August 26, 2014 The weather heated up here in New England today, but it didn’t scare me and my new workout buddy (mom) off from taking another beautiful power walk. This time we headed into town. We started on the Hospital Hill Rail Trail Spur with a view of Smith College and the hills. I am used to Texas and Nebraska walks and runs, which…
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Lindsay is back with Part 2 of her article, Single, 20-Something, & Tri-ing On A Budget. In Part 1, she talked about budgeting, managing her finances, and relationships and money. Now, she’ll tell you how she makes it all work. We know it’s difficult just starting out in life after college, but when you add the expenses of competing in triathlons onto that….Well, we’ll let…
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August 25, 2014 What a wonderful day! I was getting fit at 46 with my mom. It was the best workout yet. We did about 40 minutes of power walking. She is super fast and we talk the whole time! There was no warm up and no cool down and no breaks. But, we talked and talked, which makes the walking even harder. My parents…
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We hope you read our first article on the Unique Characteristics of the Triathlete Wardrobe. With piles of sweaty clothes from our triathletes, plus piles of kids’ sweaty clothes from their sports, we’ve done our share of unpleasant laundry. Okay, add in our own sweaty running clothes to the mix, but sorry, the smell is just different and usually not dripping wet. So, based on…
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August 24, 2014 Wow, I never had an official work out today, but I sure as anything felt like I was getting fit at 46! Go figure… We were moving the first of our twins into their college dorm today. I was really too anxious this morning to get out for a run, but that’s probably when you need it the most – to blow…
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August 23, 2014 Today was the first day I DID NOT work out since starting Getting Fit At 46! Yuck! So, knowing we would be logging in a lot of hours sitting in the car, I decided to stay focused on my food. We first had breakfast at my in-laws and I made hubby two sunny side up eggs with lox on top and I…
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August 22, 2014 It was an easy morning. We so took advantage of our cancelled flight last night and lounged in bed, rather than jumping out and hitting our workouts. Well, his workouts. Mine, this week, have been a bit later, but they got done. It was nice not hearing an alarm clock at 4:30AM. We will both go for a run later today, after…
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August 21, 2014 Do tears count as weight loss when you’re getting fit at 46? They better, because that’s pretty much what I did most of the day and mostly about nothing. Today is the day we start our journey taking the twins to school. I get up at my usual time, while the kids are still sleeping. So, of course working out kept being…
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August 20, 2014 Well, Day 6 and I did it. Getting fit at 46 – I got it done! I’ve managed to be active each day so far and get in those workouts, regardless. Today was one of those rare days my trihubby slept in and didn’t leave until after 6 am. While it’s nice to get some extra zzzzz’s, this meant that I lost…
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I made a huge, double batch of these Oatmeal Cookies the morning the twins returned from six weeks in Europe and India. They are one of their favorites. They contain whole grains and are so easy. So, what are you waiting for…. OATMEAL COOKIES Pre-heat oven to 375. INGREDIENTS 1 cup butter – I leave this out the night before, so it is soft in…
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August 19. 2014 Today was a totally awesome day for my spirit, as I tried to stay on target to be active and not be stressed about my upcoming trip. I am trying hard to remain focused and dedicated to my plan of getting fit at 46. Up early again and finished my new routine of a brisk 45 minute walk with the pups. Given…
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Lindsay is back again with the third installment in her series. She’s kept all of us entertained talking about Dating and Roommates, and this time she’s tackling how to be a triathlete on a budget. In part 1, she talks about budgeting, managing her finances, and relationships and money. In part 2, she’ll tell you how she makes it all work. We know it’s difficult just…
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