Do You Have A Log?

How many miles did you run last week? 

Do you know approximately how many calories you consumed?

Let's assume for a minute that you are not meeting training and/or weight loss goals.  It's hard to know where the breakdown might be unless you are keeping track of what you are doing.

Take a lesson from The Happy Runner blog and keep track of your training activities.  By logging your miles, calorie intake and other stats; you can easily identify issues that may be keeping you from the goals you have set.

Celebrating Running

It's pretty cool to have been able to run for many years.

For me, I just celebrated 15 years of consistent running - among other activities, of course.  Also taking some breaks for injuries, of course too.  This post from the Run DMZ blog on celebrating 20 years of road races made think back and reflect on my running over the past several years.

At times, it has not been easy.  My share of knee issues sometimes keeps me on the sidelines.  However, those injuries have taught me the benefit of just enjoying running as opposed to trying to be so competitive.  My hope is that I will enjoy the sport of running a lot longer taking this attitude.

In any event, take a moment to celebrate your running . . . or any other physical activity you choose to enjoy.

Yummy Soup Recipe

If you live in the northern region of the Midwest, it's time for "comfort" food.

This yummy soup recipe is awesome from the TriSaraTops blog.  It is a healthy, tasty soup treat with black beans and lots of protein.

If you are like me, January is a perfect time to try new soup recipes.  Especially tasty and healthy ones.