Run, Kelly Run!

So yesterday my running shoes came out of retirement (you can read all about it HERE). Having just had a baby I'm feeling really inspired to lose all this extra weight I've been carrying around. Knowing I would need a little extra motivation to get me off my fat, post pregnancy butt, I signed up for the Disneyland Half Marathon months ago. I'm also thinking of signing up for some of these events too. Anyone care to join me?

Vasque Peter's Canyon Summer Trail Run Series: June 11th, July 9th & August 6th
Magic Shoe 5K Run/Walk & High Heel Dash: June 13th
Surf City Run: July 4th
Orange County Mud Run: July 18th
Disneyland Half Marathon: September 6th

So seriously, anyone want to race?

xoxo, K
image via Women's Running Central

Race on the Base

Looking for something "active" to do this weekend? If you act now, you just might be able to sign up for Race on the Base. Featuring a 5K Run, 10K Run, 5K Walk, 10K In-line Skate/ Wheelchair, 1K Kids Fun Run & Reverse Triathlon, there is something for everyone.

Race on the Base
Saturday February 21st, 2009
Los Alamitos Joint Forces Training Base
Register HERE.

xoxo, K
image via Race on the Base

Prenatal Yoga in Orange County

My belly is growing bigger daily, my body is starting to ache a bit more & my "normal" exercise routine is getting more uncomfortable daily. Luckily, one aspect of of exercise regime doesn't have to change... my yoga practice. In fact prenatal yoga is often encouraged because it helps you learn to breathe deeply & relax - something that will come in handy in the next the couple of months!

Baby Center has some great tips regarding prenatal yoga: "Seek out an instructor who is specifically trained in prenatal yoga, but if that's not possible, make sure your instructor knows you're expecting... Be aware, that your slowly expanding girth will affect your sense of balance. Don't try to hold poses for a long time, and remember to sink into yoga positions slowly & carefully to avoid injury. Take your time and don't overdo it. During the second-trimester avoid lying flat on your back now, too, to keep blood flowing properly to your uterus."

Looking for something you can do from home? Check out THESE yoga poses that are recommending during pregnancy, or try THIS DVD.

When it comes to yoga studios, Orange County has lots to offer. Here's a list of local studios that offer specific prenatal yoga classes. However, if you can't find a class nearby, call your local studio, more than likely their instructors are trained in prenatal yoga adaptations.

Costa Mesa:
Yoga Center, (949)646-8281
Yoga Works, (949)642-7400

Irvine:
Triad Yoga & Pilates, (949)724-1479
Yoga Shakti Wellness Center, (949)856-9642

Laguna Beach:
Yoga Works, (949)415-0955

Lake Forest:
Orange County Yoga Studio, (949)307-9517

Mission Viejo:
Yoga Works, (949)380-9642

Newport Beach:
Yoga Works, (949)640-9642

Orange:
Yoga in the Hills, (714)289-2248

Tustin:
Soul at Home, (714)573-7685

xoxo, K

Getting Fit & Having Fun.

After I had my first child, I have to admit that I was a bit surprised that all that extra weight I had gained just didn't disappear after the birth of my son. When my second son was born, I was a bit more prepared, but I was still frustrated that my extra weight didn't just melt away. Next time around, I might be checking out Stroller Strides, I love the idea that it is a fitness program that you can actually do with your baby! Sign up for a FREE class & check out the location of your local class HERE.

If you're in the area though, you can meet Lisa Druxman (the creator of the Stroller Strides program), attend her FREE master class, & get a copy of her new book, Lean Mommy, signed. & get this... the first 50 to arrive will get a FREE goodie bag & will receive a raffle ticket for the opportunity to win a FREE Stroller Stride "Bob" stroller.

What: FREE Stroller Strides Class & Lean Mommy Book Signing
When: Tuesday, June 2th, 9 am (Registration is at 8:30 am)
Where: The Village of Orange, 100 E. Village Way, Orange, CA 92865

xoxo, K