On this day 13 years ago (my 30th Birthday), I decided to make a change and commit to living a healthy life. So, I started on this journey to lose weight. THIS JOURNEY HAS NOT BEEN EASY BUT IT HAS BEEN WORTH IT! I have lost over 200 pounds and have added years to my life and a passion to help oth

If you are new to the sport of running. - or - If you have been running solo for years and you are at a plateau. Then you may want to join a running group. Many have the idea that running groups are for those runners who tend to lead the pack. This is not the case. A Running Group is a co

With the fast-paced lives we live today, finding enough time in the day to accomplish our every day task is hard enough, but finding time for adequate sleep can be a challenge. I wear many hats and I myself am guilty of burning the candle at both ends, depriving my body the adequate sleep it requir

There is always a why behind everything we do. In all areas of my life I want to make a difference. I started this blog because I love the sport of running and FITness. I am using this blog as a platform to discuss my FITness journey, as well as the life lessons I have learned on this road to goo

July is prime-time for half-marathon and marathon training. Fall marathons are less than 5 months away, including the Williams Route 66 Marathon, which has been listed as the top race in Oklahoma, scheduled for November 19, 2017. As you go into this season of training, it is important to get yo

• DON’T WEAR HEADPHONES. Use your ears to be aware of your surroundings. Your ears may help you avoid dangers your eyes may miss during evening or early morning runs. • Run against traffic so you can observe approaching automobiles. By facing on-coming traffic, you may be able to react quicker t