Hi! How are you? I’m great because we’re talking about cocoa again today! And I’m feeling great because I’m sipping iced coffee right now… my favorite. I’ve been working with CocoaVia® cocoa extract supplement for a while now. I made a fancy iced coffee with the Unsweetened Dark Chocolate ... Read More about Can You Just Eat Chocolate To Get the Health Benefits?
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2 Ways to do Egg Toast
Hello! How’s your running and eating going this week? Today’s run was just okay, but the eats were pretty awesome. I did 6 miles at a slow pace and some strength work after. I need a good long stretch now. I just feel so tight! Then, it was breakfast time! I’m all about the fancy toast ... Read More about 2 Ways to do Egg Toast
Confession, I Call My Mom Noname
Hi! How are you? I had a super busy Monday. I scheduled a bunch of calls and an appointment back to back, plus I avoided my email all weekend so I had a pile waiting for me. I’ve been super productive today but I do have a few confessions I want to get off my chest too… I went to my brother’s ... Read More about Confession, I Call My Mom Noname
Stages of a Long Run
Training for a half marathon or marathon? You’re probably familiar with the ups and downs of doing a long run. It’s totally normal to love running one second and hate it the next. Mid-run I love the taste of mocha gu, but it’s probably gross to just have as a snack. Running is weird. And ... Read More about Stages of a Long Run
Scenes from My Run and an Embarrassing Moment
Maybe this will finally teach me to stop cussing... We've all seen those funny autocorrects where your phone changes what you meant to say into something that is either perverted or offensive or so random the recipient thinks you've lost your mind. Everyone I text with knows that I exclusively use ... Read More about Scenes from My Run and an Embarrassing Moment
The Wall Squat Diet
Hello! How’s it going? Over here it’s going good, except my part-time photographer is being a pain to work with. He thinks he’s helping with artistic direction, but I don’t think we have the same eye for blogging. She is a professional Washington DC event photographer with exceptional work and ... Read More about The Wall Squat Diet
Running with Hypothyroidism
I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism a few years ago. At the time I didn’t really think it was a big deal. I didn’t feel bad or anything, I just knew there had to be something wrong with my metabolism since I have always had the hardest time losing weight. My doctor did a few extra blood tests ... Read More about Running with Hypothyroidism
Easy Creamy Chicken and Potatoes
Hi! How’s it going? Over here it’s going good except I woke up in the middle of the night and could not go back to sleep. Ugh. I ended up staying awake catching up on email for a few hours. Since I was up I had some Cheerios and coffee. I thought I was just going to ‘power through’ but ended up ... Read More about Easy Creamy Chicken and Potatoes
You Signed Up For A Race – Now What?
Yeah! You just signed up for a race!! Now what? Signing up is just step one. Now you start the work and planning for a successful run. It doesn’t matter if it’s a 5k, 10k, half marathon or a full 26.2 miles – there are certain things all runners should do when they sign up for a race. Check out ... Read More about You Signed Up For A Race – Now What?
Skinny Rum Punch Recipe
Hello and Happy National Rum Punch Day! Who doesn’t love a good cocktail? (If you don’t love a cocktail please call me because I need a designated driver for tonight.) Before we talk about drinking, let’s talk about running and eating shall we? We shall. I had a dentist appointment ... Read More about Skinny Rum Punch Recipe
What Kind of Treats Do Mexican Dogs Like?
Hello! Happy Monday! I think I’ll call it Medal Monday today in honor of the runner instagram tradition to share your medal pics. I don’t have any new race medals to share, but Vegas was sleeping against this wall right now and I took a picture. Then, I realized the poster was coming off the wall ... Read More about What Kind of Treats Do Mexican Dogs Like?
Running is a PAIN in the Groin
Hello! How are you? Today was a long run day for me so I got up nice and early to get ready. Getting ready for a long run is a longer process than getting ready for a usual day of work or school. It involves the bathroom, two different drinks, food, sunblock, making sure my phone has a good podcast ... Read More about Running is a PAIN in the Groin
How You’re Putting Yourself in Danger Every Run
Hello! How are you? Are you running safer and smarter this week? Today was a rest day for me so I did a round of 21 day fix. Then, I took a short walk to get some fresh air before starting my day. I can’t even remember what I listened to this morning! I might have just been caught up in my head ... Read More about How You’re Putting Yourself in Danger Every Run
Runner Safety Self Defense Tools
Today we’re talking about self defense tools for runners. If you have knowledge or experience with safety tools to use while walking or running please chime in below. This morning I set out for a short run with 10x 100m strides at the end. I usually don’t enjoy speed-work but these are short ... Read More about Runner Safety Self Defense Tools
Runner Safety Week See and Listen
Hi! How’s your week going? Have you changed anything in your running routine? Today’s runner safety topic is about being seen and listening. Check it out below! This morning I ran without a running buddy, but I was on a path that has other people and houses around (not horses this time). I ... Read More about Runner Safety Week See and Listen
Running Safe – Get a Run Buddy
Hi! Did you check in yesterday (at least with yourself) and think about where you run? Today we're talking about another runner safety issue... But first let's talk about kitchen safety because I managed to somehow burn off all the water while cooking hard-boiled eggs and completely fried the ... Read More about Running Safe – Get a Run Buddy