One of the key elements of marathon training is not just laying down the distance but the nutritional aspect. They say for every mile you run, you burn about 100 calories. As I climb the ladder in distance one long run could burn 1800-2200 calories. Those calories need to be replenished. Not to mentioned during … More Marathon Training Nutrition and Fueling
This of course being my fourth half, I had a better sense now on what I needed to fuel me in the days leading up to race day. Friday night I made tomato basil chicken with roasted potatoes for dinner. I enjoy cooking, and this was a super easy and delicious dish to make. I … More WIAW: Fueling for my Half.
Happy Tuesday! I hope everyone had a good Monday. We are another day closer to Friday so turn that frown upside down! I’m thinking of all my friends and fellow bloggers in the northeast and along the east coast still getting hit with the snow 😦 This week the Fit Dish is dishing out on … More Caramelized Onion, Bacon and Goat Cheese pizza.
Overcoming unhealthy temptations or cravings is not necessarily always easy! I am thankful that growing up my mom always made sure I have my serving of fruit with breakfast, carrot sticks in my lunch and if I was really good I could have a small piece of candy after dinner. I was raised on water … More Clean Eating – Overcoming Unhealthy Temptations