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2018 BMO Half Marathon- Race Recap

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2018 BMO half Race RecapYesterday  I completed my 3rd BMO  half-marathon.  Voted Vancouver’s best, the BMO Vancouver Half Marathon is an extremely fast course.  From start to finish this race is top rate,  taking you through different neighborhoods on your journey to the Finish Line.  Chinatown to  Yaletown, to the beautiful West End.  You experience historic landmarks, breathtaking views, vibrant communities, and my personal favorite, thousands of spectators cheering you towards the  finish line!

Read on for this years race review and personal highlight.

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Making a SPLASH at Big Splash Water Slides- My Review

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Big splash water slidesAs some of you may already know I have recently become Instagram famous with a repost by @bigsplashpark. 😉  With my new found fame I thought it would be the perfect opportunity for a FUN post.  So if you are looking to make a  splash this summer at the new and improved Big Splash Water Slides read on for my review.

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TRX Part 2: True Conditioning- Class Reviews

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true ConditioningIn the previous article (Part 1), we reviewed what TRX is, who should do it, and five reasons you should try it.

In (Part 2) we are going to review five classes at True Conditioning a TRX qualified group fitness, and personal training studio in Richmond, B.C. 

From my first visit to True Conditioning, I knew I had found something special. This isn’t just a gym or workout studio this is a community of like minded individuals setting goals and crushing them. The vibe of the studio including the upbeat yellow walls, “Sweat Once a Day” decal and the posted goals, create a space where the positive energy is palpable.

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Mom & Baby Yoga

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Postnatal exerciseSince enjoying  Prenatal Yoga I was  interested in trying Mom and Baby Yoga.   Postnatal yoga is a great way for me to squeeze in stretching.  Lets face it,  getting out for a run is hard enough, coming home for a post run stretch is laughable.  For the last three months  I  have been taking  Mom and Baby Yoga at With Our Own Little Hearts Yoga  in Steveston, read on for my experience.

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How Do I want To Feel? 2017 Goals

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For the past couple of years I have set goals for 6 categories. This year 2017 isn’t just going to be about crossing things off my list, it’s going to be about how I want to feel.2017 Goals

Being off for the last 10 months has given me time to think about who I am, and the person that I want to be.  I’ve come  long way in overcoming my anxiety and PTSD but this year I want to take things further.   There are certain people and situations both past and present that have been and are triggers for me. These triggers open folders in my subconscious reminding my of a hurt from my past.  I react to these triggers with the fight of a heavy weight champion, consuming me with a disproportionate anger  that is exhausting.

For 2017 I want my life to be less about drama and the desire to be in control.  Focusing on nurturing important aspects of myself and my life, such as my well being- mental and physical- my relationships, and my career.  In 2017 I want to feel calm and balanced, I want to forgive the past, release the future and SHOW UP for the present.

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