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Fitness for Runners: 3 Simple Ways to Cross-Train. May 6, 2020. Cross-training is an important part of fitness for runners. Stretching and balance exercises are easy ways to complement your training! Runners are notorious for ignoring almost every other type of fitness other than running. When we . RUNNING COACH MYTHS: BUSTED! Running Coach Myths: Busted! December 14, 2016. Last week on the Running Coaches’ Corner, I discussed how I write training plans and why it works for me and my clients. This week I’m going to tell you why you should consider hiring a running coach in the first place. Plus I’ll bust some common myths and rumors about running coaches in KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise. BULLYING AND CLIQUES Cliques are often ways for like-minded individuals to get together and socialize. But when bullying and cliques come together is when the problems begin. Sometimes trusted friendships begin to break down. Sometimes people completely uninvolved in any given bullying or clique scenario are affected. Sometimes social-group dynamics fall apart. ART, GRASTON, AND CUPPING: PAIN WITH A PURPOSE What if feels like: ART feels like an intense, very deep, deep tissue massage. For most people, it hurts the first, second, and even third times your muscle is worked on. My most recent experience with ART left me gritting my teeth and spewing expletives between exasperated breaths. Why you should try it: it works. DOWNHILL RUNNING HAS GREAT BENEFITS FOR ALL RUNNERS (PLUS The Benefits of Downhill Running (and Uphill, too!) All runners complain about hills. I complain about hills. They’re hard. But running hills is exceptional. Hill work is speed work in disguise. You can use hill running to build speed and strength, or you can simply use it to work on form. MEATLESS MONDAY: KALE AND EGG MUFFIN PAN BAKE 1/2 C sharp cheddar cheese, shredded. Directions. Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Lightly spray a nonstick muffin pan with cooking spray. Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl. Place the torn kale in the bottom of each muffin cup. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of egg and milk mixture into

each muffin cup.

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR IMPROMPTU BEACH VACATION After a long winter, it’s important to take some time to warm up, relax, and unwind. Sometimes an impromptu beach vacation is all you need! Much like the rest of the northern portion of the U.S. and Canada, we’ve been experiencing what seems like the never-ending

winter.

BURPEES, PLANKS, AND PUSH-UPS CHALLENGE IS TOUGH -- AND Join me for the Burpees, Planks, and Push-Ups challenge! It’s a fun one. Are you ready? Welcome to 2018, my friends. As I runfessed on Friday, I’ve let poor food choices and lack of heart-pumping workouts get the better of me.I’ve gained so much weight that ILIOTIBIAL BAND REHABILITATION (OR, ITB REHAB!) ITBS, or ITBFS, is iliotibial band syndrome or iliotibial band friction syndrome. Iliotibial band syndrome is one of the most common overuse injuries, particularly among distance runners but also afflicts cyclists and even hikers. ITBS occurs when the iliotibial

band

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Fitness for Runners: 3 Simple Ways to Cross-Train. May 6, 2020. Cross-training is an important part of fitness for runners. Stretching and balance exercises are easy ways to complement your training! Runners are notorious for ignoring almost every other type of fitness other than running. When we . RUNNING COACH MYTHS: BUSTED! Running Coach Myths: Busted! December 14, 2016. Last week on the Running Coaches’ Corner, I discussed how I write training plans and why it works for me and my clients. This week I’m going to tell you why you should consider hiring a running coach in the first place. Plus I’ll bust some common myths and rumors about running coaches in KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise. BULLYING AND CLIQUES Cliques are often ways for like-minded individuals to get together and socialize. But when bullying and cliques come together is when the problems begin. Sometimes trusted friendships begin to break down. Sometimes people completely uninvolved in any given bullying or clique scenario are affected. Sometimes social-group dynamics fall apart. ART, GRASTON, AND CUPPING: PAIN WITH A PURPOSE What if feels like: ART feels like an intense, very deep, deep tissue massage. For most people, it hurts the first, second, and even third times your muscle is worked on. My most recent experience with ART left me gritting my teeth and spewing expletives between exasperated breaths. Why you should try it: it works. DOWNHILL RUNNING HAS GREAT BENEFITS FOR ALL RUNNERS (PLUS The Benefits of Downhill Running (and Uphill, too!) All runners complain about hills. I complain about hills. They’re hard. But running hills is exceptional. Hill work is speed work in disguise. You can use hill running to build speed and strength, or you can simply use it to work on form. MEATLESS MONDAY: KALE AND EGG MUFFIN PAN BAKE 1/2 C sharp cheddar cheese, shredded. Directions. Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Lightly spray a nonstick muffin pan with cooking spray. Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl. Place the torn kale in the bottom of each muffin cup. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of egg and milk mixture into

each muffin cup.

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR IMPROMPTU BEACH VACATION After a long winter, it’s important to take some time to warm up, relax, and unwind. Sometimes an impromptu beach vacation is all you need! Much like the rest of the northern portion of the U.S. and Canada, we’ve been experiencing what seems like the never-ending

winter.

