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Run. WOD. Asana. Eat. Repeat. Run Out of the Box is for runners, CrossFitters, fitness enthusiasts, and those interested in gluten-free and nightshade-free living.
2022-11-10 17:31
Buying running shoes is an intimidating proposition for the new runner. It’s tempting to go to a big box sporting goods store or a discount shoe retailer and pick out the prettiest pai… Read More
2022-11-02 19:19
Looking to switch up your strength training? These five best kettlebell exercises for runners will work multiple muscle groups, all with a single piece of equipment. Kettlebells are one of t… Read More
2022-02-14 21:03
Lining up in the A Corral for the Aramco Houston Half Marathon on January 16, 2022 felt like a victory over COVID-19, over trauma, and over every obstacle that conspired to keep me from cros… Read More
2022-02-02 20:27
It seems like a badge of honor to be so sore from a workout that you can’t walk in some circles. Some CrossFitters, marathoners, and hardcore fitness influencers will post about how th… Read More
2021-12-28 14:00
If you’re like a lot of people, you’re probably thinking about your New Year’s Resolutions for 2022. After nearly two years of being in a holding pattern, a lot of people a… Read More
2021-11-24 18:10
What are the best gifts for runners this year? Whether you’ve got a significant other, bestie, or work friend you need to buy for, you’ve come to the right place to find gift ide… Read More
2021-08-31 18:42
If you’re at all like me, you cringe when your favorite running shoe comes out in a new version. As someone who was badly burned by an “upgrade,” I definitely get nervous… Read More
2021-07-23 13:00
Summer running is hard enough, but in the Houston area? “Brutal” is an understatement some days. The heat and humidity slow your runs, sometimes to what feels like a crawl. It&rs&hell…Read More
2021-07-15 14:00
Whether it’s from injury, life getting in the way, or something else, taking a break from the gym can result in muscle loss and decreased motivation to go back. In fact, it can take as… Read More
2021-06-16 20:49
What do you associate with summer? I’m imagining lazy afternoons by the pool, hot and steamy workouts – and of course, all kinds of tasty food! The long days are perfect for gril… Read More
2020-11-16 13:30
There is no time like the present to start working out: start running, start CrossFit, start something else. But the hardest part, for many, is how to set aside self-doubt. If it’s bee… Read More
2020-09-28 20:59
It seems like forever since I last lined up at a start line, anxious and excited, joking with other runners. But that’s exactly what I found myself doing on Saturday morning in Texas C… Read More
2020-09-22 20:00
Getting out of bed is not my strong suit. It takes a lot for me to get that morning workout motivation, particularly on days when I’m supposed to work out by myself. Five more minutes… Read More
2020-07-27 06:30
How much does humidity slow a run? I can answer that question in two words: a lot. The anecdotal, unscientific response to how much humidity slows running paces is about 30 to 45 seconds per… Read More
2020-07-06 12:17
There’s a lot to be said for a medicine ball. Every time I see one, I think of wall balls, which are not one of the most fun medicine ball exercises you can do. Luckily, there are plen… Read More
2020-06-26 13:16
One of the things that kept me from losing my mind during lockdown were my subscription boxes. Seriously. When I saw that the April Barbella Box would have a pair of the Born Primitive Inspi… Read More
2020-06-19 12:46
This whole lockdown/stay-at-home/everyone’s wearing a mask has made me a lot less likely to venture to the grocery store. There’s basically a shortage of everything I want to eat… Read More
2020-06-08 15:31
This has been…quite the weekend for the CrossFit community. I’ve struggled with whether or not to post anything. But if there’s a chance that I can use my voice for good… Read More
2020-05-06 16:52
I’m pretty sure that I wasn’t the only Texan that gave a little squeal of delight after Governor Greg Abbott announced that gyms can reopen on May 18, albeit on a limited basis… Read More
