Life Update: It's been a long time since I just talked about what the current state of my life is, so I thought I'd do a quick recap. Life plugs along as usual, and another school year is coming to close. With that comes a constant stream of activities, finals, open houses, … [Read more...]
Homemade Recovery Accelerator Popsicles: Post Run Snack
Looking back on my "running life," always gives me a good laugh. I'm going to really age myself here, but when I started running there were no energy gels, the only electrolyte that was available was Gatorade, and recovery drinks and foods? Nope! This is how running went back … [Read more...]
Popcorn Chocolate Chip Banana Cookies: Pre or Post Run Fuel
I've got three small children, so every time we pull out the Popcorn, which is often, they remind me that popcorn has been a part of American culture as far back as the first Thanksgiving when the Native Americans served it to the pilgrims--fun facts that they learn at school! I … [Read more...]
Lemon Ginger Energizing Chia Shots- Homemade Pre or Post Run Drink
I think it's safe to say that most people value, or at least desire, more energy. Pretty much everyone I know is exhausted, whether they are trying to kickstart their careers, parenting, or just plain old lack of sleep. I'm no exception and I drink way too much coffee and tea to … [Read more...]
Why GREEN Foods Are So Important for Runners
I am a NOWWellness Influencer and have been given products to sample, however, I was not paid to write this post. The FTC requires that I disclose this but I was using and loving many of them before working with this company. All opinions are my own. It's pretty safe to … [Read more...]
4 Ingredient Healthy Valentine’s Day Treats
It has been a crazy busy week. My husband and I spent two days cleaning out a garage that has been a mess for four years. I know, I'm not proud, but it was full of junk and "things" that we haven't used in ages. After the first day I was sore, and after the second day I felt like … [Read more...]
Homemade Grain-Free Gluten-Free Granola
Both my husband and my daughter suffer from gluten intolerance and other GI issues. It has been many years of discomfort for my husband and my daughter seems to get worse and worse the older she gets. The doctors have told us there is no real cure so out of sheer desperation we … [Read more...]
Easy Oatmeal Nut Butter Granola Bars
There is finally a chill in the air here in Southern California. I put on my long sleeve shirt and long pants for the first time since last winter and it feels great! I was wondering when I would get into the Thanksgiving spirit and now that the weather is a little cooler, I am … [Read more...]
17 Pantry Staples That Every Runner Needs
When I had my first child back in 2005, I did a lot nesting in anticipation of his birth. Part of that was a major cleaning of our pantry. I basically took everything out onto the counter and threw out any foods that didn't have some nutritional value. To put it bluntly, I got … [Read more...]
The Best Foods for Runners and a Honey Chipotle Black Bean Burger Recipe
I remember when I first started running over a decade ago, I read and fell in love with the book called "Born to Run." If you are a seasoned runner you may be familiar with it, if you are just starting out I highly recommend it. Why I bring this up is that one section of the … [Read more...]
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