There comes a moment in every Gen Xer's life when you wake up, look in the mirror, and think... "Wait... when did THIS happen?" Seriously. Yesterday I was blasting Bon Jovi in my car, eating Pizza Hut Personal Pan Pizzas after school, and trying to figure out how to record songs off the radio without the DJ talking over the intro. Today? I'm researching compression socks, comparing running shoes like they're luxury handbags, and getting excited over a Costco-sized bottle of i

What I Wish I Had Known Before I Started Running at 50 Spoiler Alert: Running isn't the hard part. Learning everything that comes with it is. There is a quote that says: "The best time to start was years ago. The second-best time is today." Whew. That one hits differently now. Looking back, I'm not sure I would have listened to that advice twenty years ago, but I sure wish I had started this journey a lot sooner than the ripe old age of 50. About a year ago, I casually asked

If you've been following our journey, you know that our passion has always been helping people become healthier, stronger, and happier. Today, we're excited to officially welcome you to Iron Pine Health—the next chapter in that journey. We're opening both a telehealth and in-person clinic because we believe healthcare should be personal, accessible, and centered around you. Too often, people feel rushed through appointments or struggle to get in to see their provider when the

Sometimes you sign up for a race because it looks fun. Sometimes you sign up because the medal is cool. And sometimes you sign up because it's close to home and think, "How hard can it be?" Spoiler alert: those are usually the races that humble you the most. The Paiute Meadows 30K was one of those races. My husband and I originally signed up because we wanted to support our local running community. We had heard great things about the race organizers and figured it would be a

If you’ve ever been to Reno in April, then you already know the weather spins a giant wheel every morning and decides your fate. Will it be snowing? Will it be windy enough to blow your eyelashes off? Will you need shorts, leggings, a raincoat, and emotional support? The answer is usually: yes. Raven and I at Reno,NV 2026 But somehow, for the 2026 Reno's Biggest Little Half Marathon, we hit the weather jackpot. It was absolutely perfect running weather. Cool enough to be comf

Alright, fellow thrill-seekers and fitness fanatics, let’s talk about something close to my heart: adventures with my pug. Yes, that adorable little snort machine who thinks every walk is a marathon and every squirrel is a personal nemesis. If you’re ready to swap the couch for some fresh air and tail wags, buckle up. We’re diving into the best pug adventure activities that’ll have you both panting (in different ways) and grinning ear to ear. Bubby at the park for a walk day

Let's talk about GLP-1s. By now, most of us know someone who is taking one. Maybe it's Wegovy. Maybe it's Zepbound. Maybe it's Mounjaro. Maybe it's your neighbor, your coworker, your cousin, or the person who suddenly lost 50 pounds and claims they "haven't changed a thing." As someone who has been on a GLP-1 since 2023, I wanted to share my experience—the good, the bad, and the "why is my body doing this?" moments. I'll also share some of the information I discuss with patie

Alright, fellow wanderlusters and shutterbugs, listen up! If you’ve ever dreamed of turning your globe-trotting escapades and camera-clicking obsession into a full-blown travel blog that makes people stop scrolling and actually read (gasp!), you’re in the right place. I’m here to spill the beans on how to create a travel and photography blog that’s as addictive as your favorite Netflix binge and as eye-catching as that perfect sunset shot you nailed last summer. Silver Lake,

Let’s talk about Northern California—the state's best-kept secret (and no, I’m not just saying that because the SoCal folks forget it exists). This place is a total movie set come to life: trees that look like they were sketched by Bob Ross, lakes so clear you can see your regrets at the bottom, and trails that make you say “I totally work out” even when you don’t. We recently took the chaos (aka the family) to Whiskeytown Lake National Recreation Area—one of only sixteen of