May 18

Rest Here, Not Here

By Tara M Martin

The Power of Planned Rest in Fitness In the realm of fitness, rest is often perceived as the enemy of progress. The common mantra is to push harder, lift heavier, and run faster. However, there’s a growing recognition that strategic rest is not just beneficial but crucial. I’m learning that when I plan my rest between sets or during a run, I can […]

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Jan 29

Longly

By Tara M Martin

In the realm of profound insights and unexpected wisdom, the musings of a four-year-old can be surprisingly enlightening. Picture this: a simple yet profound quote on loneliness spoken by a young child, Denea, at four years old, “Lonely… it’s when one person is all alone doing the best they can.” In these innocent words lies […]

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Dec 05

“Where the Head Goes, the Body Follows.”

By Tara M Martin

A Lesson in Mental Resilience In the world of kickboxing, there’s a fundamental principle that holds true: “Where your head goes, your body follows.” These words, spoken by my former kickboxing coach, Mr. Manuel (during a crucial fight–one I really needed to win), carry a profound meaning not only in the physical realm of kickboxing […]

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