Summer vacations are certainly a time to unplug, relax and spend quality time with friends and family. They are definitely a time to treat yourself perhaps by sleeping in, enjoying some of your favorite foods and stepping away from your daily routine a bit. But not too much. Here's why you should always workout on vacation. Why You Should Always Workout On Vacation Fight back against jet lag Working out on vacation helps ease jet lag and helps to adjust to new time zones. Getting outside … [Read more...]
Chicago Rock N Roll Weekend Adventures
I am still smiling thinking about all of the fun I had last weekend in Chicago. It's going to be tough to recap all the Chicago Rock N Roll Weekend Adventures in one post but here it goes. Chicago Rock N Roll Weekend Adventures I cannot remember who originally suggested that we all meet up in Chicago to run the Rock N Roll Weekend of races. Knowing I had to avoid another serious case of FOMO (fear of missing out), I quickly jumped on board. After completing over packing (because who … [Read more...]
How To Plan and Pack For an Epic Racecation
Did someone say Racecation? One of the most fun parts of running races is having the opportunity to run them while on vacation and thus the "Racecation" was created. Races can be stressful without the added variable of travel. So, how does one plan and pack for an epic Racecation? How to plan and pack for an epic Racecation "Racecation...All I ever wanted...Racecation...Had to get away..." Hope the GoGo's forgive me for that one. Logistics In the "notes" section of my phone, I add all of … [Read more...]
Weekly Wrap Italy Eats and Escapades
Jumping in for very jet lagged and quick Weekly Wrap. In case you missed my photos this week, I spent the last few days eating, biking and exploring Northern Italy with my extended family. Thought I would share my Italy Eats and Escapades with you. I had very little formal exercise this week. I pretty knew in advance that we had tours and plans each day and I would not have time to run, workout or stay on my regular schedule. I also ate a ton of pasta and gelato. Usually, this stresses me out … [Read more...]
Hip Hop Hot Yoga? Namaste yes!
One of my favorite things to do while traveling is checking out local fitness studios and stay on top of trends. I had a quick 36 hour trip to NYC last weekend for my niece's birthday and thought that the perfect time to pop into a new class. Hip Hop Hot Yoga? Namaste yes! Hip Hop Hot Yoga? Namaste Yes! As I have mentioned recently, I am kind of obsessed with yoga at the moment. I recently wrote about why I think it's so important for runners to incorporate it into their routines. "Y7" … [Read more...]
A Peek Into My Holiday Travel Bag
We made it through to the end of the month (almost)! I am ready to rest and relax with my family for a week away at the beach. We are heading off to Aruba tomorrow for some fun in the sun together. I am frantically running around getting things packed today and thought it would be fun to get a Peek Into My Holiday Travel Bag. A Peek Into My Holiday Travel Bag I snagged this cute coral bag on a huge sale a few years back and it's become my go to travel bag. It fits all my necessities and … [Read more...]
Eat, Play, Run San Francisco
After a whirlwind, jam packed few days in San Francisco, I am back to share another segment of my Eat, Play, Run series. After my Ragnar Napa race was canceled due to the fires, my husband and I decided to head out to California and have a mini vacation together. I was determined to pack as much fun as possible into our Eat, Play, Run San Francisco adventure. Eat, Play, Run San Francisco Eat Who knew there was so much great food in San Francisco? Between the sourdough bread, the coffee, … [Read more...]
Eat, Play, Run Philly Style
After last weekend's quick but jam packed weekend in Philly, I am back with another episode of my Eat, Play, Run chronicles. I am not used to all of this back to back travel and it definitely requires discipline and organization to try to stay on track with my running plan. I knew in advance there would be weather challenges to navigate and food choices to make. Here's a quick recap of Eat, Play, Run Philly Style. Eat, Play, Run Philly Style Eat We hit a lot of traffic Friday afternoon … [Read more...]
Eat, Play, Run Southern Style
I realized that I will be in eating, playing and running in 3 different cities over a 3 week period, so I thought it would be fun to do a 3 part series of my adventures. This past weekend I tagged along with the hubs for a work event in Greensboro, Georgia (outside of Atlanta). I had never been to that area and was excited to Eat, Play, Run Southern Style. Also, I would never pass up a chance to spend the weekend at a Ritz Carlton alone with my husband. Eat, Play, Run Southern Style We flew … [Read more...]
STELLAr Week At The Ranch & Balega Giveaway
Happy Friday! In case you missed my numerous social media posts this week, I was lucky enough to be treated by my mom to a fabulous few days at Canyon Ranch in The Berkshires. We arrived for our stay right as storm Stella was about to hit. Hey if you have to be snowed in somewhere this is the place to be. My mom, my daughter and I arrived on Sunday evening for our second annual visit. Canyon Ranch is healthy lifestyle resort with an emphasis on fitness and nutrition. They offer tons of … [Read more...]
Guess Who’s Running For President? It’s Obvious!
Guess who's "running" for president? No it's not me but maybe I should! Well it's obvious isn't it? Captain Obvious to be exact. Yup he's actually "running" across America in the hopes of being elected the next President of The United States. #ObviousPresident Here is his announcement. No matter what side you are on, this has been one crazy "race" so far. It's fun to take a step back and look on the lighter side. Captain Obvious thought it was time to lace up his running shoes … [Read more...]
Ultimate Coffee Date-July 4th Edition
Wow what a month June was! I don't even know where to start. So glad that you are here for our monthly Ultimate Coffee Date link up with Coco and Lynda. Pull up a chair and your favorite mug and lets catch up. If we were having coffee, I would tell you...Happy 4th of July! Today is a great day to remember how amazing our country really is. If we were having coffee, I would tell you...June was such a blur! We started with my daughter's High School graduation which was an emotional roller … [Read more...]
