Category Archives: Fitness

A Case of Winter Snark: Five-Step Recovery Program

Posted on January 31, 2013 by

For two weeks I have battled a case of winter snark. Despite an appearance of happiness, peace and goodwill my inner voice continues to have more snark as the winter days linger on. Last night, the snark would not shut … Continue reading →

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Spinning Toward the Rush

Posted on November 15, 2012 by

Next week is it folks. The onslaught of holiday fun amps up in a big way. Feasting on turkey at Thanksgiving dinner, holiday parades and tree-lighting ceremonies, parties, family time, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are all advancing toward me at … Continue reading →

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Deep Feeling Procrastination

Posted on October 16, 2012 by

Remember that ’80s song, Deep Feeling Fascination from Human League? Whenever I am in procrastination mode — like now — that song plays in my head; nonstop. Keep feeling [procrastination]. Passion burning. Love so strong. Keep feeling [procrastination]. Looking learning. … Continue reading →

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Twisted Hues

Posted on July 23, 2012 by

Yesterday, at 8:38 a.m., I participated in my first Color Run. While the race encourages people to live healthier, this 5k promotes diversity, creativity and community and not speed, competition or athleticism. I ran the Ypsilanti/Ann Arbor course with my … Continue reading →

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School’s Out: Week 1 — Hot Stuff

Posted on June 26, 2012 by

Issa, Riff and I sprinted through Week 1 of summer break. It was a streak of hot, warped-speed fun, which included … pancake mornings, swim suit afternoons, and scorching-hot evenings that called for grilling out whenever possible. After-hours indulgences include … Continue reading →

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Back Health Issues

Posted on June 19, 2012 by

One would think the back pain issues I have been experiencing resulted from the 3.1 miles of trails, I ran Saturday in my first 5k since August 2011. My friend, Sue and the Mathes Team challenged us runner to dig … Continue reading →

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Get Moving! Forward is a Pace …

Posted on June 11, 2012 by

Two of the 5ks I am running this summer are quickly approaching. While my training runs have been a bit sporadic, my mental game is on, consistent and positive. I consider any preparation (biking, walking the dog, chasing children, etc.) … Continue reading →

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Go 4 It

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

What if all those greats we learn about in history, science and the arts sat on their thumbs wondering? If they stood frozen with fear of failure would we be driving cars, chatting online with far-flung friends or sitting in … Continue reading →

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Nine Ways I Diffuse Stress

Posted on May 1, 2012 by

It must be that time of year. School is out in 46 days. The social calendar for May, June and beyond is filling quickly. There is little time to accomplish all those “to-d0s”; and just when I cross one off … Continue reading →

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Writing is My Therapy

Posted on March 15, 2012 by

I have the perfect mix of emotions fueling my post today. My daughter, Issa, refused to get dressed. Then, she went into meltdown-mode when she missed the bus. Consequently, she was tardy for school. Don’t you just wish there was … Continue reading →

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