Hello! How’s it going? This morning I was up bright and early for some long running miles. I got a little crazy with the sunblock but it’s probably for the best… While I was getting ready Vegas was about to jump on the hamper and I grabbed my phone for a picture because it was open (which it never ... Read More about I Think I Just Sold My Soul For Some Water?
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The Biggest Watermelon Of My Life
Hello! Happy Friday! How’s it going? It’s been fun over here, but a little chaotic. My little brother is staying with me for the week and I live in a small 1 bedroom, so he’s on the pullout couch (which actually is really comfy and I’ve gotten rave reviews on it from people who have slept over). ... Read More about The Biggest Watermelon Of My Life
Why I Completely Freaked Out On My Speed Run…
and it had nothing to do with running. For those of you following along – I got stung by something during my run on Thursday. I figured it was a bee. It hurt at the time and then kinda went away after a while? Maybe I just zoned out. When I got home and took a shower the place where I was ... Read More about Why I Completely Freaked Out On My Speed Run…
BeachBody GIVEAWAY!!!
Hello! Today I’m giving away TWO awesome gifts from BeachBody!! I’m super excited because I am obsessed with both of them right now. I’ve been using the BeachBody on Demand workouts and the performance drinks as complimentary to my running and it has been a complete game changer. I finally get it. ... Read More about BeachBody GIVEAWAY!!!
RnR Virtual Run Series And Discount Code
Hello! As part of the Rock N Blog team I scored some great discounts for those of you who want to run a Rock N Roll Half Marathon, Marathon or now… one of their virtual races! So at the end of the post is a discount code that is now valid for RnR Las Vegas and a link to the new virtual race ... Read More about RnR Virtual Run Series And Discount Code
Where to Run in San Jose California
The best way to get to know a new area is to walk or run around. Travel through life on foot! And I know a lot of you (okay a lot of me too) likes to run and needs to stay on a training plan while traveling. This weekend I was in San Jose and knew it would be a great place to run. The weather in ... Read More about Where to Run in San Jose California
2016 US Women’s Gymnastics Olympics Team Trials in San Jose TOP MOMENTS
Hello! I just got back from San Jose where the 2016 US Women’s Olympic Gymnastics Team was picked!! It was amazing and exciting and inspirational. I had a great time. There were so many events and memorable moments so I am just going to share the top 10 to keep this concise. To prepare for the ... Read More about 2016 US Women’s Gymnastics Olympics Team Trials in San Jose TOP MOMENTS
My First Baseball Game and Marathon Training Week Recap
Hello! I’m still in San Jose for the Women’s Gymnastics Olympic Trials! It has been amazing so far and tonight is the final competition and when everyone will find out who made the team. If you're still unsure where to bet on any sports event, you can try sites like 먹튀사이트. Traveling During ... Read More about My First Baseball Game and Marathon Training Week Recap
The Road to Rio via San Jose
Hello from San Jose, CA! I’m here for the US Women’s Gymnastics trials. It’s super exciting and fun!! But first let’s talk about running and eating… This morning I did another 9 miles in an effort to get some more miles on tired legs. Tomorrow is going to be a very happy rest day. After my ... Read More about The Road to Rio via San Jose
A Weird Long Run
Hello! How’s it going? Over here it’s going great! Except I had a really weird long run this morning… before we get into that I should share that Ben came after work with a big ol’ plate of chicken fingers and fries from Raising Cane’s. The last time he was in SoCal we tried both Cane’s and Chick ... Read More about A Weird Long Run
How I Make Myself Run
Hello! How are you? I am running right now actually! (Wave if you see my pass by.) Today we’re talking about ‘How I Make Myself Run’ <- it’s a question I get a lot! Every week RER readers ask me things like: “How do you make yourself run?” “You are so motivated! How do you do it?!” “I ... Read More about How I Make Myself Run
How To Bake Tostada Shells
It’s Taco Tuesday! I mean, Tostada Tuesday!! Which is almost better because you can pile the toppings on super high and go for it. There are so many jokes online and Instagram about how Taco Tuesday can be a problem. Yeah, it can be a problem if you are opposed to being addicted to tacos, but I ... Read More about How To Bake Tostada Shells
Best Running Songs for Summer 2016
Hi! I’ve been listening to podcasts and books while running lately (okay for a while now). But I always have music on my phone for hard runs when I need an extra push or for tempo runs. Podcasts make the time go by super fast (but don’t help my legs go fast for speedwork.) I’m still into the ... Read More about Best Running Songs for Summer 2016
Fourth of July BBQ Pictures and New Laptop
Hello! How was your weekend? Do anything super fun and festive for the 4th of July? I did a ton of stuff – including get a new laptop because my old one was starting to tell me “I am going to shut down any day now and you’re going to lose all your blog pictures since the beginning of time” – so I ... Read More about Fourth of July BBQ Pictures and New Laptop
Flag Cheese Tray and Marathon Training Week 7
Hello! How are you? What are you running? What are you eating? I’m wrapping up a week 7 of marathon training. It was a rough week because I had some stomach issues that kept me from fueling properly before and after my runs. Boo. But, it happens. I really need to review what I’ve been eating to ... Read More about Flag Cheese Tray and Marathon Training Week 7
2016 Goals Check In and How I got Locked IN My House
Hello! How are you? How was your June? It’s July 1st which means something very important to my fellow goal setters out there: The year is half way over and we should check in with our 2016 Goals How are you doing with your goals and resolutions for this year? My 2016 Goals: ... Read More about 2016 Goals Check In and How I got Locked IN My House