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At least 99 percent of running is just showing up, getting out there and putting one foot in front of the other. John Hanc, The Essential Runner

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I'm really excited about running races in 2012. Like I said before, I plan on running at least one half marathon on this year. I'm thinking it's going to be the Jenks Aquarium Half in April which means I need to get busy training. I also want to run the Frigid 5 Miler in Edmond which is in February. Doesn't that sound fun...running in the freezing cold? The Wish Lemons 5K in Tulsa in March is a

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I love the Eat This, Not That information. I got the new book for Christmas. Is it weird that I get excited about that kind of gift? Check out the link below to help your kids steer clear of the worst kids meal food. Top 10 Worst Kids' Meals

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Records are meant to be broken, but those moments are far and few between. Every adventure offers an opportunity to evolve, explore, and celebrate life. And that is the gift that keeps on giving.Coach Jenny Hadfield, Ask Coach Jenny, Runner's World.com

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Confession: Sometimes I hate eating vegetables. It feels so good to get that out in the open. Luckily, when I'm feeling like I can't be healthy I have an awesome recipe for corn salsa. I brought it to a New Year's Eve party and it was a big hit. Even my kids like it. I know I've posted the recipe here before but it's one worth repeating. Emily's Corn Salsa Recipe6 Roma Tomatoes2 Green Pepper (or

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"Stick to a task till it sticks to you. Beginners are many, finishers few."As I've confessed, over the past few months I've let my work out regimen slide a little...okay a lot. I haven't stopped all together but, I've taken it easy. Yesterday I knew I needed to take the boys out for a jog. Honestly, I didn't want to. I wanted to stay home, clean, eat M&Ms and have one more lazy day. Randomly,

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Today is our first real-life post holiday day. We are all on detox from our Christmas and New Year's adventures. Our one healthy Christmas moment was this run with Santa at my husband's work. Besides that it has been treats, no sleep, lazing around and enjoying the excitement of the holidays. I've loved it but now it's time to get back on track.I love the New Year. I love the feeling of a new

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I love how she says "faithful-not fast." Through the years, I've been a faithful - not fast - jogger, and I've kept it up for many reasons: to boost my mood as a homesick freshman at Boston University, to retain my sanity when I moved to Manhattan and was nearly eaten alive by the city's chaos, to keep married life from going straight to my hips. Bethany Gumper, Hitting My Stride,

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The other day I came across a bunch of race bibs and wondered what I'd do with them. Today, I came across these ideas on Etsy. SO COOL! (Hint: Christmas is in a week and my birthday is in April.)Running Bib Hanger: Isn't this so much cuter than having a pile of bibs stuffed in a drawer somewhere?Race Bib Coasters: You send in your race bib and it comes back as a coaster. Too bad nothing in my

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Today I've been thinking about strategies to avoid gaining a million pounds this season. I remembered a segment featuring Joy Bauer, nutritionist on the Today Show, about making smart decisions during the holidays. I love her tips because they are totally do-able (says the girl who's eating a frosted sugar cookie while writing this). One of my favorite Joy Bauer tips is her "Rule of One.""Follow

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My running buddy Andria introduced me to an awesome hair stylist/running named Christa. It's great because when I go to get my hair cut and colored she makes me look cute (seriously, she's super talented) and talks about running. Perfect scenario right?! If you're needing some inspiration, read her story below. If you need a hair cut or total hair make-over (what I needed), contact her for an

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Right after Thanksgiving, my poor little three year old got super sick with a cold. His eyes were red and water, he coughed all night and his nose was runny. Luckily, there was no fever. Also luckily, he's a pretty good sport about being sick and chooses to play all day still. Unfortunately he found out really quickly that he had germs that we didn't want. As an act of rebellion, he'd cough on us

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I think it's ridiculous to try and loose weight or break any athletic records during the holidays. I'm sure there are people who do it successfully but that's not me. My goal from now until Christmas is to enjoy my favorite sweets and food but not go overboard, i.e. I don't need to eat until I get sick. Obviously, I'll also exercise but I'm not going to cry if I don't match my best running

