What happens when your third race is your slowest race? My first 5K was 45 minutes, and my second one was 44 minutes. My third 5K was 46 minutes. Do I know what happened? I have suspicions. I had slacked off on my training because one of my knees had been bothering me. I gotContinue reading “Dealing with Disappointment”
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Exercise: Racing?
(Written on October 7, 2023.) I ran my first 5K today! Ran is a bit of a stretch – I never stopped and never walked, so guessing that counts as running. That was my goal – to run the entire 3.10 miles. I didn’t have a time goal – just distance. I haven’t trained toContinue reading “Exercise: Racing?”
Exercise: The Joys of Jogging?
If you’ve reached a certain age, or a certain weight, you might be hesitant to try jogging. Especially if you weren’t a runner before, it seems like a questionable idea, one that can cause injury and possibly even derail your exercise program. It’s always a best to see your medical practitioner before beginning a newContinue reading “Exercise: The Joys of Jogging?”
Exercise: Walking Benefits in 5 Minutes
Today I’d love to share a timely news item which I first heard about on my morning news podcast: walking for just 5 minutes every half hour cuts many health risks from a sedentary lifestyle (1). That is quite a time commitment, but even if you can’t get up and stroll every 30 minutes, youContinue reading “Exercise: Walking Benefits in 5 Minutes”
Sustainability
You’ve likely heard this term before, often involving environmental issues. But the same concepts can be applied to many aspects of our lives, including weight maintenance. Can we continuously support our dietary, exercise, and other healthy lifestyle habits? I’m not writing about eco-friendly eating here, though it’s definitely a concern. I want to keep thisContinue reading “Sustainability”
Exercise: Walking Overview
When I was on my weight loss journey, I became consistent with a few helpful habits. Perhaps only second to diet is the habit of exercise. I believe that to continue with maintenance success, physical activity is crucial. Is that your experience as well? Exercise can take many forms, and it may be best ifContinue reading “Exercise: Walking Overview”
Maintain Weight Loss 