I don’t know if I’m late to this party, but - Did ya know Malibu Rum makes Malibu Black now? It’s 70 proof, but still as good. Just more strong so you “can do more with less” if ya know what I mean I’m Monica Olivas some random blogger and I approve enjoy this product Ben and I spent half the ... Read More about Malibu Black
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Running On The Equator
I went for a run on the equator Marco Island this morning. Pretty sure it was 85 degrees with 100% humidity. I almost died. But, then I remembered we were going to a buffet for breakfast. So I dusted myself off and decided to live another day eat another big meal 6 slow miles on the equator ... Read More about Running On The Equator
Heaven-Dee-Two
Hi! Today was super fun. Ben and I went for a drive around the area to explore. We drove by a turtle crossing the road and had to stop! (Yes, I’m totally a tourist and don’t get this stuff in California.) I jumped out of the car to challenge the turtle to a race. The Tortoise and the Red Hare ... Read More about Heaven-Dee-Two
Don’t Be Crabby, You’re At The Beach
I started today on a wild goose chase trying to find internet. By the time we got internet it was 8am and 80 degrees with 90% humidity. I scaled my run down to a 4 miler and was DRENCHED by the end. I ended up running to see the group fishing When we got back I dug into my smoothie ... Read More about Don’t Be Crabby, You’re At The Beach
Too Much Food, Just Enough Fun
Ben’s sister was making veggie juice when we went over this morning so I scored a big glass of carrot/cucumber/bell pepper/celery juice! Love. Then, I canceled out all those nutrients by stealing half of Ben’s fries when we went to Wendy’s. I wasn’t really hungry, but got a side salad to keep my ... Read More about Too Much Food, Just Enough Fun
Dealing With Mean Comments
Hello! I went to bed right at 10pm last night so I could beat the heat and get a run in this morning. I ran to the beach, which is about 5 miles from Ben’s parents. When I got there I did an extra mile then called Ben to come get me. Every time we come to visit Ben’s mom tries to convince us to ... Read More about Dealing With Mean Comments
Fiery Florida
This afternoon Ben and I headed to his brother’s house for some pyro-technics. They have different hobbies in Florida than in California I guess. I stayed far away from the fun fire, but not far from the bugs (as the bites around my ankles prove). Just when I was convinced the guys were going to ... Read More about Fiery Florida
Give Us a Minute Alone
By the time we got to Ben’s parents and caught up with everyone it was noon. I wanted to run, but know the Florida heat can kill be brutal. I did 3 slow miles. They were mostly slow because I still have a knot in my left hammy. It hurts. I stretched it out while eating watermelon and a chocolate ... Read More about Give Us a Minute Alone
Meals and Miles to the Airport
I made it to Florida! After another red eye – Ben and I are once again on the east side of the US Luckily, I did get some sleep on the overnight flight so it wasn’t too bad. LAX has the “naked scanner” as I like to call it. I opted for a pat-down since I’m conflicted on this situation. It was no ... Read More about Meals and Miles to the Airport
What I Learned From My Best Friend
Lunch! I wanted eggs and a salad for lunch so I decided to make an egg salad, just not the “usual” kind. I made an egg patty and put it on top of a big ol’ bed of lettuce, onions and tomatoes. Lot’s of hummus, hot sauce and almonds rounded out the meal. Now I’m munching on open faced PB&J. Yes, ... Read More about What I Learned From My Best Friend
Gym Tan Nails
Hello! Sorry for the delay – I had 2 morning clients. Since I wanted to get a run in first I woke up bright and early! I haven’t ran since Saturday to give my muscles a rest, and still felt very tight today. I have a big knot in my right hamstring that almost turned into a major cramp. I stopped 2 ... Read More about Gym Tan Nails
Good Snacks
Today’s snacks were decadent, but still in line with my goals. I’m really struggling to get the snack part of my life in order. I had a Vitatop with Sunflower Butter around 2:30pm. And a big green smoothie with cereal around 4. This is my favorite and it kept me full through cooking dinner. I ... Read More about Good Snacks
Write Me Up
How’s your day going? Mine’s good My 11am personal training client cancelled so I’ve been able to catch up on some blog and writing work. I used to work from home a few days a week as a recruiter. Since my boss would send passive aggressive emails I had someone to answer to I was really good about ... Read More about Write Me Up
French Toast Tuesday and Traveling!
Hello and Happy Tuesday! This is like my Thursday though since Ben and I leave for Florida tomorrow night I’m headed to Kickboxing in a minute so I didn’t exercise first thing this morning. Instead, I ate. I made French Toast Bagel Thins with extra egg – you can barely see the bagel thin in ... Read More about French Toast Tuesday and Traveling!
Ask A Lot, Give A lot
I get a lot of emails from people who run because they want to lose weight but don’t want to eat to fuel their runs. I always say – When you ask a lot of your body (in the form of making it go for miles), Give a lot back (in the form of good food and good rest). I asked a lot of my body this week. ... Read More about Ask A Lot, Give A lot
Runner Question: Chub Rub
I scored with the Manager’s Special again yesterday! Tofu Steak for $.39! I used my super cheap tofu to make a big stir-fry. This is a more “dinner” kinda meal to me, but I have to work from 4-7ish so I made it for lunch. This way Ben will have dinner ready when he gets home too Sometimes I’m ... Read More about Runner Question: Chub Rub