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I ran the Edmond Turkey Trot with my family and a couple friends on Thanksgiving. After that, I spent the rest of the day stuffing my face. It was pretty much the perfect day. I didn't get my best time...partly because my speedy little three year old ran a little with me and I had to run him back to Daddy (notice how he's celebrating his running success with my race t-shirt). Running with family

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My friend Laura and I ran the Susan G Komen race together last month. She dominates as a runner and as a mom. I love what she says about why she runs, "...it makes me feel young and amazing." What Laura doesn't mention is that she bikes, plays tennis and works out at the gym. She also finds time to take care of four kids and is always doing nice things for others like hosting baby showers or

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I found a great article on Runner'sWorld.Com that talks about how regular foods can assist in the healing process. I'm usually skeptical about taking a million different supplements (I do take some) so learning about how normal foods can help heal is a point of interest to me. The more I learn about food, the more I become obsessed with blueberries. I could eat them every day...good thing they're

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Even though I haven't blogged in forever, I'm still running. Life just gets busy...as I'm sure you know. I have family coming in for Thanksgiving and I'm excited that they're going to run the Edmond Turkey Trot with me. It's not too late for you to sign up too. Don't you think a 5K is the best way to begin a day of gorging yourself on yummy food?

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"If you set a goal for yourself and are able to achieve it, you have won your race. Your goal can be to come in first, to improve your performance, or just finish the race. It's up to you. "Dave Scott, U.S. Triathlete

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I saw a recipe on Runner'sWorld.Com that looked interesting. Sweet Potato Muffins anyone? I plan on trying it soon. If any of you try it before I get a chance, let me know how it turns out. Sweet Potato Muffinsby Mark Bittman

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Today I was at the gym and saw an older gentleman lifting weights. I noticed him because he was hooked up to a breathing machine. That's dedication...showing up to the gym with a breathing machine. I would have gone up to talk with him but didn't want to be a weirdo.The other day I was watching the Today Show and Joy Bauer was giving nutritional advice. A self professed overweight, inactive

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I had a wonderful time at the Susan G Komen Race for the Cure this past Saturday. Not only was it a great event, but I also felt great during and after the race. I used to make fun of my mom because she cries at everything...not just the 'normal' things like weddings but everything...like if she sees a kid being nice to another kid, she gets all blubbery about how sweet it is. I freely admit that

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Do you ever use your kids as an excuse to eat junk food? Lately I've realized that I do it a lot. I'll have a craving for fast food and I'll say something to my three year old like, "Do you want to have a peanut butter sandwich for lunch or a hamburger?" I know he'll choose the burger and then I'll be like, "I'm already at Braums. Why not get ice cream too?" I've also been known to say something

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I'm totally obsessed with this blog. It's written by one of my friends from high school who's super clever, cute, fun...I could go on and on. It addresses almost everything pertaining to mommyhood....really womanhood in general. Check it out and you'll be hooked too. Today there was a great post about staying healthy. I loved it!5 Easy and Practical Ways to Boost Your Health

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I'm totally pumped about the Race for the Cure coming up in OKC on the 15 of October. I hope to see you there.

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Vitamin Supplements have been a mystery to me for a long time. I know I should be taking them but I don't know what to take. Sometimes I hear that the only thing supplements do it make your pee really expensive. Sometimes I hear that if I don't take supplements I'll die an early, painful death. I'm pretty sure the reality lies somewhere in the middle. The other day I came across an article in

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Last weekend I went to Dallas to run the Tour de Fleur with my brother and sister-in-law. (Aren't they a cute couple?) My sister in law, April ran the 20K and my brother Brian and I ran the 10K. April dominated. She's been training for a while and even though it was super humid and disgusting outside, April finished in an awesome time and looked like a rock star. I wish I could say the same

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I'm so excited about this great weather, I can barely stand it. In fact, I think I'm going to go for a little night time jog once my kids are down. In the meantime, I need to be the "mom" part of Oklahoma Running Mom. Have a great day and happy running.

