Pile on the Miles 2017–Planner and New this Year

Pile on the Miles starts tomorrow!! Are you ready?

First –> Think about goal for November.

Set one and report back in tomorrow for day 1 check in. I’m giving ya a little head start to think about it – show up tomorrow with a goal.

I’m super excited for Pile on the Miles this year because we’re doing a lot of NEW things!! There will still be all the motivation and accountability – but with MORE fun on the run. Get ready! 

NEW this year for POTM:

1. Daily Podcast Updates – Subscribe to the RER podcast in your podcast app to follow along!

2. Facebook Group – Pile on the Miles FB Group

3. Instagram Runner Scavenger Hunt – the list is coming next!

 

You can participate in Pile on the Miles Daily Check-ins by:

1. Check in here on Run Eat Repeat for motivation and to report in with your workout / win / struggle of the day.

and/or

2. Check in on Run Eat Repeat’s Instagram on my daily Run Report post.

*Yes,  you can do both. I’m going to update the blog and IG every day. Just do what works for you. –> But don’t slack. Check in each day.

Pile on the Miles Planner

Here is a planner / calendar you can use to write in your running or workout plan…

* Click here for a pdf version of the POTM Planner *

 

BONUS!!! New to POTM this year

I’m doing a short podcast episode every day of the challenge! I’ve received such great response from the show – I want to give you the option of subscribing to the RER Podcast and listening to that day’s tip and motivation.

–> Subscribe to the Run Eat Repeat podcast in iTunes, Stitcher or whatever podcast app you use. This will ensure the each new episode gets to you fast! They’ll be available first thing in the morning so you can listen as you get ready to run. (Or whenever, I’m not trying to tell you how to live your life that’s just what I do.)

–> *Sign Up for Pile on the Miles Email Updates here*

And we’re giving away compression socks and gift cards every week! Check back in for more info on when/how to enter!

 

Huge thank you to Pro Compression for sponsoring the challenge this year!!

Please invite your friends, family and followers to join! Share and encourage them to pile on the miles too! It’s a great opportunity to stay accountable in a tempting time of year.

Pile on the Miles starts Nov 1st. Get ready – I’ll be back soon with more!

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Podcast–Are you Training or Tiring Yourself?

Hello! On this episode of the Run Eat Repeat podcast I’m talking about how I was called out on my bullsh!t this week. So, I’m asking myself – am I training or tiring myself??

I’m getting real with asking myself this question… Are you training or tiring yourself?

 

Pile on the Miles starts soon!!

The first one was in 2009 and I won 2nd place for the most miles. I took it over in 2010 and would LOVE for you to participate.

1. Sign up on the POTM Form to get the calendar here.

2. Check in on @RunEatRepeat ‘s Instagram  everyday from the 1st to the 21st to hold yourself accountable and motivate others.

3. Play the photo challenge to be entered to WIN!

Each day there will be a photo idea –>  snap a pic that works with the prompt –> post to IG –> tag @RunEatRepeat and #TeamRER.

At the end of each 7 day week I’ll choose 3 winners at random – 2 will win Pro Compression socks of your choice and 1 will win a $100 Amazon gift card!

You don’t have to post every photo. But  the more days you post – the more chances you have to WIN!

Links mentioned in the episode:

Smart Running Goals Podcast

 

Question: Do you have a fitness goal right now? If yes – Do you have a plan for it?

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Pile on the Miles Challenge 2017

Hello! It’s time for the annual Pile on the Miles Challenge!! Are you excited?!

This challenge will keep you motivated and accountable to your workouts. The holidays are getting closer and with that comes busier schedules – more treats around – shorter days – challenging weather – and more!  Cut the excuses and show up for yourself for 21 days with this challenge.

Pile on miles NOT pounds or stress or guilt or excuses!

  FREE Instagram challenge to  stay on track in November.

Daily check-ins, motivation and tips on RER’s Instagram and Podcast.

November 1 – Nov 21

 www.RunEatRepeat.com and  on RER’s Instagram 

Pile on the Miles CONTEST

Pro Compression is sponsoring this  year’s POTM challenge!  I’m super excited because I love their compression socks – which we’re giving away. And we’re giving away $100 Amazon gift cards!!

Pile on the Miles:

1. Sign up on the POTM Form to get the calendar here.

2. Check in on @RunEatRepeat ‘s Instagram  everyday from the 1st to the 21st to hold yourself accountable and motivate others.