BURPEES, PLANKS, AND PUSH-UPS CHALLENGE IS TOUGH -- AND Join me for the Burpees, Planks, and Push-Ups challenge! It’s a fun one. Are you ready? Welcome to 2018, my friends. As I runfessed on Friday, I’ve let poor food choices and lack of heart-pumping workouts get the better of me.I’ve gained so much weight that ILIOTIBIAL BAND REHABILITATION (OR, ITB REHAB!) ITBS, or ITBFS, is iliotibial band syndrome or iliotibial band friction syndrome. Iliotibial band syndrome is one of the most common overuse injuries, particularly among distance runners but also afflicts cyclists and even hikers. ITBS occurs when the iliotibial

band

KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise. HOW THIS COACH WRITES TRAINING PLANS Since flexibility is so important in both creating (coach) and executing (runner) training plans, I usually don’t give clients more than two weeks of training at a time. And sometimes only one week. From the planning perspective, it sure is useful to know how many miles you’ll be running four weeks into a training plan. ANTI-INFLAMMATORY BREAKFAST SMOOTHIE Directions. Combine all ingredients in a single-serve blender cup. Pulse until well blended. Sip and enjoy! This simple recipe will start your day on the right foot. Plenty of energy, good fuel, and delicious ingredients to keep your inflammation down. MY UNLIKELY JOURNEY TO RUN COACHING My Unlikely Journey to Run Coaching. March 29, 2017. Happy Hump Day and welcome back to the Running Coaches’ Corner linkup. Today I’m posting from the road. I’m nearing the end of a four day trip to visit the in-laws. As such, my post today isn’t super detail-oriented or super-sciency. Today is all about the “feels.”. MY 5 DREAM VACATION DESTINATIONS {FRIDAY FIVE} It’s been a long time since I’ve been on a vacation. Years, really. I used to conceptualize all these amazing vacation ideas for my husband and me, but 5 KEYS TO A SUCCESSFUL MARRIAGE 5 Keys to a Successful Marriage. 1. Communicate. Aside from opposable thumbs, advanced communication is a critical component of the human species that has allowed us to advance over time. Without effective communication, wars are waged, walls are built, and relationships crumble. The same can be said of marriage. THEY SAY IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY, IT'S MY Happy Thursday! I’m going to relish in today because today is my BIRTHDAY!. They Say It’s Your Birthday / It’s My Birthday, Too. Traditionally, my birthday is at least two weeks long, sometimes even a full month. It begins right after Halloween ends and BUYING AND SELLING REAL ESTATE IS THE MOST INSANE So technically I had another post ready for today but I honestly didn’t finish it yet. Just gotta be real here for a sec, guys. This post is full of ranting. But I’m gonna give it to you straight.

Buying

ILIOTIBIAL BAND REHABILITATION (OR, ITB REHAB!) ITBS, or ITBFS, is iliotibial band syndrome or iliotibial band friction syndrome. Iliotibial band syndrome is one of the most common overuse injuries, particularly among distance runners but also afflicts cyclists and even hikers. ITBS occurs when the iliotibial

band

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR ATHLETES WITH HYPERMOBILITY Hypermobility occurs when joints stretch further or are more flexible than normal, resulting in excessive range of motion for that particular joint. Possible symptoms may be mild and include joint or muscle pain. But other symptoms can be more severe and include sprains, tendinitis, or bursitis.

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Fitness for Runners: 3 Simple Ways to Cross-Train. May 6, 2020. Cross-training is an important part of fitness for runners. Stretching and balance exercises are easy ways to complement your training! Runners are notorious for ignoring almost every other type of fitness other than running. When we . RUNNING COACH MYTHS: BUSTED! Running Coach Myths: Busted! December 14, 2016. Last week on the Running Coaches’ Corner, I discussed how I write training plans and why it works for me and my clients. This week I’m going to tell you why you should consider hiring a running coach in the first place. Plus I’ll bust some common myths and rumors about running coaches in

KIDS RUN THE NATION

Kids Run the Nation is not just about running. It’s about so much more. During this five-week program, students currently enrolled in grades 2 through 6 will learn about endurance running and pacing, track & field events, play games, and participate in friendly competition. Lessons and activities are age-appropriate and will

encourage budding

KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise. HOW THIS COACH WRITES TRAINING PLANS Since flexibility is so important in both creating (coach) and executing (runner) training plans, I usually don’t give clients more than two weeks of training at a time. And sometimes only one week. From the planning perspective, it sure is useful to know how many miles you’ll be running four weeks into a training plan.

LINKUP ARCHIVES

Runfessions Thanksgiving Style. November 24, 2017. Today is the Friday Five 2.0 linkup and Runfessions! Join me for Runfessions Thanksgiving Style. Happy post-Thanksgiving! Welcome back to the Friday Five 2.0 — Thanksgiving Style! Today I’m also linking up with Marcia for Runfessions. Before we begin, I hope everyone HEALTHY WAYS TO STAY WARM IN THE WINTER Hip and Glute Strength Work. 3. Relax by the fire. The easiest (and most fun!) way to warm up in the winter is by the fire. De-stress yourself and drop your cortisol levels by snuggling up by a crackling fire. Watch the flames melt your worries away. BULLYING AND CLIQUES Cliques are often ways for like-minded individuals to get together and socialize. But when bullying and cliques come together is when the problems begin. Sometimes trusted friendships begin to break down. Sometimes people completely uninvolved in any given bullying or clique scenario are affected. Sometimes social-group dynamics fall apart. MEATLESS MONDAY: KALE AND EGG MUFFIN PAN BAKE 1/2 C sharp cheddar cheese, shredded. Directions. Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Lightly spray a nonstick muffin pan with cooking spray. Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl. Place the torn kale in the bottom of each muffin cup. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of egg and milk mixture into

each muffin cup.