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I'm not one of those people who log major miles when I'm out of town. The point of vacation is to take a break...right? With that being said, I usually do take time to do something active while I'm out of town. For one, I really enjoy running and it's a fun way to discover new places. Also, I always eat more junk food when I'm out of town and logging a run makes me feel less guilty about it (by "

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I hope everyone had a fabulous Labor Day. Mine was the best because we went to Portland for my brother-in-law's wedding and now I have an awesome new sister-in-law. Stay tuned for a Portland running update but today I want to share my new favorite app. I've recently entered the world of the iPhone. A couple weeks ago I downloaded MapMyRUN. Even though it's not as accurate as those fancy Garmin

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"Running! If there is any activity happier, more exhilarating, more nourishing to the imagination, I can't think of what it might be." Joyce Carol Oats American Author

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Do you like how my blog post title sounds like a No Fear shirt? Ah...90s t-shirts how we miss you. Anyway... I wanted to re-introduce you to my cousin Fleur's blog. Every time I read it, I feel uplifted. She's an amazing woman. Check it out. Fleur Shrinks

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In keeping with the theme of firming things up (see last post), I thought I'd address planks again. They're super hard but you get great results. Click on the links below to learn more. This one is advice from my Fleet Feet running coach. Oh how I wish we had a Fleet Feet in OKC. New Places and New Faces This one walks you through what you need to do to execute a plank properly. Love,

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I've pretty much lost all my pregnancy weight but I have to admit that everything isn't like it was before. Without going into to too much detail, lets just say my booty shakes in a way that rappers don't really sing about. After my first, I discovered that the best way to loose the shake is to do lunges. Even though I absolutely hate them, I've started back. From what I've learned, the most

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"When people ask me why I run, I tell them, there's not really a reason, it's just the adrenaline when you start, and the feeling when you cross the finish line, and know that you are a winner no matter what place you got." Courtney Parsons

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We love The Berenstain Bears at our house so the other day when we were at the store, I let my toddler choose a new book. I'm pretty sure he picked this one because of all the candy on the front. Little did he know that it was an anti-candy book. He's at the stage where we wants to read the same book over and over and over and over and over......so we've read this a lot. The basic plot: Papa,

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My two...almost three...year old has been asking to go running with me, "Not in the stroller Mom!" As you can imagine, having a kid that wants to run with me is about the coolest thing ever. The other night we went out while my husband stayed home with our baby. My mini marathoner was a champ. He'd start to slow down so I'd ask him if he wanted to walk which made him speed up because we were out

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I like dogs...sometimes...but I think I can speak for most when I say an unleashed dog is not something you want to meet out on a run. I was out the other day and man's best decided he wanted to be my best friend. The dog jumped on me and followed me half way down the street. Yikes! At least he was friendly. Today I did a little research on how to stay safe when approached by a dog and found a

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"Nobody cares if you're not a good dancer. Just get up and dance. The same holds true for racing. Whether first or last, we all cross that same finish line. Just get out there and run." Dean Karnazes Ultrarunner and Best-Selling Author

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Today I woke up early to go running only to be met with thunder and lighting. I enjoy running in the rain but felt a little nervous about all the thunder and lighting so I headed home after about half a mile. I kinda wanted to crawl back in bed but decided to do yoga instead. I've read a million times that yoga is great for runners but I've never really gotten into it. I few months ago a friend

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Once again, Kristin Armstrong's blog totally spoke to me. If you want to feel all warm and fuzzy, click on the link below to read her post. "When my children were young, I ran for my sanity, I ran for myself, I ran to set a good example because they watched me move. Today they run alongside me. We run because we can." Because We Can

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Here I am once again apologizing for not keeping up with the blog. Come on Em get with it. The last few days have been more than a little bit trying. What I thought was a cold turned out to be bronchitis (BOO!!!) and, as you know, when we get sick our kids don't say, "You know Mom I can see that you're having a hard time so I'll just go ahead and take care of myself today." In midst of my 103

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Boo!! My boys and I have come down with a nasty summer cold. It's completely baffling to me that one can have a cold when it's 110 degrees outside. I know I've posted about Emergen-C in the past but it's so great that it's worth repeating. My toddler and I just downed some this morning...hopefully we'll be done sniffling soon.

