A great miler back in the 80’s had a great quote in an interview that has applications to many areas of life and sport. I’m re-quoting via Elite Marathoning’s FB status update this weekend: [The Miler] said “going into every race I resigned myself to the fact that the next 4 minutes were going to…
Training recap: My first 50 mile week! Also the first week where I’ve started to feel like an athlete again! I am no where near fast yet, but at least I’m seeing progress, which is so priceless!! *Love* On tap this week for workouts were: *11 mile progression run on a cold and snowy New…
Shirley J contacted me a while back and asked me to try out their “Timeless grains-cranberry almond cereal“. Since I absolutely love oatmeal, I didn’t hesitate! It’s a hot flavored grain cereal, sort of like oatmeal, but with 18 different grains (as well as cranberries and almonds – if you didn’t get that from the…
Ingredients: 5 1/4 c. flour (whole wheat, all-purpose, bread flour, or combination!) 4 T. sugar 1 1/2 tsp. salt 1 1/2 T. oil 2 c. hot water PLUS: 1 pkg. quick active yeast 1/2 tsp. sugar 1/4 c. warm water (not too hot or you’ll ruin the yeast) Directions: Pour the contents of…
First, a personal story: After NYC, I didn’t want to run. Period. It was the first time I have ever felt that way. Chris knew where I was at mentally (and physically, as my legs weren’t exactly working correctly!) and encouraged me to take all of November off. It was the first time someone’s suggested…
I hope you’re having a very Merry Christmas! I hope it’s been filled with family, friends, love, and a few fun runs :). A lot happened this year! For a fun pictoral update, you can check out our online Christmas card :). http://porathchristmas.blogspot.com/ Looking forward to a great 2014! ~Nichole, Nate, and Mesa