3. Play the photo challenge to be entered to WIN!

Each day there will be a photo idea –>  snap a pic that works with the prompt –> post to IG –> tag @RunEatRepeat and #TeamRER.

At the end of each 7 day week I’ll choose 3 winners at random – 2 will win Pro Compression socks of your choice and 1 will win a $100 Amazon gift card!

You don’t have to post every photo. But  the more days you post – the more chances you have to WIN!

Rules: Open to all. No purchase necessary. This is in no way sponsored, administered, or associated with Instagram, Inc. By entering, entrants confirm they are 13+ years of age, release Instagram of responsibility, and agree to Instagram’s term of use. Run Eat Repeat, Pro Compression, Monica Olivas, Instagram and anyone associated with those parties are not responsible for any damage, injury or loss due to participating in this challenge and contest.

You can invite your friends, family and followers to join too! Share and encourage them to pile on the miles too! It’s a great opportunity to stay accountable in a tempting time of year.  

*Sign Up for Pile on the Miles 2017 here!*

I’ll send you the calendar and Instagram Challenge list Oct 29th so you can get ready to rock it!

 

November 1st is Day 1 of the challenge. Are you in or in the way?

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Podcast–The Secret to Treadmill Running with RunEmz

The ultimate treadmill runner  – Run Emz is sharing her secrets on what some runners not so affectionately call the ‘dreadmill’.  She loves the treadmill!  A lot! She’s run 100 miles on a treadmill in one shot! 100. Miles. Seriously. So if she can run 100 (million) miles on a treadmill you can get through your workout!

Warm up:

I got a taser!  I’m surprised my dad didn’t buy me one, seems like something a dad would give ya, right?

Taser Self Defense sent me this one that looks super intense and legit. You can check it out here: https://buy.taser.com/   (Also – Does your state have restrictions on having a taser? Check here for state regulations.)

I need some more time to figure it out – but I want to share because I want you to be safe. And if this helps one RER follower prevent a bad situation I want to put it out there. It’s kind of big to run with but running isn’t the only time we might be put in a dangerous situation, right? Stay safe kids. xoxo.

Aaaand I got a very different package from Health Warrior. It’s kinda funny how different and random the things I got in the mail today are!

In stark contrast to a taser I also got a … coloring book!  Health Warrior sent me a pack of their Chia Bars and their Marathon Training: The Coloring Book. It comes as a free gift when you buy some chia bars.

 

Podcast Quiz: What does the letter “F” stand for in the Marathon Coloring Book??

*The answer will be at the end of the show!*

 

Now… Run Emz!!

Run EMZ is my friend (I don’t know if she knows that though). I met her at the Phoenix Marathon a few years ago. And I’m grilling her on the best treadmill tips because she’s probably the best treadmill runner in the world! Seriously. She’s run 100 miles on the treadmill – in one shot.

Head’s up – we had some issues with her audio so there are a few spots during the chat when it cuts out and you can’t hear her for a second. Please just roll (or run) with it because she has some great insight.

Tips to LOVE Running on a Treadmill from the #1 Treadmill Runner

We talk about how she got started running on a treadmill – and why she’s stuck to treadmill running.

What is her favorite treadmill.

And why she runs SO so sooooo much!

You can follow Run EMZ on Instagram here

Running Books RunEMZ Recommends:

Mind Gym

The Mindful Athlete

 

Podcast Awards for the Week:

1. Reese’s PB Pumpkins – because the holiday shapes are better than the original. Agree or Disagree??

2. Everyone that ran a PR or their first race this week!! Super super proud!!

3. Learning how to make popcorn in the microwave – from kernels not the bagged kind!

Check out the step by step here – How to Make Your Own Microwave Popcorn Bags

 

And the answer to the quiz

F is for… foam roller!

 

Running Question? Eating Question? Question on life in general? I’m down to share my opinion.

Do you have a question for me? Ask me anything (not that I’ll answer anything – but you can ask.)

Got a question for your local Monican? Leave a VM (562) 888-1644 and I’ll answer it on the PODCAST (share your name & location bcs it’s fun)

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DIY Microwave Popcorn in a Paper Bag

This. This!! This has changed my life. Yep. And this post might change your life too. Are you ready for it? I’m not trying to be dramatic… I just am dramatic, I don’t have to try. So keep that in mind as I teach you how to make popcorn in the microwave with just popcorn kernels and a paper bag.

