Posts by Fitnessista
Some weekend pics
Beach day: It’s hard to believe this is the same little one who was once afraid of sand. We can’t get her out of the water now 🙂 More gorgeous scenery: Giant organic and local berries from Costco: And flatbreads, purchased because the sample guy wouldn’t stop feeding us. The sweet jalapeño spread may be…
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Gear up for the Shape Up!
Morning, and happy Sunday! Since today is a plan and prep day, and Summer Shape Up starts in just one week, I thought it would a great time to introduce Summer Shape Up and talk about strategies to set yourself up for success. If you’re new to Summer Shape Up, you’re in for a treat!…
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Friday Faves
Hi! Happy Friday! Any fun plans this weekend? We have company this weekend: our friend (and Livi’s Tucson baby sitter) is here staying with us 🙂 She got in yesterday and we’re so excited to show her around. First on the list was takeout from OB Noodle House. Necessary. (insert pho pun here) Some faves…
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Protein pancakes without the protein powder
Hi guys! How’s your morning been? A little later post today. I spent a lot of the am getting ready (aka cramming) for my first practice barre class at the studio where I’ll be teaching. The good news is that we have freedom to design our routines, but we do a set order for each…
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Favorite recipes from other bloggers
Hi! How’s your day going? So glad you liked the standing core workout. <3 Let me know if you give it a try! Last night, Livi asked if we could have our dinner outside on the patio. The Pilot had grilled up some wild salmon with olive tapenade, and we enjoyed it al fresco with…
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Standing core workout
Did you know today is national running day? Are you celebrating? No running for this girl… I’m still a little bit sore from the race and going to give my legs a break. I’ll probably power walk in Orangetheory tomorrow and get back on the running train this weekend. If you missed it, check out…
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Spiced smashed potatoes
Potato, potahhhhhto…… I feel like I’ve had a few successes today: 1) I took a barre class, two days after the half marathon, as part of my training for work. (My first full practice class is Thursday! Wahoo!) I was on the fence if this was a success or failure, as I couldn’t complete about…
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Family staycation
This weekend, we enjoyed a little staycation here at the house since my bro, Meg, Lindy and Luna came to stay with us. I mentioned this in my last virtual coffee date post, but we are going to have a ton of company this summer! The guest room revolving door has already begun, and it’s…
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Summer bucket list
Thank you so much for all of the wonderful comments on my race recap! I’m hobbling around over here, but still have a smile on my face from an awesome weekend. We’ve had a blast with Kyle, Meg, Lindy and Luna, and went out to celebrate Meg’s birthday yesterday. 🙂 I was going to do…
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Suja Rock n’ Roll Half Marathon San Diego Recap
The images of dancing juices at the finish line must have worked, because after five years, I finally have a new PR for the half marathon <3 As you guys know, Suja invited me to participate in the half marathon here in San Diego and I was apprehensive about saying yes. After injuring myself and…
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Some race weekend pics
Kyle, Meg, Lindy and Luna are here! The boys driving the pups to the dog park: Sunday brunchin’: (and “almost-bottomess” mimosas. Do they have to put that in quotes to keep people from taking it super literally?): A great race (and new PR! I’ll have a fun recap in the am): With Meghann and Meb!…
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Friday Faves
Is it really Friday already? I think every week should include a 3-day weekend 🙂 What are you up to the next couple of days? Word on the street is that I’m running 13 miles this weekend. Pray for my soul. Also, Kyle and Meg, our friend Lindy (and Luna!!) will be here! I can…
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