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Maria M.

Blog: http://www.hillsandhammies.com
People, places and things that make me sweat happy in Seattle. I feature inspiring local-area gals and guys who enjoy and take advantage of being fit. They are athletes and I love that they love to sweat. I am also the founder of an exciting new event, Fresh Fitness Expo, an event to explore... Full Bio
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A little dirt won't hurt by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise Mud runs have gained popularity all over the world and soon you'll have a list to choose from in the Seattle area. Mud runs consist of a 5-10k run with various obstacles alo ... Read on »
First Edition of our Holiday Fitness Gift Guide e-Catalog by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise Open publication - Free publishing - More running Read on »
Social Media Junkie, Massage Therapist, Crafty, Thrifty, Flirty, Fun, Friend, (Tri)Athlete… by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise You may be one of @carissang's or @clearawakening’s many Twitter followers, but how well do you know the person behind these handles?  Carissa Garrard is a self-confessed so ... Read on »
"To begin, begin" by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise -- William Wordsworth Ask for Shelly Gramza's advice on how to get started on a fitness activity and she'll be quick to say, that as cheesy as it may sound, to "just do ... Read on »
Light Post to Light Post by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise One of the true pleasures of having my business is hearing stories of everyday people doing incredible things: walking 26.2 miles, running 5Ks in honor of someone, doing a t ... Read on »
I love free (or almost free)! by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise You don't need no stinkin' money to join a running group, do yoga, learn how to take care of your bike or learn the basic of kayaking or backpacking.  I'd like to share my g ... Read on »
Embracing activism by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise Imagine seeing the words 'Embrace Activism' each time you roll out your yoga mat.  Karen, a yoga student and teacher and the founder of the company created the concept of di ... Read on »
The accidental runner by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise Smart, pretty, funny, sporty and loves Filipino food.  Meet Kristel. "That clear-headed, accomplished feeling I get after I get out always makes it worth it." ... Read on »
Shop. Save. Sweat! by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise If you love working out but dislike paying outrageous amount of money for fitness gear, there are two companies that is a must know: The Clymb and SportsWise .  Both are Pac ... Read on »
Portrait of an Athlete by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise Alison’s journey to health and running I have been running since 3rd grade.  I had severe asthma as a kid that brought my family to live in Wa ... Read on »
Wahine Sport by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise I was first introduced to Wahine Sport two years ago at the Seattle Iron Girl event, but it was only last week that I finally met Linda, the founder of the activewear comp ... Read on »
Sweep and Scull by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise I didn’t know the difference between sweep rowing and sculling before Susanna Hurley.  I haven't had a chance to meet Susanna in person, but her enthusiasm for the sport com ... Read on »
Nun Fun Run + more by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise Fun runs in the Puget Sound area to fill your weekends in the next couple of weeks.   Joining in on the fun at any of these events?  Sunday, April 10, Nun Fun Run 5k ... Read on »
These ain't your mama's sweats by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise I have been to numerous fitness and running expos for my business and have seen many variations of the running skirt.  I've even seen running dresses (who knew?).  It's a pr ... Read on »
Pool, fax, spa, running concierge by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise Along with the usual hotel amenities such as a business center, a pool, or a spa, Westin Hotel in Downtown Seattle now offers as part of their RunWestin program, the Westi ... Read on »
Run Like a Mother by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise Run Like a Mother is the name of a new book written by friends, runners and Runners' World contributing writers, Dimity McDowell and Sarah Bowen Shea.  Meet them and have ... Read on »
Heal. Grow. Thrive. by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise Dr. Kristi Smith is a chiropractor and deep tissue worker who loves connecting with people.  Not only does she have an extensive knowledge about body mechanics, from her ba ... Read on »
West Seattle Runner by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise I love the smell of new running shoes.  I love the new store smell even better.  A new running store in West Seattle, appropriately named West Seattle Runner is on schedul ... Read on »
Lunafest by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise Two LUNAFEST events are coming up.   These events promote women filmmakers and raise awareness for women's issues, all sponsored by LUNA, the nutrition bar for women. Apr ... Read on »
Ragnar Relay by Maria M. Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise My mind has been pre-occupied thinking about an exciting opportunity offered to me recently.  I was asked if I would be interested in joining a team to run the Northwest Pas ... Read on »
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