Xterra Texas Trail Run Series

Check out this awesome runner!!!



Last weekend I was working a race for PowerBar and I was able to see quite a few spectacular runners. Two in particular were a couple of 10 year old girls that ran a 21k. Yep! A 21k! Not only did they finish it, but they took first and third for the women. Truly spectacular. The day started off a little yucky with a light rain, but the runners enjoyed the race and the weather right off the river at Cameron Park in Waco, TX. The 21k run was accompanied by a 5k as well as a kids fun run. It was exhilarating watching these runners from all age groups push their limits and reach their goals.

These two young girls have inspired me to run a 21k within the next year. Training will be tough, but completely possible.

Yourshape fitness evolved 2012 review

I'm quite impressed. I always wonder how good an actual exercise game will be, especially after my experience with wii fit where I was greatly disappointed.


Yourshape fitness actually has an image of you, not a cartoon character. It calculates calories burned, although I do not trust their calculations. There are multiple levels of different exercises. For example, strength is split up into the different body parts which is then divided even more into multiple levels. It even advertises dance classes and up to 90 hours of workouts. I tried out the jump rope section, wall breaking section, as well as two strength sections. Not bad! This game is definitely geared to somebody who is just starting to exercise or wants a bit of variety in their routine.

Embracing the distant parking spots!

Today started off bad. Texas State University is a good college, but has major issues with parking. I spent 30 minutes looking for a parking spot and then ending up parking across campus and walking 1.5 miles to class. Needless to say I wasn't happy, especially since it was raining. However, I made the best of the situation. I was given 30 minutes of exercise! Yes I was hot and sweaty after walking to class, but I was able to exercise for 30 minutes without interruption. No hubby asking me to do something, crying baby, or demanding preschooler. I started to become very thankful for my 30 minutes to reflect on my day, plan my activities, and just enjoy being able to walk! So yes, I'm embracing my 1.5 mile trek to class and will do so twice a week until the beginning of May!

Not a spinner

I'm not a fan of spinning, and my legs are witnesses to that! However, the hubby loves it and now has a wish list.


The above picture isn't the exact one that he's requesting, but I did get a peek at Sam's yesterday. Costco also has a few that appear to be of better quality, but I'm not an expert.

Currently we have a small home gym that consists of free weights, a treadmill, and a 'total gym'. Disregard the unfinished floor as we haven't decided what we are going to do in our room yet. Suggestions?






I actually used both exercise machines today and feel pretty satisfied with my day overall. :)

Kids and Playtime

It amazes me how little time kids get to play. I really try and allow my oldest to go to the playground at least once a week so that he can meet more kids and have more interaction. I'm aware that schools have started reducing PE days and I'm still shocked. With the increasing rate of adult and childhood obesity here lately, you'd think schools would try to incorporate more physical activity. That's where us parents really need to step in and ensure our kids get a healthy amount of exercise daily. It can be difficult. I'll be the first to admit that, but it is extremely important that we teach kids at an early age that exercising can be fun.







Of course my son loves the playground, but doesn't love other exercises that I try to get him to participate in. He's a fan of yoga, soccer, and here recently pushups. A few days ago he decided to do pushups during the commercials on the Disney channel. I think he's been watching his mom too much! Occasionally we'll have him run laps or ride his bike in the house when the weather is bad...and of course this is a favorite!
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