2020-04-17 16:31
Weight training for runners can help you run faster and avoid injury, which is why, even during coronavirus shutdowns, I’m still picking up my admittedly limited set of weights. You do… Read More
2020-04-15 23:42
If you’re not a distance runner, or are looking to shake up your shorter runs, try a total body boot camp run workout! You’ll need absolutely no equipment to do this, and it&rsqu&hell…Read More
2020-03-31 12:00
Welcome to Week 3 of my “new normal.” I’ve been working from home since 2011, but adding my kids into the mix to “home school” them throws in a new layer of com… Read More
2020-03-20 09:05
Social distancing is real. Right now, we’re all staying at home as much as possible. But if you’re trying to keep up your fitness routine, you might not have much in the way of h… Read More
2020-03-18 12:00
According to a survey, 43% of Americans who make New Year’s resolutions resolve to eat more healthily. If you’re one of those Americans, you’ll probably be interested in wh… Read More
2020-03-16 12:00
The latest in a pretty big list of races to be cancelled is the Boston Marathon. Well, technically, it’s been postponed to September 14, 2020, but a lot of other races are off the tabl… Read More
2020-03-13 19:18
Important disclaimer: This blog post is no substitute for medical advice. It’s meant to help you stay healthy, physically and mentally, while we ride out coronavirus, or COVID-19. If y… Read More
2020-03-11 11:25
If you’ve been following me for any period of time, you know I’m all about the barbells. But I know that what’s comfortable for me may seem intimidating to someone else, so… Read More
2020-03-09 10:31
All the fitness motivation sayings tell you to push through the pain. “Pain is weakness leaving the body,” they say. “No, pain, no gain!” But they’re wron… Read More
2020-02-28 12:00
I’m sure I’ve mentioned this in the past… but I’m kind of a sucker for anything Brooke Ence. She’s a fierce athlete and badass entrepreneur, so when I heard th… Read More
2020-02-21 14:00
I’ll bet you thought I forgot all about December’s Fit Snack box, right? I didn’t, not at all. First, let me tell you a little bit about what my life has been like the past… Read More
2020-02-19 14:09
Welcome to yet another extremely delayed installment of the Drop-In Diaries! This one takes you back – way back, to May in St. Petersburg, Florida. I was speaking at the American Socie… Read More
2020-02-17 14:00
Please note that I received a complimentary entry into the AllState Hot Chocolate 15K/5K (the 5K distance), as well as a small stipend, for my Instagram posts about the race. However, this A… Read More
2020-01-27 11:59
The 2019 November Fit Snack Box featured a workout from a guest trainer, Lorri Ann Code. She’s the founder and owner of Mama Bootcamp, and the 30-minute routine targeted legs and core… Read More
2020-01-23 19:07
It’s no secret that I put a lot of pressure on myself. At one point, I had set a goal to run a sub-1:50 half marathon, but between training for my first marathon, and then a series of… Read More
2020-01-03 16:33
I don’t know about you, but I struggle with making time for mobility work. I have a subscription to Romwod, and I’ve tried adding it to my evening shutdown ritual, but something… Read More
2019-12-30 14:00
If you’re like a lot of people, you’re probably thinking about 2020 New Year’s Resolutions. This year, you’ll __________. No, you really mean it! But instead of looki… Read More
2019-12-29 23:05
Trick or treat, right? I got the October 2019 Fit Snack box right before Halloween, and of course that’s the beginning of busy season. Over the next week or so, to ring in 2020, I&rsqu&hell…Read More
2019-12-24 22:11
Last year, I ran the Bay Area Turkey Day 10K as a training run for the Chevron Houston Marathon. This year, I had planned to run it as a tempo run as part of my current half marathon trainin… Read More
2019-12-02 16:54
How many gift guides can I write for runners? A lot! Welcome to the best gifts for runners, 2019 edition! I’ve already covered all the stocking stuffers for runners, so be forewarned:… Read More
2019-12-02 00:52
