I’m linking up with Miss Zippy today and doing a running year in review. It was the best of times: Crewed for Jill in the Leadville Silver Rush 50 miler and celebrated her podium finish. What could be better than seeing dear friends fulfill their dreams? Ran RnR Chi on Team REFUEL again. No Bachelor [Read More]
Archives for 2013
Peanut Butter Protein Buckeyes
Holiday Baking. When I was 30 pounds heavier I baked for the holidays like it was my job. I did more than my share of taste testing too. This year the plan is to bake minimally and give it away maximally. I made these Peanut Butter Protein Buckeyes last night with the kiddos. We have [Read More]
#OneSmallChange Link Up Week 10
Week 10! Seriously where is the time going? Our last-quarter challenge is winding down. Here’s how it’s gone for me so far: Keep kitchen counters clutter free Drink at least 64 oz water daily Do a 2 minute daily plank sequence Drink warm water with lemon every morning** Plan meals Get out for a 10-minute [Read More]
A Perfect Run and More Weekend Fun
It’s been cold pretty much everywhere. Getting out to run has been no picnic. I got out yesterday for 7 or 8. After being in the single digits, 19 degrees was a balmy treat. It was one of those runs that just felt right. No urge to stop in the first mile. No longing to [Read More]
Tips for Staying Fit Over the Holidays
Please welcome my guest, Certified Personal Trainer Judy Kuan from Wello Fitness, here to share some tips and tricks for staying on the fitness wagon during the holidays. During the holidays, life tends to get especially hectic and stressful. It can be hard to care for yourself as you put in extra work hours, plan [Read More]
G is For…
Groupon hell. I’ve had good groupons. Coffee discounts come to mind, compression socks, race discounts. But I always eyed the home improvement ones was just too much of a procrastinator to actually get one. I mean who wouldn’t want their windows washed or maid service or chimneys swept for $49? I may not have snagged [Read More]
Runners’ Holiday Gift Guide
A portion of this post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of Koss. How did everybody do with Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Still more gifts to buy? You’re in luck because I have a bunch of my favorites sure to please the active people on your list. Don’t forget to treat yourself too! [Read More]
November Recap and a Recipe
Miles Run: 62. This is fairly average for me this year without marathon training in the mix. A much-needed low pressure, run for fun kind of year. Miles Biked: 0. We had a cold snap and I fell out of the habit, what can I say? Strength/Plyo workouts: 2 weekly strength/core and 1 weekly plyo [Read More]
NYC, OSC and 3 winners
Before I get into this week’s One Small Change, I need to tell you (If you hadn’t heard me screaming this all over Facebook already) that I’m officially IN for New York City Marathon on 11/2. Phew! That was a long time coming! When I logged onto the site, I half expected there to be [Read More]
Diet-to-Go Giveaway
Whew! Happy Monday! Was that an epic Thanksgiving weekend or what? Our Thanksgiving leftovers are dwindling….probably a good thing…I may have monopolized the cheesecake a bit. There was also some shopping–not the frantic kind in the wee hours where people trample each other and behave worse than animals. Friday afternoon in the wake of the [Read More]