PRODUCT REVIEW: TKO 4-WAY RESISTANCE BANDS Product Review: TKO 4-Way Resistance Bands. February 17, 2016. Over the last several weeks while being injured, I’ve been forced to change up my fitness routine quite a bit. I incorporated a lot of cycling, but also got creative with my strength exercises as well. Lucky for me, I’ve been given the opportunity to expand my home gym

with 4

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Fitness for Runners: 3 Simple Ways to Cross-Train. May 6, 2020. Cross-training is an important part of fitness for runners. Stretching and balance exercises are easy ways to complement your training! Runners are notorious for ignoring almost every other type of fitness other than running. When we . RUNNING COACH MYTHS: BUSTED! Running Coach Myths: Busted! December 14, 2016. Last week on the Running Coaches’ Corner, I discussed how I write training plans and why it works for me and my clients. This week I’m going to tell you why you should consider hiring a running coach in the first place. Plus I’ll bust some common myths and rumors about running coaches in

KIDS RUN THE NATION

Kids Run the Nation is not just about running. It’s about so much more. During this five-week program, students currently enrolled in grades 2 through 6 will learn about endurance running and pacing, track & field events, play games, and participate in friendly competition. Lessons and activities are age-appropriate and will

encourage budding

KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise. HOW THIS COACH WRITES TRAINING PLANS Since flexibility is so important in both creating (coach) and executing (runner) training plans, I usually don’t give clients more than two weeks of training at a time. And sometimes only one week. From the planning perspective, it sure is useful to know how many miles you’ll be running four weeks into a training plan.

LINKUP ARCHIVES

Runfessions Thanksgiving Style. November 24, 2017. Today is the Friday Five 2.0 linkup and Runfessions! Join me for Runfessions Thanksgiving Style. Happy post-Thanksgiving! Welcome back to the Friday Five 2.0 — Thanksgiving Style! Today I’m also linking up with Marcia for Runfessions. Before we begin, I hope everyone HEALTHY WAYS TO STAY WARM IN THE WINTER Hip and Glute Strength Work. 3. Relax by the fire. The easiest (and most fun!) way to warm up in the winter is by the fire. De-stress yourself and drop your cortisol levels by snuggling up by a crackling fire. Watch the flames melt your worries away. BULLYING AND CLIQUES Cliques are often ways for like-minded individuals to get together and socialize. But when bullying and cliques come together is when the problems begin. Sometimes trusted friendships begin to break down. Sometimes people completely uninvolved in any given bullying or clique scenario are affected. Sometimes social-group dynamics fall apart. MEATLESS MONDAY: KALE AND EGG MUFFIN PAN BAKE 1/2 C sharp cheddar cheese, shredded. Directions. Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Lightly spray a nonstick muffin pan with cooking spray. Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl. Place the torn kale in the bottom of each muffin cup. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of egg and milk mixture into

each muffin cup.

PRODUCT REVIEW: TKO 4-WAY RESISTANCE BANDS Product Review: TKO 4-Way Resistance Bands. February 17, 2016. Over the last several weeks while being injured, I’ve been forced to change up my fitness routine quite a bit. I incorporated a lot of cycling, but also got creative with my strength exercises as well. Lucky for me, I’ve been given the opportunity to expand my home gym

with 4

ABOUT - RUNNING ON HAPPY I can’t wait for my next PR, and even though I’m bummed if I don’t get one, I know there’s only one way to the top — training. My blog, Running on Happy, is a reflection of the journey of my life — who I am, how I got here — and the trials and tribulations of healthy living and navigating parenthood. Follow me

and hopefully I can

BREAKFAST - RUNNING ON HAPPY Overnight Oats. Red, White, and Blue Waffles. Instant Oatmeal. Apple and Pear Baked Oatmeal. Sleep Late French Toast. Banana Bread.

KIDS RUN THE NATION

Kids Run the Nation is not just about running. It’s about so much more. During this five-week program, students currently enrolled in grades 2 through 6 will learn about endurance running and pacing, track & field events, play games, and participate in friendly competition. Lessons and activities are age-appropriate and will

encourage budding

KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise.

TRAINING ARCHIVES

Discussion and questions about hydration packs and bottles are common this time of year. Check out this guide to hydration packs, vests,

belts, and bottles.

MARATHON NUTRITION: FAT ADAPTED RUNNING Reply. You did a really fantastic, thorough overview! I’ve used fat adapted training techniques more in the past year and had mixed results. I think it set me up to be a stronger runner overall but on race day I did better with traditional carbs and gels than when I tried to run in a more fat adapated state- fat is a much slower fuel to draw on for energy and I noticed that I didn’t have SOME THINGS I WISH I HAD MORE OF... As a smart (-ish) shopper, it’s hard to buy things I’d rather not have purchased. Having said that, there are things that I regret not having purchased in the first place — or not buying more of (like clearance shorts or capris). Here are a few of those things I wish I had bought — or gotten multiples of — when I had the opportunity: PRODUCT REVIEW: CORE ORGANIC Luckily there’s a fabulous product now available called CORE Organic. It’s a fruit infused beverage. It only has 5 calories per serving, lots of antioxidants, and it’s very flavorful. CORE Organic is non-GMO, organic and vegan. I can easily recognize and pronounce every item in the ingredient list. What it’s not full of is

synthetic

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR IMPROMPTU BEACH VACATION After a long winter, it’s important to take some time to warm up, relax, and unwind. Sometimes an impromptu beach vacation is all you need! Much like the rest of the northern portion of the U.S. and Canada, we’ve been experiencing what seems like the never-ending

winter.

