Baby, it's cold outside, isn't it? And, when it's cold outside, I don't always feel like going out and exercising. When it's dark, rainy, and wet, I know what's coming: me being cold and wet. To stay healthy and fit, I still exercise outside all winter but it's hard! Here's how I get out the… Continue reading Stay Healthy and Fit by Exercising Outside All Winter
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forget the sit-ups – try this activity for your core!
5 Simple Steps to a Healthier Lifestyle
Moving toward a healthier lifestyle is easy with these 5 simple steps. Thanks to Silk Soymilk for helping me share this with you. Living a healthy life doesn't have to be difficult, take lots of time or cost money. Follow these 5 simple steps to a healthier lifestyle and feel good - both mentally and… Continue reading 5 Simple Steps to a Healthier Lifestyle
10 Tips for Running a Half-Marathon Over Age 45
This post is sponsored by BUILT WITH CHOCOLATE MILK. My husband, Brad, and I just ran a half-marathon - his first, my fourth - together! Running a half-marathon over the age of 45 is different than running when you're younger. Even though it's still the same distance - 13.1 miles - when you're older it… Continue reading 10 Tips for Running a Half-Marathon Over Age 45
Hula Hooping Basics
I am a big time hula hooper. Hula hooping is my favorite way to keep my mid-section in check. While I usually hoop in the privacy of my backyard or living room – depending on the weather - I have been known to hoop it up at a bar with my blogger friend or at… Continue reading Hula Hooping Basics
Hooping Fool Love
I love hula hooping. I always have. Back in the ‘70s, I was a hooping fool. Hula hoops could be found going around on my neck, arms, stomach, and ankles. Sometimes several of those spots had hula hoops going simultaneously. Fast forward to present day (ok, more like 5 or so years ago), my friend,… Continue reading Hooping Fool Love
My Workout Routine
The Oregonian, the newspaper here in Portland, Oregon, asked readers to send in their winter workout strategies recently. Mine was one of the many that was featured. I’m no fitness expert but I do know that I feel better both mentally and physically when I stick to a regular workout routine. My workout routine doesn’t… Continue reading My Workout Routine
How to Cover a Hula Hoop with Fabric
Howdy folks! I'm really excited to be a guest here on Go Gingham. When Sara and I first met, we instantly bonded over our mutual world-view through eco-green glasses. Her chick with sticks post was right up my alley. She thinks my motto, "Mall is a 4-letter word" is hilarious. So I was honored when… Continue reading How to Cover a Hula Hoop with Fabric
Exercise at Home and Skip the Gym
During the month of January, gym memberships increase like crazy. Everyone has the best intentions at the start of the year with exercising and eating well. Sometimes just getting to the gym can be a barrier to working out. I say, exercise at home and skip the gym. You’ll save money, time, and resources by… Continue reading Exercise at Home and Skip the Gym
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