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360 Degree Plank Workout

March 13, 2012
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One way that I am always able to get rid of the blues that I talked about in yesterday’s post is a good, sweaty workout. This morning Lauren delivered just the type workout I needed before this weekend’s half: low weight, high repetition, lots of hip flexor work, and some killer ab series. While I [...]

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Odd Fears

November 17, 2011
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This morning I woke up excited for a run outside. During marathon training this year I started to embrace outdoor running due to the many benefits I found versus running on the treadmill. I find that running outside pushes my muscles more and helps me properly prepare for a race which will always be outside. [...]

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A Fresh, New Month

August 1, 2011
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Happy Monday! In case you are just catching up from the weekend, it was a busy one. Friday we explored the Hudson River by sailboat! Saturday I had a humbling Queens Half Marathon experience that doubled as a long training run. Saturday night we celebrated Bo’s 27th birthday at Birreria           [...]

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Physique 57 Arm + Ab Booster DVD Review

May 16, 2011
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After a wonderful weekend down in Atlanta, I am more than ready for some vegetables, water, recovery. Luckily, the Atlanta airport aided my cause. The B terminal at Hartsfield International Airport has some wonderful and healthy food choices including Au Bon Pain and Proof of the Pudding. I chose a Greek salad which was filled [...]

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Personal Training Check-In: TRX

May 11, 2011

Happy Wednesday! This morning I woke up bright and early for my 11th personal training session. During the course of these 10 personal training sessions I’ve mastered the routine. We start with five minutes of dynamic warm-up and stretching including butt kicks, lunges, deep squats, and high kicks. We complete 3 circuits, each including 3 [...]

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A Crazy Pride Filled Day

May 2, 2011
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What a crazy day it has been! Bo and I went to bed really early last night and therefore missed the multiple phone calls, text messages, and news flashes regarding Bin Laden’s death. Living in New York City, this event takes on a whole new meaning. This morning at the gym, the news and surrounding [...]

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