For pretty much my whole life, I’ve hated running. I tried playing soccer when I was young and gave up because the running part was awful. For years afterward, I couldn’t even run a full mile. I could hike for hours, but the act of running was just so unpleasant that I couldn’t go more … Continue reading How to get started with running (as someone who hates it)
Personal Journey
10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Working Out
I've been actively exercising for about four years now. It's been a long–and sometimes difficult–journey, full of rough periods of plateau, injury, and frustration. But I've made it through, and come out at lot stronger on the other side (both figuratively and literally). Along the way I've picked up quite a few lessons that have … Continue reading 10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Working Out
Are Electric Skateboards Worth It? – Reflections From 1 Year In
If you're reading this post, you've probably been asking yourself questions like: Why are electric skateboards so expensive? Is it really worth it? What's the best electric skateboard if I'm not looking to break the bank? I went through the same thing a year ago and wanted to share my reflections on the journey since, … Continue reading Are Electric Skateboards Worth It? – Reflections From 1 Year In
How Do I Start Eating Healthy? Prioritize Balance, Not Extremes
One of the things I find so frustrating about a lot of lifestyle and health influencers–and health culture in general–is the focus on extreme diets or non-science-backed cleanses. Consider the Keto diet–a high fat, low carb diet plan that attempts to put the body into a fat-burning state. It's everywhere. The ice cream section at … Continue reading How Do I Start Eating Healthy? Prioritize Balance, Not Extremes