And if you love popcorn as much as I do you’ll be super excited for this quick tip!

I LOVE popcorn. It’s definitely in my top 10 favorite foods. Is that weird? I feel like my favorite foods are a random mash-up of so many things! Anyway…

500 years ago I heard you could make microwave popcorn yourself super easy, cheap and fast by just putting your own kernels and seasoning in a paper bag. Boom!

Unfortunately, they didn’t have microwaves 500 years ago so no one really made this back then.

But I have a microwave and a love of popcorn so I finally decided to take advantage and figure out how to DIM (do it myself) popcorn super fast!

DIY Microwave Popcorn:

Ingredients: popcorn kernels , olive oil or coconut oil or butter – preferably in a spray, seasoning

Directions: Put 1/3 cup kernels in a paper bag. Fold bag over 2 times to close. Microwave for 2 to 3:30 minutes – paying very close attention to when the kernels slow down popping and it takes 5 to 10 seconds between pops.

When it’s done spray the popped corn with olive oil and season with whatever you like. You can spray it with olive oil and then add the seasoning straight to the bag and shake it around to mix or put it in a bowl.

Seasoning ideas: Salt, Pepper, Everything But the Bagel Seasoning, Sugar, Cinnamon, Chile Powder, Tajin, Cocoa Powder, Parmesan Cheese…

Note: I had to do this a couple of times to figure out exactly how long to microwave it so that the popcorn with mostly popped but not burnt. I burnt a few batches and had a few where only half popped. Finally I found the sweet spot is about 3 minutes for 1/3 cup – I have a small, not fancy microwave.

I’m obsessed with this right now and have used a bunch of different seasonings. This batch had Mexican seasoning – which sounds like it would taste like Mexicans but actually tastes a little like taco seasoning.

Question: Do you prefer salty or sweet popcorn?

I like salty! I eat more than enough sweet things and this is my salty pick!

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10 K Training Plan for Lexus Lace Up Riverside

Hello! This weekend is the Lexus Lace Up Ventura Marathon / Half Marathon and 10k! Are you running it (or another race) this weekend?

GOOD LUCK!!

If you feel motivated to show up to a 10K start line before the year ends – go for it! No excuses – because I’m sharing a 10K training plan that can get you there if you’ve been running regularly and can do about 3 – 4 miles right now.

I put together this beginner 10K training plan for a friend who wants to run the Lexus Lace Up Riverside 10K Dec 3rd. So you can use this plan for that race or another race that weekend.

It starts NOW (well, this weekend) and in 6 weeks you’ll be ready in time for the Lace Up Riverside 10K!

Note – this race is on a Sunday so the last week of the plan is the week before… and race day is noted on the Saturday before.

Print it out. Put it up. Add all the workouts to your calendar. Make it your screensaver.

Do whatever works to show up – hold yourself accountable and run an awesome 10K!

 

Lace Up Running Discount Code:

And don’t forget to use discount code  RER10  when you register for any Lexus Lace Up Race!

Palos Verdes is Nov 18th and Riverside is Dec 3rd!

Lexus Lace Up Running Series can be found here with links to all the events!

Palos Verdes and Riverside both have a 5K / 10K / Half Marathon race – so you can do what works for you. Oh, and a kid’s run!

Good luck!

Question: Any races on the calendar before the end of the year? Tell me what you’re running!

Disclaimer: Always check with your doctor and any other health care professional you are working with before starting a new exercise or diet plan. We are not responsible for any injuries or issues that result from following this or any other workouts on Run Eat Repeat or it’s social media accounts.

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Fast Friday–The Easiest Way to Start Intuitive Eating

Here’s a quick podcast episode on how to listen to your body and fuel it well when you’re hungry. Eating when you’re hungry and stopping when you’re full is known as Intuitive Eating.

The concept is that your body will get to or stay at a healthy weight if you listen to your hungry and fullness cues. The obvious ‘cue’ is feeling hunger. But there are so many other ways our bodies tell us when it needs something.

Ways your body signals you it needs something… fatigue, irritability, stomach rumbling, unable to concentrate, mouth watering, dry mouth, stomach pains… and more. Your body might have signs that it’s thirsty or hungry or needs rest that are unique to you.

It’s very important to be self aware. On a deeper level that can be about relationships and goals… but today I’m just talking about physically knowing your body’s way of telling you it’s hungry or full.

