THE Jog Blog – 31

June 9, 2011 By Tina Moore 1 Comment

Jogging Blessings:

I love the smiles and friendly “good morning” that happens regularly when I jog the seawall…happy people getting fresh air. I love it!

Tina’s Favourite After-Jog Snack:

I have a deep affection for ham and cheese croissants. I LOVE a freshly baked croissant with fresh orange juice after a jog. My body always says, “Yum”.

Tina’s Happy Place:

Running across the Lion’s Gate Bridge, around Stanley Park (getting a little lost in the trails) and then back over the bridge on a beautiful sunny day.

HILL Training Tips Based On My Experience:

  1. When I jog big hills, I always look down. I make sure the brim of my hat hides enough of my view so I don’t know how far I have to go. This allows me to just put one foot in front of the other and focus on my steps instead of how steep the hill is or how long it seems.
  2. There are a few methods on how to do hills but generally speaking I like to power up hills. I see them as a challenge and like to grunt and swear and push my way to the top. It’s very empowering and rewarding.
  3. Think of something else. I like to process my emotions or stress when I do hills. It gets me up the hills with strength and by the time I’m done, I’ve processed all my ‘stuff’. It’s AWESOME!
  4. Let your arms do the work. I pump my arms and focus on the big muscles in my thighs and butt. I am still aware of keeping my hands and calves relaxed as I don’t want tension in my body but rather strength and energy.

RUNNING GEAR:

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the running skort! It’s like a little skirt but with shorts underneath. It’s super comfortable and looks great. I find jogging pants or shorts can ride or look awkward in the front so these skorts eliminate that problem. You can find beautiful skorts at LadySport. They have lots of cute colors and will help you find the best fit.

HALF MARATHON!

Less than three weeks to go until the Scotia Bank Half Marathon in Vancouver! Click on the link if you are interested in participating. There are still spots open for the half marathon and 5K walk. It is such a great feeling to come together with other like-minded people who are enjoying the fresh air, energy and appreciation of the time and effort you’ve all put into your training. If you can’t run, come down and cheer! We need that ENCOURAGEMENT and ENERGY and APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT!

I had a really strong jog on Sunday and that was the first time I thought, “Yes, I can do the distance.” I didn’t know if my shins would let me but I think by keeping to a pace of running 8 minutes and walking 2 minutes I’m able to sustain the pace and distance. If my shins act up at any time I will lengthen my walk time and shorten my jog time. It’s about running for LIFE, LISTENING to my body and LOVING what I’m doing.

Have a JOYFUL, PEACEFUL and INSPIRING weekend. See you on Tuesday!

With a smile,

Tina

PS. I’m getting some FANTASTIC comments about my Ebook, so I’m super excited to share it with you…just a few more details…soon!!

YOU Can Sustain HAPPINESS!

June 7, 2011 By Tina Moore 1 Comment

In the photo I look pretty happy, and on most days I am but am I gloriously joyful all the time? No, that wouldn’t be reality but I am sustaining happiness whereas in the past it eluded me.

So what does ‘SUSTAINING HAPPINESS’ mean? And more importantly, what does it mean to YOU?

Since I started jogging and processing my emotions in a healthy way I’ve been happy but that doesn’t mean I haven’t curled up in bed and cried about the pain, betrayal and anger from my past relationship. Deep wounds take time to heal.

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THE Jog Blog – 30

June 2, 2011 By Tina Moore Leave a Comment

Laugh At Yourself – It’s Good For The Soul:

I was walking along and thinking, “I’m cool like that” only to realize I have a dryer sheet sticking out of my pocket…all doubt was removed, I am clearly not “Cool like that”!

Tina’s Deep Thoughts:

The seabus lets you look forward towards where you are going or backwards to where you’ve been. Which way do you look?

What Makes You Happy?

The sunshine reflecting off the ocean is a simple pleasure, one that brings me absolute JOY.

Training Tips Based On My Experience:

  1. Relax. When you are jogging it’s important to be aware of your body. I am very conscious of my hands . Am I holding them in a tight fist? If so, that tension crawls up your arm and into your shoulders causing them to ache. Relax your hands.
  2. What’s your stride? Are you landing heavy on your heel? Are you slumped over? Are your calves doing all the work? By listening to your body and being very AWARE of your stride, how you land, what your posture is like etc, you will be able to decrease the risk of injury and run more efficiently. I’ve been focusing on relaxing my calves and making my thighs and butt do the work. My calves are happy, my butt? Not so much…
  3. Avoid blisters by making sure your shoes fit properly, you have decent socks and if needed a good insole. I’ve avoided a blister in my new shoes by adding a small lift in the heel. When the shoes broke in, the insole compressed and I needed the lift so it didn’t irritate a small bone on the side of my foot.

