Gold Medal Idiot

Gold Medal Idiot

I have tennis elbow. For the first time in my adult life, I’m dealing with chronic pain in my elbow, wrist, and hand. Does anyone know of a professional who can help with hand and wrist pain??? It has been bothering me for about two months. It started as a sore...

Leaning in to sleeping in

I went to the gym once this week and promptly remembered why I hated going to a gym. If I am left to create my own adventure, I’d rather sit down and read a book. Put me in a Zumba class, and I’ll sashaaaaay my way across the floor like a maniac with no...

A few bike-to-work tips

A friend asked me to put together a few tips for those who may consider riding a bike to work. Here are my recent observations: 1. Pack light. My shoes and lunch are typically the heaviest items in my panniers. I now have a couple pair of shoes at my desk so I...

How to Lose 40 Pounds*

A coworker said to me the other day, “I need to lose 40 pounds by May. How can I do that?” I shrugged. “Easy. No sugar.” Of course, then she scoffed at how that was impossible and I replied, “Yeah. I like pizza more than being skinny...

Veggie Challenge

I am participating in a veggie challenge at work this week. The idea was to encourage all colleagues to intentionally eat more veggies for five days. Each cup of veggies was scored at 2 points, while a cup of fruit was scored at one. (Couldn’t be easier to...

Enough with the Gluttony!

I’m guessing many of you are floating along with me in the same “holy Moses, how did my pants get so snug already” gravy boat. Thanksgiving was delicious. And the two weeks since haven’t really been much different. My exercise routine...