A Week in My Life – Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023 For work, I coach one swim session. I know I said I have “work-free” weekends…I guess this technically isn’t true. However, this one swim session is one of my most enjoyable coaching sessions of the week! It’s relaxed, loose, mellow & fun! Is it technically
A Week in My Life – Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023 For work, NONE! Years ago, I made a commitment to work-free weekends. When you’re self-employed, it’s easy to make every day a workday. But have real, full, relaxing, freedom-filled weekends are SO important! I value that time. It gives me brain space to focus on
Two weeks ago, I started my “A Week in My Life” series by posting up what a typical Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday look like for me in terms of: Training-work-life balance Daily nutrition Rest & recovery How I spend my free time I did this not so that you can compare your days to mine…but rather
Skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs are one of the most economical protein sources out there. Unfortunately though, folks often shy away from them because of the skin & bones! But…once you’ve worked with them & experienced the deliciousness that the skin & bones add to dishes…you’ll look for ways to use them! Here’s a fabulous recipe
My weeks are VERY varied – both for work & workout schedules. Currently I’m currently training for three events: the 13-mi run of Ironman 70.3 Oregon in July, the 41-mi Timberline Trail hike over Labor Day & riding the 34-mi Whole Enchilada Trail in Sept. As a general rule I try to keep bedtime &
A Week in My Life – Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023 For work, Wednesdays are a combo of in-person appts & computer work. I often take this day as a Rest Day because Tues’ are when I do my longer run. But, since I made yesterday a Rest Day, I was ready to exercise…and my Oura
A Week in My Life – Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023 For work, Tuesdays are a long day – I start at 5:30AM & finish at 6:00PM. Thank goodness I have a partner who’s willing to cook dinner for me!! Whew…! Normally I like to do my long interval run on Tuesdays. But, despite my decent
A Week in My Life: A Day-by-Day Look No Comparisons. This is a KEY concept that I try to live by & help my athletes accept. It’s easy to understand the risks of comparing ourselves to others. We’re all unique individuals which means that what works for one won’t necessarily work the same way for
It’s starting to feel like Spring is a-comin’! The robins are filling the trees & warmer temps are getting me excited to be outside. I LOVE this time of year! I also LOVE the change in foods that Spring brings. It’s finally time to step away from the winter squashes & instead fill my grocery
Running your first marathon can be awesome…or not. Recently Deb Ausman completed her first marathon. Take as read as she details “What I Learned from My First Marathon Experience”! “I’ve been a runner since I was 14 yrs old, but I’ve never wanted to run a marathon. I always said that I love running too