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Because my baby is eating solid foods, I'm more conscious of organic. In an ideal world, I'd love to buy everything organic but I just don't have the money. I also don't have the time to travel everywhere to find all organic things. Today I came across a slideshow on WebMD detailing the most important foods to buy organic. Check it out and make more informed decisions at the grocery store.Organic

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I found a great article on Runner'sWorld.com about finding time to run when on vacation.Road-Trip Runs by Jeff GallowayIt kinda drives me crazy when I hear people say that it's not worth it to work out if you can't at least get a certain amount of time. My philosophy is that anything is better than nothing.The article actually reminded me of how Bekah sometimes wears her running clothes and

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I'm obsessed with this book right now. I'm thinking about getting it for every girl I know. Check it out and I'm sure you'll feel the same way.

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At least once a week I see an advertisement that says something like, "It's easy, on this diet you can loose weight in two days without exercise or diet" or "Change your body without changing your lifestyle." What's the cliche? "If it sounds too good to be true, it is."A couple of weeks ago I heard an amazing sermon at church. The speaker said, "In the Gospel of Jesus Christ there are no

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You may wonder, "What does this have to do with running?" Answer, "Not a lot." However, if we make healthy choices now we get to be cool, cute, vibrant oldies. Also, I wanted to post this for Bekah because she's going to live until she's 100. Have a great day!

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Because it's hotter than h-e-double hockey sticks (mom's don't swear but it's okay to spell it...right?), plain water doesn't cut it for me. I've had an obsession with Propel for a while. It gives me an added boost without the extra sugar and calories found in Gatorade. What are you doing to beat the heat?

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One of the many cool things about being a mom is that the moment you become one, you're automatically inducted into what I like to call the "Mom Club." As part of the "Mom Club" you can update your blog after being absent for months without having to apologize over and over or explain yourself. Right? :) We are moved in and are begining to feel settled so now I'm back. Hooray for running!

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At my house, we've been super busy getting ready for the big move. (I guess you can't really characterize it as BIG if you're only going an hour and a half away.) I was pleasantly surprised to sit down at my computer after a long day and find that my husband's cousin (would that make her my cousin-in-law?) started a running blog. HOORAY! She lives in Chicago and runs all the time. Check it out!

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Throughout the course of the day you can usually find me holding a baby or a car seat or a toddler or a bag of groceries...or all of the above. Consequently, by the end of the day I usually feel a little like Quasimodo. I know I need to practice better posture but I also need to add some back strengthening exercises into my daily routine. I know, I know, none of us really have time to add one

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These are the last ladies I met at the Sweetheart Run. Aren't they sassy?? I love it. Ariane and Debbie ran their first 5K in August. It took them 55 minutes. This run took them 44. What an impressive time cut! They both talked about the feeling of accomplishment that comes with achieving goals and improving their health. They also talked about their supervisor from work, Nikki a.k.a Jillian,

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Amy and Lorelei started running because of a challenge at work where the company paid for their registration (great idea). They've continued running to keep fit. Lorelei mentioned that running "gives (her) family an example to follow." Don't you love the way they're smiling at the end of a race.? They make it look effortless. Nice job ladies!!

