Tag Archives: Injuries Suck

Surrendering To What Is Going On With My Hip

One of the many lessons I’ve learned from Peloton instructor Jess Sims is the value of surrendering to what is—even if you’re unhappy with the status quo. You can only start from where you are, and you can only do … Continue reading

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Hiking In Fountainhead Regional Park

In the second installation of our campaign to test out new hiking gear, my husband and I took our new hydration packs hiking in Fountainhead Regional Park. Occoquan River

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When You Can’t Run …

Last weekend I did something I’ve never done. After mostly enjoying a mostly glorious run between rain showers, I cut my run short and walked the rest of the way home (about 1/2 mile). My left hip wasn’t having it. … Continue reading

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2025 Year-End Runfessions

Well, it’s the very last Friday of 2025, so I’m sharing my 2025 year-end runfessions. Join me over at  Marcia’s Healthy Slice where we can cleanse our souls soles before we head into the new year. You also may be … Continue reading

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Springing Forward

We’ve changed to Daylight Saving Time, even overnight temps are above freezing, and flowers are starting to bloom. The world around me is springing forward for sure! Our hardy bunch of daffodils 

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