Runs with Pups

morning runs = the BEST. I do a simple loop around my neighborhood (4 miles today), and extend it onto the main road if I want some more mileage! Running doesn't always have to be a big, time consuming event. Any action is better than sitting on the couch with a cinnamon roll. 

This is actually my neighbors dog, but he's the sweetest thing ever. I am a firm believer in working out with your pets. It's great motivation for you, and what dog doesn't love getting run around with its favorite person in the world? So, moral of the story: get out! and take your doggie, too. 

xoxo

What a morning

Goooooood morning my fantastical foodies,

Today is already a great day. My one and only final is tomorrow, so to precede a dreadful day of notebooks and red ink, I decided to have a great morning.

Being a runner, I'm not sure there is any greater feeling than my feet trudging over pavement, grass, dirt - really anything as long as my heart is racing. Today I did about 6 miles - and at a new record I might add!! :) 

English muffin (whole wheat) + banana + peanut butter + avocado + crushed pepper

There if often much debate about the best thing to eat after a heavy workout or run. I am completely against protein shakes as a meal replacement (mostly because I love food too much), so in general i like to follow two rules: 1) carbs, 2) protein. And that's it! Fat is good too, but it usually accompanies the other two in some shape or form! Additionally I love the whole chocolate milk as a recovery drink thing, so I participate in that a lot too. :) I drink fat/lactose free Mootopia chocolate milk from HEB, not because I'm lactose intolerant or anything but just because it's thinner and a little easier on the post-run tummy. 

That's all for today foodies, make it a great one! xoxo