Archive for October, 2012
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Oct 27, 2012
5 CommentsPoint of No Return — One Year Veganism Anniversary
I’m never going back. Instead of getting frustrated with this fad or losing enthusiasm, after a year of veganism, my resolve and commitment to this way of eating has only deepened. What started as a challenge and a true investment in long term health has become a passion that comes down to ethical and moral...
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Oct 17, 2012
1 CommentHow to Spot a Diet That Spells Disaster
We all want to lose weight quickly and effortlessly. If it were this easy, however, wouldn’t everyone be at a healthy weight? Weight loss takes hard work, but we continually fall for the promises of the latest weight loss scheme. Only 5% of dieters keep their weight off for more than 3 years. Some plans...
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Oct 12, 2012
2 CommentsRunning without Tunes
I have read of the elusive creature – the music-free runner – and have even met a few. Of course on long runs done with a group, I’ve left music at home – but run by myself without music? Never really happens – I’ve even been known to put off a run until I charge...
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Oct 07, 2012
No CommentsSt. George 2012 Marathon Review
I’ll confess, I entered the lottery for this marathon because of the allure of a fast race. It was not fast for me, but it was one of the best races I’ve ever run. From a beautiful landscape to impeccable organization, this is a marathon not to miss. Bests: Course: stunning. You watch the sun...
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Oct 04, 2012
No CommentsObesity? Who’s To Blame?
People often use lack of available, convenient food as an excuse for eating unhealthy. Say, you are stuck in the airport in oh…Salt Lake City…for several hours and you need something to eat. Well, you might have a grilled tofu sandwich, a green salad, a Gnu bar, Naked green juice, organic granola, raw almonds OR...
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Oct 01, 2012
No CommentsTraining Advice – Easy to Administer, Tough to Swallow
Right now, I hate my trainer. Mainly, I hate her because she is right. Problem is, I can’t fire her…because it’s me. A little background: I am training for my fifth marathon set for next Saturday (October 6th) in St. George, Utah. This training I feel great. I’ve incorporated some new techniques…more on that in future...
