I woke up feeling hung over wicked tired from staying up all night drinking.But, decided to check out the hotel’s gym because I am a compulsive eater exerciser. Unfortunately, I still felt like crap and just walked about 20 minutes and did some light weights. When I got back I thought a small ... Read More about Irish Pub in Las Vegas
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Waking Up In Vegas
Hello, I woke up in Vegas this morning and feel like I had a good time last night. Let’s see what I can share… The first thing Ben and I did after we settled in our room is get one of those embarrassing huge cups of high-fructose corn syrup and alcohol. Even though I’ve been to Vegas 20+ times I ... Read More about Waking Up In Vegas
Driving to Las Vegas
We made it to Las Vegas! Driving to Vegas is no biggie for residents of Southern California. I’ve been driving up for impromptu weekend fun since I was a kid (I used to party hard when I was 6). But, for those REReaders who aren’t local I thought I’d share the journey. It’s about a four hour ... Read More about Driving to Las Vegas
Smoothies, Cheerleading and Vegas
Hello! I started my day with an easy 8 miler. My legs really were NOT feeling it today and I took a few walk breaks in there too. Luckily, I’m taking tomorrow off from running and hope to be back in action Tuesday evening for group. Post-run I wanted a smoothie. Unfortunately, Ben was working on ... Read More about Smoothies, Cheerleading and Vegas
Just Peachy
This afternoon Ben and I hit up Subway for a quick lunch. Tuna with all the veggies and way too much mustard because either the sandwich artist loves mustard or hates me. After today’s hectic morning and root canal I really really needed some indulgence this afternoon. I headed to the place where ... Read More about Just Peachy
RER Gets A Root Canal
Hello! It's a super gorgeous day today and I was happy to run 4 miles at the beach. Until, I had to tell my group I needed to head out early for a root canal like the service offered by a skilled dentist in Wicker Park. It wasn't as bad as I thought - the anticipation really was the worst part. ... Read More about RER Gets A Root Canal
Turned My Bad Day Around
Yeah, so today wasn't the best day. Thank you all so much for your supportive comments on my laptop disaster post. After my mid-run breakdown, I refused to stay in a funk all day and decided to turn it around. First, I made myself a healthy, delicious meal. I wanted to head straight to Yogurtland ... Read More about Turned My Bad Day Around
God Tax
I just realized today is Tax Day and boy did I get taxed... Let me let you in on an inside joke - when we get a flat tire, random ticket/fine, crazy ridic bill Ben calls it a "God Tax". There's no rhyme or reason, just pay it and move on. (Also, when I steal bites of someone's food sometimes I call ... Read More about God Tax
Fitbloggin Friday–Jack Sh*t Getting Fit
Hello and Happy Friday! I woke up today and realized that since I have a group run tomorrow morning, then am getting a root canal – my long run needs to be today if I’m going to get it in! And yes, Vinnie – I want to get it in. I mean the run – sickos! Today is Fitbloggin Friday and we’re ... Read More about Fitbloggin Friday–Jack Sh*t Getting Fit
Pre-Run Salad and Drinks
I am still trying to figure out eating on the nights I meet with my running group. Even though we only do about 4 miles of run/walk the timing makes me super hungry if I don’t eat first. Today I did dinner first again…massive salad with a turkey burger and vitamin water. Before I left I had to ... Read More about Pre-Run Salad and Drinks
Confession Thursday–Bumper Magnets
Hello, it’s Confession Thursday – hold on to your Bibles! Confession #1: I got a job! I’ll be working as a Personal Trainer starting in 2 weeks, but that’s all the info I can give right now. Confession #2: I hate getting gas, but do appreciate that there are TVs at the pump. If only I could ask ... Read More about Confession Thursday–Bumper Magnets
French Tortilla Breakfast
I woke bright and early this morning (despite a late bed time) and decided to do some abs and arms to start the day. I have a group run/walk this afternoon and want to take it easy on my knee. Before long it was time for breakfast! Although I’m not tired of Bagel Thin French Toast I decided to try ... Read More about French Tortilla Breakfast
Go To Green Monster Recipe
Since I’m having a root canal this weekend I’m predicting a lot of Green Monsters in my future. I’m also predicting a hot Southern California summer, which will also require a ton of Green Monsters to stay cool! Luckily, I have my Go To Green Monster Recipe ready to go! Green Monster ... Read More about Go To Green Monster Recipe
Sink Stir-fry
I managed to get an emergency appointment at the dentist and I will be getting a root canal on Saturday I don’t know what will hurt more the actual procedure or the $950 price tag. Ouch. I couldn’t do the root canal today because I need to be on antibiotics for a couple of days first. I went to ... Read More about Sink Stir-fry
My Iced Coffee Recipe
Good Morning! I started my day with an easy walk and planned to go to yoga at 8:45am. Then, as I was eating breakfast a huge chunk of my tooth broke off! Now I’m on hold with our insurance trying to figure out where I can go to fix it… Since I’m on hold and have 995 minutes to kill I thought I’d ... Read More about My Iced Coffee Recipe
First 10K Spring Training Run
Every Tuesday and Thursday for the next 12 weeks I will be coaching an entry level 10K running group. It takes about an hour to get there so I leave my house tiny condo by 5pm and don’t get home until almost 8pm. I wasn’t sure how to plan my eating around this schedule, so I may need to change it ... Read More about First 10K Spring Training Run