Last week I challenged you to share with me the reasons why you do this crazy thing called running.
The response that I received was overwhelmingly awesome!
It was so cool to read everyone’s reasons, because they are all so different.
Looking for some motivation?
Read the stories below and I bet one of them will light a fire under your caboose.
I know it has for me!
As many of you know, I just (praise the Lord!) recovered from a minor hamstring injury that forced me to pull out of Rock n’ Roll San Diego.
Boo!
But! I am back running and haven’t had any problems with my hamstring since.
WOO WHOO!
Or maybe it is in my head?
Who knows.
I am feeling a little off this week. Continue reading
As a runner, there are certain things that really piss me off!
I am sure most people don’t understand, but maybe you (being a fellow runner) will agree with me…
Pull your head out of your ass, man! I mean come on! It’s called peripheral vision, use it and check out your surroundings before you come to a complete freakin’ stop. I understand that you are tired, but really? Continue reading
On Saturday, May 7, 2016 I was the 2:30 pacer for the Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon.
This was my first assignment for Beast Pacing and what a day it was.
But, I am skipping ahead a little.
Published courtesy of JulieCat in the Kitchen’s blog:
Well, I think oatmeal is fascinating! It’s a blank canvas and that’s what make it so wonderful. So, I decide to add a few little twists to this simple breakfast food, but as my usual goes…nothing fancy, just good.
Quinoa Oatmeal with Berries and Chia Seed
– 1 Cup Steel Cut Oats
– 1/2 Cup Quinoa: rinsed
– 3 tb. Chia Seed
– 3 1/2 to 4 Cups Water Continue reading
Published courtesy of JulieCat in the Kitchen’s blog:
I love cooking dishes that incorporate “special” ingredients, and most of all, I love recipes that are quick and easy (who doesn’t?). This salad was so good, and it was ready in just a matter of minutes! You have to try this one.
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This blog posting day is quickly becoming one of my favorites.
I love cooking up delicious food, taking pictures of it and then sharing it with you all.
As runners, we know the food is fuel.
And, as they say…
And this meal is officially the greatest breakfast on the planet.
No joke man.
Complete with complex carbs, protein and the healthy fats that we need to power through our day.
Published courtesy of JulieCat in the Kitchen’s blog:
Monday was a long day this week, and I was seriously contemplating the option of ordering take-out after work (super greasy Chinese seemed like the perfect ending to a busy day). However, a sudden burst of creativity and the need to unwind in front of the stove (cooking relaxes me, I know I’m weird) made me think otherwise. I made this within a half hour and it was sooooo worth the extra effort:
Excuses are like $&@#*^, everyone has one.
So, there. Just throwing it out there. I’m admitting to my failure. The 12 days of clean eating DID NOT, I repeat did not go according to plan.
Life just got in the way.
i have found that in the mist of failure, however, most people just give up. I don’t roll like that. You have to pick yourself up by your bootstraps and keep on trucking. This is my plan.
The clean eating challenge will resume… Tomorrow. Ha! I am currently visting my best friend in Long Beach and I know the reality of what will occur today. Food and alcohol… Yup. I’m just being honest.
I am looking forward to what 2013 has to offer and show me in the coming year. I have a lot to thank God for and a lot I will accomplish.
You say failure, I say stepping stone. Boom.
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