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November Ultimate Coffee Date

11/01/2019 by Deborah Brooks

December 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...]

Filed Under: Ultimate Coffee Date Tagged With: coffee, November, Ultimate Coffee date, yoga retreat birthdays

Happy and Healthy Halloween Workout and Tips

10/30/2019 by Deborah Brooks

happy and healthy Halloween 2019 workout

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...]

Filed Under: Healthy living, workouts Tagged With: halloween, healthy, workout

Tuscan Tomato Tortellini Soup Meatless Monday

10/28/2019 by Deborah Brooks

7 healthy vegetarian soups| Tuscan tomato tortellini soup Pinterest

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...]

Filed Under: Main Dishes-Vegetarian, Meatless Monday, Recipes, Soups Tagged With: meatless Monday, soup, tortellini

Weekly Run Down Getting into the Groove

10/27/2019 by Deborah Brooks

weekly Run holiday spirit

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...]

Filed Under: Weekly Run Down Tagged With: friends, running, Weekly Run Down

October Runfessions

10/25/2019 by Deborah Brooks

October Runfessions

It's the last Friday of the month and that means one thing. It's time for some October Runfessions. Jump in and bare your soul (and soles) with all that is on your mind. Let's get to it! October Runfessions I Runfess- As much as I hated running all summer and even thought about throwing in the towel, I am so glad I stuck it out. So far, fall temps have been a game changer for me. I have found my running mojo again and I am quickly finding my endurance. I am actually looking forward to my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Healthy living, Running Tagged With: life, October Runfessions, running

5 Reasons To Cheer On A Marathoner- Guest Post

10/23/2019 by Deborah Brooks

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...]

Filed Under: Running Tagged With: cheering, marathon, spectating

Cranberry Butternut Squash Bundt Cake Meatless Monday

10/21/2019 by Deborah Brooks

cranberry butternut squash bundt cake

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...]

Filed Under: Desserts, Meatless Monday, Recipes Tagged With: Butternut Squash, Cranberry, dessert, holiday, meatless Monday, Thanksgiving

Weekly Run Down Fall Running Is Finally Here To Stay

10/20/2019 by Deborah Brooks

weekly Run holiday spirit

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...]

Filed Under: Weekly Run Down Tagged With: fall running, running, Weekly Run Down

Eat Seasonally Meatless Fall Recipes To Make Now

10/18/2019 by Deborah Brooks

meatless fall recipes

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...]

Filed Under: Healthy living, Meatless Monday, Recipes Tagged With: Fall, foods, recipes, seasonal eating, vegetarian

My Favorite Washington DC Monument Running Route

10/16/2019 by Deborah Brooks

Washington DC monument Run

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...]

Filed Under: Running, Travel Tagged With: Monuments, running, running routes, Washington DC

Tex Mex Mac n’ Cheese Meatless Monday

10/14/2019 by Deborah Brooks

Tex Mex Mac N' Cheese

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...]

Filed Under: Main Dishes-Vegetarian, Meatless Monday, Recipes Tagged With: dinner, Mac N Cheese, meatless Monday, Taco Tuesday, Tex Mex

Weekly Run Down Peloton Milestones and Moments

10/13/2019 by Deborah Brooks

weekly Run holiday spirit

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...]

Filed Under: Weekly Run Down Tagged With: milestones, Peloton

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Successfully raising a husband & 2 teens in the VA/DC area. I am a lover of all things running & fitness. As a life long vegetarian, I’ve always been passionate about healthy living & exercise. Looking for partners in crime, I started my own chapter of Moms Run This Town (MRTT) which has grown to over 700 members. I’ve met so many amazing women who inspire me daily to keep moving forward. You can usually find me running with my crew and training for the next crazy adventure they talked me into.
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Hi, I’m Deborah

Hi I'm Deborah! I spend my days successfully raising a husband & 2 teens in the VA/DC area. I am a lover of all things running & fitness. As a life long vegetarian, I've always been passionate about healthy living & exercise. Looking for partners in crime, I started my own chapter of Moms Run This Town (MRTT) which has grown to over 700 members. I've met so many amazing women who inspire me daily to keep moving forward. You can usually find me running with my crew and training for the next crazy adventure they talked me into. Read More…

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Tips to Make Your Holiday Pot Luck A Success

Tis the season for holiday parties and gatherings. Whether you are hosting or attending a Holiday Pot Luck this season, I’ve got some tips to make your gathering a sweet success. Tips To Make Your Holiday Pot Luck A Success Follow these simple tricks and tips and your holiday pot luck will go off without […]

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Run with Santa 5K- An injured runner’s recap

As most of my regular readers are aware, I’ve been working hard to come back from my hamstring/hip injury. The holiday season is one of my favorite times to race. I love the costumes, the festive atmosphere, the families that come out and run together. I was not about to let my injury ruin all […]

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