ILIOTIBIAL BAND REHABILITATION (OR, ITB REHAB!) ITBS, or ITBFS, is iliotibial band syndrome or iliotibial band friction syndrome. Iliotibial band syndrome is one of the most common overuse injuries, particularly among distance runners but also afflicts cyclists and even hikers. ITBS occurs when the iliotibial

band

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Fitness for Runners: 3 Simple Ways to Cross-Train. May 6, 2020. Cross-training is an important part of fitness for runners. Stretching and balance exercises are easy ways to complement your training! Runners are notorious for ignoring almost every other type of fitness other than running. When we . RUNNING COACH MYTHS: BUSTED! Running Coach Myths: Busted! December 14, 2016. Last week on the Running Coaches’ Corner, I discussed how I write training plans and why it works for me and my clients. This week I’m going to tell you why you should consider hiring a running coach in the first place. Plus I’ll bust some common myths and rumors about running coaches in

KIDS RUN THE NATION

Kids Run the Nation is not just about running. It’s about so much more. During this five-week program, students currently enrolled in grades 2 through 6 will learn about endurance running and pacing, track & field events, play games, and participate in friendly competition. Lessons and activities are age-appropriate and will

encourage budding

HOW THIS COACH WRITES TRAINING PLANS Since flexibility is so important in both creating (coach) and executing (runner) training plans, I usually don’t give clients more than two weeks of training at a time. And sometimes only one week. From the planning perspective, it sure is useful to know how many miles you’ll be running four weeks into a training plan. KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise.

LINKUP ARCHIVES

Runfessions Thanksgiving Style. November 24, 2017. Today is the Friday Five 2.0 linkup and Runfessions! Join me for Runfessions Thanksgiving Style. Happy post-Thanksgiving! Welcome back to the Friday Five 2.0 — Thanksgiving Style! Today I’m also linking up with Marcia for Runfessions. Before we begin, I hope everyone HEALTHY WAYS TO STAY WARM IN THE WINTER Hip and Glute Strength Work. 3. Relax by the fire. The easiest (and most fun!) way to warm up in the winter is by the fire. De-stress yourself and drop your cortisol levels by snuggling up by a crackling fire. Watch the flames melt your worries away. MY UNLIKELY JOURNEY TO RUN COACHING My Unlikely Journey to Run Coaching. March 29, 2017. Happy Hump Day and welcome back to the Running Coaches’ Corner linkup. Today I’m posting from the road. I’m nearing the end of a four day trip to visit the in-laws. As such, my post today isn’t super detail-oriented or super-sciency. Today is all about the “feels.”. MEATLESS MONDAY: KALE AND EGG MUFFIN PAN BAKE 1/2 C sharp cheddar cheese, shredded. Directions. Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Lightly spray a nonstick muffin pan with cooking spray. Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl. Place the torn kale in the bottom of each muffin cup. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of egg and milk mixture into

each muffin cup.

PRODUCT REVIEW: TKO 4-WAY RESISTANCE BANDS Product Review: TKO 4-Way Resistance Bands. February 17, 2016. Over the last several weeks while being injured, I’ve been forced to change up my fitness routine quite a bit. I incorporated a lot of cycling, but also got creative with my strength exercises as well. Lucky for me, I’ve been given the opportunity to expand my home gym

with 4

RUNNING ON HAPPY

Fitness for Runners: 3 Simple Ways to Cross-Train. May 6, 2020. Cross-training is an important part of fitness for runners. Stretching and balance exercises are easy ways to complement your training! Runners are notorious for ignoring almost every other type of fitness other than running. When we . RUNNING COACH MYTHS: BUSTED! Running Coach Myths: Busted! December 14, 2016. Last week on the Running Coaches’ Corner, I discussed how I write training plans and why it works for me and my clients. This week I’m going to tell you why you should consider hiring a running coach in the first place. Plus I’ll bust some common myths and rumors about running coaches in

KIDS RUN THE NATION

Kids Run the Nation is not just about running. It’s about so much more. During this five-week program, students currently enrolled in grades 2 through 6 will learn about endurance running and pacing, track & field events, play games, and participate in friendly competition. Lessons and activities are age-appropriate and will

encourage budding

HOW THIS COACH WRITES TRAINING PLANS Since flexibility is so important in both creating (coach) and executing (runner) training plans, I usually don’t give clients more than two weeks of training at a time. And sometimes only one week. From the planning perspective, it sure is useful to know how many miles you’ll be running four weeks into a training plan. KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise.

