Mimi's Fitness and Things!

I wanted to start posting more on my blog but couldn't figure out what more to talk about other than my workouts. I mean there's only so many ways you can say "I worked out today." Then I thought about it and it came to me while scrolling through the 600 pictures on my phone. I take a lot of pictures of my food.  I don't know why , maybe it's because I was never a cook. I was never that creative in the kitchen.  I don't like to experiment at all.  Unlike my husband who will throw anything within arm's reach into the pot to cook. I have to follow directions down the very teaspoon.  That's why I love recipes that are clear and concise!  Otherwise my meals would be complete disasters. Just ask my husband. LOL Anyway, like I was saying I like taking pictures of my creations.  Feel a sense of pride when it comes out good and my family eats it up!  The fact that it's healthy is an added bonus! So I will start featuring some healthy recipes that I&#

It's been a while since I've added to my series of "Exercises I do so you don't have too....." I didn't think I tried anything that I haven't mentioned already until I started thinking about running. That's when it dawned on my that I haven't shared my new love! Running, what a great sport.  You don't need any expensive equipment. It can be done anywhere, at anytime with anyone or alone.   But let me tell you running with someone really pushes you to go faster and longer.  I run with a group of ladies from my running group Black Girls Run .  This is a phenomenal group. Met some wonderful ladies who want to stay active and fit. We meet up once or twice a week depending on our schedules. We support each other and push each other to run faster and longer than we probably would on our own.  I've really taken to running.  I never thought that I could more more than a mile. Now I'm up to 6 miles.  So if you've been thinking about go