The Training Journals

The Art of Cross Training

Even running junkies need a little change of pace.

According to my training schedule, it was my day “off” but I was itchin’ for some form of cardiovascular activity. As I said in my previous post, running can easily become addictive. The health benefits from a lifestyle of running are phenomenal, but overusing the same muscles and joints can lead to injury and derail your hard work. Enter the art of cross training. As I get closer and closer to the big day, the miles I put on my body and  time and energy I spend running and training increase, definitely causing some pain and discomfort at times. Pavement and concrete are very unforgiving surfaces. My muscles have been feeling extra tight after my long runs due to the decrease in temperatures and the recent runs in the “thundersnow.” I am …

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Free and Inexpensive Yoga Classes

Come back to center with a variety of indoor and outdoor yoga classes.

September marks National Yoga Month, and if you have been dying to get into downward dog but haven't had the time to search for studios, or are strapped for cash, Georgetown has a variety of free and inexpensive yoga classes guaranteed to bring you back to center. Yoga in the Garden Sabina Grewal leads a small group of around five people to practice yoga on the spacious south lawn of the Tudor Place Historic House and Garden. The lawn has a picturesque view of the house and is a tranquil reprieve from busy P Street. Following the class, visitors are welcome to explore the 5 ½ -acre garden north of the house. The class is offered each Friday at 10:00 a.m. and will continue through the beginning of October, weather permitting. Please bring a…

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