Five Things Friday: 27th Birthday and Portland
Happy Friday! This past weekend was my 27th birthday. My birthday frequently falls on Labor Day weekend (I was even born on Labor Day!) so
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I have over 10 years of articles on this website – training tips, sport nutrition, strength training for runners, and more. If you have a running question, I’ve got an answer for you!
Why You Should Embrace Hard Runs
While I enjoy those relaxing runs that feel fantastic from the first step, I’ve come to realize that if not for hard workouts, I probably
How and Why to Do a Speed Segment in Marathon Training
If you follow my training for the California International, you may have noticed that I did some unconventional workouts for marathon training: short fartlek runs
California International Marathon Training Week 5
Hi there! How was your Labor Day weekend? Last week I had some excellent, confidence-building workouts, although I missed my mileage goal and strength training
15 Squash Recipes to Enjoy This Fall
First off, thank you all so much for the best wishes and supportive words on yesterday’s blogiversary post! Over the past year I shared several
Two Year Blogiversary: Why I Blog
Two years ago today I launched This Runner’s Recipes. Two years ago, I was freshly removed from graduate school, having successfully defended my thesis and
August Goals Check-In
Another month has passed, which means it’s time another monthly goals check-in. September is my favorite month and I feel like I spend most of
California International Marathon Training Week 4
Hi! How was your weekend? This week served as a cutback week, before both mileage and intensity increase. I’m excited that my marathon training plan
Butternut Squash Lentil Salad
August sparks my anticipation for fall. Maybe it’s because, only two years out of grad school, I associate August with the start of the school year
Hiking at Heather Lake
Ryan and I had grand plans for hiking this summer. However, injuries can easily derail the best plans. First I sprained my foot, then Ryan found
6 Core Workouts for Runners
You always read about the importance of cross-training and doing more than just running. I firmly believe in becoming a better athlete in order to
California International Marathon Training Week 3
Hi there! How was your weekend? We had a heat wave this week in the Seattle area. For many of you, our heat wave temperatures
Honey Cinnamon Sunflower Seed Butter
Do you love a creamy nut butter as much as I do? Today I have a budget-friendly, simple, and nutritious recipe for you! While it’s
Things I’m Loving Lately: Olympics, Gear, & Backpacking
Hi there! How are you? With the Summer Olympics in Rio I’m even more endurance-sports obsessed than normal, so today I want to think out
How and When Should You Set Your Marathon Goal Time?
So I’m on week 3 of 18 of training for the California International Marathon, and I have no idea what my marathon goal time will
California International Marathon Training Week 2
Hi there! How was your weekend? One of my favorite things about transitioning from a base period to full training is the variety of training
Recipe Challenge: Sweet Potato Pizza Crust
Happy Friday! What are your plans this weekend? It’s week 5 of Meredith’s and my vegetarian recipe challenge and this week we chose to try
Life Lately: August 2016
Hi, everyone! First off, I apologize for any loading, commenting, or other issues you may have encountered here recently. I’m experiencing some hosting issues –
Training Low: The Why & How of Low Carb Long Runs
One of the biggest questions during marathon training is: how do I avoid hitting the wall? Pacing is important (no, you are not going to
Realistic Safety Tips for Female Runners
Recently, it made the news that a young woman was brutally assaulted and murdered while running in Queens, New York. Tragedies like that are horrific
California International Marathon Training Week 1
Week 1 of 18 of marathon training for the California International Marathon is done! I increased my mileage up to the highest it has reached
How to Make Vegetarian Power Bowls
Hi everyone! Today for Meredith’s and my vegetarian recipe challenge, instead of trying some recipes we will be bringing you our own vegetarian power bowls.
Running and the Pursuit of Excellence
A couple weeks ago, when I wrote about my decision to DNS a race, my thoughts were geared towards the end of becoming a better
Why You Should Be Eating Healthy Fats as a Runner
I have been eagerly anticipating Shalane Flanagan’s Eat Slow, Run Fast cookbook since it was first announced early last year. Not only is Flanagan one