I have sure had one of those weeks! You know what I mean, your schedule gets all bolluxed up which stresses you out. The phone notifications keep coming and they are hard to keep up with. I over committed myself to a few events and my husband has been away all week. Ahh that felt good to get off of my chest. Anyway, today I am appreciating the little things that make me smile. Appreciating the little things that make me smile Enjoying coffee outside on the deck On one of those where it … [Read more...]
4 Weeks To A Sprint Triathlon
So, I woke up a few weeks ago and realized that the Sprint Triathlon I had signed up for many months ago was in 4 weeks. Oops! In an ideal world, I would have started training back in February but life kind of got in the way this year. I also put all of my efforts into training for Cherry Blossom. So what did I do? Completely freak out I devised a down and dirty, basic 4 Weeks To A Sprint Triathlon plan. 4 Weeks To A Sprint Triathlon I will preface this by saying that I am not a … [Read more...]
Smashed Pea and White Bean Toast ~ Breakfast update
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Let me just say that I love avocado toast! I love it so much that I eat it a lot and well, I dare say I am getting a little bored of it. Being that it is spring, I thought it was time for a little breakfast update. Peas just scream spring don't they? I loved the idea of combining peas and white beans and I hope you enjoy this breakfast update of Smashed Pea and White Bean Toast. Smashed Pea and White Bean Toast Not only is … [Read more...]
Weekly Wrap It’s finally Spring!
Joining in for another Weekly Wrap with Wendy and Hoho. Love these weekly workout recaps as a way to stay accountable, keep a fantastic exercise log and connect with like minded fitness friends. After weeks of doubt, and with a little fear that I may jinx it, I think it's fair to say that spring finally arrived. Weekly Wrap It's finally spring Monday-easy 20 min indoor bike + upper body strength training I felt surprisingly good after Sunday's Cherry Blossom 10 miler. Did some easy indoor … [Read more...]
CryoTherapy First Impressions
You all know I am up for trying just about anything! So, when I was offered the chance to experience a CryoTherapy session this week, I jumped at the chance. I know CryoTherapy has become quite "cool" amongst professional athletes and I was curious to see what it was all about. I was offered a free session at AlphaCryo in exchange for a fair review. CryoTherapy First Impressions I tried CryoTherapy for the first time this week. I'm giving you a brief snapshot into the treatment as well as … [Read more...]
Cherry Blossom 10 Miler Race Weekend
The Cherry Blossom 10 miler has long been considered a bucket list race and a rite of spring for local runners. It was my first ever 10 miler 10 years ago and this year was my 7th time running it. How excited was I when I was chosen to be one of the race ambassadors for this year's race? Cherry Blossom 10 Miler Weekend Ambassador duties and perks Since the Cherry Blossom 10 miler is a lottery only race of 16,000 runners, my ambassador duties revolved around generating excitement around … [Read more...]
Easy Muffin Pan Huevos Rancheros Meatless Monday
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I know we are still a few weeks away from Cinco De Mayo but seriously I could eat Mexican inspired foods all the time. Oh wait, I do eat Mexican inspired foods all the time. I took one of my favorite protein packed meals and turned it into an easy any day of the week treat. These Easy Muffin Pan Huevos Rancheros are seriously delish. I am excited to share them with you today. Easy Muffin Pan Huevos Rancheros I love a tasty, cheesy, … [Read more...]
April Ultimate Coffee Date Cherry Blossom Edition
Thanks for joining Coco and me for the April Ultimate Coffee Date today. These are some of my favorite posts to read and write. I love the idea of having one big, huge coffee date where we would all have the chance to meet and catch up. This is the next best thing. Pull out your mugs and join me for this very busy April Ultimate Coffee Date. April Ultimate Coffee Date Cherry Blossom Edition Flake News! If we were having coffee today, I would tell you....The whole city was in a panic … [Read more...]
Easy Steps To A Race Day Flat Mama
Happy Friday friends! In my running group, Friday is Flat Mama day! What's a flat mama? It is a photo of the race day outfit you will be wearing that weekend. These have become increasingly popular among runners and all over insta of course. More than just showing off your cute outfit, Flat Mamas are a way to make sure you have everything you need for race day. Easy Steps To A Race Day Flat Mama Check the weather Undoubtedly the most frustrating part of the flat mama! Ours seems to … [Read more...]
How To Ramp Up For Spring Races Without Getting Injured
As the snow melts and the temps are warm up a bit, this is the time when many runners are intensifying their training in order to get into peak condition for spring and summer races. Finding the right balance between more intense training and injury prevention is not always an easy task. Offering up my best tips on how to Ramp Up For Spring Races Without Getting Injured. This post is sponsored by BODYARMOR Sports Drink and all opinions are my own. How To Ramp Up For Spring Races Without … [Read more...]
Roasted Chermoula Eggplant with Farro and Spiced Chick Peas
Thanks for joining me and Sarah for Meatless Monday today. Hope everyone had a lovely Passover and Easter weekend with friends and family. I feel very lucky to have both my kids home with us this past week. My daughter has been studying in Tel Aviv this semester and her visit home inspired us to make an Israeli themed dinner. This Roasted Chermoula Eggplant with Farro and Spiced Chick Peas could not have been more delicious. I am so excited to share the recipe with you. Roasted Chermoula … [Read more...]
Weekly Wrap A wrench in my plans
This week just completely few by! With both of my kids home with us this week, we have been busy! In a good way. I have absolutely loved having them both home. I was also 2 weeks (now one week) out from the Cherry Blossom Ten Miler. I was planning on having a much more intense week than I did training wise. Unfortunately, this week through a little wrench in my plans. A Wrench In My Plans Last Saturday, I bent over to pick something up the wrong way and tweaked my back. Ugh so stupid and … [Read more...]
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