As an active, marathon-training vegetarian there are specific nutrients I'm trying to focus on getting into my diet more regularly. Pre, during and post run fueling is tricky and getting it right can mean all the difference in the world, but lately I've been thinking more about the nutrients I might be missing due to eliminating meat and most dairy from my diet. A few of those key nutrients … [Read more...] about Vanilla Strawberry Protein Smoothie
Say it, Do it! {formatting issues}
{If you’re new to SIDI here’s some info: At the beginning of each week on FCITC “Say it, Do it” is a chance for us to commit to our workouts for the week by saying them out loud here and keeping each other accountable.} The format of last week's planned workouts just didn't workout too well. I was flying high after a great week of workouts, but my legs just weren't on board. I can be … [Read more...] about Say it, Do it! {formatting issues}
5 Things To Do If Rain is the Forecast for Race Day
When it comes to prepping for your goal race there's one thing you have no control over, the weather. Obsessively, checking weather.com won't do anything other than add to your race day stress. The best thing you can do is focus on what you can control to get ready for race day. Truth be told, running in the rain can be harder than running in the cold (check out this Runner's World … [Read more...] about 5 Things To Do If Rain is the Forecast for Race Day
Reason #4,352 to come to Run Club on Saturday
Where: Lululemon East 66th Street (3rd avenue between 67th and 66th street) What: Choose Your Own Adventure Long Run (up to 15 miles) Why: Because running with friends is always better When: Saturday, April 6 at 9:00 am The Rewards: #1. Each person who comes on Saturday will be entered into a drawing to win a 45-minute outdoor personal training session focused on running specific strength work … [Read more...] about Reason #4,352 to come to Run Club on Saturday
Say it, Do it! {how i got here}
{If you’re new to SIDI here’s some info: At the beginning of each week on FCITC “Say it, Do it” is a chance for us to commit to our workouts for the week by saying them out loud here and keeping each other accountable.} Saturday morning I met up with my favorite long run, running partner Lora. She had 20 on tap, but lucky for me I only had 18. Overall I felt good for the first 14 miles. … [Read more...] about Say it, Do it! {how i got here}
ISO: A Better Fitting Sports Bra
Sports bras are a big deal in my world. I basically wear one all day, everyday since I live in workout apparel. As a 32D (well, last night I found out that I'm not exactly a 32D) who runs and does plyometrics in front of groups of people on a regular basis, I'm extremely picky about my sports bras. The biggest issue I struggle with is fit. Most sports bras aren't made for small people with a … [Read more...] about ISO: A Better Fitting Sports Bra