one tri: one well
But, if you know me, you know that one of my greatest obsessions in life is water.
Good, clean, h2izzo.
I recently went on a date and he asked me if I'm one of those people that carries a water bottle around everywhere they go. To which I said: No. I am not one of those people; I am that person.
To say it's an obsession would be an understatement I'm not comfortable making.
That being said, one of my favorite charities, which I discovered through the one and only Courtney, is charity: water. When she was on the Mercy Ship, Scott Harrison, the founder, was there as well. After leaving the ship, he started the charity, and the rest is history.
This year, in an effort to combine three of my favorite things (water + courtney + working out), I've decided to dedicate my triathlon to building a well.
The cost of one well is $5,000, and I hope to take a good chunk out of that through fundraising. Feel free to check out my campaign. I'd would love your support, if you feel compelled to do so.
If everyone that reads my blog on an average day gives $13, it'd be more than enough to cover the cost. However, I certainly realize that money is really tight right now, and $13 is a lot of money to a kid like me. So, if you want to provide support, I'd love for you to pass along the link to my well, so others who relate to my passion for the cause can share the love. The thought of giving clean water to kids who walk miles to find dirty water every day warms my heart, and I know it'll keep me going during the race.
Thank you in advance for your help! I truly, truly appreciate it.
PS: Looking to get inspired? Watch charity: water's fifth birthday video below. It'll make you want to tri, too!
images and video via charity: water
::flywheel::
That's the joke I want to make right now.
I don't like trying new workouts. I LOVE it. Borderline obsessed, makes my day, one of my favoritest things, type of love. (And the comparison to my mom continues, amiright?!).
FlyWheel recently opened in Atlanta I was fortunate enough to be able to try it last Thursday. I spent the entire day hyper, anticipating the workout ahead - and let me tell you, it did not disappoint.
I hesitate to call it a spinning class, because it's more of an experience. From the online login, where you can track your position in the class, to the provided shoes, atmosphere, and still or ambient water (they fancy, huh?), I was loving life the whole time I was there.
But even without the fanfare, the workout was incredible. In just 45 minutes I burned more than 700 calories and walked out with shaking hands, arms and legs (I'm not even going to address how sweaty I was).
I hesitate to call it a spinning class, because it's more of an experience. From the online login, where you can track your position in the class, to the provided shoes, atmosphere, and still or ambient water (they fancy, huh?), I was loving life the whole time I was there.
But even without the fanfare, the workout was incredible. In just 45 minutes I burned more than 700 calories and walked out with shaking hands, arms and legs (I'm not even going to address how sweaty I was).
I can't wait to go back aaand try FlyBarre. Will it rival PureBarre? We'll soon find out. I can't wait!
PS: I clearly drank the juice. Or possibly, the ambient water.
lovey weekend
This weekend, Duke and I were joking that Sam ruined St. Patrick's Day for us, because nothing will ever compare to our night cruise of Sydney Harbour last spring.
However, while this year was missing a few key elements from last year, including two broskis, Aussies and a large ship, it was a pretty stellar weekend with my Indiana mates.
Jordan picked me up at the airport Friday night, and we bee-lined for Megan and Mandy downtown Indy. It was so fun seeing those peanuts.
Saturday my mom and I basked in the glory that was the sunny and 81-degree weather (in March!). We shopped, walked and pretty much laughed the whole time.
Saturday night, I went to my friend Taylor's wedding. We grew up together in Zionsville, and spent every Wednesday night from eighth grade through high school together at bible study. Our group was amazing for all those years - we laughed, we cried, we ate, and, most notably, we talked about boys. I am so happy that after all those stories, Taylor landed on David.
The wedding was beautiful, and I loved seeing people from home that I haven't see in years. There's something really wonderful about being with people who you've known intimately for years - a level of respect and compassion that comes from knowing someone's heart very deeply for a long time.
Finally, Sunday, I got breakfast at my fav AM spot, Patachou, with Meghan and Erin, and got to love on Pippa, Erin's sweet babe. Then my mom and I went over to Mit's where I got to see my cousins, and my uncle Marc. Overall, the weekend was marked by spending time with people I just really love, and I cannot believe I was lucky enough to pack so many of them into a quick 48 hours.
And, let's be honest, it was pretty amazing being in Indy when IU won Saturday night. Cha-ching! Now all you fools better get down to Atlanta for the game this weekend. Here waa gooo!
However, while this year was missing a few key elements from last year, including two broskis, Aussies and a large ship, it was a pretty stellar weekend with my Indiana mates.
Jordan picked me up at the airport Friday night, and we bee-lined for Megan and Mandy downtown Indy. It was so fun seeing those peanuts.
Saturday night, I went to my friend Taylor's wedding. We grew up together in Zionsville, and spent every Wednesday night from eighth grade through high school together at bible study. Our group was amazing for all those years - we laughed, we cried, we ate, and, most notably, we talked about boys. I am so happy that after all those stories, Taylor landed on David.
The wedding was beautiful, and I loved seeing people from home that I haven't see in years. There's something really wonderful about being with people who you've known intimately for years - a level of respect and compassion that comes from knowing someone's heart very deeply for a long time.
And, let's be honest, it was pretty amazing being in Indy when IU won Saturday night. Cha-ching! Now all you fools better get down to Atlanta for the game this weekend. Here waa gooo!