In 2001 I had a growth spurt. I grew 3 inches, then promptly lost it. As it turns out, I have scoliosis. But it wasn’t that simple. I was diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth, a genetic neuromuscular disorder caused by the degeneration of the mylene sheaf lining the peripheral nerves. This causes muscular atrophy, joint pain, and… Continue reading The Strength to Start Running
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Race Day Packing List
Even though we have both been running for many years, we are new to racing. More specifically, we are new to trail racing. Neither of us had ever run a trail race before and had no idea what to expect. Thankfully, I planned ahead and packed our bags before Jonathan got out of work on… Continue reading Race Day Packing List
Me: a New Mom Struggling to Find Time for Fitness
While competing in pageants I was inspired to workout to look my best on stage. I was naturally thin, but my CMT had caused muscular atrophy and scoliosis, and I just looked award on stage. Muscles helped correct my walk, balance my figure, and feel good. But now that I’ve aged out and have no plans… Continue reading Me: a New Mom Struggling to Find Time for Fitness
Golden Triangle Strutters hosts a Holiday Lights Stroll
Each week when Gingie and I attend GTS, we walk through the streets of Barrington Heights. Before the time shifted for Daylight Savings, we used to run/walk straight back on the highway, which turned out to be about 3 miles. But once the clocks turned back it was very dark, and the sidewalks get slippery.… Continue reading Golden Triangle Strutters hosts a Holiday Lights Stroll
Tacky Sweater Run 2015
Somewhere in the the evolution of Christmas, “Christ” was replaced with sweaters. I suppose it’s good in theory, since sweaters keep you warm in the winter. But there are two flaw with that theory. 1. It’s not cold in Texas. We don’t get snow. and 2. You don’t need a sweater in Hell, which is where… Continue reading Tacky Sweater Run 2015