Motherhood. Fitness. Balance.
I just read a term that is quite possibly the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever encountered. “Thigh-gap prejudice.” It’s becoming abundantly clear to me that things are quickly spiraling out of control. I’m sort of disappointed in myself for even acknowledging “thigh-gap” as an actual thing to be addressed. Until recently, I’d never heard reference
October was the craziest month ever. Started with a competition in Minnesota, The Granite Games. This event was incredibly well organized, the programming was top notch, volunteers and event staff were completely professional and the athletes were a blast to compete with. I think I really needed an enjoyable and fun competitive experience to see
I just finished participating in SEALFIT Kokoro Camp, an “intense 50+ hour crucible training academy that mirrors the famous U.S. Navy SEAL BUD/S (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL) hellweek”. I’ve been thinking about doing this for a year or so. I had some kind of intuition that it was something that would be good for me, because
The last few weeks I’ve really enjoyed commiserating with other moms about their children’s return to the classroom. I was more nervous this year than I’ve been for the last few. For two years of preschool plus Kindergarten my son had the same, absolutely amazing teacher. A woman with 30+ years of 3-6 year old
I’ve never realized how amazing mountains are. I’ve looked at their peaks from airplanes, marveled at stories of people climbing them, and was even somewhat traumatized by one after completing the 2012 CrossFit Games triathlon. This weekend I participated in the CrossFit Affiliate Summit in Big Sky Montana and for the first time I really
I left this past weekend’s North Central Regional mostly feeling gratitude and motivation. Some really amazing things occurred, and being completely serious the biggest rewards did not come in the form of first place finishes or event records. As far as the competition goes, it was an experience like no other. I could feel something
“I have come to believe over and over again that what is most important to me must be spoken, made verbal and shared, even at the risk of having it bruised or misunderstood.”- Audre Lorde I’m not sure whether this post is complete to my satisfaction, but if I don’t post it now it’s going
My wonderful sponsor, Muscle Driver USA held an open tryout for aspiring weightlifters that had interest in joining Team MDUSA. This team is designed to support and develop lifters with the potential for World and Olympic level competition. Members receive not only financial support but also training facilities and more importantly, high level coaching. I