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Often, the enjoyment is the training before and the memory after.Doug KurtisFormer Marathon Race Director

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Because of all the craziness that has been happening in my life, I never took the chance to finish introducing you to some of the awesome ladies I met at the Sweetheart Run in February. This is Tracy. Aren't her kids adorable? Besides the fact that she has four kids who are all smiling at the same time, Tracy is amazing because she ran the 5K pregnant. She told me that she started running after

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I'm SO excited that Strollin' Moms is starting tomorrow. There is a place for all walking/running levels so don't feel intimidated. Also, it's a great chance to get to know other moms. I hope to see you there!! 9:15 am at the Fleet Feet Kingspoint Store (61st and Yale)

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I realize that I haven't updated this entire week and my posts before that have been spotty.Life here has been crazy. My husband accepted a job in Oklahoma City a few weeks ago and we are moving in two weeks. Because of this, I've been frantically trying to get our house ready to sell and my family ready to head out. Luckily, my husband's job is keeping us in state so I can still be an Oklahoma

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I've run the Wish Lemons 5K the past two years and have had a blast. It's a well run and friendly race. When I ran in 2009 it snowed the entire time. In 2010 I was in my first trimester of pregnancy. Obviously, if I liked it under those circumstances it's a pretty great race. I hope to see you out there this Saturday, March 26. Click below for registration details.

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A few months ago we gave a strawberry muffin to my toddler. He loved it until the muffin started to fall apart. He broke down crying. I'm not talking about a little whimper; I'm talking a full on toddler cry fest...red face, snot bubbles, the whole nine yards. "Fix it Mommy! Fix IT!!!" I tried not to laugh and explained, "That's just what muffins do." He finally calmed down and ate his

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Marlene is Kimberly's mother-in-law and they were out running together on Saturday. What a great combo! Marlene has taught cross country for 30 years. Like most of us, she said that once she gets going she's hooked. "Running gives me more energy."Kimberly's friend convinced her to train for a half marathon and now she's hooked. In fact her goal is to run a half marathon in all 50 states.

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I bombarded this group of girls before the race. Meet Michele, Elizabeth, Jan and Lindsey. Michele runs to clear her head. "It's the only me time I get and a fit way to do it."Elizabeth shared her reasons with me via email. I love how she uses running to solve problems. "I started running in high school to stay in shape. I never really liked it but I didn't hate it either. I started really

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I met Rebecca and her cute little baby boy at the Sweetheart Run. Can you believe how awesome she looks? Her baby is only two months old. Like many of us, Rebecca runs to relieve stress. She said that it makes her a happier person...."it makes me a better wife and mom." She also talked about how in the past she'd run races and see kids with signs cheering their mom on; now she's excited to

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I had an awesome time at the Sweetheart Run this past Saturday. The weather was beautiful! I ran the 5K which was just one flat loop. I met awesome ladies. It was the perfect first post baby run. Now I'm even more excited about the upcoming races this year. Stay tuned this week to see profiles of the cool running moms I met at the race.

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I'm totally pumped about the Sweetheart Run tomorrow. It's going to be my first race back after Baby #2. I hope to see you there!! Stay tuned for a review of the race.Em

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For all you beginners, or maybe just for all runners, I discovered this website and thought it was really useful. It's the Road Runners Club of America's site and has tons of tips for running: etiquette, running in heat or cold, and most important, safety tips!Post by: Bek

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Last Thursday I broke out with a horrible case of hives. We don't need to go into details...let's just say that a picture of the total coverage would be a little inappropriate. To top it off, my baby had his two month check up (the same day) and he hasn't been gaining enough weight. Because of that, I need to make sure that he can nurse more frequently. Bonus, hives are making my milk supply

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With all this snow, it's nearly impossible to get a good outside run. Check out the article below to learn how to maximize the effectiveness of your treadmill exercise. Better on the Insideby Jeff Galloway

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This is how I feel lately. (FYI: This isn't an actual picture of me.)I put on a pair of pants yesterday and they were still post baby tight. Arg! I LOVE my baby but not my baby fat. Today I've been thinking a little about why I still have the notorious post baby muffin top. My answer: excuses. I'll list a few I've made over the past few months:1. I'm pregnant, I deserve to eat what I want.2. I

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Hooray! I'm so excited because I just registered for the Sweetheart Run on February 12. Hopefully the snow melts by then. I hope to see you there! Click below to register.

