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Jul
05

Still Running, Although Concentrating On Strength

I blogged a few weeks ago how I was going to focus on strength training as I want to build more muscle. That is still the goal but I do have a few smaller races coming up. At the end of this month, I will do a 5K, which should be easy for me. Next month, there's a 10K race in my hometown. I'm doing these races more for fun and to make sure I still get some running in.

My workout routine has been concentrating on lifting more weights. I'm still doing 5 days a week, but not as much cardio as I had been doing. I still do cardio each day, but less time. I know the more cardio I do, the more weight I'll lose and the less muscle I will build.


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Jun
03

Plant Based World Conference & Expo is this week!

Plant Based World Conference & Expo is coming to New York City this week! Have you got your tickets yet?

Link: http://www.plantbasedworldexpo.com/

I'm really looking forward to the expo. Dr. Michael Greger is the one plant based doctor I haven't met yet. I've admired his work and really look forward to his presentation.


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May
24

Plant Based Vegan Runner Getting Ready For First Half Marathon

My half marathon is coming up quick. As many of the readers of this blog know, I'll be doing the Fairfield Half Marathon on June 2nd. I'm both excited and nervous about it, as I know a lot of people will be cheering for me.

For me, the half marathon is a way to prove just how far I have come from my obese days. I could barely climb a flight of stairs 7 years ago. To be able to move without limitations is such an awesome feeling. I once asked someone why formerly obese people like to run so much. His answer says it all... "we run because we can!"


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May
07

Enter to win a Pair of Full Community Day Passes to Plant Based World

We are giving away a pair of Full Community Day passes to Plant Based World Conference & Expo this coming June 8. Check out over 100 plant-based brands and attend sessions with leaders in the plant-based movement.

To enter: Go to our Facebook post and like it. Tag your whole #plantbased crew!


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May
03

Plant Based World Conference and Expo

#PlantBased is hitting the big time! Plant Based World Conference & Expo is bringing together leaders and brands from across the movement like no event has done before. Who will we be seeing at PBW this June?

Link: http://www.plantbasedworldexpo.com/speakers.asp


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