KovasP Blog Posts
- Blackhawks Win Twice, Running and ForagingWe stayed up late (for us) last night to watch an amazing playoff game between the Blackhawks and Red Wings. Stakes do not get much higher than this for them, a Game 7 elimination, tied with minimal time left. The Hawks scored, leading to a celebrati...
- Midweek Motivation: Outdoor O'ClockThe clouds have lifted, the sun is shining, summer temps are on their way. It's a great time to get outside. (Please use the handy social media buttons to share this post.) Like Midwest Multisport Life on Facebook...
- On the Road and UnpluggedThis is maybe the best holiday weekend I can remember in a long time. Laima and I decided to unplug ourselves to the full extent possible, bringing only phones, no computers. The kids were bummed there was no iPad for the car, but they got over it. E...
- The Vast Unknownon May 23, 2013 in Cold War ad first ascent Mount Everest CIA book review mountaineering The Vast UnknownYesterday was the 50th anniversary of Tom Hornbein and Willi Unsoeld’s legendary first ascent of Mount Everest's West Ridge. Not just climbing a mountain, the 1963 expedition was a rebuilding of American confidence in the midst of the Cold War. Jim...
- Midweek Motivation: Thomas Jeffersonon May 22, 2013 in Quote Midweek Motivation: Thomas JeffersonMotivational words of wisdom from one of the founders of our country. (Please use the handy social media buttons to share this post.) Like Midwest Multisport Life on Facebook...
- Toys in the Attic (Well...)Well...more like squirrels in the gutter. Even though we have leaf covers on our gutters, it's not enough to deter the incredibly aggressive squirrels we have around our home. One has actually chewed through the plastic cover at one end of the gutter...
- The Mañana Kid (Training Will Commence Tomorrow)When I was younger, one of the few nicknames I ever had was The Mañana Kid, bestowed to me by a teacher who always laughed at my procrastination. (Why do something today that you can put off until tomorrow?) I feel that way these days in regard...
- Choices, Choices, ChoicesSome might say we're overscheduled, but it's just a function of being an active, large family. June 15th has lined up as a day when choices need to be made and family obligations need to be met pretty much from the get-go all the way through the re...
- StrongerRX: Power, Intensity, Strengthon May 16, 2013 in crossfit CrossFit Shorts cross training Wod Shorts StrongerRX product review CrossFit Gloves RTG GlovesI was lucky enough to hook up with StrongerRX recently and get some of their gear for a review. With CrossFit becoming more popular, apparel companies are recognizing the need for clothing that can support the dynamic movements, as well as the strain...
- Crosstraining - Garage Gymon May 15, 2013 in crosstraining garage gymLaima recently started working again, mostly in the mornings, which was my preferred time to go to CrossFit - it's possible for me to exercise in the afternoons, but it rarely happens. I'm a morning person all the way. I've also had some aches and pa...
- Becoming a Supple Leopard"Our bodies will put up with our silly movement and lifestyle choices because they have a freakish amount of functional tolerance built in." -- Dr. Kelly Starrett A leopard doesn't stretch before starting to chase its prey and new studies ha...
- The Long WalkWhen I think of exercise, it usually is running, cycling, or maybe CrossFit, but it wasn't always so. When I was younger, I was an avid walker, and thought nothing of wandering for a few hours. Saturday morning, I woke up stiff, creaky, and not wanti...
- Everybody's Working For The WeekndWe had a great week, eating a fabulous dinner on the rooftop at III Forks Chicago (go if you can, beautiful location and a great atmosphere). Laima went up to Milwaukee and got to meet Olympian Dara Torres! Saturday the kids are headed over to an Aun...
- The Gift Guide for Active Motherson May 9, 2013 in Rakuda organic tea sport visor The Gift Guide for Active Mothers madcapz backpack AirBacMother's Day is upon us, but don't rely on the typical flowers and candy to celebrate; instead, take Mom out for a walk in the woods or a day at the shore. Be active. Of course this is after the flowers and chocolate. :) Beyond the typical selectio...
- The Joy of Run-Walk-RunImage from JeffGalloway.com As I mentioned before, Tazer and Gaigai are training for a June 5K with the help of a YMCA Running Club after school. Part of their "homework" is to run several times a week, always a variation of the Run-Walk-Run method...
- What's Beautiful? (Laima is.)I am so proud that Laima was chosen to be part of Under Armour's "What's Beautiful" campaign (through Fitfluential LLC). As part of "What's Beautiful," they were asked to define an epic goal, no matter what that goal may be, to push past where...
- How Do You Choose Races?Saturday afternoon, they start trickling in; on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, blog posts...race reports. Though I'm excited for all the finishers, and sometimes excited to get out there myself, I'm sometimes perplexed at how many races some people pa...
- Bestowed Giveaway, Happy National Bike MonthBestowed is a box club -- join and get 5+ amazing nutrition and lifestyle products delivered to your door every month - each one hand picked by celebrity nutritionist and author Heather Bauer. Laima is hosting a giveaway over at Women's Endurance Gea...
- #BostonStrong Lace Medallion, All Damn DayAs a fundraiser for The One Fund Boston, Saucony created this #BostonStrong Lace Medallion. For every $5 pair of medallions purchased, Saucony will donate 100% of sales to help those most affected by the tragedy in Boston. Now available for pre-order...
- Chicago ArchitectureSince I work at home almost full time, it's pretty much a bother to take the train into the city for work. Occasionally it means a fun lunch out or going to a store that isn't out in the suburbs, but pretty much I'd rather just stay at home, sending...
