Sweat Once a Day

I am many things.

Among these things, I am a RUNNER

Marathon Runner, who is obsessed with perfecting Bikram yoga.

In the past, I would have never called myself, “a runner.” However, it is funny how people grow and change.  Now after running for six years, completing two full marathons, I have found a true love for the sport. 

And because I get bored easily, my search for something unique is epic. This led me to a running shoe with a low heel to toe drop, that mimics my natural barefoot stride. So I am now running in a minimalist shoe…Who would have thought.

With a focus on proper running form, running is by far one of my greatest passions, and yoga helps compliment all the running I do.  It surprised me at first, but just like yoga, running relieves my stress and brings me peace.

So the reason I started this blog…

There are so many things that inspire me.

I believe beauty is everywhere.

Most times I find inspiration and beauty in the least expected places.

Sometimes, I become so consumed with it, I feel overwhelmed.

This overwhelming feeling, is the exact reason why I created, Sweat Once a Day.

It all happened, one ordinary spring day, while feeling totally overwhelmed by all of the inspiration, I came across. It was then, that something extraordinary happened.

I made a decision…

I  want to inspire others.

I want to share my story.

I want a place to organize my thoughts, to pass along the things I learn, the knowledge I have.

I want a place to record my progress as an athlete, my daily sweat sessions.

I want to set goals, and reach them.

It takes goals to accomplish the unthinkable, and as an athlete I always try to push myself to my ultimate limit, mentally and physically. Most people don’t realize how much control they have over their physical capabilities. Trust me, you would be surprised what your body can do.

So lets put our bodies to the test and sweat.

I love to SWEAT.

I sweat once a day, and you should too…

Undulating … let’s just call it hilly shall we

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Introducing DirtyOldSneakers

I never thought I would be the kind of person who would enjoy pushing my heart rate so high that it would make me sick. Who does that? I was the guy who would look at weekend runners in the park and think, “I sorta get it, but who wants be out of … [Continue reading]

Stumbling Backward

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I talk a lot about the "fitness journey" on my blog and how this journey will last your whole life.  You can't just take care of your body 'sometimes' and expect it to lead to good health and fitness.  Even if you reach a goal, you won't stay there … [Continue reading]

Emily Runs

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I live a busy life. I work full time, go to graduate school full time, was in the midst of planning a wedding (we were married on May 4!), oh and I'm always training for another race. Finding time to get those workouts in is tough, and it's even … [Continue reading]

Dani’s Dish

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“How did you do it?” I hear this question all the time. How did I go from this to this? I tell people that it’s really quite simple: CLEAN EATING and exercise. I put extra emphasis on clean eating because I truly believe that weight management … [Continue reading]

Bigger than Smaller

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Hi! My name is Michelle and thanks for taking the time to read. I am a software engineer by trade, but fitness and writing are two of my passions. I have stayed consistently active for over 20 years. I have toed well over a hundred starting lines, … [Continue reading]

Half Ass Bad Ass

It’s a story that many of us are unfortunately all too familiar with. I used to be overweight. Actually, if you want to be politically correct, I was obese. I felt miserable within my own skin. I had a love/hate relationship with food. I got winded … [Continue reading]

Keep it SimpELLE

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I've heard it so many times before; Knowledge is Power. It's applicable in all areas of life including when it comes to your health, fitness, nutrition and well being. If you went to the doctor and (s)he medication to take each day (I hope) you … [Continue reading]