This should be easy but as we get older we push those natural signals down and eat by ‘rules’. It could be the time of day you must eat to get to school or work on time or foods you’re allergic to or foods you avoid because they’re too fattening…

No matter the reason – it gets hard to listen to our bodies. Then – running makes it harder! We’re hungry! And thirsty! And follow blogs and instagram accounts with amazing food photos!

So the easiest way to start to get to a place of listening to your body is to ask yourself if you’re one of these 3 things throughout the day. The most important time to ask yourself is before you eat and after you’re done.

I feel… Good / Neutral / Bad right now.

Good  – Neutral – Bad

That’s it.

Well, at least that’s it to start with. Get to a place where you know if you are feeling GOOD! or bad or kinda nothing. You can target this to your stomach if that’s where you feel hunger. But if you’re not sure take an overall assessment of how you feel. From there you can determine if you need food or a drink or rest or a breathe of fresh air… but it starts with these very simple categories.

Get the Intuitive Eating book here.

Posts on Intuitive Eating:

Intuitive Eating When I’m Not Eating Balanced?

What I’m Really Eating… Kinda

Episode #2 of the RER Podcast answers a question on Intuitive Eating too

 

Question: How do you feel right now?

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Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Hello! I used to think that making soup at home was super difficult and would take forever. But this is a super easy chicken tortilla soup recipe. It tastes like it’s made from scratch and it kinda sorta is… but there are a few shortcuts that make it fast!

First – you need shredded chicken. You can shred a chicken breast you made at home, some rotisserie chicken or make chicken with salsa in the crockpot.

–> Recipe for Salsa Chicken in the Crockpot 

I used the salsa chicken I made this weekend during meal prep. When I was portioning everything out I put 1 cup of the shredded chicken in a big glass bowl and added the other ingredients. Then, I let it set overnight and heated it up the next day.

Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

• 1 cup shredded chicken (cooked)
• 1 can black beans
• 1 jar salsa
• 1 can chicken broth
• 1 can of corn
• corn tortillas OR chips
• shredded cheese
• optional:   cilantro / avocado

Directions: Combine chicken, beans, salsa, corn and broth – heat thoroughly. Place chips or tortillas (cut into strips) in a bowl. Serve soup over it. Top with shredded cheese, avocado, cilantro…

Enjoy!

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Is Ab Dolly the New Bosu Ball?

Hello! How’s it going? I’m not going to make any jokes today because my abs are sore. I’ve been testing out the Ab Dolly (and I have a discount code for you!) and it definitely was challenging at first. I’m getting the hang of it and have a bunch of great workout moves that you can do with it – and they aren’t just for your abs!

First… Vegas helped me open the box. He wants credit for that.

It was super easy to put together – just flip it over, pop the wheels in and start rolling. Done and done.

I’ve used ab roller type exercise equipment in the past AND I’ve used a bosu ball for ab work. So I know from experience that anything that really makes you use your abs and balance at the same time is a legit good way to really target your stomach. (And I knew I’d be sore!)

I wasn’t familiar with the Ab Dolly but it comes with a booklet of instructions with pictures and a DVD. I don’t have a DVD player but I checked out YouTube for workout ideas after I did a bunch of my own.

I started with the most common Ab Dolly move – knees on pad / forearms on dolly –> contract abs while going in and out. I’ve done similar moves on a bosu ball but there are so many more options with this because you can put your arms, hands, shins and feet on it.

My favorite move is to go from Plank to Pike. I don’t think this is the ‘real’ name for this – it’s just what I call it. I do this on the ground but on the Ab Dolly it’s takes it to a completely different level (and I love that). There are so many full body exercises you can do with it – sliding lunges and stretches and more.

Get 20% off an Ab Dolly and FREE Shipping with coupon code: run20

My 6 Favorite Ab Dolly Workout Moves:

1. The OG forearms crunch

And you can take it up a level by going in a different direction – like toward your right shoulder and pulling back to center and repeating on the other side.

 

2. Pike to Plank…. I don’t have a picture of my pike so you’re going to have to trust me on this one. I usually do this going from downward dog to plank … back and forth for a minute. Doing this with the Ab Dolly was a lot more challenging.

3. The back stretch. I love this because as a runner my neck and shoulders can get tight from the repetition of arm swing and this was so nice. Ahhhhh.

