Back In The Saddle Again

On a beautiful afternoon, we enjoyed a socially distanced 2-hour bike ride through Umstead State Park on our fat tire bikes. The hills are brutal and our legs are already feeling it! But, it is amazing the quiet and tranquility found just minutes from the … Read MoreBack In The Saddle Again

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Power Walking During Lunch Hour

As the temperatures in the Triangle are finally dropping down into the very comfortable lower 80s with low humidity, we started our lunch hour power walk routine. Lake Lynn offers a perfect 30-min, 2.8 mile loop around the lake. We kept our heart rates below … Read MorePower Walking During Lunch Hour

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First Day Back In The Pool

After an almost 4 months Covid-19 swim break, we are finally back in the pool. And, man, we are out of shape! The staff at the aquatic center did an amazing job to get everything ready for the reopening today. Swimming by appointment only! An … Read MoreFirst Day Back In The Pool

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Yoga!

As the pool is closed, we needed to stretch the tight muscles, so began a yoga routine. The dogs had the right idea also, but the sound of the voice on the video puts them right to sleep.

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Blog Purpose

Throughout our lives, we both had an acute interest in science and human health.  Danielle pursued a biology degree with a fleeting interest in med school and Stephan, after spending his youth watching his mother work as a doctor in the emergency room, followed in … Read MoreBlog Purpose

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Swim Session

Our last swim session ahead of the Covid-19 shutdown. It felt good to get in one last swim and blood flow to the joints before a long break. Yes, Dani did beat Steph on distance during the “last swim”. 2400M vs. 2200M – Dani FTW!

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Allergy Reduction & Prevention Battle Routine

Steph’s Routine Frequency Levocetirizine dihydrochloride (Xyzal®)5mg tablet Daily Guaifenesin (Mucinex®)1200mg tablet Daily Fluticasone propionate (glucocorticoid)(Flonase®)50mcg2 sprays per nostril Daily Montelukast sodium(Singulair®)10mg tablet Daily Ipratropium bromide(Atrovent®)0.06%2 sprays per nostril / 4 times Daily Epinephrine Auto-Injector(EpiPen®)0.3mg Hopefully Never! Samsung POWERbot™ Pet Robot Vacuum4 times Daily Alen® BreatheSmart … Read MoreAllergy Reduction & Prevention Battle Routine

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Cardio & Endurance Swimming Workout

Steph’s Workout Routine Stroke(s) Length(s) Breaststroke 1500m Alternating Freestyle / Breaststroke 100m:25m x 4 Breaststroke 300m Alternating Freestyle / Breaststroke 100m:25m x 4 TOTAL 2000M 50 Minutes / 3 Times Per Week Exercise Routines Are Dependent On Individual Physical Conditions and Per Doctor’s Recommendations See … Read MoreCardio & Endurance Swimming Workout

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Swimming “Addiction”

Swimming quickly became part of our daily workout routine. In late September, we started with a 1,000 meter swim every other day, alternating days with our treadmill & free weight workouts. By early November, we already were up to swimming 1,500 meters x 4 days … Read MoreSwimming “Addiction”

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