LINKUP ARCHIVES

Runfessions Thanksgiving Style. November 24, 2017. Today is the Friday Five 2.0 linkup and Runfessions! Join me for Runfessions Thanksgiving Style. Happy post-Thanksgiving! Welcome back to the Friday Five 2.0 — Thanksgiving Style! Today I’m also linking up with Marcia for Runfessions. Before we begin, I hope everyone HEALTHY WAYS TO STAY WARM IN THE WINTER Hip and Glute Strength Work. 3. Relax by the fire. The easiest (and most fun!) way to warm up in the winter is by the fire. De-stress yourself and drop your cortisol levels by snuggling up by a crackling fire. Watch the flames melt your worries away. MY UNLIKELY JOURNEY TO RUN COACHING My Unlikely Journey to Run Coaching. March 29, 2017. Happy Hump Day and welcome back to the Running Coaches’ Corner linkup. Today I’m posting from the road. I’m nearing the end of a four day trip to visit the in-laws. As such, my post today isn’t super detail-oriented or super-sciency. Today is all about the “feels.”. MEATLESS MONDAY: KALE AND EGG MUFFIN PAN BAKE 1/2 C sharp cheddar cheese, shredded. Directions. Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Lightly spray a nonstick muffin pan with cooking spray. Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl. Place the torn kale in the bottom of each muffin cup. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of egg and milk mixture into

each muffin cup.

PRODUCT REVIEW: TKO 4-WAY RESISTANCE BANDS Product Review: TKO 4-Way Resistance Bands. February 17, 2016. Over the last several weeks while being injured, I’ve been forced to change up my fitness routine quite a bit. I incorporated a lot of cycling, but also got creative with my strength exercises as well. Lucky for me, I’ve been given the opportunity to expand my home gym

with 4

ABOUT - RUNNING ON HAPPY I can’t wait for my next PR, and even though I’m bummed if I don’t get one, I know there’s only one way to the top — training. My blog, Running on Happy, is a reflection of the journey of my life — who I am, how I got here — and the trials and tribulations of healthy living and navigating parenthood. Follow me

and hopefully I can

BREAKFAST - RUNNING ON HAPPY Overnight Oats. Red, White, and Blue Waffles. Instant Oatmeal. Apple and Pear Baked Oatmeal. Sleep Late French Toast. Banana Bread.

KIDS RUN THE NATION

Kids Run the Nation is not just about running. It’s about so much more. During this five-week program, students currently enrolled in grades 2 through 6 will learn about endurance running and pacing, track & field events, play games, and participate in friendly competition. Lessons and activities are age-appropriate and will

encourage budding

TRAINING ARCHIVES

Discussion and questions about hydration packs and bottles are common this time of year. Check out this guide to hydration packs, vests,

belts, and bottles.

MOTIVATION ARCHIVES

Motivation and inspiration can come from almost anywhere — music, quotes, even art. But one of my favorite places to find motivation and inspiration is from movies. MARATHON NUTRITION: FAT ADAPTED RUNNING Reply. You did a really fantastic, thorough overview! I’ve used fat adapted training techniques more in the past year and had mixed results. I think it set me up to be a stronger runner overall but on race day I did better with traditional carbs and gels than when I tried to run in a more fat adapated state- fat is a much slower fuel to draw on for energy and I noticed that I didn’t have SOME THINGS I WISH I HAD MORE OF... As a smart (-ish) shopper, it’s hard to buy things I’d rather not have purchased. Having said that, there are things that I regret not having purchased in the first place — or not buying more of (like clearance shorts or capris). Here are a few of those things I wish I had bought — or gotten multiples of — when I had the opportunity: PRODUCT REVIEW: CORE ORGANIC Luckily there’s a fabulous product now available called CORE Organic. It’s a fruit infused beverage. It only has 5 calories per serving, lots of antioxidants, and it’s very flavorful. CORE Organic is non-GMO, organic and vegan. I can easily recognize and pronounce every item in the ingredient list. What it’s not full of is

synthetic

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR IMPROMPTU BEACH VACATION After a long winter, it’s important to take some time to warm up, relax, and unwind. Sometimes an impromptu beach vacation is all you need! Much like the rest of the northern portion of the U.S. and Canada, we’ve been experiencing what seems like the never-ending

winter.

ILIOTIBIAL BAND REHABILITATION (OR, ITB REHAB!) ITBS, or ITBFS, is iliotibial band syndrome or iliotibial band friction syndrome. Iliotibial band syndrome is one of the most common overuse injuries, particularly among distance runners but also afflicts cyclists and even hikers. ITBS occurs when the iliotibial

band

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Fitness for Runners: 3 Simple Ways to Cross-Train. May 6, 2020. Cross-training is an important part of fitness for runners. Stretching and balance exercises are easy ways to complement your training! Runners are notorious for ignoring almost every other type of fitness other than running. When we . RUNNING COACH MYTHS: BUSTED! Running Coach Myths: Busted! December 14, 2016. Last week on the Running Coaches’ Corner, I discussed how I write training plans and why it works for me and my clients. This week I’m going to tell you why you should consider hiring a running coach in the first place. Plus I’ll bust some common myths and rumors about running coaches in KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise. HEALTHY WAYS TO STAY WARM IN THE WINTER Hip and Glute Strength Work. 3. Relax by the fire. The easiest (and most fun!) way to warm up in the winter is by the fire. De-stress yourself and drop your cortisol levels by snuggling up by a crackling fire. Watch the flames melt your worries away. DOWNHILL RUNNING HAS GREAT BENEFITS FOR ALL RUNNERS (PLUS The Benefits of Downhill Running (and Uphill, too!) All runners complain about hills. I complain about hills. They’re hard. But running hills is exceptional. Hill work is speed work in disguise. You can use hill running to build speed and strength, or you can simply use it to work on form. HIP AND GLUTE STRENGTH FOR IT BAND REHAB Posterolateral: Next up is a posterolateral move — you’ll turn your body slightly as you watch your left toe touch the ground at about 45 degrees from the midnight on the clock face — which would put your left toe at about 7:30 on the clock face. Bring the leg back to the neutral position. Repeat this movement ten times. MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR IMPROMPTU BEACH VACATION After a long winter, it’s important to take some time to warm up, relax, and unwind. Sometimes an impromptu beach vacation is all you need! Much like the rest of the northern portion of the U.S. and Canada, we’ve been experiencing what seems like the never-ending

winter.