There’s an old joke: How do you know someone does CrossFit? Don’t worry; they’ll tell you. So it’s likely that you already know who in your circle does CrossFit, and… Read More
2019-11-28 01:42
Where are you going to spend your holidays? We all know how busy we get during this time, but if you’re a regular reader of this blog, you’re probably like me: workouts are how I… Read More
2019-11-26 22:35
How do you not love a snack box that gives you a full size jar of peanut butter? Let me back up a bit… The September Fit Snack Box came packed full of delicious treats. As usual, Fit… Read More
2019-11-26 01:03
Are you looking for the best gifts for runners under $25? You’ve come to the right place! Black Friday is bearing down on us, and Christmas is actually closer to Thanksgiving this year… Read More
2019-11-18 12:53
On Saturday, November 9, I ran the South Belt 5K in Houston, which took place in the area around Frank Dobie High School. The South Belt 5K was set up as a fundraiser for the Barry E. Harris… Read More
2019-11-08 23:08
Who doesn’t love a good rest and recovery day? Mine is usually Sunday; I do a lot of chores like laundry and meal prep, but I also set aside some time for self-care: mobility work, a h… Read More
2019-11-04 14:00
Did you know that if you run a certain number of Running Alliance Sport 5K races, you get a special reward? I didn’t until the St. Thomas 5K, so when I heard I could still get my goodi… Read More
2019-10-25 00:45
I should probably preface the Toughest 10K Galveston recap by saying that I haven’t run a lot of 10Ks in my running life. At this point, I’ve probably run more half marathons. Bu… Read More
2019-10-18 16:31
Welcome to a very, very delayed Oculus CrossFit review in this edition of the Drop-In Diaries! In May, I was in New York for the American Society of Journalists and Authors annual conference… Read More
2019-10-15 21:56
I was about to write, “August was another busy month,” but when are my months not busy? Sheesh. I work full time, freelance on the side, write this blog, have two kids, and volun… Read More
2019-10-09 22:00
Hallelujah! I finally ran a decent (for me) 5K time! The whole point of signing up for the St. Thomas 5K in Nassau Bay was for me to get a time I could use to base training paces off of. Tha… Read More
2019-10-02 20:59
Can running transform your life? That’s the question that the recent movie Brittany Runs a Marathon sets out to answer. I went to see it Sunday night, and it moved me so much that I ha… Read More
2019-09-30 06:00
My son and I have a lot in common: we’re both short, we have weird senses of humor – oh, and we love shrimp! I saw the Galveston Shrimp Festival 5K listed on the Houston Running… Read More
2019-09-27 05:45
One of the things I love about my favorite CrossFit subscription box, Barbella Box, is that the “big” item usually covers the entire cost of the box, even if most of the small st… Read More
2019-09-25 06:00
I know, it’s not even Halloween yet. But before you know it, you’ll be putting away your pumpkin decorations and shopping for the winter holidays. I’ve created this guide o… Read More
2019-09-20 07:00
I’m going to say summer is officially over since the kids are back in school. And it’s time for me to get caught up on all my box reviews, including the 2019 July Fit Snack box… Read More
2019-09-02 08:00
Two years ago, I had signed up to run the Beneeezy Purple Monkey Fun Run 10K, but Hurricane Harvey had other plans. I decided this year, I’d do it. It’s a small, local race, and… Read More
2019-08-28 17:24
Disclaimer: I’m not a CrossFit-certified coach in any way. I’m just an average suburban mom trying to be better at life. Before you start CrossFit, check with your doctor to make… Read More
2019-08-26 06:00
Summer is almost over! Actually, my kids are already back in school, and I’m just now writing the July Barbella Box review. It’s been a busy summer. For those of you new to the B… Read More
2019-08-21 13:05
You hear a lot about meal prep on blogs, social media, and in magazines. But how do you do it effectively? Whether you’re just getting started or are looking to up your meal prepping g… Read More
2019-08-20 02:09
