Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I am so excited to share this fun recipe with you today. With fall slowly rolling in, the Jewish holidays approaching and my love of ramen, this Matzo Ball Ramen Soup came about. It is a fun twist on a classic Jewish holiday favorite. Not sure my grandma would approve! I am hoping you do though, because it's too delicious not to share. A fun blending of different cultures!Matzo Ball Ramen Noodle Soup Since traditional matzo ball … [Read more...]
Weekly Run Down Is That You Fall?
Thanks for joining Kim and me for the Weekly Run Down this week. We are loving the great participation each week and look forward to reading all of our fit friends blogs each week. From 5K's to Marathon training, you all are pretty inspirational each week. This week, we are getting a tease of fall around here and I could not be happier. Is that you fall?Is That you fall? Monday- 20min Peloton cycle + 60 min strength training Feeling a little leg tired from the Tri race yesterday. Did a … [Read more...]
The easiest and most efficient way to clean a yoga mat
As I was lying in Savasana last week, I could not help but think about how much dirt and how many germs there must be on my mat. Yup not so namaste. Not to worry though, I found the easiest and most efficient way to clean a yoga mat and I had to share it with you.Easiest and most efficient way to clean a yoga mat So sure, I wipe my mat down with a disinfectant wipe after class and sometimes I even give it a secondary wipe at home. Even the cleanest yoga studio cannot possibly have time … [Read more...]
Stand Up Paddle Board Triathlon Race Recap
Last Sunday, I participated in a unique and perhaps, first of its kind triathlon. This threesome included a 5K run, a 7 mile spin bike ride and a 1 mile Stand Up Paddle (SUP) leg. I was immediately drawn to this as an opportunity to "tri" something new. Over the years, I have completed a number of traditional tri races and jumped at the new challenge.Stand Up Paddle Board Triathlon Race Day Recap This inaugural SUP triathlon was held in Reston, Virginia as a fund raiser for Core … [Read more...]
Oatmeal Pumpkin Trail Mix Muffins
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. So I did something I swore I would never do! I baked something with pumpkin it before October. I just couldn't help it because these Oatmeal Pumpkin Trail Mix Muffins are too delicious not to share with you all asap.Oatmeal Pumpkin Trail Mix Muffins Instead of white flour, I ground up some oatmeal and flax as the base. These Oatmeal Pumpkin Trail Mix Muffins are naturally gluten free. About that trail mix? I love to make my own … [Read more...]
Weekly Run Down It’s Tri Week
Thanks for joining Kim and me for the Weekly Run Down this week. We are really loving all of the fantastic participation we are seeing each week for this link up. My stand up paddle board triathlon date kind of snuck up on me. But here it is Tri Week. It's been over a year since I've done a traditional triathlon. I've never done a stand up paddle board race at all. But here we come!Weekly Run Down It's Tri Week Monday- 30 min Peloton + 5 minute treadmill run + 60 min strength … [Read more...]
Fast Friday- Brittany Runs a Marathon Movie Review
Earlier this week, the run squad and I met up for a matinee showing of Brittany Runs A Marathon. I mean, how could we not go check out this female lead running movie? Without giving away too much of the movie, I will share a quick Fast Friday review.Brittany Runs A Marathon We first meet Brittany (Jillian Bell) as a self deprecating, funny and over weight millennial living in New York City. Kind of a "hot mess" of a woman. She kind of reminds me of a young Amy Schumer character. Based on … [Read more...]
Step Into A September Reset
I am not a New Year's Resolution girl. The holiday season is so hectic and exhausting. To me, January just does not feel like the right time to make changes. However, after the carefree and relaxed days of summer, fall feels like the perfect time to Step into a September Reset. This post is sponsored by adidas. All opinions and ideas are my own. Step Into A September Reset Kids are back in school, schedules are a little more regular, and the temps are starting to drop. As … [Read more...]
Roasted Zucchini Baba Ganoush With Everything Bagel Spiced Pita Chips
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Baba Ganoush, the creamy Mediterranean eggplant dip, has long been a favorite of mine. With the abundance of zucchini this time of the year, I put a little twist on the classic and integrated some roasted zucchini in. This bowl of yum is perfect for appetizers or a healthy afternoon snack. Of course you can dip fresh veggies in or pair it with my homemade Everything Bagel Spiced Pita Chips for a an even yummier treat.Roasted … [Read more...]
Weekly Run Down Hello September
Thanks for joining Kim and me for the Weekly Run Down today. Well Hello September and the start to my favorite season of the year. Fall is on it's way! With the end of our California trip and a couple of travel days, my workouts were a little off this week. Weekly Run Down Hello SeptemberMonday- Hollywood Hills hike 2.8 miles With only one full day in LA, I was determined to get some exercise in and see the the famous Hollywood sign. Hubs and I took a hike in Griffith Park searching for … [Read more...]
The September Ultimate Coffee Date
Thanks for joining Coco and me for the September Ultimate Coffee Date today. These are always some of my favorite posts to read and to write. Who doesn't love a coffee date with friends? Let's make mine a large today, I am dragging this week.September Ultimate Coffee DateIf we are having coffee, I would tell you: I wish there was a such a thing as a "pillow concierge". Let me explain. I have been on the search for the perfect pillow and I cannot find it. They are either too soft or … [Read more...]
How A One Mile Treadmill Run Can Improve Your Running
Excerpts from this post first appeared on Women's Running. This is an encore post that I recently updated. Yup, you read that right! A one mile treadmill run can improve your running without the wear and tear of the road. I typically run outside 3 days per week and do strength training or cross training on the alternate days. For the past few months, I’ve been religiously running one mile on my treadmill on my non-running days. My one mile treadmill run has become an integral part of my … [Read more...]
