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Cherry Blossom 10 Miler 2016 Race Recap
Well, my friends: I did it! I finally got my new 10 miler PR!! 10 miles in 1:17:34 – a 7:45 minute mile pace. Woo!!! Who knew 25 mph wind with up to 50 mph gusts was totally my jam?! Juuuust kidding –...
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Recent Eats
Hey friends! There’s been a lot of fitness talk over here lately and not a whole lot of food. Let’s discuss some recent eats of note, shall we? One night last week Matt and I threw together a really...
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Vegan Kale Caesar Salad Recipe
This vegan kale caesar salad recipe tastes just like classic caesar salad, despite being vegan! Enjoy it as a side dish, or as a meal with some bread on the side or whole grains on top. I am obsessed...
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Abstainers vs. Moderators: Do They Exist?
Does the concept of abstainers vs. moderators really exist? I’m in the mood for something a bit deeper today – care to join me? Last week, I saw a really interesting post about abstainers vs....
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Things I’m Loving Lately
Hi friends – and happy Friday! I hope it’s a beautiful one for all of you. Thank you for your insightful comments on my Abstainers vs. Moderators: Do They Exist? post from yesterday – loved hearing...
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Cookie Monster to Altitude Master: How Jason Fitzgerald Upgraded His Diet and...
I’m on vacation this week and have asked my Nutrition for Runners co-author, running coach Jason Fitzgerald of Strength Running, to share a guest post on how his diet has changed (and consequently, his...
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Pensacola Beach, Florida Adventures
Hi friends! As you know, Matt and I are currently on vacation in Florida! Matt’s brother is getting married this coming weekend and we came down early – because, why not? We’re currently making the...
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Wine Pairings Delivered to Your Door
Thank you to Blue Apron for sponsoring this post! Check the end of the post for discounts on Blue Apron meals and wine. Fun news, you guys: Blue Apron, our favorite dinner companion, now offers more...
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3 Reasons to Stop Calorie Counting
Hi there! I’m Rachael, Columbia, SC private practice dietitian, food/wellness blogger at Avocado A Day, and one of the two other dietitians launching Joyful Eating, Nourished Life, the 6 week online...
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Seaside, Florida Adventures
Hey friends! Matt and I are on our way back to DC after a fun few days in Seaside, Florida for his brother’s wedding! I’ll be back tomorrow to share a recap of the rehearsal dinner and wedding day fun,...
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WaterSound, Florida Wedding
Hi friends! I’m back with one final recap from our Florida trip! (Miss the first two? Here they are: Seaside, Florida adventures and Pensacola, Florida adventures.) As you know, Matt and I were in...
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Packing in Nutrition with Pre-Dinner Snacks
Thank you to Sabra for sponsoring this post! When I was little, I remember hovering around my mom when she was making dinner, hungry and being a bother. Her response? She’d feed us veggies. I...
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Food and Fitness Fun
Hey friends! Happy Wednesday! For those of you on the east coast – how about this summery weather? It’s been so warm here this week – perfect for deck eating! I didn’t get a picture of last night’s...
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Adventures in Florida Citrus
Good morning from my second home, an airplane! I’m on my way back to DC from Florida after a quick press trip. I miss the palm trees already! Random sidenote: at the airport this morning I rocked this...
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A Spring Weekend in DC
Hello my friends! Matt and I had a nice, relaxing weekend here in DC. It was great to be home after all our travels! I treated myself to a calming evening yoga class on Friday at my old favorite Edge...
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How to Make Chicken More Interesting
A few nights ago, Matt and I made a super simple (but delicious) dinner that I thought was worth sharing. Want to know how to make chicken, rice, and veggies more interesting? Add black beans! Maybe...
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A Day in the Life
It’s been a while since I did a Day in the Life post, so let’s toss one in the mix, shall we? Here’s what I was up to yesterday. 5:52 a.m. – Alarm goes off (the extra 2 minutes makes the difference, I...
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My Fave Homemade Veggie Burgers
Hello my friends! Matt and I had a really fun night last night because one of my best friends from college, Lu (aka Laura), and her boyfriend Connor are here visiting! They are on a big road trip...
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Recent Eats + Weekend Reading
Hi friends – happy Friday! I’m getting ready to head to the airport in a few minutes for my Vermont half marathon adventures (see Wednesday’s Day in the Life post for more details!) but wanted to pop...
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Middlebury Maple Run Half Marathon Race Recap
Yesterday, I ran my 18th (whoa) half marathon: the Middlebury Maple Run in Vermont! It’s totally insane to me that I’ve done so many half marathons – I still remember running 6 miles for the first time...
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