Making Strides

by Denise // 8 June, 2009 // Comments off

As promised, Tiffany and I met the Suncoast Striders, the local running group in our area. The Suncoast Striders meet every Saturday morning at Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park and its members are at all different running levels. Like... Continue reading →

Showing the Shins Some Love

by Denise // 26 March, 2009 // Comments off

Since I needed to find some stretches and exercises to strengthen my shins, I thought it would make a great topic for this week’s Five Minutes for Fitness. After my extensive Internet searching, I learned that ankle curls help... Continue reading →

Goofy for Gasparilla, Part #3

by Denise // 10 February, 2009 // Comments off

With a bit of knee pain during my 14 mile run last week, I was very nervous about my performance at the Gasparilla Distance Classic. Last Sunday, the final 5 miles of my 14 miles were the toughest. I found... Continue reading →

Sunday Running Log #9

by Denise // 13 October, 2008 // Comments off

Yesterday, I met Tiffany and Lori for my weekly long run and the humidity choked us. I struggled to finish 10.42 miles in 1:55. Since next Sunday, I will be competing in the Longleaf Triathlon, Tiffany and I probably... Continue reading →

Yay for Yoga!

by Denise // 25 September, 2008 // Comments off

Yoga is an important part of my training routine. I love stretching after a tough work-out. Even on my rest days, I find time to stretch my muscles. It makes my muscles happy. So for today’s 5 Minutes for Fitness,... Continue reading →

Sunday Running Log #2

by Denise // 11 August, 2008 // Comments off

For some insane reason, waking up early this morning for a long run the day after a triathlon seemed like a good idea. I promised Tiffany I would meet her at 6:30 and by golly, I was there! Lori also joined... Continue reading →

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