Don’t be discouraged if you don’t notice results right away. The things in life that mean the most often take the most effort and time to achieve.

Remember to wear sunscreen when exercising outdoors, even when it looks overcast or when it’s cold out.

Learn to forgive yourself if you stray from your training plan. Over-ambitious goals can lead to frustration and sometimes lead to giving up on your fitness plan. If you miss a goal or milestone, let it go and focus on the next opportunity to reach it.

It’s officially Valentine’s Day, which usually means a day filled with flowers, chocolates, and romantic dinners out. Start the day off right by getting your “sexy” on with a killer workout before enjoying the day with the one you love.

Having the right athletic socks is key to a successful run or race. Cotton socks lead to blisters, so invest in good socks designed for running.

Calories from beverages are often called “discretionary calories” because they are “extras” in our diet and should be limited.

Don’t compare your life with others’. Everyone has his or her own goals and obstacles and outward appearance doesn’t show what the real journey is about.

Keep a training diary. Not only will a training diary help you stay motivated, it will also track your progress and allow you to make adjustments for increased gains.

Need motivation to continue on a new running program? Remember….Even a bad run is better than no run at all!