Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Even athletes need their inhalers...
David Beckham revealed something about himself yesterday -- He has asthma. Check out THIS article from the UK's Daily Mail.
Friday, November 20, 2009
More reading material..
For my birthday this year I was given an Amazon Kindle, which is probably the coolest piece of technology I've owned in a long time. Throughout my life I've been an avid reader and recently have not been taking as many trips to the bookstore as I'd like to. Now, with this gadget, I look forward to the time when I have nothing to do but sit around and read.
Mostly I've been reading a lot of chick-lit, however today I finally took the initiative to see if they had any books/magazines on running available. First thing to come up was THIS and they had a number of other books with advice on how to start training and avoid injury.
When I go home next week I'll have tons of free time (and very little access to a gym), so while I'm sitting on the couch and eatting all day at least I'll be learning and formulating my workout plan for when I get back to DC. It's much needed -- I went to the gym for the first time in a month the other day and was STRUGGLIN'.
Now that I'm finally feeling better (up and running!) from that cold that had me out of commission for almost a month, it's time to really start focusing.
Mostly I've been reading a lot of chick-lit, however today I finally took the initiative to see if they had any books/magazines on running available. First thing to come up was THIS and they had a number of other books with advice on how to start training and avoid injury.
When I go home next week I'll have tons of free time (and very little access to a gym), so while I'm sitting on the couch and eatting all day at least I'll be learning and formulating my workout plan for when I get back to DC. It's much needed -- I went to the gym for the first time in a month the other day and was STRUGGLIN'.
Now that I'm finally feeling better (up and running!) from that cold that had me out of commission for almost a month, it's time to really start focusing.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Fannie Mae's Walk to Help the Homeless
This Saturday, November 21st, is Fannie Mae's 22nd annual Help the Homeless Walk here in DC. Last year was my first time participating in the walk, which starts out on the National Mall and passes by the Jefferson and FDR Memorials. Altogether, the route is about as long as a 5K, or 3.1 miles. It is quite scenic compared to other Walks that I've participated in based around the National Mall. Hopefully with all of the warm weather we've been experiencing lately, this year's walk will be warmer than last years (which was really REALLY cold).
My hectic work schedule has prevented me from taking the time off to participate this year -- but this truly is a great event. Homelessness is a nation-wide problem that is a lot more common than we think. Registration costs from $15-$30.
Follow Help the Homeless on Twitter and Facebook !!!
My hectic work schedule has prevented me from taking the time off to participate this year -- but this truly is a great event. Homelessness is a nation-wide problem that is a lot more common than we think. Registration costs from $15-$30.
Follow Help the Homeless on Twitter and Facebook !!!
Friday, November 6, 2009
A few steps backwards?
It's been forever since I've last written, and unfortunately I really haven't been doing much of anything.
The changes in weather and the onset of all of the cold weather have left me feeling quite under the weather. This cold, or whatever it is that I have, has put me slightly outta commission for the past 2 weeks. I've still been able to go to work but any sort of physical activity has been off limits, leaving me pretty stir crazy when I am actually home..
For a better understanding of the effects cold weather has on people with asthmas, click HERE and HERE
Looks like it's time to start wrapping myself up in pashminas whenever I go outside!
On a side note, one of my volunteer projects with the PR committee for Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation event, has their Facebook and Twitter pages up and running. Check it out! :)
The changes in weather and the onset of all of the cold weather have left me feeling quite under the weather. This cold, or whatever it is that I have, has put me slightly outta commission for the past 2 weeks. I've still been able to go to work but any sort of physical activity has been off limits, leaving me pretty stir crazy when I am actually home..
For a better understanding of the effects cold weather has on people with asthmas, click HERE and HERE
Looks like it's time to start wrapping myself up in pashminas whenever I go outside!
On a side note, one of my volunteer projects with the PR committee for Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation event, has their Facebook and Twitter pages up and running. Check it out! :)
Thursday, October 15, 2009
A few shoutouts...
Since moving to DC in July of 2008, I have been spending my spare time getting involved with some really great organizations...