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Ah, the joys of new running shoes. Yesterday I went to Fleet Feet and bought these beauties. (Side Note: I can't say enough about the quality service provided by Fleet Feet. I've been to the other running stores in town and they just don't compare.)Last night after my babies' bedtimes, I went for a little pre-blizzard run. It was amazing. As I was running my knees didn't hurt, my feet weren't

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If this quote isn't motivating, I don't know what is. I had it on my wall when I trained for the St. George marathon.Somewhere in the world someone is training when you are not. When you race him, he will win. RUN. Posted by: Bekah

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I recently discovered this page on the Nike website with tons of running tips. I think it's a great resource for all runners.Posted by: Bek

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My recent running buddy has become a necessity for all runs. She is smart and keeps me in line when I'm slowing and wanting to quit early. She goes with me everywhere and I don't know how I ever ran without her. She is totally adaptable and always lets me pick the music. Her name? Nike+iPod. My favorite running shoe is the Nike Pegasus, which is compatible with my BFF--perfect! I have been

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My amazing sister in law has been in town this past week. One of the things I love about her is that she actively plays with her kids...and my kids. For example, she doesn't sit in a lawn chair and watch her daughter jump on the trampoline, she gets up there and bounces too. As a result, she's healthy and so are her kids. More importantly, her kids know that she enjoys being around them.

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If you frequently read this blog, you know that I'm obsessed with Kristin Armstrong. Here are some words of wisdom from her most recent post on Mile Markers, "Talk Nice." Can you think with me for a second about what we could really do if we stopped telling ourselves that we couldn't? If we changed old habits of self talk, and rephrased our way to victory? I challenge you to listen to the way

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Just do the best with what you have, and you'll soon be doing it better.Gil Hodges, American first baseman and manager in Major League Baseball

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As of late, a bunch of people have asked me about what they need to get started with running. Hooray for New Year's Resolutions and more lovely ladies taking up my favorite sport. Below are a few things that I think are essential to have for a quality running experience.For me the most important two things to purchase are running socks and running shoes. I'm a big bargain shopper (coupon

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I really don't believe in fear. I believe in putting in the work.Deena Kastor

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I had my six week post baby check up yesterday and I'm officially free to exercise. HOORAY! I celebrated by a late night run yesterday and tonight (by late night I mean 8:30 which is pretty late for me these days). As I was running in the freezing cold, I glanced up at the sky full of stars and thought of one of my favorite poems.When I heard the learn'd astronomer;When the proofs, the figures,

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Click below for some great information about how to stay healthy during cold and flu season.Foods that Fight Sickness

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This next week is supposed to bring our coldest weather of the season. Believe me, I know the thought of getting all bundled up to go outside and freeze your...um...run...off, isn't that appealing. BUT, as any runner knows, you will feel good once you're out there. You'll feel especially good about maintaining your running during any season. Check out the article below for some strategies to

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Have you ever heard of intuitive eating? My four year old niece has this concept mastered. I'm going to try and adopt her words of wisdom to enjoy a healthier New Year. Sometimes, your tongue wants more and more, but you got to listen to your tummy because he says, 'I'm full.'

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You may remember me talking about my amazing cousin Fleur who lost 65lbs by making healthy life changes. I asked her to give us some advice about how she avoids over-indulging during the holidays. Learn more from her at http://www.fleurshrinks.blogspot.com/."I have over-indulged a few times. I proved to myself that I have changed some of my habits though- because eating too much junk made me feel

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Winning has nothing to do with racing. Most days don't have races anyway. Winning is about struggle and effort and optimism, and never, ever, ever giving up.Amby Burfoot, The Runner's Guide to the Meaning of Life

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I would say that planks are my worst enemy because they are so dang hard, but I attribute my post baby flat stomach (that's post first baby...I'm still working on a flat post second baby stomach) to them which was pretty awesome. Having a strong core is a key factor in becoming a better runner. After I had my first baby, I committed to doing planks multiple times a week. Like I said, it

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A couple of posts ago, I talked about 20 minute workouts. Click below to read a great article from Runner's World detailing a few short exercises to keep you in shape throughout the holiday season. Just 20 MinutesJeff Galloway

