Cheat Sheet for Running a Half Marathon
11May10
About a months ago, I posted about my experience running my first NYC Half Marathon. To sum it up, the most I’d ever run prior to that day was 4 miles (and I can count on three fingers how many times that was). Yet somehow despite all of this I managed to run the 13.1 miles in 2 hours and 11 minutes. The strange part being I did it without stopping and quite easily. Or rather the crazy part considering I’m not a runner.
So now for the big question everyone (and I mean every friend, acquaintance, and person I ever worked or went to school with) has been asking me, how did I do it?
First off, I’ll start with:
- Have a positive attitude and some confidence in yourself. Seriously, if I can do it anyone who is physically able probably can.
- Once you’ve established you’re going to try to run it, don’t more
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Water Crisis in Boston Ends
4May10
Well I picked a great time to visit Boston. Within a few days of my arrival a pike broke in Weston, MA causing nearly 2 million people in 31 communities in the Boston area (myself included) to lose their supply of clean water. The Mass. Dept. of Public Health issued a warning that tap water was not suitable for drinking, but could be used for bathing, flushing and fire protection. Mixed with the unreasonably hot, humid weather and all I can say is this trip has been a real pleasure. Fortunately, the water is now safe according to reports, just in time for my flight back to New York.
Growing up in the Boston area, I was so over this song. However, it’s never felt more appropriate (although I didn’t love that dirty water). Happy Tuesday Everyone!
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Blood Donors Needed! Help Make a Difference
13Apr10
Back in January, I tried to do my part in the Haiti earthquake relief efforts, by writing a post listing five easy ways individuals could get involved and help and pledged to do them all. One of the ways listed was to donate blood. Earlier I received a phone call from the Red Cross saying “I’d like to talk to you about your blood donation in January”. Naturally, I stopped dead in my tracks and panicked; I thought the only reason the Red Cross calls was if there was something wrong with your blood. I was wrong. She continued with, “Are you aware that there’s currently a shortage of all blood types in NYC but especially 0+, and with just one donation you can help as many as three people? Can we count on you to make a donation?”
My answer was most definitely yes! Although I recommended they open with “We need your help” when making these types of more
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The Wellness Cafe at Norma Kamali
4Apr10
I received an invitation from Norma Kamali to visit her new Wellness Café. Located at the Norma Kamali flagship store on 56th Street, I was no stranger to the café considering I used to work around the corner. Tucked in the back of her store, it was an olive oil haven. Filled with all types of pastries and snacks (all olive oil based); I was a sucker for the lavender shortbread.
I had heard during New York Fashion Week Norma made some adjustments to her life and was adding more raw and vegan elements into her diet. The café is an extension of Kamaili had thus evolved with her. I was excited to see the changes to the café, and even though I knew the olive oil base would always prevail, I had a feeling this would be the demise of my beloved shortbread.
As some of you know I’ve been on an oil kick for sometime now, olive oil, macadamia nut oil, argon oil, coconut oil, essential oils . . . you get the point. What began as something I only used on my body has now fully been integrated onto my face and hair as part of my regiment. I’ve also been on a recent health kick (or at least trying to be), the downfall of months of traveling and abiding by the ‘there’s no calories on vacation’ rule. And to that all I can say is it’s all fun and games until bathing suit season. So perfect timing for this invitation, I would be in good company, and I can use all the inspiration I can get!
So through the entrance, past the mannequins to the back of the store I go. Aesthetically it’s still very much the original café, however more
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The Ultimate Spin Experience: FLYWHEEL
5Feb10
Flywheel Sports, the new indoor cycling studio founded by former New York Giant’s running back and TV personality, Tiki Barber, and legendary spin instructor Ruth Zuckerman, opens it’s doors next week. Flywheel will also feature a yoga and exercise studio.
Spin-enthusiasts, cyclists, bicyclists, triathletes, (or anyone interested in trying indoor cycling or just looking to get in shape) get excited! Flywheel offers state of the art equipment and technology. Each bike features a monitor that tracks riders rpm/cadence, resistance, and energy. Your individual performance data is then stored and available after every ride under the ‘my performance’ page at www.flywheelsports.com. This is a great feature for anyone in training or looking to monitor progress.
I was lucky to get a sneak preview of the facilities, and the opportunity to take Ruth Zuckerman’s Fly 45 class for what I can only describe as the ultimate spin experience. It’s no wonder Ruth has been credited for being part of the force behind the NYC indoor cycling craze; she is amazing. Zuckerman knows when to motivate you when you’re tired, inspire you when you don’t think you can do another second, and push you to propel your biking to the next level. Plus, they understand the importance of more