While we were down in San Diego I had the opportunity to eat at Café Gratitude. I’ve wanted to check out this place for a while. Some of my favorite Instagrammers including Shut The Kale Up have raved about it. Fortunately, my sister lives right down the street from Cafe Gratitude San Diego location (currently their… Continue reading Cafe Gratitude San Diego
Overcoming Fears
Recently, the idea of training for a triathlon has really peaked my interest. Unfortunately, it also brought up a lot of nerves too. I knew overcoming fears was going to be part of this new challenge. Despite the fears, one reason I was interested in triathlon is because I love to run. However, running all… Continue reading Overcoming Fears
First Time Marathon Tips
This week I’ve been recapping my first marathon experience. Today I wanted to touch on some of the things I learned through this whole process. First, if you are thinking about running a marathon- Do it. So many people have told me that running a marathon was on their bucket list. That is… Continue reading First Time Marathon Tips
Marathon Race Day Tips
In yesterday’s post, I shared some of the things that led up to my first marathon, which I ran last weekend in San Diego. Today I wanted to share my experience on race day because it was completely different than the nerves I had a couple of days leading up to the marathon. … Continue reading Marathon Race Day Tips
San Diego marathon | race recap
I did it! I finished my first marathon! And now it’s time rehash it all in the San Diego Marathon race recap! For those who have been kind enough to read my blog, you may know that about six months ago I signed up for the San Diego Rock n’ Roll Marathon. I’ve done a… Continue reading San Diego marathon | race recap
Lauren Fleshman
I love listening to a good podcast while I’m running. A while ago I did a post on some of my favorites. I’ve recently added to my list. Runner’s World Magazine is one of my favorite magazines. Not a surprise, because it’s about all things running! About a year ago, they started a podcast.… Continue reading Lauren Fleshman
Marathon Tapering
You’ve been training for months and it’s almost here! Your marathon is… next weekend. That means it time for the dreaded marathon tapering. Your training is basically done. Other than one relaxed-paced 8 or 10 miles run over the weekend, you really have to take things easy so you can do your best on race… Continue reading Marathon Tapering
Grocery Store Deals This Week
Weekly sales heading into Memorial Day Weekend? Doesn’t get any better than that! Yes, as of this weekend, the unofficial start of summer has begun. Time to start firing up the grill more, eating outside, and hopefully enjoying more healthy, real food! Like most people, I find that sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated… Continue reading Grocery Store Deals This Week
from marathon to Triathlon
Less than two weeks until my first marathon! I am so excited. This is the first time since the high school cross country team that I’ve trained for something this long. And I’ve loved the whole process. It’s been fun figuring out my weekly workout schedule, calculating my mileage, and cross training to… Continue reading from marathon to Triathlon
Chicken Quinoa Bake
In my option a Monday dinner must be: Fast Easy Foolproof Otherwise, I have both a Mexican and Burger restaurant within a 2-minute walk from my house… And I’m in trouble. I honestly don’t mind Mondays. A fresh start to the week isn’t a bad thing. But I really don’t think its the best day… Continue reading Chicken Quinoa Bake