Some runners don’t realize that they’re wearing running shoes that are actually too small for them. Your running shoes should be 1/2 to a full size bigger than your regular shoe size because your feet will swell when you run and you need plenty of room…
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Martin Luther King Jr.
“Faith is taking the first step, even when you don’t see the whole staircase.”
Randy K. Milholland
“You make me understand how wonderful it is for little lizards when they find that one special rock that’s perfect for sunning themselves on. You make me lizard-happy.”
How to Make Potato Wedges
Potato wedges are always a “favorite” for kids and grown-ups alike; they’re easy to make and “great” for barbecues and parties. Make a lot as they’re bound to go quickly!
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How to Stop Running Away from Yourself
Most often, we find excuses to avoid the harsh realities we know are present within ourselves. The fear of facing our own fears leads to a vicious cycle of self defeating behaviors. Rather than looking within, we focus on the o…
How to Do a Deep Treatment
A deep moisturizing treatment, protein treatment, or hair mask, can be store bought or homemade. A deep treatment is a great way to revamp dry or damaged hair because it moisturizes and strengthens the hair. Read on to learn ho…
Homemade Gift Idea: Perpetual Calendar
Perpetual calendars are a great alternative to regular calendars because you can reuse them again and again. Make one for someone on your gift list (you can use our free printable to do it), and they’ll never have to buy another calendar:
How to Mak…
Ready to Start a Food Diary? Use the KISS Principle
So, you’re ready to start keeping a food diary. My advice? Feel free to use the KISS — Keep It Simple, Sweetie! — principle.
I did not. For my first food diary, I entered in all of my meals and snacks into an Excel template; then I entered my go…
Post-Workout Foot Pampering
After a long walk or run, treat your feet right. They have taken a real pounding and if you give them the right refresh, they will be ready for your next workout. The key is to refresh them right. If you have a blister, that’s a sign that you need some…
Tips for Running With a Jogging Stroller
I’ve been a mom for more than four years and the one baby gear item that I absolutely cannot live without is my double jogging stroller (before I had my second baby, it was my single jogging stroller!) Jogging strollers can be a lifesaver for running m…