10 Miles, A Little Salsa and Mama’s Day Wknd Recap.

This morning’s workout- rolled out of bed and taught 55 minutes of power packed spin class amped up on caffeine. Always a good time.

My goal always is to make people look like that guy at the bottom. Torture is fun.

Hope you all had a wonderful weekend. Mine was filled with the things I love the most…running, dancing, and fun times with the cutest mama in town.

Let’s back it up to Saturday morning. I was up early to hit the streets…10 miles in my ‘hood for breakfast at an easy 9:20 pace.

Marathon training season is ramping back up for me so time to start cranking that mileage back up a bit…this race will be here before you know it.

I of course did stop a couple of times for water and to take photos of the sunrise as usual. It was a good run and time flew by quickly. I love going for long solo runs when I have lots on my mind. Just to work stuff out in my head and think things through in my crazy brain. I always come out on the other side with just a little bit more clarity.

I didn’t fuel or eat much before this run, but afterwards I worked up a bit of an appetite and had this Clif Bar along with lots of water. It was delicious with just a little jolt of caffeine and reminded me of those Thin Mint girl scout cookies.

After the run I met up with mama for lunch at this swanky restaurant by Klyde Warren Park which sits right the heart of downtown Dallas. Gorgeous day for a stroll.

We shared a little vino and cheese on the patio.

Later on in the evening I recharged the batteries with a nap and met up with a few of my running buddies to celebrate this hottie’s upcoming birthday. A little salsa dancing at Gloria’s.

Sunday I took mama to church and we had brunch at our favorite spot with my cousin Crystal and her two daughters, one is 2 and the other is 5. Love these sassy chicks.

Busy busy weekend but I still made time to stop by Trader Joe’s for my grocery haul. Yummy spinach salads on deck all week long.

Fun fun weekend and happy I got to spoil my mama cuz she’s the best ever.

Did you spend Mother’s Day with your mom/family? Did you run a long run or RACE? 

Have you ever gone salsa dancing? 

It’s my favorite.

TGIFriday Faves.

Thought I would share a few of this week’s favorites with you…

-26.2 bible verses for running…love these for running and for just life in general. I plan on putting some of these up on the wall as daily reminders.

-I saw this video on a couple of blogs yesterday. It really is amazing how we see ourselves.

-All of the Boston tribute shirts popping up. I’ve got to get my hands on one of them to wear in my next race.

-This post on the bond that we share as runners. I could not agree more. There is just something unbreakable about the friendships you share with your running buddies. We are such a tight knit community and I am so thankful for that.

Rock N Roll Dallas 2012

-Sharing a little sangria on the patio with my mama after a long long Monday. Totally needed that this week.

-I also had some of the most amazing ceviche ever in a little pineapple shell from this place. I love when my food looks like artwork.

Have a safe, fun, relaxing weekend!

TGIFriday Faves.

Hello hello! It’s Friday…that’s something to be hyped up about!

On to my faves for the week…

-These DIY patterned leggings. Maybe a fun little craft to do over the weekend? I love me some crazy pants.

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-Bunny yoga. Is there anything cuter? I think I need a pet like this one. He knows what’s up.

-Wedges for spring. Have my eye on these. Love.

-Love this post on the glorification of busy. Learning the hard way that this is not the way to go. Gotta slow that on down.

-Summer cantaloupe nail polish? Yes please.

-This hottie’s Winesday Wednesday post. Get on board.

-Um and this seriously made my day yesterday. Happy presents in the mail. Thanks, Jenny! Can’t wait to share these with my girls this weekend.

What are your faves this week?

Have a great weekend!

TGIFriday Faves.

Happy Friday! Hope you have some fun and relaxation in store for the weekend. I will be partaking in a little bit of Color Run action tomorrow with my ladies, and I couldn’t be more excited! The race is untimed so the goal is just to go out, get messy and have a good time.

It just occurred to me that I have no idea what I’m going to wear tomorrow. Maybe I should bring the pink tutu back? Not sure.

