phyllis

Phyllis Strand is a wellness coach, marathon runner, and founder of StrongbyStrand, helping women—especially those over 50— reconnect with their bodies, build sustainable strength, and discover their inner athlete.

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Meg’s Miles

January 18, 2014January 18, 2014

Today I joined runners around the country in running in memory of Meg Menzies a mother of three who was killed on Jan 13 by a drunk driver when she …

30 minutes of exercise half marathon training

Do it for the love of running

October 3, 2013October 3, 2013

If it’s the weekend, there is a good chance you will find me running across this bridge in South Norwalk CT. My husband, who is becoming an excellent running partner …

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Memorial trees

Updated on October 1, 2013September 30, 2013

In a recent post, I talked about turning left instead if right and discovering new paths and outlooks on things. The weekend school started I came upon a row of …

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NatureMade VitaMelts

Updated on October 1, 2013September 29, 2013

This year at Fitbloggin, I was offered an opportunity to try NatureMade Vitamelts. The representatives had Vit C, Energy ( B6) and Vitamin D to sample. I have been a …

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About time !

September 27, 2013September 27, 2013

Welcome to Fall! I love this time of year. There is so much going opportunity with back to school classes and a whole calendar of exercise courses to sign up …