Thanksgiving has always been my most favorite holiday. I love that Thanksgiving is all about family, friends and food and has nothing to do with presents or religion. In fact there are so many more reasons to appreciate Thanksgiving. Here are my top 5 things I love about Thanksgiving. 5 Things I love about Thanksgiving Family We host our family Thanksgiving each year at our home. I really get into the table scapes and candles and the whole thing. It's especially meaningful to have our … [Read more...]
Running Thoughts on a DNS (Did Not Show)
The dreaded DNS is like the F word(s) for runners. No runner wants to ever have to take a DNS -"Did not show" for a race that they have trained for. Realistically, it's bound to happen to all of us. Running can take a toll on a body and we all get injured at some point in our "running careers". Still, when it does happen you, it can feel like the rug is just pulled out from under you. Running thoughts on a DNS We all have bumps in the road and highs and lows with our recreational running. … [Read more...]
Roasted Cabbage Steaks with Panko Crunchies Meatless Monday
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. This time of the year, I like to offer up some simple sides that are a great addition to Thanksgiving or any holiday dinner. In fact, they are easy enough for any night of the week. Cabbage is having a bit of moment of popularity again and has, in my opinion been over looked. Today I am sharing my simple Roasted Cabbage Steaks with Panko Crunchies. Roasted Cabbage Steaks with Panko Crunchies I have always enjoyed cabbage and found … [Read more...]
Weekly Run Down Walking into November
Thanks for joining Kim and me for the Weekly Run Down this week. I am unfortunately still experiencing some hip and Psoas pain that is preventing me from running. Don't worry, I am not taking this lying down and I am doing everything I can to keep moving. Here's how my week went down with lots of walking into November. Walking into November Monday- 30 min Peloton + 60 minute strength training Cycling doesn't seem to make my pain feel any worse, so as long as I don't stand up I am peddling … [Read more...]
Tips To Keep Running Through Holiday Travel
The Holiday Season can be stressful enough as it is without having to worry about how and when you will be able to get your runs in. After spending the last few weekends traveling, I've learned a few things about staying on track while traveling. Let me tell you how to take the worry out of keeping up your running through holiday travel. Tips To Keep Running Through Holiday Travel Find a local race Small towns, big cities almost everyone has a turkey trot or holiday race. Jumping into a … [Read more...]
Rock Your Sol Yoga Retreat
I had the opportunity to spend last weekend at the Rock Your Sol Yoga Retreat in Rock Hall, Maryland. My friends and I heard about this 2 day yoga retreat experience and thought it would be a fabulous girls weekend getaway. We were right! Rock Your Sol Yoga Retreat The Rock Your Sol yoga retreat was sponsored by Angela from Sol Yoga studio out of the Philadelphia area. With the activities beginning on Friday afternoon, we headed out to Rock Hall, Maryland. After our 2 hour drive from the … [Read more...]
5 Ingredient, One Pan Vegan Jambalaya
This post is sponsored by Carolina® Rice. All opinions and recipes are my own. Thanks for joining us for Meatless Monday today. Now that the temps have finally dropped, I am craving all the warm, cozy fall foods. With the holiday season approaching, I am also looking for quick and healthy meals that the whole family will enjoy. This 5 Ingredient, One Pan Vegan Jambalaya hits the mark. 5 Ingredient, One Pan Vegan Jambalaya There is a reason that rice is the foundation of so many cultures. … [Read more...]
Weekly Run Down Goodbye October
Thanks for joining Kim and me for the Weekly Run Down this week. Goodbye October! Well, remember that sore hip area I mentioned last week? Yup that is hanging around much longer than expected. After feeling so good for all of October, I was not able to run at all this past week. Nope not at all! I managed to keep pretty busy though. Here's how my week went down. Weekly Run Down Goodbye October Monday- 20 minute Peloton and 60 minute strength trainingHip was pretty sore but I was able to do a … [Read more...]
November Ultimate Coffee Date
Thanks for joining Coco and me for the Ultimate Coffee Date today. These are always some of my favorite posts to read and to write. I have lots to tell you today. Grab you mug and join me to catch up. If we were having coffee, I would tell you...Today starts my kick off of my month of birthday celebrations. While my big 5-0 is not for 2 more weeks, I decided that a big birthday milestone deserved to be celebrated more than once. I mean any excuse for lots of cake and champagne. Don't you … [Read more...]
Happy and Healthy Halloween Workout and Tips
Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays to celebrate and participate in. Even though my little princess and super hero are grown up, I love to get into the holiday fun. I still enjoy dressing up and using the day (week) to enjoy some treats. I have a fun Halloween workout to keep you moving in between answering your door to trick or treaters. Happy and Healthy Halloween Workout If you are anything like me, those cute little mini Halloween candies start calling … [Read more...]
Tuscan Tomato Tortellini Soup Meatless Monday
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. These crisp, cool fall days are having me craving all the warm cozy foods. I do love soup season! Last week was our Soup Club Swap and this Tuscan Tomato Tortellini Soup was a big hit. I think it's one of my new favorites as well. It is a quick and easy one too! Tuscan Tomato Tortellini Soup My Tuscan Tomato Tortellini Soup is one of those meals that you can easily throw together on a busy weeknight. While some soups require lots … [Read more...]
Weekly Run Down Getting into the Groove
Thanks for joining Kim and me for the Weekly Run Down today. Before I get into my week, how about a round of applause for my cohost Kim who ran the Marine Corps Marathon this morning here in DC! For me, this week was about getting into the groove of running more again. I had a pretty good week here's my run down. Getting into the Groove Monday-30 min Peloton cycle + 60 min strength training Because I did my longer run yesterday, I took it a little lighter today than usual. Always feels … [Read more...]