MEATLESS MONDAY: KALE AND EGG MUFFIN PAN BAKE 1/2 C sharp cheddar cheese, shredded. Directions. Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Lightly spray a nonstick muffin pan with cooking spray. Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl. Place the torn kale in the bottom of each muffin cup. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of egg and milk mixture into

each muffin cup.

ART, GRASTON, AND CUPPING: PAIN WITH A PURPOSE What if feels like: ART feels like an intense, very deep, deep tissue massage. For most people, it hurts the first, second, and even third times your muscle is worked on. My most recent experience with ART left me gritting my teeth and spewing expletives between exasperated breaths. Why you should try it: it works. ILIOTIBIAL BAND REHABILITATION (OR, ITB REHAB!) ITBS, or ITBFS, is iliotibial band syndrome or iliotibial band friction syndrome. Iliotibial band syndrome is one of the most common overuse injuries, particularly among distance runners but also afflicts cyclists and even hikers. ITBS occurs when the iliotibial

band

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Fitness for Runners: 3 Simple Ways to Cross-Train. May 6, 2020. Cross-training is an important part of fitness for runners. Stretching and balance exercises are easy ways to complement your training! Runners are notorious for ignoring almost every other type of fitness other than running. When we . RUNNING COACH MYTHS: BUSTED! Running Coach Myths: Busted! December 14, 2016. Last week on the Running Coaches’ Corner, I discussed how I write training plans and why it works for me and my clients. This week I’m going to tell you why you should consider hiring a running coach in the first place. Plus I’ll bust some common myths and rumors about running coaches in KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise. HEALTHY WAYS TO STAY WARM IN THE WINTER Hip and Glute Strength Work. 3. Relax by the fire. The easiest (and most fun!) way to warm up in the winter is by the fire. De-stress yourself and drop your cortisol levels by snuggling up by a crackling fire. Watch the flames melt your worries away. DOWNHILL RUNNING HAS GREAT BENEFITS FOR ALL RUNNERS (PLUS The Benefits of Downhill Running (and Uphill, too!) All runners complain about hills. I complain about hills. They’re hard. But running hills is exceptional. Hill work is speed work in disguise. You can use hill running to build speed and strength, or you can simply use it to work on form. HIP AND GLUTE STRENGTH FOR IT BAND REHAB Posterolateral: Next up is a posterolateral move — you’ll turn your body slightly as you watch your left toe touch the ground at about 45 degrees from the midnight on the clock face — which would put your left toe at about 7:30 on the clock face. Bring the leg back to the neutral position. Repeat this movement ten times. MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR IMPROMPTU BEACH VACATION After a long winter, it’s important to take some time to warm up, relax, and unwind. Sometimes an impromptu beach vacation is all you need! Much like the rest of the northern portion of the U.S. and Canada, we’ve been experiencing what seems like the never-ending

winter.

MEATLESS MONDAY: KALE AND EGG MUFFIN PAN BAKE 1/2 C sharp cheddar cheese, shredded. Directions. Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Lightly spray a nonstick muffin pan with cooking spray. Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl. Place the torn kale in the bottom of each muffin cup. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of egg and milk mixture into

each muffin cup.

ART, GRASTON, AND CUPPING: PAIN WITH A PURPOSE What if feels like: ART feels like an intense, very deep, deep tissue massage. For most people, it hurts the first, second, and even third times your muscle is worked on. My most recent experience with ART left me gritting my teeth and spewing expletives between exasperated breaths. Why you should try it: it works. ILIOTIBIAL BAND REHABILITATION (OR, ITB REHAB!) ITBS, or ITBFS, is iliotibial band syndrome or iliotibial band friction syndrome. Iliotibial band syndrome is one of the most common overuse injuries, particularly among distance runners but also afflicts cyclists and even hikers. ITBS occurs when the iliotibial

band

KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise. 25 QUOTES FOR RACING AND RUNNING MOTIVATION There are tons of races — BIG races — coming up. Chicago, MCM, and NYCM are all coming up within weeks of each other. It’s an exciting time in the running world, that’s for sure! If you need a mantra or two to get you through a tough race, check out these 16 Mantras to Dig Deep.But if you don’t need a mantra and you just need a little nudge or some reassurance, check out these quotes ANTI-INFLAMMATORY BREAKFAST SMOOTHIE Directions. Combine all ingredients in a single-serve blender cup. Pulse until well blended. Sip and enjoy! This simple recipe will start your day on the right foot. Plenty of energy, good fuel, and delicious ingredients to keep your inflammation down. HOW THIS COACH WRITES TRAINING PLANS Since flexibility is so important in both creating (coach) and executing (runner) training plans, I usually don’t give clients more than two weeks of training at a time. And sometimes only one week. From the planning perspective, it sure is useful to know how many miles you’ll be running four weeks into a training plan. STRENGTHEN STABILIZER MUSCLES AND RUN INJURY-FREE A simple strength training circuit to strengthen stabilizer muscles goes something like this: single leg squats x10 (each side) marching bridge x20. clamshells x10 (each side) lateral leg lifts x10 (each side) planks 1-minute. push-ups x10. burpees x10. 5 KEYS TO A SUCCESSFUL MARRIAGE 5 Keys to a Successful Marriage. 1. Communicate. Aside from opposable thumbs, advanced communication is a critical component of the human species that has allowed us to advance over time. Without effective communication, wars are waged, walls are built, and relationships crumble. The same can be said of marriage. BOOK REVIEW: THE FORKS OVER KNIVES PLAN The trailblazing film Forks Over Knives exposed an entirely new generation to the whole-food, plant-based nutrition revolution and

