Happy Heart Day

What better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than to do a workout. What kind you say, any kind is fine! Be it cardio or strength, work your heart and you will be happier. Oh and did I mention to do it friend or partner too, then it becomes doubly as good.

Spring is on the way. Get motivated, get a goal and GO!

We earned our chocolate hearts with a hill workout!

Spring crocuses in the Arboretum

Yeah, 50 and rain

Good to be back to the "normal" winter weather, don't you think!

Thursday 10 year party

Sunday fun

Beautiful route in E. Madison area

Yeah done and the rain stopped!

In addition to running, the coaches love to EAT!

No snow and a new group

Yep we were finally able to start the Sunday morning Spring 1/2 marathon and 10 km group after the snow melted. I think we were all happy to be finally on firm ground again without the chance of slipping and sliding! Anyway we are off to a great start!

Here are a few photos from the some people who have gotten HELP!

Discovery Park rain and wind on Tuesday

Nancy's on her 17 mile getting ready for the Vienna Marathon

Gale on a bike tour in Vietnam!

The Thursday group 10 years ago, yep we are having a party to celebrate our anniversary this week.

New Year, New Training Groups

That time of the new year again. The 1/2 Marathon and 10 KM Run and Walk Training Group starts January 15th for spring and summer races. Looking for a goal? Check out the links to races on the right. Here are some of the races the group is training for, as I get more info from people I will list the folks doing the different races.

Vancouver, BC
Tacoma
Cinco de Mayo in Snoqualmie

Capitol City in Olympia
Portland Rock N Roll

Seattle Rock in Roll

And the biking and triathlon season is just around corner. The Saturday long distance bike group and 1/2 ironman triathlon training group starts on March 10th. For advanced cyclists and triathletes.

The Wednesday evening bike group starts on April 25th. For all level cyclists.

Don't forget there are also the Tuesday morning and Thursday evening run groups. For all levels of runners and walkers.

Write me for more info or if you would like to join in and of these group.

Gifts and Resolutions

It's nearing the end of the traditional gift giving and resolution making season. But the best gift we can give ourselves all year long is the gift of health and fitness. Make exercise and healthy eating a part of your lifestyle and give them priority in your life.

Happy New Year to all and wishing you a new year of fun, fitness and success.

3rd semi-annual Donut Challenge

We did it again. We carried donuts: up stairs, up hills, on our back for push-ups, climbing ropes, swinging on swings and squatting with them and yes we got to eat them at the end along with some latke, applesauce, apricots and satsumas. YUM!!

End of the Year

Just a couple of events left this year, next weekend is the 12K's of Christmas, in case you are looking for a last minute challenge.

Even though it is cold and dark out, it is still a wonderful time to go for a walk or run. Or if you prefer indoors on a treadmill, spin bike or elliptical. The main thing is you are staying active during the holidays. Winter is also a great time to get stronger, work on your leg, upper body and core strength. And of course don't forget rolling and stretching.

Not feeling so motivated? Grab a friend, do your errands on foot or bike and just get out the door, you will feel so much better. HELP Training also offers during the week run/walk groups and a strength class. Write me if you would like more info on times and cost.

Happy feet after the Seattle 12 marathon

Gas Works view at the Park, cold but happy runners

Winter training equipment, simple and effective, including the feet doing push-ups