Finding Joy in the Journey
It's funny. I know that as far as life goes, we have very little say in the way things work out. We decide our own path and choose our own journey, but outcomes are very rarely in our control. This is why fitness appeals to me so much. We choose our own fitness journeys and... Continue Reading →
Whether you're a long time runner, or someone just getting started your race pace likely matters to you. While crossing the finish line or making an attempt is just as important, once you've been at it awhile, or once you're sure you can meet those basic goals, the time that you'll finish in probably ranks up... Continue Reading →
First of all, Happy St. Patrick's Day! Secondly, it's Monday...which means another race weekend is in the books. This time it was the Rock n'Roll USA Half Marathon in Washington, D.C. which took place on Saturday, March 15. What a race! Let me preface this one with the training plan. I followed CoolRunning.com's Intermediate Half... Continue Reading →
We all have something to overcome, something that scares us, something that pushes us to succeed. Maybe that's all one thing, maybe they're all separate - whatever it is, we are created to have a drive...to achieve. It's part of what makes us human.For me, that drive often stems from fear. That's right; I'm a... Continue Reading →
Mornings are essential to making it through the day. By eating the right foods at the start, you're body is primed for action; your metabolism speeds up and your body is ready to consume foods of a similar nutrition level throughout the rest of the day. Start off hungry or on the wrong foot and... Continue Reading →
Most of you know that I've been in, well, hibernation-training mode for the past few months. While this weekend offered a beautiful glimpse of the spring that has to be right around the corner, it feels like the polar vortex is back for the time being. However, unlike the past few weeks, today I decided... Continue Reading →
It's Tuesday! That means yesterday was meatless Monday in the Pyne house. This is quickly becoming one of my favorite days for experimenting in the kitchen. Last night's menu? Red Beet and Spinach Ravioli with a creamy garlic sauce. The outcome? Delish. One child and husband approved. It's going on the "make-again" list! They... Continue Reading →
I have a confession: I have a disdain for coconut water. This is complicated because I know it offers one of the most complete solutions for hydration, especially for distance runners. In fact, it's been recommended to me by my doctor on multiple occasions as something superior to traditional sports drinks that are filled with... Continue Reading →
Alright, I've got to go out on a limb and say that out of the 3 weeks of the Move Nourish Believe Challenge, Week 3 was by far my favorite. It focused on Believing and looking inward to find real strength, at least that's what I took from it. The daily challenges were as follows:... Continue Reading →
You guessed it; it's Tuesday which means yesterday was Monday...meatless Monday! The Green Shells were a big hit a few weeks back, so I went with something similar; tried to up the nutrient factor a bit and came up with this: Green Wonton Manicotti. Once again, it was super easy to make and went over... Continue Reading →
Take Two 