Today was supposed to be a speed work day, but speed work and repeats are super hard for me - which is why I never do them! I know I need to start working on this so I made a compromise. Instead of the crazy 1 mile repeats my training plan called for I did some fartek work. I did speed up a couple ... Read More about Show me your blubes!
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How do you know you’re hungry???
This week I am focusing on Honoring My Hunger (from Intuitive Eating). But this poses a major problem because I don’t know how to tell if I’m hungry! Years of dieting and overeating have completely damaged my hunger reader. The R.D. said my hunger “meter is broken!” But, it can be fixed ... Read More about How do you know you’re hungry???
Couscous and Chickpea Salad
Well, after purchasing that massive can of chickpeas this weekend I figured I better start trying to make a dent in them! The main players in this recipe were this massive amount of chickpeas (I was rinsing off), ww couscous and eggplant I cooked ... Read More about Couscous and Chickpea Salad
New Veggie Burgers
I have been eyeing these Veggie Burgers at Costco for a while, but didn’t want to get them because of the nutrition info. They are a little low on protein for a girl who uses veggie burgers as her main source of protein some days (when breakfast is cereal and lunch is PB&J…). But, I ... Read More about New Veggie Burgers
Almond Milk vs. Soy Milk
Today we will answer the age old question: “Which is better, Almond Milk or Soy Milk?” I will break it down into 3 categories – Nutrition, Taste and Price Nutrition: Here are the stats for Almond Milk: Here are the ... Read More about Almond Milk vs. Soy Milk
Two Parter
After my 6-miler this morning I was hungry! So I broke up breakfast into 2 parts today... First I made a protein shake with powder, ice and water. It's not pretty, but it does the trick. I didn't have time for a full breakfast at home, but I wanted to make sure to refuel. Protein shakes are ... Read More about Two Parter
Stop snacking, eat a meal
After some messing around on the computer for a bit I started to get hungry and was snacking on nuts and random things when I realized - I'm Hungry. I decided I should actually eat a real meal instead. I made a wrap with a veggie burger and some chips. I felt kind of guilty eating since no one else ... Read More about Stop snacking, eat a meal
My Parents are trying to kill me
After last night's buffet extravaganza I thought I was going to burst! This morning my dad suggested the Holiday Inn buffet for breakfast. (On the plus side, it’s actually a very low priced buffet.) Yes, two meals in a row were buffets! My parents are trying to kill me. My mom jokingly said I’m not ... Read More about My Parents are trying to kill me
My first crabs…
I finally tried Maryland crabs today! And I dunno how I feel about it... After a day of sightseeing around Washington D.C. with my family (visiting from CA) we went to Phillips...it is a buffet and it's dangerous. They are not messing around at this place! The buffet was extensive with a salad ... Read More about My first crabs…
Defeated
I was supposed to do 14 miles today, but ended up having a really bad run and walking most of the hills and cutting out at 12 miles. I was super defeated :( It really sucks to have a bad run, I feel like crap now. Boo. But, to keep it in perspective, it's not the end of the world I have another ... Read More about Defeated
Snowcone Oasis
After work I decided to try and walk to Costco and figured Ben could pick me up there. A half a mile there and I realized the rest of the way was on a busy highway with no sidewalk. So, I vetoed that plan and decided to walk home. That added a significant distance to my walk! I had been walking over ... Read More about Snowcone Oasis
Intuitive Eating Challenge & Friday Beverages
Why Wait until Monday? The Intuitive Eating Challenge should start today! I weigh myself on Fridays (for no reason in particular) and realized I have lost 7 pounds since I first wrote the "About" page. Now, that's not very impressive since I wrote it over a year ago, but I am not 17 pounds away from ... Read More about Intuitive Eating Challenge & Friday Beverages
Disney World Marathon Training
Here is a link to my training plan for the Disney World Marathon January 10, 2010! Disney World Marathon Training I broke each day of the week down like this: Sunday: Rest day/Yoga or strength training Monday: MP = Marathon Pace run Tuesday: Hills or Speed work Wednesday: Easy ... Read More about Disney World Marathon Training
Friday :)
I think the title speaks for itself! Today I did an easy 4.75 miles. It was supposed to be 5, but the last quarter mile was all uphill and it was supposed to be an easy run because I have a long run tomorrow. Massive Dogs!!! I was running along this morning when I saw a massive dog on the path ... Read More about Friday :)
Read/Walk and the Weirdest Dinner
I didn't take a picture of the temperature at work today, but you're going to have to take my word for it that it was 91 degrees. WTF. I always joke that I wish I was a lizard that could just lay on a rock in the sun all day, but this is too much. I welcomed the walk home today since it was cooler ... Read More about Read/Walk and the Weirdest Dinner
Cross Training and Pills
Thursdays and Sundays are my Rest Days, but I still like to do some kind of cross training on these days. My favorite cross training is Yoga, followed by biking and walking :) But, today I did 40 minutes on the elliptical. I am also going to start strength training 3 days a week. I woke up late, so ... Read More about Cross Training and Pills