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Tackle those Hills in your Neighbourhood!

Posted on March 31, 2015 by

“Hills are speedwork in disguise.” – Frank Shorter, Olympic Marathon Gold Medalist 1972 If you are one to avoid hills, now is the time to decide to tackle them!   Hills are excellent for strength, fitness, improved efficiency and injury prevention, … Continue reading →

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Inspiration on the run – Wonderful fit couple

Posted on March 10, 2014 by

Today is a gorgeous day, but last Friday I remember it felt like the sky was falling when I put my private umbrella on (yes I alternate between my Vancouver Sun Run and my Vancouver Marathon Hats!) as I headed out the door … Continue reading →

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Don’t let WEATHER get in theway of your training!

Posted on February 28, 2014 by

Well there’s STILL snow and slush on the ground out here in South Surrey/White Rock as I type, and worse yet last night was the black ice underneath.  Last night I had to put my training group through the paces in … Continue reading →

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Love and Wellness

Posted on February 17, 2014 by

 “Love is everywhere” – I hope you managed a special time with someone you love this past Valentine’s Day weekend, and perhaps you did something “active” before you shared your dark chocolate afterwards! Many a spark has been struck between people … Continue reading →

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Inspiration from Sochi

Posted on February 10, 2014 by

Are you not EXHAUSTED from trying to catch all the Olympic Events as our Canadian athletes do us proud in Sochi?  (As I type I’m waiting for the highlights!)  I’ve been hooked ever since I decided to stay up and … Continue reading →

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