I frequently receive questions about how (of if) beef can be part of a healthy diet. Often times, beef is acquainted with cuts of yesteryear which carried more saturated fat. Thanks to advances in meat cutting to trim excess fat, cattle breeding and feeding, we see more lean beef today than we have in previous … Continue reading Can Beef Be Part of a Diet for Weight Loss and Heart Health?
How do I fuel my runs?
Over on my Facebook page, a friend asked about my strategy for fueling on my runs. While I don’t have it down to a science, I have found what works for me while running. Asking for fueling advice is like asking for recommendations on the best vehicle, the best travel credit card, or the best trails … Continue reading How do I fuel my runs?
Down is optional. Up is mandatory.
All good things must come to an end. At least that's what they say. It's been a difficult beginning to the year. No one tells you exactly how to handle unexpected unemployment. Though everyone does expect you to keep a positive front in public and on social media. I've been keeping myself busy and afloat … Continue reading Down is optional. Up is mandatory.
My first ultramarathon distance
Growth occurs when we push ourselves in many facets of life or work and I've been successful in doing that for the past few years. Facebook has a way of bringing things around with its On This Day feature and today it reminded me of previous milestones in my running career. Bring on the ultramarathon! In 2015, I … Continue reading My first ultramarathon distance
Stop prioritizing your schedule and start scheduling your priorities
It’s not that difficult to find an article these days about how Millennials work differently. We have a different sense of work-life balance, therefore, older generations may label us as lazy, unproductive, or distracted. Please, stop talking about us like we’re a disease. It’s true, in an age where my phone buzzes, email notifications pop … Continue reading Stop prioritizing your schedule and start scheduling your priorities
Christmas Wish List: Experiences Not Things
When family members requested my Christmas Wish List this past month, I had a very difficult time coming up with items. I've spent much of 2016 decluttering - scanning and shredding old paperwork, cleaning out the closets and donating unused items, and reducing the general amount of clutter around me. I also dedicated much of … Continue reading Christmas Wish List: Experiences Not Things
Team Beef at the 41st Marine Corps Marathon
Press Release from Northeast Beef Promotion Initiative following the 2017 Marine Corps Marathon. I am proud to have assisted NEBPI with weekend events and team promotion in return for their sponsorship to participate in the marathon. More details on my personal experiences during marathon weekend coming in a future post. Forty-two runners sponsored by the … Continue reading Team Beef at the 41st Marine Corps Marathon
Beef. It’s What’s for the Montana Running Ranchers’ Pre-Race Dinner
The following is a repost of a column by Nicole Ginley-Hidinger shared on the Ragnar Road Blog. The Montana Running Ranchers are very thankful for Ragnar featuring our team prior to the recent Ragnar Relay Hawaii. Be sure to read all my coverage of our relay team, the Montana Running Ranchers. Like what you see here? Sign … Continue reading Beef. It’s What’s for the Montana Running Ranchers’ Pre-Race Dinner
Montana Ranchers Complete 200-mile Relay in Hawaii
The following is a recap of the recent Ragnar Relay Hawaii, where I joined a team of runners from the ranching community to complete a 200(ish) mile relay around Hawaii's Big Island. This was an incredible experience, tough race, and exciting time to connect with participants from across the country. Be sure to read all … Continue reading Montana Ranchers Complete 200-mile Relay in Hawaii
Billie Jo Holzer | Montana Running Ranchers
Today we’ll continue with a series on the Montana Running Ranchers relay team. The team will be participating in the Ragnar 200-mile relay event in Hawaii, October 14-15, 2016. The team uses this event as an advocacy opportunity to share the message of beef in a healthy diet and Montana ranching with runners and athletes from across … Continue reading Billie Jo Holzer | Montana Running Ranchers