October 14, 2013

[gallery] This weekend called for my longest training run, 20 miles! It ended training week 13 of 16. I had been nervous about this run but it turned out to be not so bad. My training program actually had me doing two 20-milers but the first one got downsized to a 10-miler and I felt that one 20-miler was plenty…

Soooo….you’re not vegan….?

October 11, 2013

That is a direct quote from my check-out woman at Trader Joe’s earlier this week. She was very confused as she held up my prosciutto and my vegan cheese. I explained to her I try to avoid dairy when possible so I’d be giving this vegan cheese a try. I tested it out this week and have mixed feelings- more…

Asics to Launch Fitness Beach Wear

I just read about this new product line on Well+Good and I am pumped! You guys know I am a huge Asics fan, plus I’ll be happy to upgrade my frumpy Nike one-piece for this sporty two-piece suit. Products launch in January 2014- just in time for the start of triathlon training! Image via

October 10, 2013

[gallery] My preference is to shop for workout clothes (hi, i want this, this and this) but I do work in an office so yes, occasionally I need to buy real clothes. Last night I stopped in C. Wonder and recommend you do the same. Right now they have an extra 50% off sale prices (also available online). I scored…

[gallery] If you’ve got a grill then you need to try this recipe. Oh so good and oh so easy. On a large piece of tinfoil, spread out cubed butternut squash (you can buy it already cut up at Trader Joe’s), drizzle olive oil over the squash, sprinkle with a little salt, pepper and cinnamon and toss in fresh rosemary…

October 8, 2013

[gallery] The last thing I want to do after work last night was battle the crowds at Trader Joe’s but my pantry was empty and I needed to get it done. Wandering the aisles of that crazy store is miserable so I’ve been making an effort to think about my shopping list and potential meals before I enter the store.…

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