Running the Boston Marathon was an incredible experience. Being part of the 118-year tradition was both amazing and emotional. I qualified for the Boston Marathon in Paris last April, a week before the bombing happened in Boston. I was still determined to be a participant in 2014. I arrived on Saturday, April 19th in Boston and I…
DetailsAs a personal trainer I am frequently approached by clients wondering what type of things they can do at home to stay feeling tip top. This question can be difficult to answer in passing, primarily because there is no perfect answer. Just like how yoga is considered a ‘practice,’ training is also…
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With the help of Wright Training and my sister Brigid, I ran and completed the Paris Marathon last April. It was a wild and memorable experience to run through the streets of one of the most beautiful cities in the world as the people of France cheered you on, in French (no translation necessary). Starting…
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Jackson resident John Edwards is a full-time driver for BMW. He travels all over the country to drive the fastest, most high-tech cars in the world! On April 11th, 2014 John took second place in the Grand Prix at Long Beach! Congratulations, John! Physical and mental fitness is necessary for a competitive driver. John…
DetailsBy:Brian Mulvihill You made it thru the winter without any major mishaps skiing or snowboarding. Now you and your friends are psyched to start climbing again. You dug out your shoes and harness from the closet and your headed to the rock gym for a couple hours. After a quick couple laps on the bouldering…
DetailsGet ready to take your spring and summer sport to the next level! ~CLIMBING FITNESS~ April 7th through May 16th 12 Class Progressive Series Mondays and Wednesdays: 5:30-6:30pm and 6:45-7:45pm Cost is $192 for 12 classes (2 per Week) ~BIKING and RUNNING FITNESS~ April 8th through May 16th 12 Class Progressive Series…
DetailsA Natural Way to Decrease Inflammation This is information that drug manufacturers do NOT want you to know. Tart Cherries and berries produce the same anti-inflammatory benefits as Ibuprofen (Advil) or Naproxen (Aleve). ~But without the nasty side effects. Cherry growers were threatened by the FDA in 2005. They were to face penalties if…
DetailsI’ve always thought of Calcium as an important part of my diet. Growing up I was told of its importance. We all heard the slogan, ‘Milk, it does a body good.’ When my mom was diagnosed with osteoporosis I started taking inventory of my calcium intake. I wanted to make sure I’m getting enough to…
DetailsA friend dragged me out to one of Crystal Wright’s workouts over a year ago. I was a little intimidated because I didn’t know what to expect. I had very little weight lifting experience. The class consisted of a mixture of circuit training: weight lifting (bars/ dumbbells / kettle bells), self- weighted exercises and bust…
DetailsJanelle Smiley is probably one of the most fit women in America. She is always seeking out new, very physical challenges in the mountains. Mountaineering races are a test of an athlete’s endurance, strength, efficiency and skill. These strenuous races are a perfect place for Janelle showcase her talent. This past weekend Janelle was crowned…
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