On Punching a Bully in the Nose

I had to punch a bully in the nose a while back.  Actually, two of them. One went after me publicly, and I called her on her crap. The other one – well, I’m not going to even give her a blink of time talking about her.  But she got it square in the nose, […]

Meredith: The Fat Shamer

Before I get into the visit I took into Crazy Town yesterday, I have to mention this. I don’t know if I wrote about the awesome fact that I killed  20 mile training run last week. TWENTY MILES, people.  And yes, I am TOTALLY bragging about it OPENLY because if y’all know me… this is a huge […]

Meredith, a Marathon and a Race Chair: Week 4.5 of 17

Week 4 of official marathon training is in the books, and some of Week 5… And I have tired legos. But first, I know that you are ALL wondering how our lizard is doing. I’ll be honest, this pet was not on my list of favorites when we got him.  He’s a bearded dragon, and you […]

Meredith, a Marathon, and a GIVEAWAY: Week 2 of 17

Week 2 of the official marathon training is sort of in the books (I still have a short run tomorrow.)  I am doing my best to update everyone at least once a week on the training and more since this is truly a big effort on everyone’s part, especially with the fundraising. For those of […]

Meredith, a Marathon, and Logan: Week 1 of 17

Week 1 of the official marathon training is in the books. For those of you who don’t know, I am running the Marine Corps Marathon in October as a pusher for this sweet boy, Logan, benefiting the Kyle Pease Foundation. (Go DAWGS!) I finished Week 1 training with a 10 mile run today. I am doing […]

The Definition of Insanity

What’s the definition of insanity? “Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” – Albert Einstein For me, insanity is standing still, in one place, knowing that I am not doing what is best for me; knowing that while others are apparently thriving, that I am standing still; knowing that I am […]

Living Life YOUR Way

Yesterday, I had an incredible podcast interview (should air this week) with Lauren Handel Zander, author of the new book, “Maybe It’s You: Cut the Crap. Face Your Fears. Love Your Life.”  This episode will air shortly – but listener warning – and READER warning – do NOT read this book if you don’t want […]

First Let’s Kill All the Carbs. (Wait, No. First, Let’s Tell the Truth!)

TRUTH: Swim Bike Fuel and 3HU recommended Metabolic Efficiency Training™ as a great next step in our nutrition if that was something that interested you, felt right to try, and worked for you.   TRUTH: For those of you who were a part of SBF and 3HU and wondering about this please check out your […]