From the Firefly Run last year.

On to what I am loving this week…

-Pretty stacked bracelets. Every girl needs some. Mix and match and go to town.

-I am still loving chai green tea smoothies in my travel blender! Perfect for the days when I just need a quick recovery drink after teaching my classes.

-Bluebonnets! Spring in TX means you see bluebonnets everywhere you go. Love them so much I want to plant them on my porch. Every time I see them on the road I want to pull over and take photos because they are so lovely.

-My royal blue capris I wear for running. I need more crazy colors like these to wear everywhere.

-This website. Filled with lots of awesome things to make you smile.

-Words of enlightenment from the back of my kombucha.

What are you loving this week? Doing anything fun/crazy/cool this weekend?

TGIFriday Faves.

3 mile shakeout run this morning in preparation for Sunday’s half marathon…yes, the best way to toast to Friday. Cheers.

I hope everyone is feeling good and ready to kick off the weekend. I sure am.

Let’s talk about all of the things I’m loving this week…yes?

-Trying out new kombucha drinks…loving this one at the moment.

-Fun nights this week with amazing friends that make life worthwhile.

-TMI…this post seriously made me laugh this week. I think we as runners are all guilty of a little over sharing. I love it.

-Biscoff cookie butter…need I say more? Put some in your morning oats and go to town.

-Ombre nails? Totally want to try this out.

-A hot pair of pumps. Cuz every girl needs some.

-Justin Timberlake…just bought the album on iTunes and am seriously loving it. HOTHOTHOT. Keep rockin’ JT.

When’s the last time you had a GNO? What fashion essential could you not live without? 

Doing anything fun this weekend?

Running…JUST a half…you know.

TGIFriday Faves.

It’s Friiiday! That is something to smile about

This morning I subbed a spin class for a friend who is on spring break for the week…so I actually taught 6 spin classes total this week! Phew! Stick a fork in me I’m done. I love it though. Have I told you how much I love teaching this class? I have? Okay then we’ll move on.

My favorites this week…

-This little boy’s rendition of the Bruno Mars song ‘Grenade’. Isn’t he the cutest? I love how he’s so passionate. Thanks Alex for sharing.

-The skinny shamrock shake. Can I have this for breakfast? Looks so tasty. Save yourself the calories and make one.

-LOVING these Under Armour colored capris. My yoga instructor wore them the other day and I must have stared at her for 10 minutes. Not creepy or anything. Need them in my life.

-The 7 Rules of Brunch…every one of them hold true…check check and double check.

-Little sweet good morning/good night texts from my honey. Great way to start/end the day.

-Pops of neon. Need to find a beach somewhere so I can wear this dress.

-Words of wisdom from the oh so fabulous Amy Poehler.

Anything fun on tap for the weekend? Who is vacationing it? (and can you take me with you? I can fit into your luggage)

How many miles total are you running this weekend?

In between drinking something green…I’m gunning for 10.

TGIFriday Faves.

TGIF! Of course let’s start Friday out with a dance…cuz that’s just what we do. Shake it like a salt shaker.

Today is all about my faves for the week…let’s get right to it!

-On the go smoothies with my favorite new greek yogurt…Fage…I think I will go as far to say I like it better than Chobani? It is so creamy and has great texture! I put some this morning in my strawberry/banana/green tea smoothie. Good stuff.

-Getting presents in the mail last night after teaching back to back spin classes…just icing on the cake.

-Kicking back in these new shamrock Pro Compression socks…definitely rocking these on this weekend’s 14 mile run. Believe it.

 

-This RW article on ways to have more fun on the run. Love the bliss list.

Word.

-The color mint…with this chevron print…loving it.

-Changing my nail polish color every 24 hours…just cuz I can.

-Digging morning devotionals right now…like this one.

-Great girlfriends that make me laugh and smile everyday…you know who you are.

What are you up to this weekend? Anyone running a St. Patty’s Day race? 

TGIFriday Faves.

