Fun Fitness After 50

Old enough to know how to have fun!

  • Running
    • barefoot
    • minimalist
  • Swimming
    • my Endless Pool
    • open water
  • Cycling
    • spin bike
    • mountain bike
    • road bike
  • Dancing
    • backyard
    • clubs and pubs
  • Strength Training
    • TRX
    • yoga
  • Hiking
  • Health Basics
    • nutrition
    • aging
    • weight and body image

The Flu versus The Half Marathon

October 5, 2016 by Laura Blodgett 1 Comment

I was SO ready for this half marathon. I had built up my mileage base for months, to make sure the distance was comfortable. I had done speed work and hill repeats. I had trained my bare feet for Continue Reading

Answers for the Curious and the Critics in My Barefoot Great Potato Half Marathon 2015

June 2, 2015 by Laura Blodgett Leave a Comment

I searched the mass of 1600 runners behind the start line for any other barefoot or minimalist runners. I was disappointed not to see any, as I usually at least spot someone in sandals or Vibrams. Continue Reading

The 90% Barefoot City of Trees Marathon 2014

October 14, 2014 by Laura Blodgett 6 Comments

Here are two important lists related to this first ever marathon that I ran, and ran 90% barefoot, on Sunday, October 12, 2014. These lists are a summary of the challenges and advantages I had going Continue Reading

Dealing with Cramps While Running My First Barefoot Half Marathon

May 20, 2014 by Laura Blodgett Leave a Comment

[box]Warning: This post contains descriptions of uniquely female phenomena. How I dealt with it may be applicable to cramps in other parts of the body, but this discussion is particularly pertinent to Continue Reading

5 Lessons from My First Maximum Aerobic Function Barefoot Race on Sharp Gravel with Hills

March 18, 2014 by Laura Blodgett 3 Comments

Last Saturday, I ran my first running race at maximum aerobic function pace AND my first race barefoot on a significant amount of of sharp asphalt. Here is a summary of lessons I learned from the Continue Reading

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