Wednesday 27 June 2018

Healthy Breakfast Tips and Why Cheese Boards are The Best

Hello! Now here’s the rest of my trip to San Francisco with Real California Milk… We left off with me going for a short run down past the Ferry Building towards Fisherman’s Wharf. I ran a few miles while enjoying the gorgeous morning and views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Then, I headed back to the hotel to get ready and head to the Real California Milk event.

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We started by meeting Megan Silva [@CaDairyFit ] a 4th generation dairy farmer who still lives and works on the farm with her adorable family. And super notable to me in addition to living on a farm and caring for her family – she runs!

California is home to more than 1,300 Dairy Farms, 99% of which are family owned like Silva’s.

Next up was Dr. Julia Nordgren who is a physician, chef and culinary educator at Stanford [@drjuliacooks]. She did a cooking demonstration on quick and make-ahead breakfast options with yogurt.

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Healthy Breakfast Tips:

1. Plan and Prep.

Make breakfast ahead of time if you have busy mornings. Or prep as much of the meal as possible so it’s ‘grab and go’.

Tip: Wash and chop your fruits and veggies when you get home from the grocery store so they’re easy to snack on and incorporate in meals.

A yogurt bowl is a good make ahead option for breakfast that’s easy to transport and doesn’t require any extra heating or preparation. I a small mason jar when I’m meal prepping yogurt bowls or overnight oats for the week.

2. Options options options.

If your family members have different taste preferences try to accommodate them by giving them options on one dish that can be tailored to each person.

Tip: If you’re making yogurt bowls – let each person choose their toppings. Healthy options include – different fruits, nuts, seeds and cereals.

3. Layer flavors and textures.

You can really take a meal to the next level by focusing on delicious flavors and textures.

Tip: Add toppings with different flavors and textures to yogurt like crunchy nuts, soft fruit, chewy dried fruit, sweet honey or jam and spices like cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice. 

*Check out the Real California Dairy Product Locator here.*

We all had the chance to make our own yogurt bowls in a test kitchen. There were tons of options for toppings – fruit, nuts, seeds, sweeteners! It was a yogurt bowl buffet!! And there were even more options for dishes, utensils and other accessories for the food photos.

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Here’s my station complete with a Run Eat Repeat name card. And some behind the scenes action of food photography lights…

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I made a banana split with Real California Milk yogurt, chopped apple, nuts and cherries.

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Oh, and I’m pretty excited about this apron – it has pockets and that makes my entire life better. Pockets are the best!

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We also made cheese platters and had the most epic spread of Real California Cheeses.

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Cheese boards are a great idea for a get together because:

  • It’s a healthy option – 1 oz. cheese provides about 20% of your daily recommended calcium intake.
  • A cheese board can be both delicious and make a gorgeous centerpiece – there are so many options! Use a variety of fresh fruits and veggies to add color.
  • There’s something for everyone. You can include a lot of options so people with different diet and taste preferences can enjoy it together.
  • It’s a good appetizer to prep ahead of time – which makes hosting easier.
  • A fun cheese board can get people talking about their favorites and favorite cheese/fruit combinations. (Obviously I like to talk about food so I love when I can ask people what’s their favorite part of our meal.)

I like to have a crunchy cracker with a soft cheese or a strong aged cheese with something sweet.

The healthy breakfast tips can be applied to making a cheese board too:

Offer a lot of options // Make it ahead of time // Layer flavors and textures

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My cheese platter had a hard cheese, soft cheese, a tangy cheese to pair with honey plus fruit and crackers for pairing.

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If you want to try new types of cheese and want more information on flavor, texture and how to eat them or cook with them …  check out the Real California Milk Cheese page here.  <- There’s a chart with descriptions of a lot of cheeses and how they’re commonly used.

Say Cheese!

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Don’t forget to look for the “Real California Milk” seal when you’re buying dairy. The seal means the product is made with 100% Real California Milk from Real California Dairy families.

You can get more information on their website here – Real California Milk.

Question: Do you have a favorite cheese?

Me: I really like sharp cheddar and cotija (it’s a salty Mexican cheese).

And let me know when you’re having wine and cheese night so I can come over (hey it’s for research purposes!).

 

This post is sponsored by Real California Milk. All opinions are my own.

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Tuesday 26 June 2018

The Best Travel Pics and Confessions from San Francisco

Hello! I went on a quick trip to San Francisco last week and am reporting back with a lot of food, fun and random behind the scenes travel updates. I was invited by Real California Milk for a day of nutrition, cooking and food photography tips. There was a lot packed into a short trip and here are some of the  travel highlights…

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I love San Francisco so I was super excited to have some time to enjoy the area. When I was a kid my family did a couple road trips up the California coast from Los Angeles to San Francisco a few times. It is an 8 hour drive. Eight. Ocho. That’s a long drive! Luckily, the flight from Orange County to SF is super short so I was there in no time.

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And my travel snacks were fitting for a trip to meet the Real California Milk team – string cheese! I didn’t plan that – just grabbed what I had! Oh, and I scored an empty seat to my right and was able to stretch my IT band on the plane. This makes me so happy.

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I’ve been to SF several times for races, blog events, vacations and intense sourdough cravings. And it was a short trip – so when I got to my hotel I threw my stuff down and headed out to walk around the Embarcadero, grab some bread and listen to the seals.

I stayed just across from the Ferry Building and this was the view from the end of the hallway. Gorgeous!

