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Staying fit is essential for a balanced and healthy life.

I’m Training for a Marathon!
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I’m Training for a Marathon!

If you’ve been following this blog long, you know that I am a wannabe distance runner. My background is in sprinting (100 and 200 metres) […]

The Importance of Good Running Shoes
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The Importance of Good Running Shoes

I will never forget how I learned the importance of good running shoes; my shoe was full of blood one run and I thought to […]

3 Stretches you NEED to do after a hike
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3 Stretches you NEED to do after a hike

At the end of a long day out hiking it can be tempting to sit down and rest a while. But stretching at the end […]

Guest Post: Know Your Body Type To Achieve Your Goals Faster
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Guest Post: Know Your Body Type To Achieve Your Goals Faster

Ectomorph, Endomorph or Mesomorph: Knowing Your Body Type Will Help You Achieve Your Fitness Goals Faster Have you ever followed the same workout and diet […]

2020 Road Races in the Lethbridge area
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2020 Road Races in the Lethbridge area

Did you set a resolution to get into running? Maybe you’re going to try a 5k for the first time, or you’re like me looking […]

My Thoughts on Marathon Training
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My Thoughts on Marathon Training

This is a very belated and overdue post. And maybe a bit of a head scratcher since I never did complete a marathon. (I’ll share […]

Training Update- Six Weeks To Go!
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Training Update- Six Weeks To Go!

It’s been awhile since I posted an update, although I check in more on my Instagram page (follow me if you want). I’m six weeks […]

How To Reset Good Running Habits Postpartum
Fitness, Mom Life

How To Reset Good Running Habits Postpartum

I stopped running when I was about 28 weeks postpartum because of icy conditions. I remember having dreams of running along my local trail, legs […]

Girl’s Night Out Doing Aerial Yoga
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Girl’s Night Out Doing Aerial Yoga

I sure love going out with my friends. When you’re older and a mom with family responsibilities, it’s difficult to coordinate busy schedules to work […]

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Hi! I’m Rachel!

I’m an Alberta-based mama and substitute teacher who loves to write.

This is a blog focused on hiking, fitness, healthy living, and living your best life! Visit my ‘About’ page for more info.

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Waterfalls & Icebergs at Cameron Lake

My Favourite Posts

I have a lot of posts with stories near and dear to my heart but these are a handful of my favourites:

  • Waterfalls & Icebergs at Cameron Lake
  • Camping with babies
  • Bertha Falls, No Shoes, No Pants, No Problem
  • He’s Here
  • Logan’s Birth Story
  • Ice Skating on Waterton Lake
  • Mt. Galwey & a Scrambling Accident
  • Mt. Vimy Peak & Biking in a Hailstorm
  • Amazing Cracker Lake 
  • My Fitness History
  • Hiking Highline Trail

 

Recent Posts

  • Angels Landing in Zion National Park
  • Hiking through The Narrows in Zion National Park
  • Deseret News Half Marathon Race Recap
  • 7 Natural Ways to Help You Have a Better Sleep
  • Hiking to Star Creek Falls with Kids

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Hiking recap reels usually have some sort of inspi Hiking recap reels usually have some sort of inspirational music laid over it, but I love the comments from the kids and parents in this recap!

My family and I took our two four year olds through The Narrows in Utah and those joys had such a blast! They walked a total of 5.8 miles!

This is such a fun activity if you have sure footed kids. Read all about it on my blog betterlivin.ca!
Hiking through The Narrows in Zion National Park w Hiking through The Narrows in Zion National Park was such a fun experience! It was so fun that the 4-year- olds hiked 5.8 miles (most through the water) without even noticing. 

Up on the blog today is a recap of hiking through The Narrows!
The beginning of my half marathon versus the end. The beginning of my half marathon versus the end. 😁➡️🥵

Up on the blog today is a recap of my half at the @deseretnewsmarathon in Salt Lake City. 

Time to retire from distance running. I’ll stick to 5k’s from now on. Ha ha!

#running #halfmarathon #mizunorunning
Beach day- Instagram ➡️ Reality. Ha ha ha! I Beach day- Instagram ➡️ Reality. Ha ha ha! 

I will be washing sand out of those curls for days! 😂
I have a new article posted to @exploremagazine to I have a new article posted to @exploremagazine today! I spoke with @canmoremd to get a Doctors perspective on whether cold plunging while hiking is safe. 

Visit this link to read more: https://www.explore-mag.com/Should-You-Go-Cold-Plunging-While-Hiking
Is there anything cuter than a toddler in hiking b Is there anything cuter than a toddler in hiking boots?

Up on the blog today is a recap of hiking to Star Creek Falls with kids. This is a short but adventurous hike that requires some climbing up a chain next to a waterfall. It’s a great one for brave kids.
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Hiking recap reels usually have some sort of inspi Hiking recap reels usually have some sort of inspirational music laid over it, but I love the comments from the kids and parents in this recap!

My family and I took our two four year olds through The Narrows in Utah and those joys had such a blast! They walked a total of 5.8 miles!

This is such a fun activity if you have sure footed kids. Read all about it on my blog betterlivin.ca!
Hiking through The Narrows in Zion National Park w Hiking through The Narrows in Zion National Park was such a fun experience! It was so fun that the 4-year- olds hiked 5.8 miles (most through the water) without even noticing. 

Up on the blog today is a recap of hiking through The Narrows!
The beginning of my half marathon versus the end. The beginning of my half marathon versus the end. 😁➡️🥵

Up on the blog today is a recap of my half at the @deseretnewsmarathon in Salt Lake City. 

Time to retire from distance running. I’ll stick to 5k’s from now on. Ha ha!

#running #halfmarathon #mizunorunning
Beach day- Instagram ➡️ Reality. Ha ha ha! I Beach day- Instagram ➡️ Reality. Ha ha ha! 

I will be washing sand out of those curls for days! 😂
I have a new article posted to @exploremagazine to I have a new article posted to @exploremagazine today! I spoke with @canmoremd to get a Doctors perspective on whether cold plunging while hiking is safe. 

Visit this link to read more: https://www.explore-mag.com/Should-You-Go-Cold-Plunging-While-Hiking
Is there anything cuter than a toddler in hiking b Is there anything cuter than a toddler in hiking boots?

Up on the blog today is a recap of hiking to Star Creek Falls with kids. This is a short but adventurous hike that requires some climbing up a chain next to a waterfall. It’s a great one for brave kids.
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