inspired thousands

ROCK YOUR CORE WITH THE SUPERMANS, SQUATS, AND TWISTS Supermans, Squats, and Russian Twists Challenge. This challenge follows the February calendar. It begins on Thursday and ends on Wednesday. Sundays will always be rest days. Week 1. Thursday — 30 supermans. Friday — 30 squats. Saturday — 30 Russian twists.

Sunday — REST.

PRODUCT REVIEW: TKO 4-WAY RESISTANCE BANDS Product Review: TKO 4-Way Resistance Bands. February 17, 2016. Over the last several weeks while being injured, I’ve been forced to change up my fitness routine quite a bit. I incorporated a lot of cycling, but also got creative with my strength exercises as well. Lucky for me, I’ve been given the opportunity to expand my home gym

with 4

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR ATHLETES WITH HYPERMOBILITY Hypermobility occurs when joints stretch further or are more flexible than normal, resulting in excessive range of motion for that particular joint. Possible symptoms may be mild and include joint or muscle pain. But other symptoms can be more severe and include sprains, tendinitis, or bursitis.

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Fitness for Runners: 3 Simple Ways to Cross-Train. May 6, 2020. Cross-training is an important part of fitness for runners. Stretching and balance exercises are easy ways to complement your training! Runners are notorious for ignoring almost every other type of fitness other than running. When we . RUNNING COACH MYTHS: BUSTED! Running Coach Myths: Busted! December 14, 2016. Last week on the Running Coaches’ Corner, I discussed how I write training plans and why it works for me and my clients. This week I’m going to tell you why you should consider hiring a running coach in the first place. Plus I’ll bust some common myths and rumors about running coaches in KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise. HEALTHY WAYS TO STAY WARM IN THE WINTER Hip and Glute Strength Work. 3. Relax by the fire. The easiest (and most fun!) way to warm up in the winter is by the fire. De-stress yourself and drop your cortisol levels by snuggling up by a crackling fire. Watch the flames melt your worries away. DOWNHILL RUNNING HAS GREAT BENEFITS FOR ALL RUNNERS (PLUS The Benefits of Downhill Running (and Uphill, too!) All runners complain about hills. I complain about hills. They’re hard. But running hills is exceptional. Hill work is speed work in disguise. You can use hill running to build speed and strength, or you can simply use it to work on form. HIP AND GLUTE STRENGTH FOR IT BAND REHAB Posterolateral: Next up is a posterolateral move — you’ll turn your body slightly as you watch your left toe touch the ground at about 45 degrees from the midnight on the clock face — which would put your left toe at about 7:30 on the clock face. Bring the leg back to the neutral position. Repeat this movement ten times. MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR IMPROMPTU BEACH VACATION After a long winter, it’s important to take some time to warm up, relax, and unwind. Sometimes an impromptu beach vacation is all you need! Much like the rest of the northern portion of the U.S. and Canada, we’ve been experiencing what seems like the never-ending

winter.

MEATLESS MONDAY: KALE AND EGG MUFFIN PAN BAKE 1/2 C sharp cheddar cheese, shredded. Directions. Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Lightly spray a nonstick muffin pan with cooking spray. Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl. Place the torn kale in the bottom of each muffin cup. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of egg and milk mixture into

each muffin cup.

ART, GRASTON, AND CUPPING: PAIN WITH A PURPOSE What if feels like: ART feels like an intense, very deep, deep tissue massage. For most people, it hurts the first, second, and even third times your muscle is worked on. My most recent experience with ART left me gritting my teeth and spewing expletives between exasperated breaths. Why you should try it: it works. ILIOTIBIAL BAND REHABILITATION (OR, ITB REHAB!) ITBS, or ITBFS, is iliotibial band syndrome or iliotibial band friction syndrome. Iliotibial band syndrome is one of the most common overuse injuries, particularly among distance runners but also afflicts cyclists and even hikers. ITBS occurs when the iliotibial

