Hello! I made it to Portland. I’m super proud of myself for packing light. Since we’re all going to be living in a van for 28 hours we were warned to bring as little as possible. This was as much as I could break it down: Last night I had a fun dinner with some of the Runner’s World / ... Read More about Friday Favorites from Portland
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Running Underwear–Is it worth it?
Hello! I am on my way to Portland for the Hood to Coast Relay race right now! But, before I am MIA for 24 hours on the open road I thought we should discuss running underwear… I got a great question from a reader (below) on is running underwear ‘worth it’. Firstly, I love your blog! Your humor and ... Read More about Running Underwear–Is it worth it?
Running Gear I Can’t Live Without
Hello! I am getting ready (and nervous) for the Hood to Coast Relay! Today is all about packing, which I think I have figured out from doing two relays before this one. I am not sure how much I’ll be able to post over the weekend, so follow me on instagram to stay updated! Running Gear Must ... Read More about Running Gear I Can’t Live Without
Easy Steel Cut Overnight Oats in Yogurt
I have a delicious and easy recipe for overnight STEEL CUT oats to share today! A few weeks ago when I found the new Watermelon Chobani I also grabbed their new Chobani Greek Yogurt with oats. I was pretty excited about this since I love the nutty taste and chewy texture of steel cut oats. And ... Read More about Easy Steel Cut Overnight Oats in Yogurt
New Discounts and Coupon Codes for Runners August
Hello! How’s it going? Over here it’s all fun and games (read: email catch up and messing up an important document I had to start from scratch) plus a lunch field trip to Costco. They have La Croix and it’s on sale right now!!! Score of America. Lunch was my favorite salad as of late… plus ... Read More about New Discounts and Coupon Codes for Runners August
Run Run Run Like A Pirate
Hello! How’s it going? This morning I got out for a tempo run. But first, yesterday’s eats… (What? You don’t dress like a pirate for your interval runs?) Yesterday I headed to my mom’s to help her prep her classroom (she’s a teacher). Then, I hung out with my little brother (read: ate ... Read More about Run Run Run Like A Pirate
How Do You Know You’re Ready to Run a Half Marathon
How did you know you were ready to run a half marathon? I got this question a few days ago – it’s something I get asked a lot in some form or another…. “I can run 6 miles now and feel good… how long before I’m ready for a half marathon?” “I ran a 5k last Christmas and have been running ever since ... Read More about How Do You Know You’re Ready to Run a Half Marathon
The Best Thing I Didn’t Eat This Weekend
Hello! Happy Monday! How was your weekend? Mine was like this: I ran 12 miles around Anaheim, CA (near Disneyland) I spoke on a panel with PB Fingers and Fitnessista I had some delicious beverages on Friday night Cheers to that weekend fun! Monday Run This morning I got in an ... Read More about The Best Thing I Didn’t Eat This Weekend
IDEA World Blog Fest Session with PB Fingers, Fitnessistsa and RER
Hello! How’s it going? I’ve been busy at the IDEA World Fitness Convention. This year they also had Fitness BlogFest along side IDEA – it was packed with information sessions and workouts specifically for fitness bloggers! On Friday I was on the “Bloggers Tell All” panel with PB Fingers and ... Read More about IDEA World Blog Fest Session with PB Fingers, Fitnessistsa and RER
Running Around Disneyland
Hello! I’m still in Anaheim for the IDEA World Fitness Conference and Blogfest. I thought this would be the perfect time to share where to run around Disneyland. I live in Orange County and get a lot of emails from readers looking for good running routes near Disney. Luckily we are staying right by ... Read More about Running Around Disneyland
Top 10 Ways to Tell if Your Monican is Buzzed
(source) Hello! I am still at the IDEA World Conference and having a blast! Last night we hit up the Sweat Pink party and then went out to dinner. I enjoyed some wine and was inspired to share this list with ya. I thought it up in case we run into each other somewhere and I’m acting like a ... Read More about Top 10 Ways to Tell if Your Monican is Buzzed
IDEA World Fitness Convention and BlogFest Fun
Hello from the IDEA World Fitness Convention and BlogFest! I’m here doing double duty – interviewing a master trainer for Propel and speaking on a BlogFest panel. This year the convention is in Anaheim – just a lil drive from my house. So, I headed over yesterday afternoon and made myself ... Read More about IDEA World Fitness Convention and BlogFest Fun
Weight Loss–The Best Diet For YOU
Hey! I am packing up to head to the IDEA Conference. I’m sure Vegas is excited he gets to run around naked while I’m gone. But first I wanted to talk about losing weight. I feel like it’s been a while since I’ve done a Weight Loss Wed post. I came across this article from Outside ... Read More about Weight Loss–The Best Diet For YOU
The Way to My Tiny Black Heart
Hello! How’s your week going? Yesterday I got a very pleasant surprise… Ben has been traveling and decided to bring his cute butt back to SoCal. He showed up around lunch time with flowers, but more importantly – DONUTS. He knows how to get to me. Lunch was donuts so dinner was a big ... Read More about The Way to My Tiny Black Heart
BodyPop Launch Party
Hello! How’s it going? Last night I went to the BodyPop Activewear launch party, but first let’s talk running… Run I made a deal with myself that I would do some speed work this morning but only 4 repeats. So, I did 800s and jogged 800 back x4 plus warm up and cool down, it was perfect to get ... Read More about BodyPop Launch Party
Golden Tote Review
Hello! I have a fun fashion post for ya today. Recently Golden Tote reached out to me to do a review of their style grab bag. I also bought replica bags online in ypurse.ru and they really look amazing. It’s a fashion delivery service where you pick out 2 items and based on your preferences/choices ... Read More about Golden Tote Review