It’s Friday! AND the first of the month! Who wants to do the Friday dance with me? This guy does…

I am definitely ready for the weekend. Some laid back running with my buds, catching up with my girls, and letting my hair down! Plenty of reasons to celebrate.

Let’s hop to my favorites of the week.

-These shamrock pro compression socks. You all know about my obsession with these socks and I think you should add these to your wardrobe. Especially if you are running a St. Patty’s Day race! They are perfect. Check them out here. Save 40% off with SOM3 at checkout.

-Nails with one painted blinged out one. Love crazy nails. Definitely something to do while I catch up on all my shows this weekend.

-Chevron bic bands. I have a few of these and they are great for working out or running. I even wear them when I teach spin classes…and how awesome is that pattern? Gotta have it.

-This write up about my honey who made front page news after rocking his basketball game in Houston last night. Can we say star of the show, Mr. Harris?

He’s the tall one in the middle.

-Jennifer Lawrence backstage after her Oscar win. She cracks me up. Serious girl crushing going on here.

-Impulse signing up for this race. Check out my recap from last year here. Can’t wait to take over 13.1 miles of Dallas with my crew in a few short weeks!

What are you doing this weekend? Anyone running long or racing? Favorite things this week?

TGIFriday Faves.

It’s Friday so I had to kick things off right with an early morning run by the lake. Easy, short lived, shake out the legs little jaunt in preparation for Sunday’s marathon.

Yesterday was a complete rest day so this morning I was itching to get outside and just get some fresh air and some circulation in these legs of mine.

My favorites for the week-

-Compression socks under my work clothes. I am wearing the pink ones this morning and they feel oh so good. Happy legs and feet all day long.

-Teaching a power packed spin class full of hard working students. The energy in my classes this week was just electrifying. Get in where you fit in and grab that cycle pass early.

-Chia seeds. I am bringing the chia seed love back. I have a big bag of ‘em at my desk in my office…oh and can I just say oatmeal with pb, honey, and some chia seeds sprinkled on top? Heaven.

 

-New discovery this week- brownie mix and plain nonfat greek yogurt…and that’s it. No eggs or oil needed peeps. Plus you get to eat the batter, and we all know that’s the best part. I made them into little brownie-fied muffins.

-These maxi skirts…want one in every color. And they’re only $11…get ‘em while they’re hot.

-This BEP crazy remix. I love all crazy remixes I find on youtube. Seriously, just start clicking and you’ll find some good ones too.

Oh, off to go run another marathon. See you on the other side of 26.2!

What are you doing this weekend? Do you ever wear compression socks under your work clothes? (come on, don’t be shy) Any hot remixes you’ve discovered lately? 

TGIFriday Faves.

TGIF!! I don’t know about you but this has been a long week – I am ready for the weekend for sure! My last long run of the training season (10 miles) is tomorrow and then I will just be maxin’ & relaxin’!

Let’s kick things off with some of my favorites for the week-

-This top. I know lulu can be a bit pricey but sometimes you’ve just gotta splurge on the good stuff. How cute would this No Limits Tank be for yoga or a spin class? Definitely on my wish list.

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-I don’t know if I’ve told you about my obsession with marshmallows in the oven but they are my new decadent dessert…even burned a little bit they are tasty! So you can imagine my thoughts when I came upon this toasted marshmallow oreo milkshake!? I would probably use vanilla almond milk in mine but holy happiness I want to make this for breakfast. Or lunch, or dinner. Check it out here.

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-And this…I will have to remember this one for next week’s 26.2. Mounds of opportunity.

-Already looking at fall marathons and reading this girl’s recap about Long Beach from a few years back kinda makes me want to sign up for it right now. I need that happy running on the beach feeling in my life.

-Hello giggles…basically love everything on this site. The dailys have me cracking up at my desk.

True story…

-And this video…who could resist the animal cuteness.

What’s on deck for your weekend? Anyone racing/running/enjoying a drink on a patio somewhere? 

What item have you splurged on lately?