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How Running in a 5K Race can Help you Lose Weight
A 5K race makes working out FUN! – Give it a try. Running an organized 5K event is fun, and once you get there you will see that they really are for people of all ages, shapes and sizes. There is an...
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Sandy Runs a 5K Race and Leaves her Plateau in the Dust
With some additional encouragement from her family, Sandy decided to train for a 5K run — 3.1 miles — to help her advance her fitness goal and defeat that pesky weight loss plateau. Of course it took...
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Real Stories Next Stop, The Evergreen State
As Jenn and Sandy continue their journeys we will check in with them from time-to-time and give you updates about their lives, fitness accomplishments and their pursuit of continuously Living Healthy....
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What You Need to Know About Piriformis Syndrome
What a pain in the butt…literally! Unfortunately, pain is a way of life for many people; particularly for those who suffer from ailments like piriformis syndrome. The small muscle located in the...
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Pre Race Jitters and Preparation – The Half Marathon (Part I)
It’s ALIVE…with undeniable energy. When you walk over to the reception and expo area of the half marathon there is an incredible energy. There is a feeling of anticipation and pride among the...
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Emotional, Exhausting and Exhilarating – The Half Marathon (Part II)
Race day… After training together for months to prepare for their half marathon, Katie and Justin gave each other a long hug and some final words of support before they separated to join their...
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70 lbs. Lost and Counting – Real Stories Heads to Hockeytown
After an amazing RUN in Seattle, Real Stories is going to Detroit, Michigan to follow Lori Stratford, and her life changing goal of losing a total of 170 pounds. Lori lost an impressive 70 pounds so...
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Interval Training 101 – Lose Weight, Get Ripped, GET RESULTS!
Too often we get comfortable with our weight training and cardio programs. Many people tend to just “do cardio” with little structure or thought put into the process. They simply go running or hopping...
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13.1 Miles Away and 6 Pounds to Go, Joey’s Goals Meet the Flu Season
Flu Season Setbacks… Joey fell ill with cold and flu-like symptoms just days before the Carlsbad Half Marathon, and she was incredibly concerned about whether or not she would be able to participate in...
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Daylight Saving Time Change 2013 is this Weekend, Spring Forward Your Clocks...
That’s right, this weekend marks that time of year again when we all sacrifice an hour of sleep in the wee hours of Sunday morning in order to gain a precious extra hour of daylight to enjoy in the...
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Fuel your Workouts to Maximize Your Results
This article was contributed by Debbie M., MS, RD Did you know that during anaerobic activity like resistance training, sugar is your body’s primary fuel source? The goal is to keep plenty of blood...
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‘Fallback’ Time, Helpful Reminders and Tips for the Time Change this Fall
Mark your calendars, write yourself a note and set your reminders because this weekend it is time to “fallback” again. On Sunday, November 3, 2013 at 2 a.m. you need to adjust your clocks BACK ONE...
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Daylight Saving Spring Time Change 2014 Can Help You #MoveMoreBurnMore
This weekend we get our first glimpse of light on the path to spring and summer (pun completely intended). After one of the harshest winters in North American history, this weekend’s “Spring Forward”...
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It’s Time for Change in 2014 with this Fall’s Time Change
It’s time to change your work out and your clocks back! On Sunday, November 2nd at 2:00 a.m., most of the people in the United States and Canada will need to set their clocks back one hour marking the...
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The 5K Club Training Program – Train to Run Faster
Compliment your Lifestyle… Though it may start as a way to get some exercise for many people, running often becomes something more. It becomes a passion…a way of life. Missing a day of running just...
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Daylight Saving Time Spring 2015 Helpful Tips and Reminders – The Countdown...
You know that summer is on its way because this weekend, on Sunday, March 8th, 2015 at 2 a.m., you need to “spring forward” your clocks. Sure, it’s only an hour, but doesn’t if feel more like “HOURS”...
View Article5 Things That Can Destroy Your Weight Loss Efforts
Running around with an endless list of “to-dos,” eating unhealthy, stressed out and certain you are the busiest person you know…is this you? Reality check: welcome to the club, everyone is busy. But...
View ArticleThe A+ AUTUMN Workout – AEROBICS, ABS, ARMS & AWESOME Legs ALL-in-one
When it comes to fitness, the autumn season is not traditionally a focal point for getting into shape for many people. Darker mornings, colder weather, tasty Halloween treats and calorie-laden...
View ArticleThe A+ AUTUMN Workout – AEROBICS, ABS, ARMS & AWESOME Legs ALL-in-One – Part 2
Weeks 3 & 4 The sun is starting to set earlier and Thanksgiving is just around the corner — which can only mean one thing — fall is in full swing. This also means it’s time to get your fitness into...
View ArticleThe A+ AUTUMN Workout – Part 3
AEROBICS, ABS, ARMS & AWESOME Legs…ALL-in-One Finish the fall season off with a bang with this third and final workout in our A+ Autumn Workout Series! For this installment of the A+ workout, we...
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