By Jess in MinneapolisIf you’re friends with me on Facebook, you know that I have a tendency to post a lot about working out. In fact, I’d say 90% of my posts are about working out in some form or fashion. My incessant posting has led to some negative feedback in the past, particularly from family or friends who are honest enough to tell me when enough is enough!I’ve definitely been cutting Continue Reading
Failed Fit: Snowy Run in April
By Cool J in MinneapolisSeriously, Minneapolis? It's April 18th! We should not be in the middle of a blizzard!But we are. This is my house. In April. Fail. But it does look kind of pretty, doesn't it? Maybe if it were December!In fact, I even had to put on the Yak Traks again. The City of Minneapolis is usually really good about plowing the trails, but I think they were a Continue Reading
Failed Fit: Running in the Rain
Just as Sven Sundgaard predicted, our long run this morning was plagued by lots of rain. Though the rain did finally let up after 12 miles (out of 17 total), we were all quite soaked by the end. So how does one survive a rainy run? I have a few tidbits of advice. Please share any others that you have! 1. First, invest in a nice waterproof or water resistant running jacket. I have the Brooks Continue Reading
Failed Fit: The People Who Tell You Running is Bad For You.
By Cool J in Minneapolis(Forewarning- Cool J does not keep her cool in this post. I apologize in advance if I offend anyone!)The other day I was explaining to an acquaintance that I was doing some physical therapy for my IT band, which is an overuse injury from running. I was venting a little bit to her about the frustrations of a running injury, to which I received a blank stare. Then, this Continue Reading
Failed Fit: When You Gotta Go, You Gotta Go….
OMG, where is the nearest bathroom? I need it now! Do you think that bush/tree/garbage can is big enough to hide me? What makes better toilet paper- a sock or a leaf? If you have ever had to ask yourself these questions…rest assured, you are not alone. In fact, maybe this is a sign that you are a TRUE runner. Nearly pooped your pants on a run? Badge of honor. Have you ever Continue Reading
Failed Fit? Snowboarding in the Midwest…
By Cool J in MinneapolisHi readers! How was your weekend? Mine is still continuing on, as I have off of work tomorrow for President's Day. Woo-hoo!Weekly recap?Lots of running here.Monday- morning run with Abby and KellyTuesday- morning run with Abby and KellyWednesday- complete rest day. I had planned to go to kettlebells, but got stuck at work. Failed fit!Thursday- Valentine's Day morning tempo Continue Reading
Failed Fit: The Sleeping Bag Jacket
By Cool J in MinneapolisThis week was pretty mild here in Minneapolis, and I took advantage of it with a lot of running mixed with a variety of classes. It felt like a well balanced week that mixed in different types of activities.Sunday: Orange Theory Fitness class and Moksha yoga classMonday: AM runTuesday: AM run, Orange Theory Fitness classWednesday: Kettlebells at Balance Continue Reading