After a very HOT summer – that’s still going strong actually, I am more than ready for some cooler Fall temps for running. Fall is the best season for running for a lot of reasons… - Cooler weather = better running - Lots of good Halloween and Thanksgiving food (T day is my favorite day of the ... Read More about Fall Running Gear Must Haves
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On a Scale of 1-10 How Crazy Do I Look…
Well that mild weather only lasted one day because this morning’s run was HOT. I went out for a 6 mile run and ended up needed water on the way back. I bought this GALLON of H2O because it was only 64cents. I guess I get 6 miles to the gallon… Breakfast was the usual eggs and oatmeal combo. I ... Read More about On a Scale of 1-10 How Crazy Do I Look…
Dark Chocolate Sauce Recipe (Dairy Free)
Hello! I am a big fan of Meatless Monday and have a series of posts with Mexican Meatless Monday recipes. But today's idea is NOT for dinner, it's for dessert. I usually celebrate meatless Monday with the usual breakfast – eggs and toast with PB; lunch – a big salad topped with beans and rice; ... Read More about Dark Chocolate Sauce Recipe (Dairy Free)
An Old Cookbook…
Hello from Florida! This morning the weather was spectacular (for FL) – cool and a little overcast at around 75 degrees. That’s the best I can ask for around here, so I’ll enjoy it! Sportin’ my HOKAS I really did enjoy my run this morning because I saw a manatee!!! If you know me at all you ... Read More about An Old Cookbook…
A Drunk Gorilla or Chocolate Covered Strawberries?
Hello! Happy weekend time! How’s it going? SoCal was still riding the heat wave all week so my long run was less than amaze. At some point in my life I had a yogurt bowl with pumpkin spice almonds. I’m in love. Since Ben was in town for his birthday I got him an Edible Arrangement. I just got him ... Read More about A Drunk Gorilla or Chocolate Covered Strawberries?
Pumpkin Spice Almonds Recipe
Hello! Happy Friday!! How did this week seem so long when it was only a 4 day work week? Luckily it’s been a great week full of amazing food and fun and love and super HOT weather. But I prefer hot to cold any day. Vegas is so hot I’m thinking about shaving him. Anyone want to help? Even ... Read More about Pumpkin Spice Almonds Recipe
Le Tote Discount Code and Review
Hello! Today’s post is about fashion (via Le Tote), cats, fashionable cats and a discount code! Well, the discount code is for Le Tote, not for the cat but let me know if you want to borrow him for a few days… “Whhhhat?!” – Vegas the cat. I am working with Le Tote to share some information ... Read More about Le Tote Discount Code and Review
I Only Know How to Make Turkey
Today is predicted to be the hottest day of the year in SoCal!! So far that looks to be true – check it out, it’s like 102 right now!!?!! Last night I was ‘pretzel-ed up’ with Ben on the couch (he is obsessed with cuddling, kind of like a puppy but less hairy and a lot bigger). Anyway. I ... Read More about I Only Know How to Make Turkey
Ironically I Don’t Even Like Meat
In continuing with Ben’s relaxing day we went to his pick for dinner – Agora Churrascaria in Irvine - aka Brazilian steakhouse aka ‘the meat parade’ . Funny enough I remember my ex-BFs sister talking about an ‘all you can eat’ Brazilian BBQ and calling it the meat parade. She and I were both ... Read More about Ironically I Don’t Even Like Meat
Float Therapy For Runners
Hello! How was your holiday weekend? I ran the Disneyland Half Marathon Sunday and then had the most relaxing day of my life yesterday. Seriously. Ben is in town and it was his birthday so we did all the things he loves = relax and eat meat. And I tried a float tank! It was weird but good. First, ... Read More about Float Therapy For Runners
Disneyland Half Marathon Recap and Results
I just ran the Disneyland Half Marathon! I’m very happy that I joined the local charity Team All 4 Kids to do this Disney race. Thank you to everyone that donated. Here is the results and recap more on my running costume coming soon! I made my Sleeping Beauty costume top yesterday. The skirt and ... Read More about Disneyland Half Marathon Recap and Results
Disneyland Half Marathon and 10K Race Weekend Tips
Run Disney throws some of the best races / parties on foot anywhere. I’ve run the 10K and Half Marathon at Disneyland in the past and it’s really a BLAST. But, I know a lot of runners are coming from out of town or this is your first race – so I have some tips to share. 1. Get to the expo ... Read More about Disneyland Half Marathon and 10K Race Weekend Tips
ProCompression Discount Code and Giveaway
Hola! How’s it going? I have a great ProCompression Discount code and giveaway today. I have been a big fan of Pro’s compression socks for years now. So check it out below if you’ve been waiting to get a pair. First, let’s talk walking and eating… I listened to the latest Undisclosed ... Read More about ProCompression Discount Code and Giveaway
Fit Food Review TJ’s PB&J Greek Yogurt VLOG
Hello! How’s it going? Sorry if you actually kinda like me a little and have noticed I’ve been posting less. I’m studying to be a Health Coach and am doing the Integrative Nutrition program. It’s taking up some of the time I used to be posting so I’ve stepped it down to once a day. The good news ... Read More about Fit Food Review TJ’s PB&J Greek Yogurt VLOG
Best of August 2015
Hello! How’s it going? I’m over here watching Total Divas with Vegas on the couch. He likes that I’m addicted to TV because he feels like I’m just here to hang out with him and wants me to change my running blog to a cat pics blog. It’s September! This year has flown by surprisingly fast. ... Read More about Best of August 2015
High Protein Almond Butter Review
Hello! Today I have a fun fit food review for high protein almond butter. But first, let’s talk about running working out… I joined a gym again last week! I really need to change up my workouts to avoid injury and make sure I’m a more well rounded athlete. If I don’t have a yoga or fitness ... Read More about High Protein Almond Butter Review