Results Are In! My 28-Day Challenge with Composition ID

FullSizeRender

Twenty-eight days ago, I did my first DEXA scan with Composition ID, a body fat composition testing company here in DC.  Since then, I’ve made a few tweaks with the aim of reducing my body fat percentage and lowering my total weight, outcomes that I am hopeful will improve my marathon times.  Today, I went in for my second scan…  Just like the first time, it was super easy and painless, and Tiffany even provided all my results in a nice email attachment.  But anyway, the results… drum-roll please…

Continue reading

2016 Goals!!!: Four (Five?) Marathons, 3:45, and 2016 Miles

IMG_7018I don’t love how New Year’s resolutions are marketed these days (nor how congested they make gym classes…), but I do see value in setting new intentions for the year ahead.  I’ll be gentler on myself, I’ll be more complimentary to my spouse, I’ll focus on being more appreciative — that sort of thing.  And, although you won’t hear me resolve to lose 10 lbs. in 2016, I also see value in setting goals.  (Obvi… This is a blog entirely dedicated to my goal of running 50 marathons in 50 states…)  I’ve decided on three running-related goals for 2016.

Continue reading