I’ve titled the 2019 June Fit Snack Box review “HIIT It” because the back of the card that came with the box has a killer HIIT workout. It requires zero equipment and is pe… Read More
2019-08-15 16:48
I was eight when I first started exhibiting symptoms of disordered eating. Eight. Let that sink in for a minute. I was being bullied at school and felt utterly alone in my life, so I turned… Read More
2019-08-07 07:00
Last weekend, I took a trip very far outside my comfort zone: summer camp. Empower Summer Camp at the Ronora Lodge and Retreat Center in Watervliet, Michigan, to be specific. And I can&rsquo&hell…Read More
2019-08-01 18:49
Yes, it’s my four-year anniversary of signing up at Clear Lake CrossFit! I write a post every year about something CrossFit has given me, or something I’ve learned. And over the… Read More
2019-07-29 15:00
I don’t normally run Sunday races, especially 5Ks. But the Lunar Landing 5K in Clear Lake was too awesome not to pass up! Since 2019 is the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, Runnin… Read More
2019-07-26 06:00
Why did I sign up to get the May 2019 Barbella Box? One word: the FLEO leggings in the previews. Barbella Box posts a preview of the “big” item well in advance of the skip deadli… Read More
2019-07-24 17:31
Summer is vacation season, and I usually find myself training when traveling. (Ok, I do this when I’m traveling for work, too!) There’s always another half marathon to run, and i… Read More
2019-07-18 17:57
This post contains affiliate links. I know people are still stressing out about a “summer body.” Look, it’s summer, you have a body, and therefore, you have a summer body… Read More
2019-07-15 06:00
Yes, I ran the Texas Bud Heatwave again this year on July 4, 2019. The out-and-back course ended up being even more awesome this year, as I got to watch Melissa speed through the 5K to win f… Read More
2019-07-12 06:00
Even though summer doesn’t officially begin until June, May always seems like the month that kicks it off for me. First, there’s Memorial Day, and then the kids are out of school… Read More
2019-07-03 18:06
July is National Picnic Month, although that’s hard to believe on super-hot Houston summer days. Still, there are moments when you can get outside and enjoy some time with friends or f… Read More
2019-07-01 11:51
It’s not easy to get back into running. I speak directly from experience; after the Houston Marathon, I struggled to run more than two or three miles without needing a walk break. Then… Read More
2019-06-18 06:00
Happy International Sushi Day! If you’re cutting back on carbs, you don’t have to give up sushi. It’s really easy to make your own low-carb sushi with cauliflower rice. Not… Read More
2019-06-17 06:00
As is always the case with the Barbella Box, I skip (or don’t skip) the month because of the big-ticket item preview. I have to admit that I was pretty excited when I saw I’d get… Read More
2019-06-05 16:06
One member of my box exemplifies why CrossFit is for everyone There’s a very sweet lady at my CrossFit box, Kathy. She’s retired, has two adorable grandchildren, and comes severa… Read More
2019-06-04 22:07
I love it when I get my Fit Snack box because I’m usually in the mood to try something new by the time it arrives. The April 2019 Fit Snack box was no exception! Fit Snack sends me its… Read More
2019-05-30 06:15
By now, we all know that CrossFit stormed off Facebook and Instagram in a huff, calling the company “utopian socialists.” Basically, Greg Glassman, the CEO of CrossFit, Inc., was… Read More
2019-05-29 05:08
A last-minute business trip took me to San Francisco, and before my plane took off from Hobby, I quickly looked for a box near my hotel. That box ended up being CrossFit Golden Gate, so I si… Read More
2019-05-28 06:00
If you put Brooke Ence’s name on it, I’ll probably buy it. It’s why I recently became obsessed with Athia Skin Care*, and why I signed up to get the March Gainzbox. *Quick… Read More
2019-04-24 06:00
At least, Spring Break was the theme of the 2019 March Fit Snack box, complete with a spring break workout that you could take anywhere on the back of the included card. Meanwhile, the March… Read More
2019-04-22 22:12
