This episode of Friends Fit Forties is all about celebrating the season.  Laura and Stephanie will talk about ways to include a little bit of activity during the holidays.  They'll discuss the idea of becoming an expert at something or somethings.  And....they'll talk about little, inexpensive ways to share the gratitude.  You will truly enjoy this episode of Friends Fit Forties. 

Laura and Stephanie will start you off on an UPDATE of their upcoming runDisney half marathon. They are about 50 days out of the big race, and their workouts have amped up.  They are putting in the miles and will tell you all about the compromises they make to find the time.  Next they'll tell you about measurements for success.  Hint:  They don't JUST measure in one way, but they emphasize the importance of a variety of metrics.  Finally, they'll discuss the importance of boundaries and how boundaries fit into mindfulness.  Get your notebooks ready for a full and fun episode of Friends Fit Forties!

What inspires you is like a collage of amazingness.  It is a picture of all those things that drive you, motivate you, and remind you of this beautiful journey.  Laura and Stephanie take a minute to celebrate those that inspire them and then challenge you to do the same.  Inspiration can take us many places and we will continue the thought journey of our core inspiration in today's episode. 

In this episode of Friends Fit Forties, we are changing it up.  We are adding speed to our workouts, we are adding spark to our Mondays, and we are adding Forest Bathing to our lives.  This episode is all about trying new things and being astonished by the results.  Change is definitely memorable and it can be good.  Listen to this episode of Friends Fit Forties to embrace the change. 

In this festive episode of Friends Fit Forties, we'll talk about our ideas for celebrating the upcoming Halloween holiday.  We have designed a Halloween workout just for your littles as well included ideas for you.  We have suggested ways to include healthy Halloween food options to mix with all the candy.  And, we discuss ways to take a moment and pause during this busy, busy season.  Get your Halloween on.....Friends Fit Forties is ready to celebrate. 

Join Laura and Stephanie as they enter into a conversation with you about this wonderful autumn season.  They'll share favorite recipes and favorite fall moments.  Stephanie and Laura will invite you to think about what you are gaining this season and what you are letting go of. Then, they'll leave you with a bit of creative homework.  You'll enjoy a moment with Stephanie and Laura this week as they chat about fall. 

Leave it to a preschool teacher to figure out a connection between Goldilocks and our fitness training.  In this episode, Laura brilliantly applies James Clear's Goldilocks Principle to our half marathon training plan.   We also suggest ways you can use the Goldilocks Principle to support your own goals.   You'll enjoy this episode of Friends Fit Forties.  Download us every Monday for a fantastic start to your week.  

22, 37, 28, 30, 45....we are all about the numbers today.  NOT your weight or your measurements BUT numbers in leggings as in what are they made of?  And what are the magic refueling numbers during a run.  If you are into productivity, skip right to segment three where we talk about the Pomodoro Technique to get stuff done.  Today, we are NUMBERLICIOUS.  Join us for the fun. 

It is ALL in the little things.  Know the little thing about NEAT? Laura is going to tell you all about how a bit of NEAT can be a healthy way to think about the spaces in your day.  We'll talk sunscreen and bugspray.  And we'll end with mindful moments.  Moments when you don't even have five minutes, but you need something.  Let this episode be a gift to yourself.  Enjoy, Friends Fit Forties season 2 episode 4: the little things.  

Laura gives an open and honest interview one year post surgery.  She discusses getting into shape after her hysterectomy, surgical menopause, and relying upon friendship to carry her through.  Laura's courage will inspire you to be your best self while reaching out to support other friends through tough times.   Take a moment and listen to Laura- she is beautiful.