Garden Update! Life has been interesting the past few months, that’s for sure. The activities which center me and allow me to process life’s uncertainties the most are endurance cardio and gardening. So, as we figure out how to stay safe from coronavirus while simultaneously fighting the ongoing plague of racism in our country, thereContinue reading “The Garden Still Grows…”
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On the state of things…
It’s been a rough few months for America. On top of the pandemic, which has disproportionately affected people of color, we’ve seen yet another surge of violence against blacks, including at the hand of police brutality. It’s so overwhelmingly sad, incomprehensible, and distressing. I feel insignificant in the struggle to fight for what is right.Continue reading “On the state of things…”
It’s Time for Summer Camp for Grownups!
“I dare you to train for a marathon, and not have it change your life.” -Susan Sidoriak Attention RVA runners! Our summer camp for grownups is set to begin next week! Just in case you haven’t heard via social media or email, the Sports Backers Marathon Training Team will begin June 6th and 7th. It goesContinue reading “It’s Time for Summer Camp for Grownups!”
About Empathy
I read an article a few years ago about the phenomenon of catching yawns. This is something I’m quite prone to, so I was intrigued. The premise of the study was that people who spontaneously yawn at the suggestion of watching someone else do the same is that these people have empathy. Those who don’tContinue reading “About Empathy”
Book Review: Good to Go by Christie Aschwanden
Back in my home health days, I listened to lots of NPR. I especially loved the program Fresh Air. I was lucky enough to catch Terry Gross interviewing Christie Aschwanden, the author of the book Good to Go, in February 2019. She was speaking my language… scientific but well explained rationale behind the industry ofContinue reading “Book Review: Good to Go by Christie Aschwanden”
Trail Running: Pocahontas State Park
I’ve taken you to the James River Park System trails in an earlier post, dreamed with you about the potential Ashland to Petersburg trail, and have shared on my Instagram all the cute little trails in the Town of Ashland. Now let’s begin to explore some other trail systems in the metro Richmond area! WithContinue reading “Trail Running: Pocahontas State Park”
Vegan Goodness: Gravy Edition
Besides cheese and my mom’s potato soup, what is one thing I have mourned the loss of since eating vegan? I missed gravy. I am the gravy maker for our big Thanksgiving meals. I am adept at creating this magical potion to add deliciousness to the most ordinary foods. It’s more of an art thanContinue reading “Vegan Goodness: Gravy Edition”
The Squat: What You Need To Know: Pandemic Edition
Without the gym, those of us who exercise on a regular basis or are so bored at home that we want to start exercising are now forced to rely on body weight movements and cardio to fill these needs. If you happen to have an awesome home gym, good for you. I’ll try to hideContinue reading “The Squat: What You Need To Know: Pandemic Edition”
Comfort Baking Part 2: Vegan Apple Spice Bread
When my soul feels troubled, I turn to activities that comfort me. The first is running. This morning, I spent a meditative run thinking about the injustices in our world. I ran for Ahmaud Arbery. He was murdered while out on a run in his own neighborhood. We should not be hunted down and killedContinue reading “Comfort Baking Part 2: Vegan Apple Spice Bread”
Finding Fitness Motivation: Pandemic Edition
I recently revisited my post from February about finding motivation. I wrote that post knowing that the novelty of our New Year’s resolutions was likely fading, evident by the smaller crowds at the gym. Well, now that we don’t have the gym, how do we find motivation to exercise? And where do we look forContinue reading “Finding Fitness Motivation: Pandemic Edition”
Anne the Vegan 