exercise

Was Running 21 Marathons Healthy?!

Was Running 21 Marathons Healthy?!

In less than ten years I ran 21 marathons. On top of enjoying the running friendships and fun destination marathons, I was convinced that the health benefits were undeniable. Then I started to hear about “the bell curve” in exercise. Clearly being a couch potato was bad for my health, but could excess exercise be equally dangerous?!?

A Prescription for Calm

A Prescription for Calm

This fall I have been hanging out at the corner of Calm and Crazed a lot. The stress levels are high, and I need to be vigilant! In addition to my “sauna workouts” and following “stress -reducing” routines, I have found this “prescription” to be helpful during my season of stress.

Are There Ways to Reduce My Chances of Breast Cancer?

Are There Ways to Reduce My Chances of Breast Cancer?

You may have heard the recommendations to breastfeed, don’t smoke, be cautious with hormone replacement, and avoid stress (anyone else feel stressed just by being told stress is dangerous?!). They all are valid, but what else is there? Are there small changes that might have the biggest results (more on the 80/20 Principle here)?

How Much Should I Exercise?!

How Much Should I Exercise?!

In less than ten years I ran 21 marathons. On top of enjoying the running friendships and fun destination marathons, I was convinced that the health benefits were undeniable. Then I started to hear about “the bell curve” in exercise. Clearly being a couch potato was bad for my health, but could excess exercise be equally dangerous?!?