wishes by commenting on other blogs in the link up.

The Ultimate Coffee Date Link Up

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New to link ups? This post has my top tips for making them work for you. Continue reading →

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Favorite Fitness Finds Of 2015

Posted on December 31, 2015 by Coco

Happy New Year! I hope you had fun ringing in the new year, but not so much fun that you are regretting it today! At least it’s Friday and you have a few more days to recover if necessary. I hope to be starting the year with a run or bike ride–depending on the weather.

favorite fitness finds
Today the Friday Five link up hosted by Courtney at Eat Pray Run DC, Mar at Mar on the Run and Cynthia at You Signed Up for What?! kicks off 2016 with an open “fitness” theme. I’m going to double your fun and share my five favorite #RunChatHunt photos and my five favorite fitness finds of 2015. Continue reading →

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How To Be An Athletic Supporter

Posted on December 30, 2015 by Coco

Sorry, I couldn’t resist that play on words!

Today I am guest posting on Deborah’s blog, sharing my ideas on how to support a friend with new fitness goals.Support Your Friends

I’d love it if you would click through here
and share your tips!

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