Monthly Archives: October 2011

Sugar-Free Halloween

Posted on October 31, 2011 by

As I write this I’m listening for Trick or Treaters’ knocks at the door. I think Halloween 2011 is just about over.  So far only five little kidlets have come by. Had hubs divided all the candy among them, each … Continue reading →

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Loving the Off Season

Posted on October 30, 2011 by

Yesterday I finished my first week of my “off season” fitness plan. I loved it. On Monday and Wednesday I attended a “sculpt” class. Think weight lifting with cardio thrown in. On Tuesday and Thursday I did 30-minute intervals on … Continue reading →

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So, What’s Next?

Posted on October 24, 2011 by

Several folks have asked me that question following last month’s marathon attempt. I’ve purposely waited until last weekend’s half marathon was behind me before answering. So, here’s what’s next. 1. I plan to keep my running mileage high enough to … Continue reading →

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A Rewarding Half Marathon

Posted on October 21, 2011 by

As I mentioned in my most recent post, I was registered for a half marathon last Saturday. I had a really bad week leading up to it and I simply did not have the energy to participate. I emailed the … Continue reading →

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A Bad Day Became an Exhausting Week

Posted on October 16, 2011 by

As I’ve mentioned, last Monday was a bad day. Looking back, things started unraveling last Saturday. I was scheduled to run eight miles but I could only manage 5.3 due to severe fatigue. Following Monday’s funkified mood, my outlook improved … Continue reading →

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Restless, Irritable, Discontent

Posted on October 10, 2011 by

Sorry to be a buzz kill, but those words perfectly describe my mood today. All day. I woke up a funkafied mess . I pulled the covers over my head and slept another hour, skipping my workout. Maybe I was … Continue reading →

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It Was Wild In The West

Posted on October 9, 2011 by

Hubs and I just returned from a week out West. Jackson, WY served as home base. We spent most of our time hiking in Grand Teton National Park and one day in Yellowstone. It was a great trip. It was … Continue reading →

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A Quick Check-in

Posted on October 1, 2011 by

I’ve been on the go, go, go and haven’t had a chance to blog, blog, blog. I’ve received calls from friends asking what I’m going to do next regarding fitness goals. I’ve got several things in mind and hope to … Continue reading →

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