Grounded Fitness

August 17th, 2008

There’s Always More to Learn

Well, based on our past conversation, and watching this feat of amazingness last night, I’ve decided to give running another shot.
I decided that since I know for a fact now that it’s a mental block that keeps me from running, I can’t use it as an excuse anymore. So, since this is summer in Seattle, which means […]

By Kelly Turner -- 7 comments

August 14th, 2008

Q and A: One For Me and One For You, Dear Readers

Rachel sent me this question:
Can someone just not be “good” at running? I have tried and tried and tried for the last couple months to work up my endurance and speed and it just isn’t happening. I am lucky to get a ten minute mile and even then I do intervals (2 minutes running & 1 […]

By Kelly Turner -- 14 comments

August 5th, 2008

If You Are Pinching Pennies….

let go! You’re hurting them!
Sorry.
 I just bought a super cheap treadmill and it rocks. If you are in the market for one but don’t have a few grand to spend, see my review at Every Gym’s Nightmare.
Tags: , exercise equipment, review, treadmill

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July 21st, 2008

Just Throwing it Out There…

I must get something off of my chest.
If you are on the treadmill, and walking at an incline of 15, and holding on for dear life, YOU SHOULD NOT BE WALKING AT THAT INCLINE.
Holding on negates the results. You should not have to hold onto the treadmill. If you are, you are at too high […]

By Kelly Turner -- 20 comments