Things settled down a bit this week. The Labor Day Holiday was low-key and relaxing. We had some much needed rain, the weather cooled toward the end of the week and I am running toward fall. Here’s how my workouts went. Sunday: Walk 4 miles, StrengthMonday: Walk 4 miles, Trail Run 4 milesTuesday: Walk 4 [Read More]
Running Into August
The dust is settling here as back-to-school time gets closer. Thing 2 has her “last first day” on Monday. Ready or not, senior year is here. Wasn’t I just dropping her off at preschool a few years ago? I say it often: Time flies. I’ve been quiet on social media lately because, well work has [Read More]
Grain-Free, High-Protein Cinnamon-Almond Granola
Granola is one of those things that seems healthy on the surface, yet when we read the label we realize it’s often packed with things we’d rather not have like loads of sugar, tons of carbs, empty calories etc. That doesn’t mean I don’t love it though, so I decided to make my own. Because [Read More]
Coffee-Collagen Popsicles
It’s been so hot this summer all I can do after a run (or ever) is flop down with something cool and refreshing. These coffee-collagen popsicles are perfect. I simply brew coffee as I normally would, add in Now Foods Collagen Peptides, a splash of half and half or creamer of your choice, and I [Read More]
Electrolyte Recovery Popsicles
This post contains affiliate links. Just in time for summer I’ve got a recipe that’s refreshing and sure to help you recover after a sweaty run or workout. Who Doesn’t love a good popsicle when the mercury soars? These aren’t just any popsicle though. I loaded them up with stuff athletes need, especially when it’s [Read More]
Grilled Black Cod with Pineapple Salsa
One of my goals this year is to eat more fish and learn how to prepare it at home. Sitka Salmon Shares is playing a large role in helping me bring this goal to fruition. Their fish is responsibly-caught by small-boat, family fishermen in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest. It’s blast frozen in Sitka then [Read More]
Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Protein Bites
Truth: I’ve maintained a 15-lb weight loss since being on the AutoImmune Protocol Diet for 6 weeks earlier this year, and continuing to stay gluten- and soy-free. Another truth: I love cake, but the regular kind is no longer an option for me. Sooooo I took some of the ingredients from one of my favorite [Read More]
Healthy Chicken, Quinoa and Parmesan Casserole
Confession: Frequently eating out or ordering takeout takes a toll on me. I just don’t feel great when I don’t eat well. Not surprising, right? That’s why simple, yet healthy and most importantly DELICIOUS go-to meals I can put together quickly are worth their weight in gold. As I research, plan and strategize my transition [Read More]
Roasted Sweet Potato & Tomato Soup
Baby it’s cold outside. Tired of hearing me whine about the record cold and snow for this time of year? Yeah me too. I’ll tell you what though: A nice hot bowl of hearty soup is especially tasty and comforting when the mercury drops. Today I’m sharing my recipe for Roasted Sweet Potato & Tomato [Read More]
