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How I am Working Hard and Training Harder

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Lately, I am on a journey to build a stronger, fitter, healthier body.  As a personal trainer I wanted to make sure I worked hard on my body first, before dedicating my time to train others. That doesn’t mean that I am not looking to inspire others while I’m training myself. Personal trainers are real […]

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Running Along with Ultra-Runner David Clark

David Clark’s 12 Hour Treadmill World Record Attempt in NYC As an addict I quit on myself everyday- today I find redemption in placing myself in difficult places and trusting that I will fight it out. — David Clark Ⓥ (@wearesuperman) February 29, 2016 This past weekend, I was lucky enough to run along side, […]

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Fit Fridays HealthAndWellness Movies

10 Ways to a Happy and Healthier You

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot

Feeling great about life and yourself is something we all ultimately aspire to achieve.  In the upcoming film Whiskey Tango Foxtrot by Paramount Pictures, Tina Fey is an unhappy journalist sent to Afghanistan to cover the war. Through her journey she does a complete 180 and changes her life around for the better by switching […]

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2016 Empire State Building Run-Up – Recap

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A few months ago, I won a contest to participate in the 2016 Empire State Building Run-Up. I like a challenge, so I gratefully accepted the challenge. Last night was the run-up and this is my recap… Last night was an interesting experience. You think oh it can’t be that bad, if you can’t run […]

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Armpocket’s The Wrister – The Forearm Armband

The Wrister Armpocket has come up with yet another really great product called The Wrister. This product is truly designed for those of us that need to keep our phones a littler closer to our hands. I love using the Wrister while running and while doing strength training exercises. The Wrister gives me the Freedom […]

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HealthAndWellness

Have a Stomach Virus? Here’s What To Do

How to take care of a stomach virus? Know the symptoms and how to take care of it so it doesn’t get worse. Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, nurse or health practitioner, just someone that has had experience with a stomach virus on several occasions, sharing tips that have worked for me, and hope […]

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3 Moves to Tone your Abs, Legs and Buns

Who doesn’t want strong, sexy legs for the Summer. Yes, it’s OK to think about the summer in the winter. After all, summer bodies are made in the winter. If there’s one feature I love the most about my body are my legs. Running and strength training has made my legs stronger and more tone […]

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Fit Fridays HealthAndWellness Holidays

5 Awesome Gifts for the Fitness Enthusiast

Sometimes it is hard to find the perfect gift for someone. I think I’m really easy to buy for, and I believe, most runners/fitness enthusiast are easy to shop for. We like simple things that work and make our fitness lifestyle simpler. To make it really simple for you to shop this holiday, I’ve compiled […]

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Nektar Honey Crystals Holiday Recipe and Giveaway

I was recently asked to review this pretty amazing and tasty product. I am a huge fan of honey, maple syrup and other natural sweeteners. So when I saw this product, I was curious to find out more. Honey Without the Sticky Mess, couldn’t be further from the truth. What are Nektar Honey Crystals? Nektar […]

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Win An Armpocket Armband

There’s nothing more annoying than having to worry about how to carry your necessary items during your training run. I am glad to have found Armpocket. No more worrying about a cheap armband, sliding down while running, or chafing your skin because of sweat and friction, or not being able to fit your items and […]

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Staying in the Zone While Running

I’ve recently did a guest post on Armpocket’s blog, about How To Stay in the Zone, while running. Long distance runners need a lot of motivation and mental push to stay focused and in the zone. The first couple of miles tend to be fun and exciting especially during a race, where everyone is cheering […]

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Soxxy – The Comfort of Business and Pleasure

Who said runners can’t have the best of both world?! I must admit, I have a lot more gym/running outfits than anything else. #RunnerProblems Soxxy is what happens when you mix business with pleasure. I recently received a pair of compression socks to try out. My first impression when I opened the package was, “hmm… […]

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The ArmPocket Racer – The Ultra-thin Armband

I recently got to review the Armpocket Racer armband. Last weekend, I took it out for a 14 mile long run around NYC, where we covered Summer Streets and two of NYC’s toughest bridges (Williamburg Bridge and Manhattan Bridge).* During my long runs, I try to run as light as possible, meaning with as little […]

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Blogging Tips HealthAndWellness

Strangers or Close Ones – Who Gives Best Advice?

Do you prefer to take advice from strangers or people close to you? This is a very good question… As a somewhat private person I find it very hard to ask or seek for advice.  Oftentimes if and when I seek advice I would ask someone not closed to me (like family or friends), but […]

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What’s Your Expertise? – NaBloPoMo

Everyone is an expert in something. Tell us three things you’re an expert in. Sometimes I feel I am not an expert at anything. It’s like when someone asks you what are your skills/talents, often times I feel I have no talents and/or skills, even if I do. So this time, I will look deep […]

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ArmPocket Ultra i-35 – Training Made Easier

You know you’re training for a marathon when you rarely have time to do blog. I love blogging and I love to run, when I was first introduced to an amazing product that would help me train better, I knew immediately I would have to blog about it. A few weeks ago, I attended The […]

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Comfortable, Sexy and Faster – PUMA IGNITE PWRCOOL

Every run deserves a comfortable outfit, and finding the right pair of tights, top and sneakers can be challenging. Not no more. PUMA has really great fitting clothes that will have you running for miles and feel super comfortable. Their ST Watch Me Leave Tee is light as a feather, very stylish and does not […]

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Cool Beans! The Coolest Ice Tray

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One of the coolest ice tray molds I have ever seen. The perfectly rounded ice cubes makes making ice so much fun. Also, the small size makes it easy to use when applying to your body to reduce swelling. Pop ice cubes out of the mold like fresh peas! This quirky ice tray allows you […]

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Two Marathons, One Major Goal

Two weeks ago, I received some pretty great news, and at the same time nerve wrecking news. I got accepted to run the 2015 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. My plan for this year was to train and run the BMW 42nd Berlin Marathon, I had previously deferred my entry from last year to this […]

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JD X PUMA Competition – Start The Hunt

Win two pairs of PUMA Trinomic XT1s JD Sports and PUMA have teamed up to bring you this friendly competition/treasure hunt in the following cities (London, Bristol, Manchester, Liverpool and yes, NYC). The first hunt will start in London on March 18th. The hunt is pretty simple, starting today, follow the following twitter accounts and […]