In the South Plains area, a new program has launched at several local Farmers Markets. It is called ‘Double Up Food Bucks’. The Double Up Food Bucks is a program tailored to help those in the SNAP program buy locally grown fruits and vegetables at their local Farmers Markets. … Read More
Healthy Lubbock Bites
We all know it is important for each meal of our day to be nutritious and balanced. However, we all have jobs, kids and/or school that takes our time away from being able to cook every meal! Consequently, we give in and go to the nearest drive-thru restaurant or gas … Read More
Is There Food Insecurity in Texas?
According to feedingamerica.org, 1 in 6 people in Texas struggle with hunger and 1 in 4 children in Texas struggle with hunger. Texas is a developed state, and with a mass amount of food that is available at our fingertips, these numbers are shocking. Organizations like SNAP, WIC and foodbanks … Read More
The Perfect Running Taper
With the Mayor’s Marathon just over a month away, it is time to get those tapers going. But, what is a taper? A running taper is when you slowly decrease the amount you run each day for about 2 to 4 weeks before the race. This is very important for … Read More
Overcoming Running Fears
With the Lubbock Mayor’s Marathon less than 2 months away, anxiety, fears and stresses may be starting to pop up. This is common for both beginner and experienced runners. The possibility that you didn’t train enough and will not make it through the race is daunting and sometimes overcomes your … Read More
How to Run Farther and Faster!
Some people run for the health benefits and others run competitively, but for all runners, it is human nature to want to push ourselves to run farther or faster, which can be a daunting task. As you prepare yourself for the upcoming Mayor’s Marathon in Lubbock, it is important to … Read More
Fueling Your Run!
With the Lubbock Mayors Marathon a short 3 months away it is very important to, first off REGESTER, and then make sure you are fueling your body properly in order to run your best! Nutrition for runners is very individualized, just as everyday nutrition, therefore there is no “golden rule” … Read More
Thank a Farmer!
If you enjoy fresh fruits, vegetables and legumes then this is the week for you! This week is national farm city week and there are several ways to celebrate this fresh week in Lubbock. National Farm City week is always the week before thanksgiving, which is the perfect time to … Read More
Trot, Eat, Sleep!
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays because it is filled with smiles, laughter, family, and most of all, the delicious food! If your thanksgiving is anything like mine, you always seem to end the day with what seems like more food than what you started with, a stuffed belly … Read More
The Unhealthy Haunting Halloween
Happy Monday! I am excited to start a new Monday blog post every week for all of you Healthy Lubbock followers. These blogs will consist of a variety of healthy, easy to follow tips and fun local activities. With the Fall weather coming in strong and Halloween approaching, the lovely, … Read More