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I realize I've been MIA for the past couple weeks but I decided that having a baby is a good excuse to slack off for a little bit. Today was my husbands first day back at work and I feel like I need to get back in the saddle too. Everything is going wonderfully with my new little baby boy and my big boy is starting to like our new addition so we're all happy and healthy here.I feel great and

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Our baby finally decided to come last night at 8:16pm. He weighs 7lbs and is 20 1/2 inches long. Everyone is doing really well and we're all happy about the new addition. As I've been thinking about yesterday's experience, I have to say that labor is harder than any race you'll ever run. Remember that when you think you can't do it. We all can do a lot more than we think.

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My due date is tomorrow! I was out walking this morning, enjoying the beautiful weather (can you believe it's fall??) and thinking about how crazy things will be over the next few weeks.Because I love exercise, I always questions how I'll be able to fit it in. Yesterday I was reading Runner's World Magazine and it talked about how even a 20 minute workout makes a difference. Even though the next

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I can't believe I've been such a "running mom slacker" as of late. I wish I had a good excuse for not posting but I don't. My due date is quickly approaching (November 23) and I've been busy getting everything ready for baby #2 and for Christmas. I actually love the right before part of pregnancy...aka nesting...because after months of being exhausted, I feel really productive. Anyway...

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When I was in college I got a minor in Gerontology which included several classes on aging and required an internship. I realize this is a totally random minor or even interest to have, but I have to say, I fell in love with the old people I was around. They were so inspiring and I found myself wanting to be like them. I went to several gerontology conferences and volunteered at the Huntsman

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I met Terry at the Tulsa Run and was excited to hear about why she runs. As always, I'd love to hear from all of you."I run to release stress and burn calories. The Tulsa Run and other runs are such a feeling of accomplishment, This is my second one ever & it is a great feeling to be able to run and finish the race!"Terry

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I LOVE candy! I know I should be smart and walk away but I just can't...I mean don't. SO, here is my questions for you. How do you avoid over indulging during the holidays?

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The Tulsa Run was beautiful! I had such a blast running with my friends. I also met some great ladies who were good sports about me taking their post race pictures. One of my favorite things about running in races is watching the successes of others. I saw cute kids running their first 5K. I was happy that I got to be there with my friend Jasmine to enjoy her first 5K. (By "with" I mean she

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I'm really excited about the Tulsa Run tomorrow! Hopefully I'll see you there. I'll be the one with the big belly, waddling to the finish. :)

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It's not like somebody else can run a marathon for you. It's all you out there. Finishing means you can say, "There's not a lot I can't do."Kenneth Feld, Owner, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus I feel the same way about labor...except that giving birth is a million times harder. Don't underestimate what you can do because being a mom is much more challenging than any race you'll ever

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I got an email a few days asking the following question about strengthening hips. In my research, I discovered that many problems (other than just sore hips) occur when your hips aren't strong (i.e. IT Band problems). Read the Runner's World article below to learn proper ways to strengthen your hips and improve strength throughout the entire leg. Question:"So, I started running again this week

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I met Diane at Strollin' Moms and am so grateful that she is willing to share her running story. I love how quickly one can become addicted to running. Keep it up Diane!! "About a year before I discovered I was pregnant, my husband, the Marine who had lots of running experience, challenged me to run with him one morning. I refused right away so of course he kept bugging me about it. I like

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These are my weakness lately. I LOVE M&Ms and have to admit that I've had more than my fair share this week. Today I was reading one of my favorite new blogs: Fleur Shrinks. I love the way she is open and honest about her success and challenges with creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.Her most recent post is about resisting the urge to binge on Halloween Candy. If you're like me, I need

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I really like this quote because it is true for both running and motherhood. "It takes patience to become the best runner you can be. Top athletes realize that running is a long-term sport. It is set up for people who value delayed gratification and who like hard-earned success. " Anthony Famiglietti, two-time Olympian and six-time national champion

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