As I’ve locked down healthier habits over the last couple years, I’ve noticed traveling can be a particularly tricky time for keeping up with workouts and making good food choices. After spending several months in California working a few different internships while crashing at my boyfriend’s place, I finally headed back to Illinois on Sunday….
Archives for August 2012
Pancakes and a Workout
I’ve been busy creating things today! For breakfast I made some cottage cheese pancakes, and soon after, I did an interval treadmill run. I’ve got a horrible picture, recipe, and workout for you! Please try to contain your excitement. This also means I actually have content to add to my Fitness and Recipe pages. Aw…
Overcoming the Mental Struggles of Running
Today, I did my long run, doing about 9 miles. The last…hmm…5+ miles were quite painful…mentally. I woke up at 5:30 so I could get in the run before the sun and heat could slow me down. Anger and excuses tend to fill my mind when I’m uncomfortable, such as on long runs. So, I…
Weird Foods You Need to Try
Weird foods can be quite delicious if you know what you’re doing. As I’ve discovered new ingredients and tried strange concoctions, I have acquired quite a few healthy favorites. Most are plays on traditional items. Thanks to the addicting wonderful world of Pinterest, I keep finding even more healthy foods I want to try. I’ll admit…
And So It Begins
Hello, blogging world! I’ve been considering starting a healthy living blog for quite awhile now. About a year or so ago, I discovered a few running and fitness blogs and became slightly obsessed ever since. I figured…if I love writing a blog anywhere as much as I love reading them, maybe this could be a…