CONGRATULATIONS!

There is an exceptional group of women in Fort Saskatchewan, AB who are joining me when I run the GoodLife Fitness Marathon in Victoria, BC this coming October. For that run they have called their group, “Are We There Yet?” Initially they were going to run 8K but quickly realized they are more fierce than they realized and they are now running the half marathon! I’m so PROUD of them and very excited to watch these women kick some butt! They are also walking the “End Women’s Cancer” walk in July. For that walk, they are called, “Fight Like A Girl”. They needed to raise money and through their community they have raised over $4000! WAY TO GO LADIES! Click HERE to read more about their great story.

SELF CARE:

I saw Benita, from Ocean Wellness this past week and my body was so grateful! I don’t like getting adjustments, especially in my neck. Trust is crucial when it comes to a good chiropractor and Benita is knowledgeable, gentle and considerate of my fears. I am very blessed to have her expertise, wisdom and incredible nurturing. I highly recommend her. Thank you Benita!

Less than a month to go until the Scotiabank Half Marathon here in Vancouver, BC. I am super excited because my friends from Kamloops are joining me and we are going to have a GREAT TIME! I am still very cautious about my shins but I’m confident with the continued rest and respect I am giving my body that although I will be slower than last year, I will be running with friends and LOVING it! For me, that’s what counts!

Hope you have a fantastic weekend and the sun shines in your part of the world. Sending you much love, joy, gratitude and appreciation.

With a smile,

Tina

PMS – Pondering My Sanity

May 31, 2011 By Tina Moore Leave a Comment

Dear PMS:

Why? Why do you come in the night and take away my personality? Why do you leave me emotional, irrational and totally craving salt and sugar? Why do you see everything as half empty? Why do you insist on making everything so irritating?

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THE Jog Blog – 29

May 26, 2011 By Tina Moore Leave a Comment

Tina’s FUN Friday Facebook Status:

“It is SO BEAUTIFUL outside and I’m SO EXCITED to JOG! Yipee for my brain! I’m already happy and I’m not even out there yet! Jogging-Ocean-Sunshine-Endorphins…I love you!”

A Lovely Jewel – Thank you Sonia Choquette:

“Your soul’s purpose right now is to be AUTHENTIC in your communication by first reconciling conflicts between your head and your heart.”

TRAINING QUESTIONS BASED ON MY EXPERIENCE:

Why do I need sports drinks when I am jogging?

Wikipedia states: A sports drink is a beverage designed to help athletes rehydrate when fluids are depleted after training or competition. Electrolyte replacement promotes proper rehydration, which is important in delaying the onset of fatigue during exercise.

What types of sports drinks are there?

Some choices are Gatorade, Powerade, Vitamin Water, and Propel.

HERE’S WHAT I DRINK INSTEAD OF THOSE CHOICES:

Coconut water

Why?

I choose coconut water because it’s natural and doesn’t upset my stomach like the others however here are some other reasons:

  • No artificial colors or dyes
  • I can read and understand the list of ingredients: coconut water
  • Less calories
  • 15x more potassium
  • Natural sugars (nothing artificial)
  • More calcium, phosphorous and magnesium
  • No dental erosion from citric acid
  • It tastes really good!

I’ve tried all three brands in the photo and my favorite is the green bottle. It tastes YUMMY, although it’s probably the most expensive out of the three. It has some pulp so if you want crystal clear, don’t purchase that one.

The other two are also good, although they are little less sweet. I tend to mix them with water because they don’t have quite as yummy of a flavor. They are still all natural though and they also come blended with fruit juice if you prefer. I will carry one container of water, and the other container of coconut water for long jogs. I’ll also carry my gels or gummies.

I like to eat as healthy as I can without being too rigid. I prefer fresh foods. If I can’t pronounce the ingredient then I consider it a small poison that I don’t want in my body. Fresh is best if at all possible. Organic is more expensive but worth it when it comes to meat, dairy and certain fruits and vegetables.

Does this mean I never eat chips, cupcakes or chocolate? Absolutely not. I love the crunch and salty taste of chips, but I limit my intake and when I don’t, my body reminds me. My scale tips on fresh and healthy not packaged and processed.

If you find the other sports drinks hard on your stomach or you would prefer to go with something that is less chemical and more natural, try the coconut water. I LOVE IT!

Thanks for reading “What Is YOUR nOrMaL?” and passing it along. I hope you have an awesome weekend and I’ll see you again on Tuesday! I’m looking forward to it!

With a smile,

Tina

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