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  • Ten Ways to Increase Your Daily Step Count

    Since the Chicago marathon in October, my running miles have decreased, and so have my daily steps. It hasn’t helped that winter is also upon us, and I have early… Read more

  • The 2024 Chicago Marathon Lottery

    I was nervous this week as I was awaiting lottery results for both the Berlin and Chicago marathons. On Wednesday I found out that I didn’t have a place in… Read more

  • The Power of a Running Group

    Yesterday, I joined a running group for the first time in about 8 years. I’m generally a solo runner, as I enjoy the time alone to think, reflect, listen to… Read more

  • Goal Setting for 2024

    Since completing the Chicago Marathon in October, I’ve been contemplating my next set of goals. While my immediate instinct is always to sign up for the next race, past experiences… Read more

  • What’s a SMART goal?

    I love goal setting, especially when there’s something I’m passionate about achieving. One of my most recent longer term goals was to complete my @nasm_fitness CPT certification, which I really… Read more

  • I don’t want to work out today. I hear you. Me neither. What should I do?

    Even the most motivated among us have days where we just don’t feel like working out. It’s totally okay to feel that way occasionally. Sometimes there’s a good reason, such… Read more

  • Completing the NASM CPT Course!

    I recently completed the NASM Certified Personal Trainer course, and it was quite an educational journey. I had been thinking about taking the course for a while as I already… Read more

  • How will I know when to replace my running shoes?

    If you’re a new runner (or even if you’re not) it can be hard to know when to replace your running shoes. You can’t judge a shoe by its outward… Read more

  • Hiking in the Fall

    I only really knew about the tourist attractions when we first moved to DC. I’d seen some of the monuments before and been to the White House, and I thought… Read more

  • What should I do with my race medals?

    I’ve never really known what to do with my race medals. At one point, I hung them in my kitchen, but then I decided it felt weird and a bit… Read more

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I’m Amy, a minimalist and simple living enthusiast who has dedicated her life to living with less and finding joy in the simple things. Through this blog, I aim to share my expertise, insights, and experiences. Join me on this journey as we explore the world of slow, purposeful living together!

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