That is how winning is done: finishing what it is you’ve chosen for yourself to do. – Jason Jaksetic, Ultra Distance Athlete Training has reached a new level of intensity! I train all year long so I’m always at a relatively strong level of fitness and cardio but in 88 days the Lincoln half and…
Author: Carrie Nielsen
As a wife, mother, business owner, coach, retired professor, and Marketing Executive, I wear many hats, but my true passion lies in leadership and empowering the next generation of leaders. 💪🌟 I believe in the power of inspiring and guiding others to reach their full potential. Join me on this journey of growth and empowerment!
Casey’s Journey
As I’ve mentioned, I want to include posts from friends, family, and blog readers who have had their own health and wellbeing experiences that are so amazing they have to be shared. Casey is one of my best friends. She is an amazing running partner, friend, and support system. I’m so lucky to have her…
2011 Groundhog Jog in Kansas City!
“Pain is temporary. It may last a minute, or an hour, or a day, or a year, but eventually it will subside and something else will take its place. If I quit, however, it lasts forever.” -Lance Armstrong When I thought about the first race of my season a few months ago, this race, I…
Quinoa Stir-Fry
I had to make a quick meal tonight and I have stopped buying brown rice until I get through my bad of Quinoa and to be honest, I’m not sure I am even going to buy the brown rice anymore given all the benefits of quinoa. I made a simple and delicious stir fry tonight…
The Jump
“Do one thing everyday that scares you.” –Eleanor Roosevelt Well, Eleanor, today I did a pretty big thing! The good news: I love the water. I got scuba diving certified when I was 14 because I HAD to know what was under the surface and in high school I worked as a junior aquarist at…
The Truth about Quality Carbohydrates and The Glycemic Index
Whew! What the heck does that title mean? Admittedly, that blog title is a mouthful but an important one and can help you choose what kinds of carbohydrates are the most effective and most nutritious for your system. This post is going to put your brain to the test, there may be a little math…
Chasing the Dream…
Recently, I spoke with a friend of mine who was nearing her weight loss goals. These goals were of significance as she has been battling excess weight most of her life. Losing 40 plus pounds by walking and eating clean, she was a testament to adopting meaningful changes and making them work for yourself. Becoming…
Others Eating Clean…
While I enjoy a clean lifestyle, I know that many voices and experiences will enrich that message for those of you who read these posts on a regular basis. I wanted my aunt Jana to talk about her journey and she sent me a beautifully written post about her living clean experience that I had…
Eating Clean and Mud Mafia Updates Podcast
I was lucky enough to be a guest on the latest Fitness Tech Podcast again (this makes the THIRD appearance for me) with Jamie Eikmeier and Jim Collison as hosts. Great to listen to on a snowy day! I talk recipes, success stories, and the brand new runners on the Mud Mafia!!! Welcome Liz Davis,…
The Simple Power of a Clean Pizza
A few weeks back I introduced my friend and favorite running partner (we did ten miles today by the way) Casey to my amazingly simple and clean pizza recipe! Since that introduction, she has taken it home, served them for friends, family, and for her kids. Recently, she sent me some pictures of her older…
Leaving a Path 