By Anne, on January 31st, 2012 “We need coaches to prescribe rest rather than workload, as athletes will always overdose.” –Jureg Feldman, FACT Canada
“You need to take two full rest days immediately.”
My trainer was scolding me! I couldn’t believe I was hearing this — again. I thought to myself, I’m running less, like he asked. I’m cross-training MORE, like he said. I even have biceps from doing nearly 30 straight days of workouts! He should be impressed!
I could feel my skin getting warm. I felt ashamed of myself for not being able to do more and ‘get away with it’. He could see it on my face, yet . . . → Read More: Being Held Back: The Dilemma of Rest
By Tracey, on January 30th, 2012 Everybody’s talking about Pinterest lately. Amy mentioned it a while back on this blog too. When I initially signed up I got really into pinning motivational fitness photos and mantras. (You can check out my board here.) Lately though when I scroll through people’s fitness pins, my eye has been drawn to all the mini-circuit workouts that are being posted. For example:
Source: thinfithot.tumblr.com via Kathy on Pinterest
I’ve been stuck at home with a sick kid or two a number of times this winter. Each time that has happened I’ve had to motivate myself to get in my . . . → Read More: Inspiration via Pinterest
By Tracey, on January 27th, 2012 Well it looks like our “weekly” link round up has turned into more of a… monthly thing. But that’s ok! Here are a few little gems you might want to check out while you’re sipping your morning coffee this weekend:
Photo by Roger Price.
A runner’s guide to yoga classes. Finding the right style of class for your needs.
Review of the most popular fitness DVDs: Includes Jackie Warner, Bob Harper, INSANITY and Zumba Fitness.
Want to be a fit bride? OnMilwaukee has a deal for health coaching + yoga! (Only a few hours left!)
Need a good laugh? Read this: 27 Rules of the . . . → Read More: Link Round Up
By Anne, on January 26th, 2012 Now that the Indoor Marathon relay events are over, you’re just itching to get back to the Pettit for a run, aren’t you? I know we are! We’re looking forward to the Stride & Glide at the Pettit, and this year they’ve added an outdoor 5k next door at State Fair. Read on for more information about the events:
Stride & Glide at the Pettit
IndependenceFirst is hosting our third annual Stride & Glide on March 3, adding an outdoor 5K at Wisconsin State Fair Park to our indoor family-friendly fun run/walk/ice skating event at the Pettit National Ice Center. Both options . . . → Read More: Stride & Glide for IndependenceFirst
By Tracey, on January 24th, 2012 Photo by o5com.
For some people eating healthy comes naturally. Others find it easier to exercise consistently but have a hard time being as diligent with diet and nutrition. I’ve always fallen into the latter category. You’ll have to hold me down to get me to take a rest day from running but when it comes to food, I want it all. There was an interesting article in Time magazine a couple of years ago called “Why Exercise Won’t Make You Thin.” While I think the title is a little disingenuous, I could totally relate to some of the points discussed. For . . . → Read More: Rediscovering Food Journaling
By Anne, on January 23rd, 2012 Have you ever considered climbing to the top of the US Bank building? You know, the tallest building of Milwaukee’s skyline? Well it’s time to climb!
US Bank Center
The Fight for Air Climb is 8 weeks away and Fit Milwaukee has started a team. We have 8 weeks to train!
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When I first started running a few years ago, I thought running was everything. After exhausting nearly every type of running event from fun 5k to trail marathon, I decided this is the year to try some other ways to stay fit. The first thing on my radar is the Fight for . . . → Read More: Join Team FitMKE at the Fight for Air Climb
By Anne, on January 19th, 2012 Fit Milwaukee would like to introduce one more team for the Indoor Marathon Relay events!
TEAM ZAMBONI!
Kristi
Kristi
The first race I ever did?
Kenosha Tremper Invitational (high school CC) 1997
My favorite piece of running gear?
DryMax socks
What is your favorite Milwaukee area running event?
Storm the Bastille, running through downtown at night!
If you could run anywhere in the world, where would you run?
On a trail (anwhere) as long as it’s fall!
Name the top three items on your running bucket list.
1. qualify for Boston under the new standards
2. run NYC, Chicago, and Marine Corps Marathons
3. run a multi-day relay
Maressa
Maressa
The first race I ever did? . . . → Read More: Meet the Relay Team: Team Zamboni
By Anne, on January 18th, 2012 Fit Milwaukee would like to introduce TEAM B.A.S.E (Ben, Alex, Sheila, Emily aka Boston, Athlete, Stamina, Endurance)
Emily
Emily
The first race I ever did?
The Cudahy run
My favorite piece of running gear?
Headphones or sports bra.
My favorite Milwaukee area running event:
Bastille’s Days and Al’s run.
If you could run anywhere in the world, where would you run?
Ireland.
Name the top three items on your running bucket list.
1. Run a marathon
2. Run my third 1/2 marathon under 2 hours
3. To not fall on my face ever again.
Ben
Ben
The first race I ever did?
Big Berry Run (Cedarburg)
My favorite piece of running gear?
Orange shorts
What is your favorite Milwaukee area . . . → Read More: Meet the Relay Team: Team B.A.S.E.
By Anne, on January 18th, 2012 The big day is coming up: the Milwaukee-area runner’s reunion that we refer to as the Icebreaker Indoor Marathon Relay! Here are a few tips to get you through the day… sort of like an FAQ from what we’ve learned in previous years.
Team Pit Areas: When you arrive at the Pettit Center, once your team captain has picked up your team’s race bag, you will be able to claim a spot for your team along the side of the track. Before the race starts you can place your belongings, warm ups, and water bottles here, and during the race it will . . . → Read More: Tips for the Icebreaker Indoor Marathon Relay
By Anne, on January 17th, 2012 We’ve talked about #runstreak and #plankaday, now I’m adding my own daily dose of activity: I’m doing 30 days of the 30 Day Shred. As Jillian says, ‘it’s a little bit old school, but really effective’! I’m about halfway though and I wanted to share my findings so far.
The Shred
I picked up the DVD at Target not really knowing what to expect. I’ve never done a workout in my living room before, and I didn’t think that would work for me. But once I moved some furniture around and got started, I found that it was energetic and fun, and it . . . → Read More: Challenge: 30 Days of 30 Day Shred
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