Since my transformation, during which I lost 135 pounds, fitness has become an important part of my life. So, as often as I can, I want to bring to you a bit of the motivation that … [Read more...] about Valley Sweat Life presents First Take: Run Club with Sierra Challenge Express
Fresno Fitness: Hensley Off Road Races
I AM SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO BUMMED! After my awesome experience in January, I was reeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaallllyy looking forward to participating in the next event organized by San Joaquin Running. This just … [Read more...] about Fresno Fitness: Hensley Off Road Races
Fresno Fitness: Winchell Cove 10k/10mile Trail Run
We are so incredibly lucky! Not only we live in a place surrounded by mountains, lakes and stunning outdoors, but we also have a local race company that puts together beautiful runs along the … [Read more...] about Fresno Fitness: Winchell Cove 10k/10mile Trail Run
Fresno Fitness: Central Valley Spartan Athletes
My first Spartan Race was back in 2011, in Temecula. The racing series was fairly new back then and my friend and I signed up without knowing what we were getting ourselves into. On paper, it looked … [Read more...] about Fresno Fitness: Central Valley Spartan Athletes
Fresno Fitness: Sole 2 Soul – Yoga for Runners
There are a few things in life that feel as good as a good Yoga class at the end of a day! That is exactly what Sole 2 Soul Sports in River Park is offering every Sunday night at 6:30PM! As I have … [Read more...] about Fresno Fitness: Sole 2 Soul – Yoga for Runners
Jingle Bell Run & Monster Mash Dash: Two fun family 5k’s for the holidays!
Get your costumes ready and dust off those running shoes because we have two holiday fun runs for the whole family to enjoy! The Monster Mash Dash is October 31st and features chip timing for both … [Read more...] about Jingle Bell Run & Monster Mash Dash: Two fun family 5k’s for the holidays!
Gazelle Gear – Your Next Essential Athletic Accessory
For such a low-tech activity compared to sports that require expensive gear, we runners sure can find ways to part with our cash if it makes our daily run a little easier. Functionality is key. Many … [Read more...] about Gazelle Gear – Your Next Essential Athletic Accessory
Top 3 reasons to volunteer at an event in 2015
Recently during an article I was writing I decided to mention the need for volunteers at the event I was covering. This created a unique question in my mind and one that was not so easy to … [Read more...] about Top 3 reasons to volunteer at an event in 2015
JUSTicia Run 2015, JUST in time for Valentines Day
Two weeks ago I wrote a pre-valentines guide for an outdoors fun day/date which I hope many of you used to plan out this upcoming Saturday with your significant others. But what about those … [Read more...] about JUSTicia Run 2015, JUST in time for Valentines Day
FresYes People – Catch Him if You Can: Fernando Cabada
"I like running. It's like brushing your teeth. It's just something I've gotta do. I need it." - Fernando Cabada Fernando Cabada is hard to keep up with. Literally. Born and raised in Fresno, … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Catch Him if You Can: Fernando Cabada
Soul Runners: Sole 2 Soul
Walk, Run, Live. That's the motto of Sole 2 Soul owners Jill and Scott Newton who have created more than just a shoe store but a lifestyle location. What started out as a hobby for the couple to … [Read more...] about Soul Runners: Sole 2 Soul
FresYes Families: Want to have a healthy holiday? Enter the Turkey Trot!
Since purchasing my FitBit Flex activity tracker, I've been very motivated to get and keep moving as much as possible. I love competing with friends for the most steps during a work week and watching … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: Want to have a healthy holiday? Enter the Turkey Trot!
2 Cities Marathon and then some
The weather has changed as did the time and yesterday morning thousands headed out to kick off November with the valley's best running event, the 2 Cities Marathon. In reality is should be named the 2 … [Read more...] about 2 Cities Marathon and then some
A FresYes! Special: #11 (5-0) Memorial Panthers @ #1 (5-0) Edison Tigers (week 6)
Central Section Top 25 (before the start of week 6) 1. Edison Tigers (5-0) 2. Bakersfield Drillers (4-1) 3. Ridgeview Wolf Pack (4-1) 4. Liberty Patriots (3-2) 5. Clovis North Broncos (2-3) 6. … [Read more...] about A FresYes! Special: #11 (5-0) Memorial Panthers @ #1 (5-0) Edison Tigers (week 6)