4. Side lunge slide. This is great for lower body but also targets your core because you have to balance and use your abs to help pull back.

5. Reverse lunge. This is another great combination of workout plus balance exercise.

6. And when you have mastered the forearms on the Dolly move – you can put your shins on it. Then – you can take it up another level and place one hand farther away from you for a set and switch.

Click here for this link for more information on the Ab Dolly and  use code run20 for 20% off and FREE shipping!

Question: When was the last time you worked your abs?

 

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Podcast– I’m Not Brave But…

Warm Up:

Why I don’t have friends…. maybe it has something to do with how I act when they come over?

Don’t forget the RER Costume Contest is on now!!

To enter the RER Running Costume Contest- > Post a picture of yourself in your running costume to Instagram and tag @RunEatRepeat #RERCostumeContest. (Full rules on the announcement post here.)

1st place will receive a $100 Amazon gift card!!

2nd place – $50 gift card. 3rd place – $25 gift card.

And please chime in with your thoughts on these things…

What is your current or next running goal?

Do you want motivation? accountability? training? tips? other?

Do you want to hear about things other than running and eating on the RER podcast?

 

Main Event: I’m Not Brave But…

I have to work on being brave all the time. It’s not just with the big things – like showing up to the start line of a marathon. I have to be brave in little every day things too. And that helps build my brave muscle.

 

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Posts on Being Brave…

Be Brave Tattoo Debate

I almost backed out of the Boston Marathon

You wouldn’t know it but I’m…

If you’re too anxious or scared to run…

On being strong when you are weak

Source: CandyStore.com.

Podcast Awards: The BEST Halloween Candy

Today’s awards are actually picked by CandyStore.com – they’re sharing the top 3 most popular candies in each state.

I’m sharing the top selling candies in California…. any guesses…?

Most Popular Halloween Candy in California:

1. M&Ms

2. Salt Water Taffy

3. Skittles

You can see the entire list and find out your state’s most popular candy here.

My personal top 3 are… Dark Chocolate. But if we’re sticking to Halloween Candy… Reese’s PB Cups – Something with Nougat and nuts – Kit-Kat. Just sharing… in case you want to buy me some. Thanks.

 

Got a question you’d like me to answer on an upcoming episode?

Leave a voicemail with your running / food / life question and I may answer it on the Run Eat Repeat podcast! Thank you!

Run Eat Repeat Question line: 562-888-1644

 

And don’t forget to leave a comment or email me at RunEatRepeat@gmail.com with your thoughts on this stuff…

What is your current or next running goal?

Do you want motivation? accountability? training? tips? other?

Do you want to hear about things other than running and eating on the RER podcast?

 

Lace Up Ventura Race Last Call & PV Price Increase!

Ventura Marathon & Half online registration closes Thursday!

And prices go up for the Palos Verdes races on the 19th!

Register NOW if you’re going to go for it!

Use code  RER10  for a discount on the 10k, half marathon or full marathon at any of the Lexus Lace Up Races.

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Vegas is a Personal Trainer and Decorator

Hello! How’s it going? Over here I have a top notch personal trainer / home decorator / sleepy roommate … helping me get it together. I call him “Vegas” and I pay him in turkey. 

Last week I got the Ab Dolly to review for the blog. He’s a little new to the personal trainer biz so he mostly supervised. I did do some of his stretching moves though! I was super sore after the first few workouts with it.

(Click here for this link for more information on the Ab Dolly and  use code run20 for 20% off and FREE shipping!)

Then, he gave me some insight on where I should place some new pictures I bought.

Basically, I think the message is “don’t put them on the floor”…

He sleeps on the job a lot.

Pumpkin Latte from Califia – someone brought this to Bible study this week. It’s good!

I was a meal prep machine this morning! I made oatmeal muffins and since the oven was on – I added sweet potatoes to bake them at the same time. Boom. And since I was in meal prep mode I made salsa chicken in the crockpot.

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Before all the meal prep I had Vietnamese Food

Home Goods is my favorite store right now (well, it depends on the day).

This MASSIVE disco ball thing looks like a HUGE Christmas ornament. It’s $1299!

Speaking of Christmas… it came super early! Clif (the people from Clif Bar not a guy named Clif) sent me a National Parks Pass!

I want to do Zion. I’ve been to Yosemite…

I’m so excited – what National Parks have you been to? Have any recommendations?

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