FitLife

02/22/2026

We are so pleased to announce that Riverside Elementary School - Evans, GA will be joining the Run Hard family this season! Registration is open! Space is limited. Get your spot before it’s gone!

02/04/2026

Does it sound scary to think of being a RUN HARD Coach? We promise, it's NOT!

Reach out to kelly@runhard.org for more info on how just about anyone can be a coach!

01/18/2026

This is a great message from a colleague in PT.
Much of an American medicine is based on ' what the tests say' and developing the prognosis (the Dr's stated outcomes ) based on those tests.
> because this generates more office visits (revenue increase)
> and requires more prescriptions for more medications (revenue increase)
> and the person gets stuck in this cycle like it's a Medical Whirlpool!
*** There's always more that can be done from a holistic approach for a more fulfilling life. Like finding a PT that thinks outside-the-box, like Katie, at Beyond Recovery

12/11/2025

This reel is useful as he talks about his mental approach after the 500 kg lift. Great stuff.

12/10/2025

Our physical health has MANY components. Pour good into you,
And have & keep fitness for decades to come!

Your voice holds power far beyond words.

According to a fascinating study, singing for just one hour can increase your body’s production of secretory immunoglobulin A, or SIgA, by up to 240 percent. SIgA is your immune system’s first line of defense. It coats the lining of your mouth, throat, lungs, and digestive system, blocking viruses and bacteria before they invade deeper.

Researchers compared people who sang to those who simply listened to music or sat quietly. The difference was clear. Singing led to a massive spike in immunity, while the other activities offered only minor changes.

The act of singing is not just emotional. It is physical medicine. Breath control strengthens the lungs. Muscle engagement improves circulation. Vocal vibration stimulates healing in the chest, face, and brain.

Even more impressive? Singing activates the vagus nerve. This nerve calms the body, regulates stress, lowers cortisol, and balances your immune system. It is the body’s natural switch between fight mode and healing mode.

This is not about singing well. It is about singing fully. Whether it is gospel in a choir, humming in the kitchen, or belting a pop song in the car, your immune system listens and responds.

Singing also boosts endorphins, creating a natural high that relaxes the mind and energizes the body. In a world overwhelmed by stress, that shift can be the medicine many people never realized they needed.

So sing like your health depends on it. Because science says it just might.

Your voice is more than expression. It is immunity in motion.

11/29/2025

100!
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A study of 128,000 people revealed that exercise is 1.5 times more effective than medication or therapy for reducing depression and anxiety—especially in older adults. Fitness isn’t just about building muscle; it’s about building mental strength too. The physical benefits of working out are widely known, but the mental clarity, focus, and happiness you gain are just as important.

When you train your body, you’re also training your mind. Regular exercise releases endorphins, reduces stress, and provides a sense of accomplishment. The gym isn’t just a place for physical transformation; it’s where you go to clear your mind, boost your mood, and strengthen your resilience.

Take care of your body and mind simultaneously. The gym is therapy in its truest form. 🏋️‍♀️🧠

11/28/2025

Early in the video, the one man talks about the value of isometrics.
And he's right
And for more reasons than he even stated:
Isometrics , when performed correctly, help strengthen your stabilizer muscles (in your core and along your spine),
**So they are very useful for rehabilitating after an injury or a surgery .
Because, you control the load, and are activating the nerve-muscle link (better better firing, better action, better function)
/but these kinds of exercises are not promoted on the Internet nor seeing as being a value because no movement is occurring during the exercise...
But that's why they are so valuable and value-giving in spine rehab!!
Try it (though not the iron cross that is demonstrated in this video... btw - Brian Shaw weighs over 400 pounds.)
> type 'static strength' in the text box if you want some videos of isometric spinal stabilization exercises.

10/15/2025

I remember watching her husband, Jack LaLanne exercising in tv.
> your spouse can benefit from your exercising consistency & commitment to

10/15/2025

She’s right on on this one.
The common thought in the medical profession is the tightness needs to be stretched.
WHEN muscles around that joint are tested an examination, we can often find weaknesses in key joint stabilizers or comp compensation patterns that a person (their body) has developed.
These can be unraveled and a normal and healthy balance reestablished through a
Prescribed Recovery Plan (yes, grounded Physical Therapists prescribe targeted exercises just as a general physician or specialist, prescribes targeted medications)
Reach out & let’s see if we can get you moving better, feeling better and having more vitality! Text ‘I’m ready’ in the box below, and I’ll reach back out to you.

10/06/2025

That’s fast!
> The Run Hard Running Team Augusta season is starting on October 13th. <
Can your child achieve thru running? Yes!
And the disciplines, character building, positive atmosphere, teamwork, and perseverance & commitment
can influence All other areas of their lives too! 🙂

Liliana Beemer broke the EHS 5k record with a 17:30 this morning! Congratulations, Liliana!

09/30/2025

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Born on July 4, 1887, at the Six Nations Reserve in Ontario, Tom Longboat (Cogwagee) grew up running the forest trails of his people. Inspired by Mohawk marathoner Bill Davis, he entered his first race in 1905.
Two years later, at just 19 years old, Longboat lined up for the 1907 Boston Marathon. Against seasoned competitors and harsh conditions, he crossed the finish in 2:24:24, smashing the record by nearly five minutes and becoming the first Indigenous champion of the prestigious race.
But medals were never the whole story.
Reporters ridiculed him for taking days of rest between grueling workouts, calling him lazy. Yet Longboat was simply following Haudenosaunee traditions of balance — what modern athletes now praise as interval training.
He represented Canada at the 1908 London Olympics, turned professional, and captured the 1909 World Marathon Championship in New York. During World War I, he carried urgent messages across dangerous front lines as a dispatch runner, relying on the same endurance that made him a champion.
From the trails of Six Nations to the battlefields of Europe, Tom Longboat proved that innovation, endurance, and cultural wisdom run deeper than prejudice.

~Weird Wonders and Facts

09/26/2025

Everything written in this article is true
I just went for a 3+ mile run this morning and it’s not because I don’t have arthritis!
* I have it in my knees and my back , and probably in my ankles.
> Running is a skill . <
But in our culture, we don’t see it that way in the general population.
** running in the technique the author describes above decreases braking, AND reduces joint forces SIGNIFICANTLY from the ground.
>> do you want to run better and more efficiently?

Running technique is more important than many runners realize. The way your foot lands can make a huge difference in how efficiently you run and how likely you are to get injured.

Trying to land your foot under your body instead of out in front helps reduce braking forces and keeps you moving smoothly forward.

Another key is your step rate. Taking quicker, shorter steps around 170 to 180 per minute improves your rhythm and reduces strain on your legs. Slower, longer strides often lead to overstriding, which wastes energy and can cause injuries.

Posture matters too. Keeping your body upright with a slight forward lean from the ankles not the waist helps maintain momentum.

Relax your shoulders and let your arms swing naturally to help drive your movement forward without tension.

Making these simple changes might feel strange at first, but small improvements over time can make running easier, faster, and more enjoyable.

Focusing on your form means you can run longer distances with less fatigue and fewer aches. So, pay attention to how you move, and watch your running take off!

Photo: Marta García Alonso