In August of 2008 I became a part of Greater DC Cares, which is basically a huge network connecting anyone who wants to volunteer with community service groups and events in the area. Due to my work schedule, I do not get to participate in a lot of their afternoon volunteering events, however, this past year I was able to be a project manager at both Servathon and the 9/11 Day of Service. Both of these events help to raise money for Greater DC Cares, which it uses to provide volunteers and services to thousands of non-profits in the DC Metro Area. On both these days volunteers perform community service projects benefiting local organizations. Having the opportunity to help out the National Park Service and the DC Firefighers Burn Foundation this year has really been amazing.
In January of 2009, I became involved with the DC Habitat for Humanity PR Committee. The committee meets once a month to come up with ideas and plan new fundraising events, take part in local festivals and events as the face of DC Habitat, and also to spread word and get donations for home dedication ceremonies. Since getting involved, I have attended quite a few happy hours all around DC and been able to check out some places I wouldn't normally have gone to. At the most recent meeting, someone had the idea of creating a house costume for someone to wear to get more people to come up to the Habitat booth at local festivals. Just a few days ago, myself and a few others constructed the costume -- it was a great way to express creativity that I haven't done in years. The great thing about DC Habitat is that you can get involved as much as your schedule allows.
Just this month I became involved with the planning committee for 2010's Taste of the Nation, an event to benefit Share our Strength. Still in the early stages, I am not sure what my role in this will be, but I have expressed an interest in the PR and Marketing committee, so we'll see how that goes. There are about 10 different planning committees.. it was hard choosing which one to get involved in.
I am always looking for ways to do more. I'll be sure to update my adventures more often.
In August of 2008 I became a part of Greater DC Cares, which is basically a huge network connecting anyone who wants to volunteer with community service groups and events in the area. Due to my work schedule, I do not get to participate in a lot of their afternoon volunteering events, however, this past year I was able to be a project manager at both Servathon and the 9/11 Day of Service. Both of these events help to raise money for Greater DC Cares, which it uses to provide volunteers and services to thousands of non-profits in the DC Metro Area. On both these days volunteers perform community service projects benefiting local organizations. Having the opportunity to help out the National Park Service and the DC Firefighers Burn Foundation this year has really been amazing.
In January of 2009, I became involved with the DC Habitat for Humanity PR Committee. The committee meets once a month to come up with ideas and plan new fundraising events, take part in local festivals and events as the face of DC Habitat, and also to spread word and get donations for home dedication ceremonies. Since getting involved, I have attended quite a few happy hours all around DC and been able to check out some places I wouldn't normally have gone to. At the most recent meeting, someone had the idea of creating a house costume for someone to wear to get more people to come up to the Habitat booth at local festivals. Just a few days ago, myself and a few others constructed the costume -- it was a great way to express creativity that I haven't done in years. The great thing about DC Habitat is that you can get involved as much as your schedule allows.
Just this month I became involved with the planning committee for 2010's Taste of the Nation, an event to benefit Share our Strength. Still in the early stages, I am not sure what my role in this will be, but I have expressed an interest in the PR and Marketing committee, so we'll see how that goes. There are about 10 different planning committees.. it was hard choosing which one to get involved in.
I am always looking for ways to do more. I'll be sure to update my adventures more often.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
New running shoes...
I've been looking for a new pair of running shoes since mine are just over a year old and have been through hell and back. I came across these and they seriously are the probably the most bizarre sneakers I've ever seen. Since I haven't bought sneakers in a while I didn't realize how much of an investment they were. Any suggestions for what I should be looking for in a good pair of running shoes!?
Saturday, October 3, 2009
And so it begins...
Taken this morning at the AIDS Walk Washington 2009
This morning was the 2009 AIDS Walk Washington - a 5K Walk/Timed Run to benefit the Whitman-Walker Clinic. 1 in 20 adults in Washington DC has HIV, the highest rate in any city, so this event was not only important to raise money but also awareness. According to the AIDS Walk website, this years event raised over $760K!
Running on just enough sleep and iced coffee in hand, I ventured over to Pennsylvania Ave this morning to participate. Aaaaand next year I'll be participating in the timed run! Gonna start really hitting the gym and being healthier this Monday...(or maybe Tuesday!)
Any advice/information you have for me is greatly appreciated! Feel free to leave comments and holla (or tweet) atcha girl!
3 more photos after the jump!
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