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...]
Sheet Pan Sweet and Spicy Tofu with Vegetables
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Happy Labor Day and Happy National Tofu Day! This is an "encore" post of one of my favorite tofu dishes. This Sheet Pan Sweet and Spicy Tofu with Vegetables comes together in just minutes. Full of flavor and fresh veggies it's perfect for a busy school night.Sheet Pan Sweet and Spicy Tofu with Vegetables Over the years, a few of you have commented that you are intimidated to make tofu. I am here to tell you not to fear the tofu! … [Read more...]
Weekly Run Down Wine Country Getaway
Thanks for joining Kim and me for the Weekly Run Down. Took advantage of my empty nesting situation and joined my husband for a few days in California. We spent a few days eating and drinking ourselves happy in the Wine Country of Napa Valley with some friends.Wine Country Getaway Monday- 30 min interval Peloton class + 90 min kick boxing/strength training + 2 mile walk Knowing I was going to have some long travel days this week, I was determined to hit it hard this Monday. See what I … [Read more...]
August Runfessions Time To Go Summer
It's the last Friday of the month so that means one thing. It's time for the August Runfessions with Marcia. It's time to go summer! A monthly post to bear all things running or anything else we need to get off of our chests. Let's get right to it shall we?August Runfessions Time To Go Summer I Runfess...I have probably run the fewest miles this summer of any that I can remember and I am okay with that. I complained about the heat and humidity enough so that you all know that already. … [Read more...]
Next Level Dinner Hacks For Frozen Meals
This post is sponsored by Babbleboxx on behalf of Conagra Brands. All opinions and thoughts are my own. Sure it would be great if we all had time to whip up homemade meals every night of the week. Let's keep it real. We all have those crazy, hectic running around days when we just don't have time to buy and prepare homemade meals. Enter frozen meals. I am going to show you how create Next Level Dinner Hacks For Frozen Meals. Read on for my tips!Next Level Dinner Hacks For Frozen … [Read more...]
Southwestern Wedge Salad with Buttermilk Dill Dressing Meatless Monday
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I could not let summer slip away without one more salad recipe for you. While traveling in Indiana last week, I had a salad similar to this Southwestern Wedge Salad with Buttermilk Dill Dressing that was so good I just had to recreate it. Here's my not so traditional take on a wedge salad.Southwestern Wedge Salad with Buttermilk Dill Dressing Iceberg lettuce often gets a bad rap! Admittedly, it has been years since I have had … [Read more...]
Weekly Run Down Back to School Edition
Thanks for joining Kim and me for the Weekly Run Down today. This week was a busy one with travel and taking my son back to school in Indiana. It was a little lighter on the workouts as well.Weekly Run Down Back To School Monday- 30 min Peloton + 60 min strength training + 2 mile power walk Knowing I would be traveling this week, I made sure to hit it hard Monday. We had another heat wave this week but that did not stop us from getting in a nice 2 mile power walk. We have been planning … [Read more...]
Mix Up Summer Running with Bike Run Bricks
No doubt about it-summer running is challenging to say the least. For many, it's a time to have a more relaxed training schedule before diving into fall racing season. A great way to mix up summer running is to add some "fun" bike run bricks. Even if you are not training for triathlons, run bike combo are fabulous training opportunities.Mix up your summer running with bike run bricks [Tweet "Ready to give this Brick workout a #Tri ? #SummerRunning #BikeRunFun"]What is a "brick" … [Read more...]
Easy Black Bean & Sweet Potato Quesadillas Healthy Swaps
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ChooseMazola #CollectiveBias Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. September is National Cholesterol Awareness month and the perfect time to make a few easy healthy swaps in your diet. These Easy Black Bean & Sweet Potato Quesadillas are a yummy place to start. A clinical study showed Mazola® Corn Oil reduces cholesterol 2x more than extra virgin olive oil. To learn … [Read more...]
Smashed Chick Pea Summer Sandwich
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Summer is just flying by isn't it? Who else is enjoying all of the wonderful and delicious produce that summer has to offer? I am definitely more of a cold lunch person when the temps are high. I do love all of my veggie packed salads but this week I was craving a sandwich. After rummaging through my fridge, I came up with this Smashed Chick Pea Summer Sandwich. I had to share it with you ASAP because it's that good.Smashed Chick … [Read more...]
Weekly Run Down Appreciating the little things and a full nest
Thanks for joining Kim and me for the weekly run down. This week, my heart is full and so is my nest. My daughter has been living back with us since she graduated and is now working right near the house. My son was away at his old overnight camp as a counselor all summer. He finally came back for this week before he heads off to school again on Tuesday. I am appreciating the little things this week.Weekly Run Down The little things Monday- 30 min HIIT Peloton class +60 min strength … [Read more...]
