Hello hello!!! Glad to see everyone loves Heather's Guest Post! If you haven't checked it out yet - do it now :) This morning I made "Pumpkin Over-Run Oats" for breakfast. They were basically overnight oats, but I just let them sit during my run and not overnight. I have found an hour or so is ... Read More about Pantry Staples and Over Run Oats
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Guest Post: Heather Eats Almond Butter
Today I have an amazing guest post from Heather of Heather Eats Almond Butter (aka HEAB)! I love Heather and her blog for many reasons...but one of the main ones is she is a great example of how to listen to your own body, fuel it well and exercise it in the way that's best for you. Heather is a ... Read More about Guest Post: Heather Eats Almond Butter
February Challenge
In the beginning of the year I decided to make 2010 My Healthiest Year yet by working on one healthy habit each month. The aim was that by December I would be healthier than ever! This year I also went back to being vegetarian* so January was dedicated to Mexican Meatless Mondays. I made Black Bean ... Read More about February Challenge
Take a Snow Walk
Church was a fail! When Ben and I pulled up the parking lot was empty!? We're not registered members of this church so I'm sure they let people know somehow, but we were very surprised! Despite the cold, it is very sunny today so we decided to take a walk. Ben and I strolled around for about an ... Read More about Take a Snow Walk
Pancakes and Almond Butter
I had been craving pancakes since yesterday so I knew exactly what was on the menu this morning as soon as I woke up! In my pancake mix: 1/2c egg beaters, 1/3c oat bran, salt, vanilla, chia seeds, cinnamon, dash of seltzer and stevia. I added sliced bananas to the batter after I poured it in the pan ... Read More about Pancakes and Almond Butter
Cheat Day Saturday
Ben has been working out more and did a good workout today so he suggested pizza and wings for dinner. Far be it for me to turn down pizza so I agreed :) But - we decided that Saturday will be our "Cheat Day" but the rest of the week we will stick to our healthy eating plan. Since he was more ... Read More about Cheat Day Saturday
Snow and Steady
This morning the forecast predicted snow, but I really really wanted to run outside. I love the outdoors and am so sick of having to stay inside :( I put on layers and layers of clothes and went out to brave the cold. My knee started hurting around mile four and then it started to snow. So, I ... Read More about Snow and Steady
Use Your Noodle
I have been craving peanut noodles for a while now, but keep forgetting to make it. Tonight I remembered and roasted up some broccoli to go with it. Yum! In the afternoon I had some carrots with hummus and cereal with milk. I also ate part of a muffin (while standing, no pic)... The Beck Diet - ... Read More about Use Your Noodle
The “C” Word
Who else would title a post "The C Word" and put a picture of her self under it? I know. Thanks for reading. But, I'm not talking about the C word you're probably thinking of, I'm talking about the COLD! It is painfully cold, as in if the air outside touches your skin, it burns. Ouch! I don't know ... Read More about The “C” Word
Orange Foods – Pumpkin Oats
My mom said when I was little I used to love all orange foods...sweet potatoes, carrots and pumpkin! Well, I haven't changed at all in this aspect! Too bad my mom didn't know about pumpkin oats when I was a kid - I would have gobbled it up! In the bowl: 1/3c oats, water, soy milk, vanilla, ... Read More about Orange Foods – Pumpkin Oats
Soy Chorizo for dinner
Normally I think of chorizo as a breakfast food, but today it was for dinner. I love that there is soy chorizo so I can still enjoy this yummy meal without having to eat the most random parts of animals :( I cooked it up with some eggs and had roasted broccoli on the side. I love eating Mexican ... Read More about Soy Chorizo for dinner
My Next Race and More Answers
Since the Disney Marathon I have been itching to plan my next race. I'm signed up for the Surf City Half, but that's going to be more for fun since I'm still recovering from the full. Then, I got an email for a discount code for the Suntrust National Marathon and Half March 20th. It must be a ... Read More about My Next Race and More Answers
Fitness Assessment
This morning I had an appointment at the gym for a fitness assessment. Before I left I ran 3 miles on the treadmill at my apartment's gym. My knee is still bothering me :( I made a quick smoothie to drink on the way - it had spinach, protein powder, ice, water, chia seeds and a splash of juice. ... Read More about Fitness Assessment
Sushi and Trader Joes
After my massage I went to Trader Joes and came out with two new finds. I think this first one is going to make you jealous... Crunchy Salted Almond Butter with Flax Seed. This may change my life. I had half of one of these muffins on the way home. :) I was craving sushi and Ben thought it was ... Read More about Sushi and Trader Joes
How I Met Ben and Lunch
I thought it was weird that even though I ate a huge bowl of oatmeal around 10:30am, I was hungry for lunch at 11:30am?! Then, I realized it's because I ate breakfast so late that I was hungry again. I had been up since before 6:30am, ran 5.8 miles and didn't eat a full meal until 10:30am = a very ... Read More about How I Met Ben and Lunch
Running Vest and Chickpea Casserole
This morning I added another layer to my running gear - a vest! This isn't actually meant to be a "running" vest per se, but I needed something else to keep me warm without making me overheat. It worked perfectly! Before I left for my run I ate a small bowl of cereal. I knew I would be stalling for ... Read More about Running Vest and Chickpea Casserole