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Restorative Yoga: Unwind and Relax
Restorative yoga is a quiet time to physically unwind the body. It is probably the slowest paced of the yoga styles. Soft props like blankets, bolsters (think: giant pillow), and foam blocks support you. They dim
7 Things to Know Before your First Yin Yoga Class
Yesterday, I wrote about Yin yoga and its benefits for runners. Yin yoga works the connective tissues in your body to encourage the release of fascia and increase circulation. If Yin yoga sounds like something
Yin Yoga for Runners, Plus 5 Juicy Yin Poses
Inspired by traditional practices of monks in India and China, modern Yin yoga arrived in the late 70's. The monks held Yin-style poses for long periods of time to physically condition themselves for sitting meditation.
Hal Higdon Plan Reviews
I used a few of the popular Hal Higdon training plans early in my career. Afterward I reviewed these free and well-balanced plans.
Book Reviews
Newbie learns about sleep
January always seems like a good time for experimentation. Everyone is making resolutions and trying to live healthier lives. Last January, I experimented by not eating significant amounts of lactose for the month. After, I
2015 Year Recap
The year was not what I was expecting. At the beginning of the year, the company I worked for sent out an email abruptly saying they were bankrupting. A fantastic opportunity arrived in its place,
The Stupid Long Run (Or: Mountains are Hard)
It always takes me twice to learn a lesson. (Unless it concerns tacos and running, that lesson is never learned.) My marathon training in July was basically thwarted by a long run on the trails.
Running Transformation
Not every mile is transformative. Some of them are pretty mediocre. But run your miles, and you will be transformed. Run. Recover. Repeat. Running Transformation I've logged a lot of miles. Miles upon miles, but
Savannah Related
Restorative Yoga: Unwind and Relax
Restorative yoga is a quiet time to physically unwind the body. It is probably the slowest paced of the yoga styles. Soft props like blankets, bolsters (think: giant pillow), and foam blocks support you. They dim
7 Things to Know Before your First Yin Yoga Class
Yesterday, I wrote about Yin yoga and its benefits for runners. Yin yoga works the connective tissues in your body to encourage the release of fascia and increase circulation. If Yin yoga sounds like something
Yin Yoga for Runners, Plus 5 Juicy Yin Poses
Inspired by traditional practices of monks in India and China, modern Yin yoga arrived in the late 70's. The monks held Yin-style poses for long periods of time to physically condition themselves for sitting meditation.