I recently reached out to Heather, from Heather Eats Almond Butter, for some advice. A while back I read her post on "Confessions of a former Runner" and it really struck a cord with me. I love running. Love it love it. But, it has been in the back of my mind that high mileage is making it hard for ... Read More about A Little Help
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Let All Flowers Bloom
I heard this phrase, "Let all flowers bloom", on the radio this morning and I really liked it. I have been getting a little frustrated that all my hard work isn't paying off as well as others around me (Read: I've been getting a little jealous). I feel really guilty when I am jealous of others ... Read More about Let All Flowers Bloom
Big Package
I love big packages ;) Some say that great things come in small packages, but those people obviously haven't had a real big package specially delivered to them. Do with that information what you will. Today I had this BIG package waiting for me on my doorstep! I won a contest a while back from ... Read More about Big Package
Obstacle Course & 1001 Posts!!!
It rained pretty hard last night and was still sprinkling this morning so the sidewalk was an obstacle course this morning. I was dodging puddles and mud the whole way. It actually was kind of fun :) It kept my mind working and focused on the run the whole time. I actually don't know how far I went ... Read More about Obstacle Course & 1001 Posts!!!
Yoga 1
I went to Yoga 1 tonight. I haven't been to a yoga class since July, before we moved out here. I used to go to a great studio in Irvine and would take Yoga 1 or Yoga 1-2. It was fun and challenging. So, I figured since it's been a while I should stick with Yoga 1, but this class was way too easy for ... Read More about Yoga 1
Home Snacking
Life Realization #1: Working from home is hard, not because of the long commute to the office, but because of the short commute to the kitchen! I ended up calling out of work today because the car thing took a long time and then I found out I had a problem with my paper due tonight. So, I ate ... Read More about Home Snacking
Hot “cold” Cereal
I am picking up my car this morning so I got to run a little later. It was so nice to be able to run when the sun was up - and it's a little warmer! I did 6 miles at a good pace :) I felt really good too! I wanted cold cereal for breakfast, but it's so cold out I thought a warm breakfast would be ... Read More about Hot “cold” Cereal
Flinstones, Meet the Flintstones
Ta-da! Ben and I dressed up at Fred and Wilma Flintstone for the Halloween party! We completely made these costumes ourselves that same day too! We are hardcore like that (and by hardcore I mean, poor). We went to the party with our friends Matt and Kristin (it was their friends' party). There ... Read More about Flinstones, Meet the Flintstones
Fit to Run
There is a great article in the San Jose Mercury News about the runners who have died in half marathon and marathons since September. Seven people have died trying to go the distance. It's very sad. The article questions whether or not some people racing are really "fit to race"? Something to think ... Read More about Fit to Run
Cloudy With A Chance Of Wet Run
I just checked the forecast for tomorrow and there is a 30% chance of rain at 6am and then it jumps to 50% at 7am and goes up from there! So, there is a very good chance I will get rained on during my long run tomorrow :( Boo. I am planning on 17 miles. I will report back tomorrow with actual ... Read More about Cloudy With A Chance Of Wet Run
7 Things…
No, I didn't truly get nominated for the Kreativ Blogger Award, but Bobbi did throw it out to everyone and I decided to catch it :) So, now I am going to tell you 7 things you don't already know about me.... 1. I have one tattoo 2. I always make "whore" jokes about myself and it causes ... Read More about 7 Things…
The Buddy System
I did Weight Watchers in college and it didn't work too well for me because it was hard for me to "buy into" the meetings since I felt out of place with the leaders other members, who were more like my mom than friends. But, I did always love that you had to go to a meeting and get weighed in and ... Read More about The Buddy System
Ice Cream in Season?
I love ice cream. More than you do. A lot more. Seriously. But, I usually cut back once it gets cold. I thought it was getting close to ice cream season being over, but today was nice and warm! So, I was craving ice cream!! I made a super fancy brownie sundae with banana soft serve, 1/2 VitaTop, ... Read More about Ice Cream in Season?
Sushi It Is!!!
I packed my lunch today (like usual), but really wanted sushi for lunch. I thought and thought about it until I caved and walked next door to Giant for some store bought sushi (I live on the edge). It was nothing fancy, but did satisfy the craving. I got California Rolls (maybe a CA craving?). To ... Read More about Sushi It Is!!!
Long Run Countdown
The Disney World Marathon is January 10th - that's only 11 weeks away! I usually countdown to races by how many long runs I have left to train. Here is my long run plan for the rest of training: 10/24 - 17 miles 10/31 - 19 miles 11/8 - 16 miles (in SFO with Meghann & co.) 11/14 - 18 ... Read More about Long Run Countdown
Fall Walk
My walk home today was gorgeous - I am loving all the pretty colors on the trees :) I enjoy my walks home, but I will be very happy when I have my car! My afternoon snack was yogurt and granola. It was really good! But when I came home I discovered a new package of Vitatops on my doorstep and had ... Read More about Fall Walk