band

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Fitness for Runners: 3 Simple Ways to Cross-Train. May 6, 2020. Cross-training is an important part of fitness for runners. Stretching and balance exercises are easy ways to complement your training! Runners are notorious for ignoring almost every other type of fitness other than running. When we . RUNNING COACH MYTHS: BUSTED! Running Coach Myths: Busted! December 14, 2016. Last week on the Running Coaches’ Corner, I discussed how I write training plans and why it works for me and my clients. This week I’m going to tell you why you should consider hiring a running coach in the first place. Plus I’ll bust some common myths and rumors about running coaches in KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise. HEALTHY WAYS TO STAY WARM IN THE WINTER Hip and Glute Strength Work. 3. Relax by the fire. The easiest (and most fun!) way to warm up in the winter is by the fire. De-stress yourself and drop your cortisol levels by snuggling up by a crackling fire. Watch the flames melt your worries away. DOWNHILL RUNNING HAS GREAT BENEFITS FOR ALL RUNNERS (PLUS The Benefits of Downhill Running (and Uphill, too!) All runners complain about hills. I complain about hills. They’re hard. But running hills is exceptional. Hill work is speed work in disguise. You can use hill running to build speed and strength, or you can simply use it to work on form. HIP AND GLUTE STRENGTH FOR IT BAND REHAB Posterolateral: Next up is a posterolateral move — you’ll turn your body slightly as you watch your left toe touch the ground at about 45 degrees from the midnight on the clock face — which would put your left toe at about 7:30 on the clock face. Bring the leg back to the neutral position. Repeat this movement ten times. MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR IMPROMPTU BEACH VACATION After a long winter, it’s important to take some time to warm up, relax, and unwind. Sometimes an impromptu beach vacation is all you need! Much like the rest of the northern portion of the U.S. and Canada, we’ve been experiencing what seems like the never-ending

winter.

MEATLESS MONDAY: KALE AND EGG MUFFIN PAN BAKE 1/2 C sharp cheddar cheese, shredded. Directions. Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Lightly spray a nonstick muffin pan with cooking spray. Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl. Place the torn kale in the bottom of each muffin cup. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of egg and milk mixture into

each muffin cup.

ART, GRASTON, AND CUPPING: PAIN WITH A PURPOSE What if feels like: ART feels like an intense, very deep, deep tissue massage. For most people, it hurts the first, second, and even third times your muscle is worked on. My most recent experience with ART left me gritting my teeth and spewing expletives between exasperated breaths. Why you should try it: it works. ILIOTIBIAL BAND REHABILITATION (OR, ITB REHAB!) ITBS, or ITBFS, is iliotibial band syndrome or iliotibial band friction syndrome. Iliotibial band syndrome is one of the most common overuse injuries, particularly among distance runners but also afflicts cyclists and even hikers. ITBS occurs when the iliotibial

band

KETTLEBELL SWINGS 30-DAY CHALLENGE Kettlebell swings are one of the best exercises you can do. Much like the burpee, they pack a lot of punch. The way the bell moves through your body and your body moves according to the weight and momentum of the bell, this exercise hits your glutes, hamstrings, calves, core, and arms. It’s truly a total body exercise. 25 QUOTES FOR RACING AND RUNNING MOTIVATION There are tons of races — BIG races — coming up. Chicago, MCM, and NYCM are all coming up within weeks of each other. It’s an exciting time in the running world, that’s for sure! If you need a mantra or two to get you through a tough race, check out these 16 Mantras to Dig Deep.But if you don’t need a mantra and you just need a little nudge or some reassurance, check out these quotes ANTI-INFLAMMATORY BREAKFAST SMOOTHIE Directions. Combine all ingredients in a single-serve blender cup. Pulse until well blended. Sip and enjoy! This simple recipe will start your day on the right foot. Plenty of energy, good fuel, and delicious ingredients to keep your inflammation down. HOW THIS COACH WRITES TRAINING PLANS Since flexibility is so important in both creating (coach) and executing (runner) training plans, I usually don’t give clients more than two weeks of training at a time. And sometimes only one week. From the planning perspective, it sure is useful to know how many miles you’ll be running four weeks into a training plan. STRENGTHEN STABILIZER MUSCLES AND RUN INJURY-FREE A simple strength training circuit to strengthen stabilizer muscles goes something like this: single leg squats x10 (each side) marching bridge x20. clamshells x10 (each side) lateral leg lifts x10 (each side) planks 1-minute. push-ups x10. burpees x10. 5 KEYS TO A SUCCESSFUL MARRIAGE 5 Keys to a Successful Marriage. 1. Communicate. Aside from opposable thumbs, advanced communication is a critical component of the human species that has allowed us to advance over time. Without effective communication, wars are waged, walls are built, and relationships crumble. The same can be said of marriage. BOOK REVIEW: THE FORKS OVER KNIVES PLAN The trailblazing film Forks Over Knives exposed an entirely new generation to the whole-food, plant-based nutrition revolution and

inspired thousands

ROCK YOUR CORE WITH THE SUPERMANS, SQUATS, AND TWISTS Supermans, Squats, and Russian Twists Challenge. This challenge follows the February calendar. It begins on Thursday and ends on Wednesday. Sundays will always be rest days. Week 1. Thursday — 30 supermans. Friday — 30 squats. Saturday — 30 Russian twists.

Sunday — REST.

PRODUCT REVIEW: TKO 4-WAY RESISTANCE BANDS Product Review: TKO 4-Way Resistance Bands. February 17, 2016. Over the last several weeks while being injured, I’ve been forced to change up my fitness routine quite a bit. I incorporated a lot of cycling, but also got creative with my strength exercises as well. Lucky for me, I’ve been given the opportunity to expand my home gym

with 4

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR ATHLETES WITH HYPERMOBILITY Hypermobility occurs when joints stretch further or are more flexible than normal, resulting in excessive range of motion for that particular joint. Possible symptoms may be mild and include joint or muscle pain. But other symptoms can be more severe and include sprains, tendinitis, or bursitis.

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