Rise and Shine 358

Inspiration: I dedicate this post to the MONDAY MORNING TEAM at the Wolverine Worldwide Family YMCA! I've been on the early (5:10AM) Monday schedule for a while now and start my work week with a great group of dedicated, fitness-minded members...we often declare that WE LOVE MONDAYS! I'm so thankful for the Grand Rapids area … Continue reading Rise and Shine 358

One More Night 357

Inspiration: These days there have been plenty of opportunities to squeeze in a sub class. It's the season of winter vacations, colds & the flu, even injuries...and subbing a co-worker's class. So as long as I'm in good health, in-town and not working one of my other jobs, I'm more than happy sub another class. … Continue reading One More Night 357

PRESIDENTS’ DAY Special

Inspiration: For me, PRESIDENTS' DAY will be celebrated like none other in my lifetime. While many have focused on the connection to George Washington's Birthday, and even Abraham Lincoln (another February birthday of an iconic U.S. President)...it's really a tribute to all who have served in the highest political position of U.S. government. So for … Continue reading PRESIDENTS’ DAY Special

…Quick Machines (The BIG GAME Endurance Ride) 355

Inspiration: Another NFL pairing goes helmet to helmet this weekend for the SUPER BOWL 51. It's also time for another Sunday afternoon ENDURANCE RIDE. Here's a classic rock themed mix for a powerful 90 minute workout. Most tracks are longer (5 minutes plus) and geared for a steady pace along flat road or up hill … Continue reading …Quick Machines (The BIG GAME Endurance Ride) 355

(Twenty) Seventeen 352

Inspiration: Our NEW YEAR is off to a great start...two holidays to kick off 2017: the actual NYD on Sunday and the observed holiday today, Monday the 2nd! I have a rough plan for the year, making for the best one yet (despite the neah' sayers!) More balance (literally, with plans for at least one … Continue reading (Twenty) Seventeen 352