25 Gifts Under $25: Amazon Gift Guide for Fitness Lovers

Fitness, Life

Struggling for some stocking stuffers? Buying for a birthday? Looking to treat yo’ self?? Your on this page because you know someone on a fitness journey who deserves a gift to honor their efforts to better their health. And, you’re probably not too sure what to get them… Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. I […]

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Holiday Guide: Top 10 Gifts for your Favorite Hiker

Life, Travel

This past year has been a whirlwind of preparations for my big trip to Nepal. The trip has now come and gone. (It was amazing!) And in all my planning and training I learned so so much about gear. I received so many questions on what items I liked best, what worked for me, etc. […]

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Monday Mantra: May All Beings Everywhere Be Happy and Free

Life, Monday Mantras

This week’s Monday Mantra is just meant to send some good vibes into your end of the universe. I know, no matter where you’re at in life, positive vibes are needed. Not sure about you, but my weekend flew by and I’m not even sure what I did! I am counting down the days until […]

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Blog-spiration: Top 5 Tips for a First Time Blogger

Life

I’ve been an avid blog reader for years. I’m an observer, a researcher, a planner. I’m not much of a spontaneous risk taker. You could say I like to play it safe. When I’m about to do something, whether it’s taking a trip or buying a shirt, I will read every article, review, and blog […]

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25 Gifts Under $25: Amazon Gift Guide for Fitness Lovers


Fitness, Life

Struggling for some stocking stuffers? Buying for a birthday? Looking to treat yo’ self?? Your on this page because you know someone on a fitness journey who deserves a gift to honor their efforts to better their health. And, you’re probably not too sure what to get them… Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. I […]

December 4, 2018

Summer Colds and Long Undies – Weekly Update #7


Travel

G’day friends! I have just a short update this week. I’ve been a little under the weather with a nasty summer cold, so my Everest-prepping and life in general has been on hold.   Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission […]

August 9, 2018

How Freaking Great Nature Is – Weekly Update #5


Travel

Question: What is the coolest thing about my preparations for this outrageous trip I’m taking? Answer: Getting to know how FREAKING GREAT NATURE IS! Seriously, since signing up for this trek back in December, I’ve really made an effort to spend more time outside. A lot of that has to do with the need to […]

July 26, 2018

Everest Prep – Weekly Update #4 – Peak Chasing and Elevation


Travel

So I just googled “Everest Base Camp Elevation” Someone recently asked me what the elevation of Base Camp is and I was like “um…its pretty high…?” I guess it would be smart to be SOMEWHAT knowledgeable about where I’m going. For those of you who are interested, Google says Everest Base Camp is about 18,000 […]

July 19, 2018

Everest Prep – Weekly Update #2 – Goodbye June!


Travel

Hey all! This weekly update will be short. Its the 4th of July and I’ve got fireworks to watch! If you’re new to the blog, welcome! In this series of posts I’m tracking my preparations for my trip to Nepal to trek Everest Base Camp. Read on for updates on fitness, gear, and my emotions. […]

July 5, 2018

Everest Prep – Weekly Update #1


Travel

As promised, here is my weekly update on my Everest Trek Prep!! So last week I posted the first of (hopefully) many status checks that I intend to post on the regular as my trip to Nepal gets closer. These posts will include updates on my physical training, the gear I’m acquiring, and my overall […]

June 27, 2018

100 Days and Counting: Everest Base Camp Trek


Travel

Hey Friends! Earlier this month marked 100 days to my Everest trip! AHHH! I signed up for this trip back in DECEMBER and at that time, September 2018 seemed so far away. And now I suddenly find myself in June. Only 3 months til we fly to Nepal and begin our trek to Everest Base […]

June 22, 2018