Friday Thrive
Hi there – happy Friday! This week has felt long, although I think for me that’s been because I’ve spent the first half of the
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Post Race Treats
I love training and racing hard. I enjoy the entire racing process, from creating a plan to crossing the finish line. But beyond grinding it
2017 Lake Sammamish Half Marathon Recap
While our times are often measured in hours and minutes, many runners will agree that seconds make a difference. A few difference of seconds on a
Sprouted Wheat Muffins & Stonyfield B Corp Announcement!
This post is sponsored by Stonyfield. As a Stonyfield YoGetter, I am compensated. All opinions expressed are my own. Today, I have a delicious sprouted
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! This week was quite the busy week, with Fat Tuesday, Ash Wednesday, and the Lake Sammamish Half Marathon all bundled up into one
Roasted Root Vegetable Hash
I know those of you other parts of the country may feel differently about this, but in the Seattle area it feels as if it’s
February in Review: Focus
Coasting off of January’s inertia, I focused in this month closely on a couple of my winter goals. February was spent sharpening up for the
Lake Sammamish Half 2017 Training Week 8
This week was so busy that it’s hard to believe I was running in Bend, Oregon only a week ago! My training this week didn’t
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! Thanks to the holiday weekend, this week went by quickly, so it’s time for another addition of Friday Thrive! Eat Now that the weather
In Bend, Oregon: Where to Run and What to Do
I didn’t fall in love with a place until I was 21. I spent a semester abroad and traveled with every opportunity, from Berlin to
Staying Sane on the Treadmill {Run It Round Up}
Another month, another edition of Run It! While spring may be inching closer, there’s still plenty of winter weather yet to come. This month’s Run It
Lake Sammamish Half 2017 Week 7
How was your President’s Day weekend? Ryan and I spent the weekend in Bend, Oregon and enjoyed a fantastic weekend of running and snowboarding. This
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! I really enjoyed introducing the Friday Thrive last week, so I will be making this a regular feature on the blog. I like sharing
Dig Deep
In college, I utilized Jillian Michael’s videos for strength training. A roommate introduced me to her videos when we studied abroad in Germany and had no
How Base Phase Training Can Help You Run Faster
Most of the running community – coaches such as myself, magazines, and runners – focus mostly on race specific training or recovery periods. But what
12 Valentine’s Day Recipes
Valentine’s Day is a holiday oriented around food. Some couples prefer the wine and dine experience of a meal out, while others find that cooking
Lake Sammamish Half 2017 Training Week 6
T.S. Eliot mused that April is the cruelest month, but I disagree. February is the cruelest month. This week began with above average snowfall and
Friday Thrive
Happy Friday! False alliterations hurt my brain a bit, but the theme of this post plays on the popular format of Friday Five with five
Ginger Pear Greek Yogurt Cheesecake Bars
I don’t eat dessert often (I prefer a craft beer or glass of Cab over a piece of cake), so when I do crave dessert,
Total Body Medicine Ball Workout for Runners
My preferences for strength training continually change, and currently I prefer either the small stability exercises with the band (clamshells, band walks, donkey kicks) or
Why You Should Take Breaks from Running
A glaring “0 miles”marks a week in my December training log. From December 5 to 13 of last year (2016) I did not lace up my running
Lake Sammamish Half 2017 Training Week 5
This week is one of the weeks that I simply love living in the Seattle area. Even with a random February morning of snow, the
Mediterranean Quinoa Kale Salad
My favorite flavor profile is that of Mediterranean cuisine. Some of my favorite foods are Syrian and Lebanese style shawarma, falafel, hummus, and similar dishes.
I Don’t Want Winter to End
Winter is often the recipient of so much contempt. I used to despise winter: the sub-zero temperatures, the snow drifts as tall as me, and