Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal
My mission in life is to not merely survive, but to thrive: and do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style. – Maya Angelou
Tag: Health
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In July I registered for my first CrossFit Chicks class at Oceanside Wellness & Sport. During the summer, I took the class three days per week. I run on the off days. CrossFit Chicks is a women only class, but the concept is the same. It is less intimating for some women. Think of CrossFit…
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I run more than I write. A balance between the two is better. After each run, I update my Facebook, twitter (lexa82), and sometimes Instagram. Rarely does my WOD (workout of the day) appear on Lexa’s Journal. Starting today that will change. The plan is to post my daily workouts or how I feel when…
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There is something uniquely special about running in the summer rain. I left the house early Sunday afternoon with the intent of taking a short run. I’m chuckling just thinking about it. Why? Because my short run turned into 8.51 miles. As I readied for my run, the sun shined. Two steps out the front…
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I ran! I conquered! At least that’s how I feel. Lol! After a much-needed warm and bubbly bath, my feet are propped up on the sofa. My son is hypnotized by his Nintendo 3DS game, while my hubby and my daughter are getting their sleep on. I thought I’d be sleep, but I’m not sleepy… yet.Truly…
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“Have you been running the entire time?” A middle-aged couple asked. After gingerly laughing, I said yes. Apparently the couple saw me pass their home more than once. My neighborhood merges with another development, creating a beautiful landscape for my daily runs. Newly blossomed pink and white pear trees line the streets giving way to…
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For three steady weeks now, at least my upper or lower body has ached in a way that is unfamiliar to me. I consider myself to be a lifelong athlete and a fitness junkie. A daily jog for me is no less than eight (8) miles, and sometimes I feel guilty about that. I know- I am…
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