Saturday morning, I ran the Yuri’s Night 5K in Nassau Bay, a midcentury subdivision in Houston where early astronauts used to live. I had originally planned to run the 10K, but I hones… Read More
2019-04-19 06:00
Why does being a scaled athlete make us feel less than? It’s not like anyone else at the box will ever mock someone for using a lighter weight, doing jumping pull-ups, or scaling or mo… Read More
2019-04-16 19:02
The February 2019 Barbella Box, curated by weightlifter Quiana Welch, arrived a little late (which I suspect is because I’m still on my gift subscription – thanks, Mom!) But I wa… Read More
2019-04-02 01:33
And just like that, March is over, and I’m still writing my February Fit Snack box review. Go figure. I had plenty of time to test out all the food in it, and as usual, I was pretty pl… Read More
2019-03-26 21:42
I don’t think I was the only CrossFitter who groaned when the CrossFit Open 19.5 WOD was released. In 16.5, my first CrossFit Open, we had thrusters and burpees. In 17.5, thrusters and… Read More
2019-03-20 17:10
Yup, it’s nearly the end of March, and I’m finally reviewing the January 2019 Fit Snack box, which arrived right after the Chevron Houston Marathon and right before a life-tornad… Read More
2019-03-18 08:00
I had been waiting rather impatiently for a workout with pull-ups in the CrossFit Open. Specifically, I was waiting for a WOD with a muscle-up movement for RX athletes and a regular pull-up… Read More
2019-03-15 21:47
I’m all about being able to prepare 30-minute meals, mainly because I don’t relish spending hours in the kitchen after I’ve spent a full day working. As a new member of the… Read More
2019-03-14 17:04
Yes, this January Barbella Box review is long overdue. Life, right? Anyway, I always get excited when Barbella Box sends me the shipping notice. Thanks to the sneak peeks on Instagram, I kne… Read More
2019-02-12 02:41
I forgot to skip the month, so the December Gainz Box showed up right on schedule. (But life has been uncooperative, so my writing schedule has fallen by the wayside.) I was excited to see w… Read More
2019-02-06 17:38
Would you run for chocolate? I totally would! I ran the Allstate Hot Chocolate 15k/5k – well, the 5k – on Saturday, mainly because I wanted that mug full of hot chocolate and cho… Read More
2019-01-30 17:09
Now that I’ve finished marathon training – and successfully run my first marathon! – I’m looking at how to run faster. I have more goals to hit, including a sub-51-mi… Read More
2019-01-28 07:00
Last week was all about marathon recovery. Up until then, I had only spent a few hours in my Oofos Oomg Low Shoes. Now, with a full week of wearing them exclusively, I feel qualified to writ… Read More
2019-01-23 19:16
It took me several days to write this Chevron Houston Marathon recap. I had a lot to process after this amazing experience in a city I love, surrounded by people who were willing to push the… Read More
2019-01-16 18:35
This November 2018 Gainz Box review is long-overdue. What a crazy couple of months I’ve had: going to The Running Event, running the Rock N Roll San Antonio Half Marathon, training for… Read More
2019-01-14 22:49
Taper week is supposed to begin in Week 16. But it really begins after the 21-mile run, and that’s what Marathon Training Week 15 was: the start of a taper. I finished reading Kara Gou… Read More
2019-01-10 18:47
Ever had runner’s knee? The nods I’m feeling through my keyboard pretty much confirm what I suspect: a lot of us have a host of knee problems, some of which are brought on by IT… Read More
2019-01-07 19:50
Happy New Year! A lot of marathon training plans would have had me run my long run last weekend, but mine slotted it in for Saturday. I’m not going to lie; I was really nervous about i… Read More
2019-01-04 17:07
The December 2018 Barbella Box came with all kinds of great items. Aptly called the Barbella Babe Box, it included some beauty products as well as practical goodies. Read this Barbella Babe… Read More
2018-12-17 07:00
I headed into Week 11 of training for the Chevron Houston Marathon feeling pretty strong. I had a lot to do and good intentions for the week, which turned out to be a lot more stressful than… Read More
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