It’s been the wettest week in years here in Chicago. What are the chances it’d happen during spring break in a year when we’re not traveling? Sigh. Anyway, rainy or not, it’s time to curl up with a steaming cup of something and chat. I’m linking up with Coco and Deb for the Ultimate Coffee [Read More]
Runfessions: Spring Break Edition
It’s the last day of March and the first quarter of the year is just about finito. How was that for time flying? The last Friday of the month means something else as well: The Runfession Friday Linkup is open! If you’re just joining us, this is where we put it all out there so [Read More]
March Progress Report
Can you believe it’s almost time to wrap up another month? This week’s Tuesdays on the Run Linkup asks you to assign grades to the goals you set for yourself. Let’s get the party started: Running: A I made solid running progress this month. My mileage increased and so did the intensity, because I very [Read More]
Loving/Not Loving: Spring Break Edition
In typical Chicago fashion, we were all over the place this week. Before I get to the loving/not loving goodness, here’s how my workout week went. Not too shabby if I do say so myself: Monday: Rest Tuesday: Trail run 6 miles Wednesday: Swim 500yds, Bike 18 miles, Run 2 miles Thursday: Strength Friday: Trail run 9 [Read More]
5 Reasons to Run the Chicago Marathon
Sell us on your favorite local race. That’s the order from this week’s Tuesdays on the Run Linkup. Do you have a fave? A crown jewel race? Tell us what it is and why we should run it. Here in Chicago we’ve got no shortage of race options. Starting in spring and going all the [Read More]
Celebrating a Runaversary with Cinnamon Roll Protein Pancakes
Truth: Whenever I make pancakes or french toast, I sneak protein powder into the batter for a little nutritional punch and staying power. Always. The kids have no idea. I’m not sure they’d care one way or the other. They’re just grateful to get pancakes on a regular basis. I loved the flavor and aroma of [Read More]
5 Things I’m Looking Forward to This Spring
Happy St. Patrick’s Day party people! We finally made it to Friday and for that I am grateful. Because I’m not in a serious mood, there will be no serious post today. Just light frivolity. Here are some things I’m looking forward to this spring: You kind of need a garden for garden yoga now [Read More]
How to Get Your Health Goals Back on Track
The first quarter of the year is rapidly slipping away. Do you remember what your New Year’s resolutions and goals were? Are you making progress toward them? Are they long forgotten? If you need some help getting the motivation train back rolling on the tracks, I’ve got some tips for you. Basic changes you can [Read More]
Chicago-Area St. Patrick’s Day Races
This week’s Tuesdays on the Run is going green! We’re talking all things St. Patty’s day because….well why not? It’s fun, festive, fabulous and we need more of that in these parts as winter finally rears its snowy head. So tell us: Do you have a St. Patrick’s Day race you must run? Costume? Food [Read More]
Cracking the Code on the A’Hole Thyroid
It was a pretty good week. Thing 2 had a 3-day school week, parent-teacher conferences are done for the year (whaaat?), I survived and enjoyed a fancy schmancy party related to the Caveman’s work, and most importantly, I finally got in to see the super special endocrinology wizard. If you’re just joining us, I’ve been [Read More]
