This week last year Ben and I visited his family in Florida. We wanted to get in a good visit because we were going to see my family (in California) for Christmas. That was one of the reasons we moved back to CA. When we were looking to leave MD we knew we wanted to be in either FL or CA and close ... Read More about Two Christmases
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Ask a Monican–Part IV
Ask a Monican Part IV – What’s going on with the RD and PT stuff? Intuitive Eating? The camera cut me off, so I’m going to take that as a sign that I should be quiet I’m done. If you want to Ask a Monican email me at runeatrepeat at gmail dot com Ask a Monican Part IV Other highlights of ... Read More about Ask a Monican–Part IV
Black Running Shirt
I have to make myself buy a color other than white running shirts. They’re my all time favorite! So, I have yellow, pink and a few other light colors that have really grown on me. I even bought an orange one for marathon training! As long as they’re light and bright, I like colorful shirts now. But ... Read More about Black Running Shirt
Announcement: Fitbloggin 2011
I’m speaking at Fitbloggin’ !!! I went last year and had a blast so when I was asked to speak I jumped at the chance. More details to follow, but I wanted to share the cool news After a very granola filled afternoon I kept dinner light. But, don’t get me wrong - this is a massive bowl. A massive ... Read More about Announcement: Fitbloggin 2011
It Wasn’t Enough
I used the almost empty hummus container for my salad at lunch. The hummus left on the bottom wasn’t enough and I wish I had a dressing that was compatible to pour on top. I brought home groceries from Costco and Vegas claimed the box for himself. As I was putting away the groceries I realized ... Read More about It Wasn’t Enough
First Test, Then Run
I skipped my run this morning to cram a bit before my test. I have not been able to concentrate as much as I need to and this weekend didn’t help! So, a bagel, coffee and my notes made up breakfast. These are the high-protein bagels I mentioned the other day – Western bagel’s Perfect 10. They are ... Read More about First Test, Then Run
Beans and Rice
Did you know that when eaten together, beans and rice make a complete protein? Yep, it’s true My mom always told me this growing up when we would eat beans and rice for dinner, but I never knew why until this semester at school. To put it super simply: To be considered a complete protein ... Read More about Beans and Rice
Weather Check Fail -Throw Away Gear
When I ran the Disney World Marathon in January I knew it was going to be cold. To prepare I bought “throw away gear” from the Good Will. I got a sweat shirt and a pair of sweat pants that I planned to toss at the starting line. I cut the pants up the sides and the sweat shirt up the front so ... Read More about Weather Check Fail -Throw Away Gear
Game Changer
I had a super fun filled weekend, but now it’s time to get back to the real world – and real training. I have a full marathon scheduled in 62 days. Sure, that seems like a good ways away, but I want to PR so I need to take training a little more seriously then I have for the past 2 races ... Read More about Game Changer
Rock N Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon
I did it! When I signed up for the Las Vegas Half Marathon I thought, “This could either be the best idea or the worst idea I’ve ever made.” Well, I don’t think it ended up being either (dramatic much), but it did end up being a really good idea! I was able to sleep in a bit considering it was a ... Read More about Rock N Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon
Bad Bangs and Burritos
I carb-loaded with a massive burrito last night. We tried to fix my bangs yesterday and they just got worse. Heather is a stylist, so it’s not like I was doing it myself, but they are beyond repair. Guess I have to wait it out! Sorry, I thought this pic was hilarious. I wasn’t even hungry after ... Read More about Bad Bangs and Burritos
Rock N Roll Las Vegas Expo
When we finally woke up today I did not feel like going anywhere but I was HUNGRY! Luckily I brought snacks for the weekend, so Luna bars and a banana made up breakfast. Actually one of the Luna bars made a midnight snack and I found the wrapper this morning. I didn’t feel like drinking coffee, ... Read More about Rock N Roll Las Vegas Expo
Deadication
I packed for Las Vegas while eating lunch. Notice that the first thing to go into my suitcase are my heels. For any other trip / location / event / day the first thing I pack is my running clothes. Vegas is the one place where I don’t even bother to think I’m going to run – sure it’s a wide open ... Read More about Deadication
Viva Las Vegas
See you tomorrow. Or, later today I mean… ... Read More about Viva Las Vegas
The Real Reason
The real reason I complain about the cold, even though I live in SoCal, is probably because I am addicted to smoothies for breakfast. The real reason I am going to be tired for this weekend’s race is because I didn’t take a mid-week rest day from running this week. I didn’t realize that until I ... Read More about The Real Reason
Confession Thursday : Orange Foods
I have eaten A LOT of orange foods today… Yes, this is a sweet potato the size of a dinner plate. Thank you. Okay, okay – and A LOT of “chocolate colored” foods too… If not for Greek yogurt my main protein source would be chocolate. If they made a steak shaped chocolate bar my life ... Read More about Confession Thursday : Orange Foods