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Crossfit Withdrawal
My gym is in the middle of transitioning to a new location and construction has delayed the opening... :'-( Tabata in the morning is just not doing it anymore... I'm going through withdrawal. I can't wait til the 26th. *fingers crossed* I can feel my muscles atrophy as I type.
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Inspired by this today
In 1967, Kathrine Switzer was the first woman to run the Boston marathon. After realizing that a woman was running, race organizer Jock Semple went after Switzer shouting, “Get the hell out of my race and give me those numbers.” However, Switzer’s boyfriend and other male runners provided a protective shield during the…
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The NEW FAD Diet Craze
When people find out how much weight I've lost, I'm always asked. How did you do it? And they ask it with such hunger in their eyes. Tell me your secret. I always shrug and say, "It's no big secret. I watch what I eat and I exercise more." The hungry eyes turn to disappointment. "Oh... I guess that makes sense... " and I…
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Has anyone done Tough Mudder?
Billed as the toughest event in the world. Tough Mudder events are hardcore 10-12 mile obstacle courses designed by British Special Forces to test your all around strength, stamina, mental grit, and camaraderie. http://toughmudder.com/ I've got friends trying to convince to train for the event in June. Part of me wants to…
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Mom, and newbie fitness geek seeking new friends
I'm a 40 yr single mom with 2 girls. I'm a geek and proud of it. Now I find that I'm turning into a fitness geek. LOL. And I'm proud of that too. My daughter has exclaimed if she hears me talk about anything fitness related one more time she is going to sabotage my diet and bake shortbread cookies everyday. I've been on…
