Happy 2020! Wow, 2019 flew by so quickly. I don’t know if it’s because I’m older or if it’s because of all the baby fun but I can’t believe we are already in 2020. I spent New Year’s Eve in our cozy home on the couch. My husband and I fell asleep around 10:30pm waiting […] Read more…
2019 Alpharetta Women’s Half Marathon Recap
In 2018, I ran the Alpharetta Women‘s 5k while 25 weeks pregnant (you can read the recap here). This year, I ran their half marathon at 8 months postpartum! Right after running their 5k last year, I signed up for the half marathon knowing that it would be my peak distance race event during my […] Read more…
My Icebox Cryotherapy Experience
Raise your hand if you know what cryotherapy is! I’m sure a majority of you have heard about the coolest trends in recovery (see what I did there). When the opportunity to try out Ice Box Alpharetta came about a few weeks ago, I jumped right in! My training and rest days were planned around […] Read more…
My Postpartum Running Update!
Well, hello! Allow me to reintroduce myself. I’m Sandy and I’ve neglected my blog for months. EEK! Honestly, I didn’t realize that it has been THIS LONG since my last post. Time flies when you grow your family! I haven’t been completely off the grid though, I’ve been journaling my training on Instagram . Aside from […] Read more…
My Postpartum Fitness Journey with Baby #2
Hello, world! I took a couple of months off from blogging to prep for the birth of baby #2. After a fast and furious labor and an unmedicated birth, he’s here! I gained 26 lbs during this pregnancy. Today, at 2 weeks postpartum, I lost 16 lbs so I have about 10 lbs to go! […] Read more…
Good bye to 2018 & Running!
2018 has been an amazing year. I managed to keep myself active and healthy for another year while cross training. From getting back into BJJ, races, yoga and more, let’s take a quick look at 2018! RUNNING: My goal for 2018 was to run 500 miles, but I only got to 358 miles. I ran 10 […] Read more…
Review of For Two Fitness Capris + $50 Giveaway!
Guess what, I’m 31 weeks pregnant and still working out! Compared to my first pregnancy, I’m so much more active and have tons more energy despite chasing a 2 year old around. More exercise means I needed more maternity active wear and I came across the For Two Brand online while searching for maternity running […] Read more…
Race Recap: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon, 5K, & MORE
I hope everyone is recovering from the Thanksgiving holiday! Did anyone else run a Turkey Trot this year? I decided to run in the Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day event hosted by the Atlanta Track Club. I ran the 5K and my 2 year old daughter ran the 50 yard dash. ATC also offered distances in the […] Read more…
A few fitness things I’m grateful for!
It’s the week of Thanksgiving and I have lots of gratitude in my heart. Though I look forward to yummy vegetarian Thanksgiving food, I’m definitely motivated to stay on track with workouts, eating more veggies, and maintaining an overall positive mindset. I’d love to share a few fitness things I’m grateful for right now! Let’s dive […] Read more…
Race Recap: Alpharetta Women’s Half & 5K
Race recap of the Inaugural Women’s Half Marathon & 5K. Read more…