How Anyone (Yes, Even You!) Can Run a Half Marathon

[SparkPeople.com::The Weekly Spark]( [The Starting Line]( The runner's high, the miles of solitude, the camaraderie on the open road--there are a lot of reasons people drink the half-marathon Kool-aid. If you've had ''run a half marathon'' on your bucket list, know that you can do it! All it takes is some dedication, smart preparation strategies and a whole lot of hard work. Whether you're a brand-new runner or someone who logs the occasional 5K, we've got the expert tips you need to rock that ''Run a Half Marathon'' resolution! [+ Read More]( [From the desk of: Alicia Capetillo, Editor-in-Chief SparkPeople]( ''Stop being ashamed of how many times you've fallen, and start being proud of how many times you've gotten up." There's power in this quote, and I haven't stopped thinking about it since a member posted it in our SparkPeople Daily Motivation group on Facebook. I don't blame you for focusing on the failure part of the fall. After all, it's the most frustrating part--and the part that's the easiest to agonize over because we're self-critical creatures. But what would happen if you focused on the getting up part? What would happen if you patted yourself on the back for trying something different? What if you celebrated the lessons learned from the fall and how they got you closer to figuring out your perfect formula for achieving success? Imagine how much growth you could achieve with positive self-reflection! This week, look back on the last time you failed with fresh eyes. What can you learn? How have you grown? Write them down, then celebrate yourself for moving forward! [2 p.m.: Get Moving]( When it comes to working from home, there are a lot of great perks (answering emails in your PJs obviously tops the list). However, when you're working on your laptop all day, it's common to forget to get up and move every now and again. Before you get in the habit of sitting too often (and suffering the health issues that go along with it), discover these eight easy ways to move more and still be productive. [+ Read More]( [Which Egg Is Right for You?]( While all eggs have the same basic composition, some varieties are nutritionally superior. In addition, there are several different types of eggs that offer their own unique qualities, appearances and characteristics. [+ Read More]( [Sugar Bomb]( Sugar is a sneaky, sneaky ingredient, always subtly creeping into more and more processed foods. You know you should eat less added sugar, but it feels like an uphill battle! What's a person to do? Luckily, these four easy tips for reducing your added sugar intake are made for real people, so what are you waiting for? [+ Read More]( [Warm Belly]( [A Travel-Ready Routine]( [The Balancing Act]( GET OUR BEST: [Like on Facebook]([Pin on Pinterest]([Follow on Instagram]( SparkPeople Apps]( your Food]( [Redeem Your SparkPoints]( [Unsubscribe]( © 2020 SparkPeople, Inc. All rights reserved. [Terms]( | [Privacy]( | [Manage Emails]( 310 Culvert St., Suite 301, Cincinnati, OH 45202