Spartan Race

I have always wanted to do a Warrior Dash or Spartan Race. One of my friends challenged me when we went to lunch today to do one with her. So, I accepted. If anyone else wants to do it, here is the link:  http://www.spartanrace.com/utah-obstacle-racing-spartan-beast-2013.html#. It is going to be a blast!!! I am also going to run the St. George Marathon again this year. My goal is to get 4 hours or less, so wish me luck. Once I register there is no going back. I'll keep you posted on how the training goes.

Elephant Fun

I have this awesome friend named Tiffany who I met during lunch time at SUU. We will randomly see each other each week around the same time, so we sit and eat together. She recently told me she was going to Virginia to see her brother graduate from SVU. As some of you know, it is on my list to go ride an elephant. Since Virginia is one of the only places in the USA you can do that, I convinced her to talk with her family and go ride an elephant while she was there. Since she is a master of persuasion, she convinced them what a great idea this was. Unfortunately, when they got there they learned that the saddle for the elephant was broken...it was one of the saddest moments of my life, even though I wasn't even there. Thanks for trying Tiffany. You rock!!!

Boston Marathon

I know it is so sad what happened during the Boston Marathon on Monday, but I saw this video and it inspired me. I hope that if I were near anything like this someday, that I would have to courage of some of these people. It is incredible how we can come together as a nation and as human beings in times of need. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRD90hRb5gQ

Space Jump

I seriously think this must have topped this guys "Someday" List! I mean, I've been sky diving, but this is crazy. Check it out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHtvDA0W34I

Some Motivation...Courtesy of Nike

About two months ago, I started working out with a friend three times a week at the gym. I have never liked lifting weights...I would much rather stay fit playing a sport or doing something fun. So, to help motivate me, my friend shared this video. Hope you like it as much as I do!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egBF1w-sHR4

Stress-Free Work

Some great advice for those who love their job, but let stress get in the way of loving their life!

http://www.inc.com/steve-tobak/7-great-strategies-for-managing-stress.html?nav=next

No Sugar Challenge

Well the no sugar challenge is over. Out of 6 people competing, only 2 made it all the way to 3 months. Sadly I was not one of those two! I made it 2 months total, had a really bad week, and gave in to the bliss of a sugary distraction with a friend. It was a pretty great 2 months though. I ate really well, but it was more expensive since I was also taking a metabolism booster and multivitamins since I have been going to the gym more often. Well you can't win them all!!! As a result, I get to go see a friend in Florida and another one in Seattle, so I guess it really isn't that bad that I lost.

Here are a few things I learned:
-Often times when a package says how many grams of sugar, make sure you check the ingredients to make sure it is natural sugar or you won't be eating anything!!
-There are some great healthy snacks out there! I loved eating dried apple slices, crackers and cheese, and nuts
-Don't trust your friends to keep you going strong...they all want you to fail so they don't feel so bad about their eating habits!

Before I die I want to...

How would you answer the question "Before I die I want to..."? Here is a link to a great Ted Talk where hundreds of people answer that questions in a very public way.

http://on.ted.com/fTjp

Take a look and let me know what you would say!