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Feeling spring this week! Ahhh…flowers blooming, sun is shining and the color green is popping up everywhere! This winter has felt long, cold and heavy. This past Saturday’s long run felt amazing in a tank and skirt…had a little more pep in my step for sure! I know, here in Columbus this is called “fake spring” as there is a bit more of winter still lingering. I will take what Mother Nature gifts us and will be grateful for the colorful, warmish, sunshiny days.
SNACKS AND SIPS OF THE WEEK
ENERGY BITES
A family fav! This recipe came directly from PREMIER AT SAWMILL ATHLETIC CLUB’S kitchen. This was our club that was a staple in Columbus for 40 years. It closed shortly after life started to reopen after COVID. Before the closure, I stopped by the bistro to grab some bites. I ended up leaving with my energy bites and the club’s recipe for them.
PREMIER AT SAWMILL’S NO-BAKE ENERGY BITES
good for 7-10 days
1 cup of Old Fashion Oats
1/2 cup of peanut butter
1/2 cup of ground flaxseed
1/2 cup of chocolate chips
1/3 cup honey
1 Tbsp. of chia seeds
2/3 cup of toasted coconut
1 tsp. of vanilla extract
Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Roll into 1 inch balls. Place in container, store in refrigerator.
WATER with LIQUID IV AND CREATINE
This is an every morning sip for me. After coffee, during a workout. Not my first water of the day but my first big intake. 32 oz water, 1 pk of LIQUID IV and 1 scoop of 1ST PHORM CREATINE. This is a great hydration kick start for the day. My goal is usually 80-100oz of water a day, depending on my movement. I track my hydration on my Garmin watch. It calculates how much hydration I need. It does this based on the data it takes in during my workouts, runs, or tennis sessions.
ADULT BEVIES
BUBBLES ROSE FRUITED ALE BY RHINEGEIST
Love this Cincy,Ohio based brand! This bev is sweet, fruity, bubbly and super refreshing! Love one of these after a day in the garden or post run in the sun! Perfect patio sitting ale!
MORE THAN MY SPORT
Labels. We all have done it-put a label on it, on someone, on yourself. One label we wear is ATHLETE. It is a big one, a very visible one. Growing up, verbiage around me and used towards me LABELED me. It created an identity within that wasn’t me. As I grew, I carried those LABELS-they became heavy. Heavy because they weren’t me, they were what the outside saw as me. In my adult life I have worked hard to shed the LABELS and narratives that didn’t suit me. I have created new LABELS, my own LABELS that are me at my core. I have learned that any LABEL of any kind does not define me. I can delete or add to them as I wish. I am more than JUST a label, I am layers. Look past the LABELS and dive into the layers-we are all more than ATHLETES. We are humans with gifts that go much deeper than that one LABEL. Start discovering all the layers within, stay open and curious with yourself and others.
THIS WEEK IN WOMEN IN SPORTS HISTORY
- 1967: Kathrine Switzer Runs Boston Marathon:Kathrine Switzer made history by becoming the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon, challenging the prevailing belief that women were not fit for long-distance running.
- 1972: Title IX of the Education Act:The passage of Title IX of the Education Act was a landmark achievement for women in sports, ensuring equal opportunities for women in athletics.
- 1973: Billie Jean King and the Women’s Tennis Association:Billie Jean King founded the Women’s Tennis Association, leading the way to equal prize money in tennis.
- 1924: International Women’s Sports Federation:The formation of the International Women’s Sports Federation led to more competitions being held for women.
ALL THE GEAR
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE collecting gear at events and experiences. Our spring break trip watching Wittenberg Tennis play lead us to the USTA NATIONAL CAMPUS. In my mind, tennis heaven. I was completely smitten! The merch shop was well stocked and the staff were amazing!! Had a blast shopping and came home with some great goodies!
This is essential in my world. I seriously wear my watch almost 24/7-only taking it off to charge and for showers. I never pegged myself as a smart watch human. Finding my athlete self again years ago was transformative. The watch, in its many versions I have owned, has become a large component of my everyday living.
I currently own the Venu 2S, have owned the Venu Square too. Love the look and feel of the 2S , and the price was right for me. There are some data points I wish it had. Other versions have more data options. All in all, I really love my Garmin, will continue to invest in these smartwatches!
If you are at all an athlete that runs/walks outside during dark hours a NOXGEAR vest is a MUST! I can’t count the times I am driving and can barely see a runner/walker in the dark. Safety first my friends! These vests are affordable. They come in many colors you can click through, each one has the options to blink, or stay static. They are super light to wear and are easy to put on and take off. A big plus for me is that NOXGEAR is based right here in Columbus, Ohio!! Home grown! I love my vest and know when I am running at dark-o’clock that I am visible!
COACHES CORNER
I love this from WORD PORN:
When you connect with people who are good for you, you feel it. This is a BIG deal. Don’t forget to acknowledge how great it is to be around someone who lights you up. Tell them, even if you feel a little weird. Your people love your weirdness.
CONNECTION-one of my words for the year. Connection is everything and will get you everywhere. When you are around just the right humans-who lift you and light you that is where the magic happens!
EVENTS TO GET YOU MOVING
OSU 4 MILER
April 13, 2025 10:00am
Ohio Stadium
The 2025 Ohio State 4 Miler will be held on Sunday, April 13 when an expected 12,000 runners and walkers will Celebrate Football & Fitness and “Finish On The 50” inside Ohio Stadium.
USE CODE: TORREM3S10 for 10% off your registration!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE OSU 4 MILER
OHIO HEALTH CAPITAL CITY HALF AND QUARTER MARATHON AND COLUMBUS PROMISE 5K
APRIL 26, 2025 8:00am
All races begin and end on S. High Street adjacent to the John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons
More than 10,000 runners and walkers will celebrate Columbus and the healthy, active lifestyle at the 2025 OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K on Saturday, April 26 in Downtown Columbus.
The “Best Tour Of Columbus On Two Feet” features a distance for everybody: OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon (13.1 miles), OhioHealth Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) and the Columbus Promise 5K (3.1 miles).
USE CODE: TORREM3S10 for 10% off your registration!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR CAP CITY
STANDING IN MY POWER
TORRE🩷
