Pittman Fit

07/30/2024

First solo race trip without the kids? Check. First time tackling altitude? Done. First women-only race with over 600 BA ladies? Heck yeah!

Watching these women crush those climbs was everything.

Had a little detour off course — whoops! 🙈 Still nailed my goal of under 3 hours, snagged a spot in my AG, and finished 9th overall. With my limited trail time this year, I am happy with it all.

So grateful for a quick weekend trip doing what I love. Ready for the next adventure!

03/11/2024

❤️ What’s the difference between affirmations and intentions? And does it even matter?

▶️ Both are powerful mindset tools backed by science. So, yes, it matters!

Especially when they work together.

Here’s one way to think of them:

☔ Affirmations are like an umbrella, protecting you from negativity and distractions by shielding you with positive thoughts.

🏃‍♀️ Intentions are all about the things you intend to do UNDER the umbrella to make your goals a reality!

EXAMPLE:
Affirmation: My body is resilient, capable, and strong.
Intention: My food choices today will support my health and fitness goals.

Today think up a couple of affirmation and intention combos that are aligned with your goals — and then put them to work for you!

12/13/2023

Need some holiday gift ideas? - plus a surprisingly low sugar, delicious dessert https://mailchi.mp/f2ecoaching/need-some-holiday-gift-ideas

12/03/2023

My sneaky brownie recipe...

Plus, 10 minutes can change your whole month - https://mailchi.mp/f2ecoaching/10-minutes-can-change-your-whole-month-6153709

11/14/2023

Sharing the joy of movement with my kids is one of my favorite things to do as a parent. I love seeing their faces light up with happiness as we run, hike, or bike together. 🥹 It’s not always ideal for my training and performance when I’m carrying, pushing, or pulling kids. I know that… But the reward is far greater!

Don’t be afraid to bring your kids into your world and share your adventures. Chances are if you love training and racing - they will love it too!

10/29/2023

🚴‍♂️ Here’s something to keep in mind when the going gets tough…

The journey to becoming healthier is NOT like riding a stationary bike — where you're pedaling but not actually getting anywhere.

It’s more like you’re riding out in the world, and every time you push the pedal down you’re making progress.

And if you’re going to reach your destination, there are two things you need to do:

Keep moving forward… and keep your balance! 💪

And when you hit a steep incline or a bumpy road, something to remember is your WHY…

Why you started
Why it matters to you

Because that’s the only thing that’ll keep you going when it gets tough.

Right now, my “whys” are wanting to help as many people as possible in my business and being a great role model for my kids.

What about you? What are your WHYs?

✅Share it below and let's inspire each other to keep pedaling! 🙌👇

10/28/2023

Don't skip this with your training! - https://mailchi.mp/f2ecoaching/dont-skip-this Plus, my relaxing honey-chamomile tea recipe. Ahhhhh.

10/27/2023

‼️ Successful people all have this in common.

Can you guess what it is? It’s the one surprising factor that separates West Point cadets who finish the grueling “Beast Barracks” initiation from those who don’t?🤔

It’s NOT strength… speed… or smarts.

It’s GRIT — aka the passion and perseverance to reach your long-term goals — and it’s a huge component of mental toughness and taking personal responsibility for your outcomes.

And it can play a big role in helping YOU to reach your goals too! 🙌🏼

Psychologists were interested in what led cadets to drop out during their West Point initiation, so they ran a study that spanned 9 different classes (now to even get into West Point, you have to go through a long and demanding approval process that can take over a year).

Before classes start, the new cadets are put through “Beast Barracks” initiation. It’s tough — and it’s designed to push them to their limit, physically, emotionally, and mentally. And even though they’d already been through an intense process that tested their commitment to getting in…

… about 3% of cadets usually end up QUITTING during Beast Barracks.

Scientists developed a “grit scale” that measured this trait in the cadets. (The psychologist who came up with the scale has an online “grit” quiz - I'll link it in my stories for you).

They found that those who were just one standard deviation higher on the grit scale were 60% more likely to finish the Beast Barracks than their peers. Crazy!

But it turns out, “grit” isn’t only important for cadets: Grit (not IQ) plays a big role in both National Spelling Bee competitors and Ivy League students with high GPAs.

⭐️They put in the work to make their goals come to life.⭐️

“Great works are performed not by strength, but by perseverance.” – Samuel Johnson

The best part?

YOU have control over your perseverance. Amazing, right?!

Let’s get after it!!! 🔥🔥

10/25/2023

🚨PILATES INSPIRED CORE WORKOUT!

Here’s a fun one for you! Add to your strength days (during or after). You can also do this one during a recovery week just like I did today. It’s a fun change of pace!

🔺Remember that nearly every move you make engages your core muscles! When the core muscles get weak, everyday tasks get harder and more painful. 😬

🔸Your low back may hurt: 4 out of 5 adults experience back pain!
🔸It can throw off your balance & stability
🔸Your performance takes a hit: your workouts, hobbies, and s*x life
🔸You can start to slouch — which has a domino effect on your breathing, appearance, and even your confidence

🔺It’s time to change all that. Here is the workout!

Perform as a circuit 3x through, resting 1 min between sets.
🔹Supine Toe Taps: 10 reps each side, alternating
🔹Ab Pendulum: 10 reps each side, alternating
🔹Rolling Like A Ball: 10 reps
🔹Side Plank Hip Lifts: 10 reps each side
🔹Single Leg Glute Bridge Pulses: 10 reps each side
🔹Rocking Plank: 30-60 seconds

I hope you try this one out. It’s one of my favorite ways to change up core work!

How often do you train core?

10/24/2023

Build a perfect meal + examples! This simple formula works for everyday meals AND gourmet dishes!

I've got a “hack” to share with you today that could be a game changer in your journey to healthier eating.

07/28/2023

How to reset your metabolism... and bonus HIIT workout -

Eating a balanced, low-sugar, whole-foods-based diet that includes protein at every meal — and eating at regular times throughout the day

07/19/2023

🥚🥜Even if you already know protein is a big player in a balanced meal, it’s worth a reminder.

👊 In fact, eating 20-30g of protein at every meal is like having a cheat code for reaching your goals even faster.

Here’s why:

😌It can help you feel full and satisfied longer after eating
🔥Eating protein requires your body to burn more calories during digestion than eating fats or carbs
💪It helps you keep muscle if you’re losing weight
🩸It can help your body manage blood sugar & insulin levels

BONUS TIP: Current recommendations call for getting 10% to 35% of your daily calories from protein.