By Anne, on March 2nd, 2012 I spend a lot of time on fitness.
When I began my journey to get fit a few years ago, I knew that in order to be successful I needed to surround myself with exercise and a healthy lifestyle and a support system — because before that I surrounded myself with the opposite of that! I knew that if I immersed myself in an active world, I could never really lose it. I would be reminded every day what I worked for and held accountable for that new lifestyle.
*Photo by Josh Janssen
So I work out. A LOT. And I talk about . . . → Read More: On Being ‘Quietly Fit’
By Tracey, on February 28th, 2012 Photo by Meredith Farmer.
Tomorrow is a new day! It’s not a diet, it’s a lifestyle change!
Sounds familiar, right?
It can be easy to get down on ourselves when we slip up with our diet and fitness routines. Heaven knows I am FAR less than perfect when it comes to being healthy every second of every day. Nobody’s perfect. I think that once in a while we even need those days where we give our body a break and cave into our indulgences. The real test though is seeing if we’re able to pick up again the next day and keep going towards . . . → Read More: Finding Balance
By Anne, on February 27th, 2012 Last month, we had the pleasure of visiting the One Tooth activewear clothing store at BayShore Mall.
What’s One Tooth? What does that name mean? What kind of clothing do they sell? When did the store open? Where is it?
Slow down, I’ll tell you ALL about it.
What is One Tooth?
One Tooth is an activewear clothing store. Think quality yoga and running gear, but customizable. I found out ALL of their pants will be tailored to your needs right there in the store. Also, anything you see in the store can be ordered in your selection of colors and patterns. This is . . . → Read More: Giveaway: Win a One Tooth Activewear Jacket or one of Six $25 Gift Cards
By Anne, on February 24th, 2012 We’re about to share some very cool news with you: BACON and RUNNING have joined forces for the inaugural Race for the Bacon 5k and 10k race. These events will be held on a weeknight – a Thursday in the summer, at State Fair Park. Mark your calendars for June 14th at 7 p.m.
The race is just the appetizer for a night of bacon-themed fun. Event organizers are lining up an all-star roster of local food and drink companies and chefs to produce bacon-inspired dishes. And the winners of the race will receive BACON, giving new meaning to the phrase “bringing . . . → Read More: Bacon Bacon Bacon! The Bacon Race
By Anne, on February 22nd, 2012 Mud Runs are the ‘it’ event right now! If you’re down to get down and dirty on a truly challenging and fun course, there’s another one to put on your radar for this summer: the LoziLu. This year’s event is June 9th at Crystal Ridge Ski Hill in Franklin.This is a girls-only, non-timed event!
There are 10-12 obstacles on the 3 mile course, they are as follows: Climbing, crawling, jumping, balancing, sliding, and scampering. I’m guessing we’ll be doing more than jumping over puddles, but nothing that is designed to hurt us. For example, in the FAQ it states there is NO . . . → Read More: LoziLu – Women’s Mud Run
By Tracey, on February 16th, 2012
Photo by thecrazyfilmgirl.
I’m sitting on an ice pack as I write this post. Why? Well… the story is a little dramatic.
I got hit by a car yesterday. As in my actual person was hit. While out on a run.
I told you it was a little dramatic. Luckily, I wasn’t seriously hurt. After a trip to the emergency room and a few x-rays later, I came home with little more than a sore behind and a bump on my elbow. As I’ve been recovering today though, I’ve had a lot on my mind. For instance:
1. I’m happy to be alive. All things . . . → Read More: Better Safe than Sorry
By Tracey, on February 13th, 2012 Wow, thanks so much to everyone who entered our contest last week! You all gave such thoughtful responses as to why you should be selected for our prize that you made it incredibly difficult to choose a winner. In the end we decided that you guys are so great that we would give away TWO half marathon entries (and even then I wish we could have chosen more!)
So first of all let’s congratulate Jerod and Hayley for winning free entries to the Summerfest Rock ‘N Sole Half marathon! Jerod is a husband and father to five kids hoping to restart his training . . . → Read More: And the Winners Are…
By Tracey, on February 7th, 2012 I’m a huge fan and supporter of the Girls on the Run program here in Milwaukee. This Thursday, GOTR Founder Molly Barker will be in town to share the story of how the program got started and how it makes a difference in the lives of young girls. Joining her will be other special guest speakers from the Milwaukee fitness community. It’s going to be a fantastic eventing to get motivated and inspired all while supporting a great organization! Other speakers for the evening include:
• Emcee Jen Lada, Fox 6 sports anchor
• Tom Held , journalist/blogger/runner
• Kristine Hinrichs, director of the Lakefront Marathon
• Roy Pirrung, . . . → Read More: Running for a Reason: An Evening with Molly Barker
By Tracey, on February 6th, 2012 Happy Monday! What better way to start out the first full week of February than with a contest? A couple of weeks ago I was excited to tell you all about all the promising new changes coming to this year’s Summerfest Rock ‘N Sole Run. Well, I now have a little proposition for you:
Fit Milwaukee is looking for someone interested in running the Summerfest Rock ‘N Sole Half Marathon on Saturday, June 23rd. In exchange for a FREE entry to the race (a $60 value) we would love to profile you on the site and follow your training leading up to the . . . → Read More: Summerfest Rock ‘N Sole Run Contest: Do You Have What it Takes?
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
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