Who loves tacos? And who hates that bloated and swollen feeling after a super salty Mexican meal? If you’re like me, you answered yes to both of these questions. Thankfully, I’ve figured out that if I make my own taco seasoning, versus using one that comes in a packet, I’m able to cut… Continue reading Low Sodium Turkey Tacos
OOFOS Sandals
If your feet ever feel tired or sore, I might have a solution for you. While I was in San Diego for the Rock n’ Roll Marathon, my husband and I did one of our favorite things to do the day before race day. We walked around the race expo. Anyone who has been… Continue reading OOFOS Sandals
Open Water Swim
This weekend I did my first open water swim. This involved a few things dramatically out of my comfort zone, including renting a wetsuit, getting into a wetsuit (that act alone got my heart rate up!), and getting into the lake. I live in Sacramento, California, so I am lucky to have a few… Continue reading Open Water Swim
Remembering Laps While Swimming
Remembering laps while swimming has presented some interesting challenges. Beyond the basics, like trying to get my swim cap and goggles to stay on, I struggle to remember what lap I’m on during a long swim. I know it sounds funny, but I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one with this issue. Say you’ve… Continue reading Remembering Laps While Swimming
Shrimp, Eggplant, and Quinoa
It’s heating up here in Sacramento. That means longer days and hotter temps. It also means the farmers’ markets are filled with veggies and summer fruit. And while I love filling my basket with fresh produce and other treats, I have to get a little more creative about how I’m going to cook them before they go… Continue reading Shrimp, Eggplant, and Quinoa
free bike services Sacramento | Sacramento Bike Kitchen
In the few short weeks since I started triathlon training, I have learned so much. A lot of that has come on the bike. One lesson, bikes, and bike maintenance, can be costly, but the free bike services Sacramento has to offer are a huge help. I’m not new to the bike, in fact, I… Continue reading free bike services Sacramento | Sacramento Bike Kitchen
Overcoming Procrastination on doctoral thesis
Last week my husband defended his doctoral dissertation at USC. To me, that just sounds smart and impressive. And I’m honestly not bragging when I say it really is. For the past couple of months, he has spent endless hours on his dissertation, which is a huge research paper you have to complete… Continue reading Overcoming Procrastination on doctoral thesis
MyYogaWorks | A Review
I never thought I’d write this, but I love yoga. That’s because for as long as I can remember it just hasn’t been my thing. I’ve even blogged about my dislike for yoga. I love the idea, the culture of yoga, but the actual practice made me crazy. When I’d actually take a yoga… Continue reading MyYogaWorks | A Review
Father’s Day
At work, during our weekly staff meeting, we always have a question of the day. Yesterday, in honor of the just passed Father’s Day weekend, the question was “recall a special memory with your Dad”. For me, this was no easy task. That’s because there are so many to pick from! I have countless… Continue reading Father’s Day
sweet potato recipe
If you saw all the food I bring to work on a daily basis I swear you’d think I was staying for the week. But in reality, it’s just for one day. And there is no potluck- it’s all for me. That’s because I eat a lot of small snacks throughout the day. On any… Continue reading sweet potato recipe