With the Marine Core Marathon festivities coming to the Washington, DC this weekend, it seemed apropos to write something about spectating at a big race. My friend, Coco, offered to do a guest post for me today on 5 Reasons to Cheer on a Marathon. It is fun to be on the other side of the pavement sometimes to get a whole other perspective. Take it away Coco.5 Reasons to Cheer on A Marathon 1. Guilt. The main reason I committed to joining my Moms Run This Town group’s Marine Corps Marathon … [Read more...]
Cranberry Butternut Squash Bundt Cake Meatless Monday
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I start looking for fun and different Thanksgiving and holiday ideas as soon as I feel the first chill in the air. I saw a butternut squash cake on Kitchen Stories and decided to put my own spin on it. That's how this Cranberry Butternut Squash Bundt Cake came about.Cranberry Butternut Squash Bundt Cake When you think of bundt cake, you don't normally think butternut squash. But don't let that deter you from stepping out of your … [Read more...]
Weekly Run Down Fall Running Is Finally Here To Stay
Thanks for joining Kim and me for The Weekly Run Down today. I really look forward to reading and writing these posts each week. It's fun to take a peek into everyone's week of workouts. I had a pretty good week all around mostly because fall running is finally here to stay.Fall Running is Finally Here To Stay Monday- 40 min Peloton cycle + 60 min Strength Training Hitting it hard this Monday with a sweaty start.[Tweet "Catch up with all of your favorite #Running and #Fitness … [Read more...]
Eat Seasonally Meatless Fall Recipes To Make Now
One of the many things I love about fall are the yummy vegetables that are in season. Eating seasonally can help you save money and also elevate your meals to the next level. I am sharing a few of my all time favorite Meatless Fall Recipes To Make Now. Apples, Pomegranates, Pears, Sweet Potato, Eggplant, Kale and Squash are just a few of the autumn produce options to try.Fall Recipes To Make Now Seasonal Breakfast Recipes Whether you are a PSl lover or not, pumpkin can be a delicious … [Read more...]
My Favorite Washington DC Monument Running Route
Admittedly, as someone who lives just a few miles outside of city, I rarely go into town to run. Traffic, logistics, time commitment all keep me from enjoying the beauty of Washington DC as often as I could and should. Every time I do run there, I am always blown away by it's beauty and majesty. I am sharing my favorite Washington DC Monument Running Route along with the best photos spots of course.Washington DC Monument Run Route This is a 7 mile run that can easily be shortened to a 5 … [Read more...]
Tex Mex Mac n’ Cheese Meatless Monday
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Mac n' Cheese is one of my all time cold weather comfort foods. I mean, who doesn't love a little pasta all smothered with a cheesy goodness? I took my classic Mac n' Cheese and gave it a little Tex Mex upgrade and oh my yum. This Tex Mex Mac N' Cheese is like Meatless Monday and Taco Tuesday melted together into one delicious bite.Tex Mex Mac N' Cheese This Tex Mex Mac N' Cheese may look complicated but it's actually quite simple … [Read more...]
Weekly Run Down Peloton Milestones and Moments
Thanks for joining Kim and me for the Weekly Run Down today. What a fun way to catch up with all of our favorite running and fitness bloggers. For me, this week was all about Peloton Milestones and Moments. Let's jump right in!Peloton Milestones and Moments Monday- 20 min Peloton + 15 min elliptical + 60 min elliptical A sweaty start to my Monday is just the way I like it! Got in a good cardio session before my strength training. Tuesday- 3.75 mile run + 30 min Peloton It's finally … [Read more...]
Fast Friday- Fall & Winter Race Plans
Happy Friday! Now that fall has finally arrived, I am feeling so much better about my running and running in general. So what's the first thing any runner does when they feel good? Sign up for all the races of course. I've finally figured out some of fall and winter race plans and I am ready to share them with you.Fall & Winter Race Plans Veteran's Day 10K- November 10th There is something that just takes my breath away about running the Veteran's Day 10K in DC. Walking to the start … [Read more...]
Love A Holiday Themed Race? Me too
Who loves a good holiday themed race? Hand waving over here! Dress up races bring out the fun side of running don't they? For me, It's heart warming to see more "non serious" runners and whole families decked out in matching outfits. Wearing a costume of some sort tends to take away some of the anxiety often associated with lining up at the start line. After all, running is supposed to be fun right?My Favorite Holiday Themed Races I had fun looking back at some of my favorite Holiday … [Read more...]
Easy Falafel Burgers Meatless Monday
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. This week, I am sharing my super easy and very delicious Falafel Burgers with you. Never had falafel? Now is as good a time as any to try it. This Middle Eastern foodie fave is created from mashed chick peas along with tons of fresh herbs and spices.Easy Falafel Burgers I am not sure I remember the first time I tried Falafel but, I am sure it was love at first bite. Made from mashed chick peas, fresh cilantro, parsley and a … [Read more...]
Weekly Run Down Hello October Let’s Do This
Thanks for joining Kim and me for the Weekly Run Down today. We are loving all of the support and encouragement that all of our friends are bringing each week. Well Hello October! Let's do this.Monday-55 min Peloton ride Today was a Jewish Holiday so my schedule was off. While I was not able to get in my usual strength training, I did mange to get in my Peloton rices before heading to synagogue. Tuesday- 3.75 mile run The calendar says Hello October but someone forgot to tell mother … [Read more...]
Join the October Ultimate Coffee Date
Thanks for joining Coco and me for the October Ultimate Coffee Date today. Is there anything better than a coffee date with friends? Grab a mug of your favorite brew and let's catch up.If we were having coffee, I would tell you...We just finished up our second week of the fall Girls on The Run season. This is my 12th season coaching. Every season I so look forward to seeing my girls again and watching them grow throughout the 3 months. I have the 6th grade girls again so they are young … [Read more...]
