The Great Virtual Everest Climb
You can virtually climb Mt. Everest and eat Twinkies at the summit! What is a virtual Everest climb? Covid-19, social distancing, and heat advisories are good reasons to consider adding… Read more »
Category: Health/Safety
You can Complete a 5K!
So, you don’t think of yourself as a runner? Maybe you stopped running years ago. Perhaps you are carrying some extra weight. Maybe you have bad knees. Perhaps…well, you get… Read more »
Plein Air Breathing
I pressed my face against the vents of my high-powered HEPA and carbon air filter to block out fumes of asphalt, laundry and paint. Wzzzzz Wzzzzz the filter whirled, calming… Read more »
5 simple steps to complete your first 5K
5 Simple steps to complete your first 5K: Set your goal…you have to want it. Put a 5K on your calendar with enough time to prepare and sign-up. Walk 3… Read more »
The First Snow and Santa Was Not Thrilled
With Thanksgiving just one week away, my weather app predicted afternoon snow in the Northeast of the United States. The forecast likely generated a variety of reactions. Many people, I… Read more »
Guaranteed 10k Personal Best
Despite being a little overweight, out of shape, and limping through airports on business trips due to knee pain; I had a desire to run a 10k trail race. How… Read more »
Should kids wear a PFD (Personal Flotation Device) when paddling?
Attached is a good video from the American Canoe Association ACA about ensuring safety for children when paddling. My take: kids AND adults should always wear PFD’s when paddling. A PFD… Read more »