With all of the cycling and running and volleyball and general running around I've been doing, I have started feeling little aches and pains that I know are the result of not being strong enough, and still being much heavier than I prefer. And so, I have set two goals for myself: increase my strength and flexibility - particularly in my hip flexors, and lose some weight. I have a desk job and sit for nearly eight hours straight, so I really have to be more deliberate with my workouts. ...

I finally got to try 305 Fitness , y'all! A couple of weeks ago, I was invited to a special DC-area influencer event hosted by 305 Fitness. (Hat tip to Fitt for the flagging this event for me!) My friend Tikima (the other half of DMV Fitness Fam ) joined me while we got our twerk on! What is 305 Fitness? It's a cardio dance workout with a little bit of weight training. (That last part was a welcome surprise! More on that below.) 305 Fitness says, "this is an addictive cardio party." They're right; you feel like you're in a night club, and the vibe is sweaty, judgment-free, twerk-filled fun! ...

It's here!!!! What's here, you ask? Why, only February, the BEST MONTH OF THE YEAR! Yeah, my birthday is coming up in just under two weeks, and I am excited about that, but I'm also excited to share some amazing news with you guys: The February 4K by 4PM Challenge is starting! Woohoo! ...