Hello! How’s it going? This week I’m challenging myself to do 5 exercises each weekday to build up strength and tone up. I’m calling it 5 at 6 – meaning you can do the 5 moves I share around 6pm (or when you’re done with your day) or 6am the next morning. I’ll be posting them on Instagram too so ... Read More about 5 Minutes of Exercise
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Sunday Set Up Cleaning Day
Hello! How is it going? This morning I woke up bright and early (despite grand plans to sleep in). So I decided to do my usual ritual of walking to get an iced coffee. Except, I didn’t get the coffee but did get raspberries. Yeah. I plan my life around running (and eating) so I did nothing ... Read More about Sunday Set Up Cleaning Day
Marathon Training 21 Mile Run
Okay. We have to talk. I’ve been lying to you, but more importantly I’ve been lying to myself…. Last weekend I said I max out at 20 miles for a long run. I can’t run more than 20 miles outside of an actual race. I don’t really like super crazy long runs so I planned on doing a back to back ... Read More about Marathon Training 21 Mile Run
Friday Food and Favorites From the Week
Hello! How’s it going? I was planning on giving myself a half day of work but I got a new project that is due Monday so that’s what’s on my plate. (For what’s literally on my plate see below because it’s a food post.) I’ve heard the phrase “Summer Friday” but am not familiar with that – so I thought ... Read More about Friday Food and Favorites From the Week
Training For A Relay Race–Hood to Coast
Hey! I forgot to tell you I’m running a relay race. And this is not just any relay race – this is the mother of all relays… Hood to Coast!! I was asked to join the Runner’s World Hood to Coast (HTC) team months ago and kind of forgot about it until recently when we got an email with our leg ... Read More about Training For A Relay Race–Hood to Coast
I’m Obsessed with…
It’s no secret that I’m not good at moderation. I either LOVE the hell out of something until it dies (or I die?) or nothing. (That is one of my favorite quotes, which probably says something about me.) But then I find something else that I like and forget whatever was keeping my attention ... Read More about I’m Obsessed with…
This ‘Recipe’ Will Change Your Life
Hello! How’s your week going? Over here I spent some quality time with my fam yesterday, but first… I went for a run this morning sporting my new clips. I use clips every day to pin my bangs back during runs or when they bug me. They never match and I always lose them. 84% of the time I’m ... Read More about This ‘Recipe’ Will Change Your Life
Eyelash Dip Update–Would I do it again?
I got some requests for an update on how I liked my eyelash dye (dip) after I’ve had them for a while... I got my eyelashes dyed and partial extensions on the ends just under three weeks ago. (It was part of my partnership with Groupon’s Summer of Fun.) Before I tried this I have been ... Read More about Eyelash Dip Update–Would I do it again?
Oats in a Jar is so 2013 Salad in a Jar is Now.
Hello! How’s it going? Thank you to everyone who chimed in on the Sports Bra chafing post. Love when we can help each other out and it feels like a community up in RER land This morning I ran and ate. It’s my thing. My run was just okay, I think my legs are still tired a little from Sunday’s ... Read More about Oats in a Jar is so 2013 Salad in a Jar is Now.
Show me your boob… sweat: Sports Bra Chafing and Marathon Running.
Today we’re talking about chafing – specifically sports bra chafing. Here’s some info on how to prevent chafing and the best sports bras to wear. But every body and set of boobs are different so please comment with your advice! I received this email from a reader/runner last week and feel her ... Read More about Show me your boob… sweat: Sports Bra Chafing and Marathon Running.
The Longest I Can Run Alone
Hello! How’s it going? Over here it’s going hot and sweaty, but good. Except for a small malfunction with my sunglasses… this is why I can’t have nice things! Saturday involved a family meeting with nachos. That’s how we do. I had to push my long run this week to Sunday for various ... Read More about The Longest I Can Run Alone
Review of Chobani Watermelon Yogurt
Happy National Watermelon Day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is my 2nd favorite day of the year (after Thanksgiving). And I’m obviously celebrating by eating and drinking my favorite food. But I have something new for you today too! I found the new limited batch flavor of yogurt from Chobani = ... Read More about Review of Chobani Watermelon Yogurt
Summer Favorites
Hello! There is about one month of summer left! And I’ve been having a blast so far. Have you? Before my summer must haves list – I wanted to share this lil Under Amour ad because I just dig the hell out of it. On my run the other day I was thinking about doing a round up of my ... Read More about Summer Favorites
Sabra Salsa Love Touring a Tomato Farm
Hello from the farm! Yesterday I toured a tomato farm outside of Bakersfield,CA. I am on a trip with Sabra in honor of their line of salsa. One-two-cha-cha-cha! The Sabra #SalsaLove team brought me and a few of my closest salsa loving food bloggers out to see their pride and joy… the ... Read More about Sabra Salsa Love Touring a Tomato Farm
The BEST Run, Eat and Repeat from July!
Hola! I am spending some quality time on a tomato farm today. It's gorgeous and informative and delicious all rolled up in a one. La-la-love. But, I only have a 30 minute break before I have to meet back up with the team so I wanted to stop in for a quick hello and fill ya in later. This ... Read More about The BEST Run, Eat and Repeat from July!
Straight Road Trippin’
Hello from fabulous Bakersfield!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I hear it’s beautiful this time of year. <- #insidejoke Last night I iced my knees while watching part of the RHONY Reunion, but got distracted with a new obsession (we’ll talk about it soon). Vegas has a new obsession too (bugging ... Read More about Straight Road Trippin’