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Now for some fun facts on my previous travels to San Francisco:

1. I know I visited Alcatraz (the island across the bay) when I was a kid because there are pictures of me and my brother. But I do not remember it at all. Nope. Nada.

2. I ran across the Golden Gate Bridge for the first time with my friend Bobbi during a food blog conference. I was so excited because it’s something I’ve always wanted to do!! And it completely POURED rain on us the whole time. We ran from the hotel to the bridge, across the bridge and back… then, we got an old fashioned Uber to take us back to the hotel because we were freezing.

3. During one family trip my parents bought me and my brother tickets to the wax museum and then went across the street to have a drink while they waited for us.

And it was terrifying. All the wax figures were in the dark until you walked up to the exhibit to trigger the motion sensor. It was so scary!! No one else was in the museum – it was just the two of us and big wax people standing there in the dark!?! So, I refused to keep going and went back to the front (I did NOT want to walk through more scary exhibits to the end).

My brother was super mad (like super man but smaller) so we found my parents and I think my mom went to the museum and through the exhibits with him. This might have happened on the same trip as #1 but I CAN’T REMEMBER.

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4. I went to see a baseball game in SF as part of a blog trip 2 years ago. We had some free time before going in and decided to walk out to the water and enjoy the scenery.

Then, a group of naked cyclists rode by… 100% no clothes. And I don’t know why but one of them slowed down to talk to us and said it was some sorta ‘ride your bike naked day’ and I looked it up and yep, it’s a thing.

(**I was in San Jose to watch the Gymnastics Olympic Trials and met Simone Biles and Nastia Lukin that trip too!!)

5. One time before a trip to SF I googled ‘How do you run across the Golden Gate Bridge’ – I had done it before but wanted to make sure I remembered the route…

One of the first search results was a blog post about it from a lil website called RUN EAT REPEAT! HA! I hope RER is helpful to you (or at least kinda fun?) but I never expected it to tell me how to do something (that I already did). 

And 5 Random Photos from my trip:

1. Alcatraz in the distance and a seagull up close… or should I call him a bay-gull. #DadJoke

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2. Carbs are here.

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3. You dropped your wig.

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4. The Ferry Building has amazing fruit, coffee (Blue Bottle!) and vegan donuts. Get all of it!

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5. The Ferry Building at dusk…

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The next morning I went for a short run but wasn’t able to make it to the bridge. Next time!

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I’ll be back tomorrow with healthy and delicious tips for breakfast and an epic cheese board.

Question: Have you been to San Francisco?

Have you been to a WAX MUSEUM?!!

This post is made possible by my partnership with Real California Milk. All opinions are my own.

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Friday 22 June 2018

Global Sports Bra Squad Day with Kelly Roberts Podcast

Hello! Welcome to the Run Eat Repeat podcast… Today I’m talking with Kelly Roberts – creator of ‘Global Sports Bra Squad Day’ which is June 24th! She’s amazing and super open with her journey going from hating running to running marathons to creating a worldwide movement helping people love their bodies. And just a head’s up – Kelly and I are on the same page with most things but have very different opinions on a California institution and it might be a little offensive to some.

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Warm Up:

21 Day Stretch Challenge is almost over!! Get in the last few stretches and check in on the @RunEatRepeat Instagram daily update!

The Stretch of the Day is ankle stretch… it’s kind of a weird one in that it doesn’t look like a typical stretch but feels good.

Stretch AFTER your run or workout. Be gentle and listen to your body.

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Remember – Always consult with your doctor before starting a new diet or exercise program. Stop if there is any pain. Be smart, safe and kind to your body.

 

Now let’s get running with Kelly Roberts…

Kelly Roberts is an inspiration on social media – if you didn’t read her captions you might not know she’s struggled with body image. Then in college her brother passed away very unexpectedly and she shut down not wanting to be social or active and gained a lot of weight. With support of her family, friends and a professor in her nutrition class she lost 75 pounds and got healthy. Eventually she found running – and she shares her training, victories and struggles on her website and podcast. Now she is about to lead the 2nd Global Sports Bra Squad Day and is here to tell us how it all started and how we can participate.

Kelly Roberts on the Sports Bra Squad:

Kelly Roberts aka Run Selfie Repeat aka President of the I Hate Running Club aka Captain of the Sports Bra Squad aka Run Selfie Repeat Podcaster and more!

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Kelly Roberts shares on the Run Eat Repeat podcast on…

Former President of the ‘I hate running club’ … How did you get started running?

You lost 75 pounds – How do you balance being healthy and keeping that weight off with not being super restrictive and loving your body?

This Sunday June 24th is Global Sports Bra Squad Day…

How did the Sports Bra Squad start?

How do people join?

What are you training for right now?

What’s your victory lap? (this is where we differ and now I’m craving fries…)

 

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“This Sunday, over 80 cities around the world are hosting Global #SportsBraSquad Day meetups!

Not sure what global #SportsBraSquad day is? It’s a day dedicated to showing the world that strength comes in all shapes, sizes and ages and not JUST that one body type and that twenty something year old we see over and over and over and over and over. “

Global Sports Bra Squad Day information

Global Sports Bra Squad Day is this Sunday June 24th. If you want to join or or want more information check out…

She Can and She Did – Global Sports Bra Squad Day Meet-Ups

You can follow Kelly Roberts on Instagram here – @kellykkroberts

And follow along using the hashtags – #shecanandshedid and #sportsbrasquad

 

Awards for this week:

1. OB Tampons – they are the best. I think they’re good for the environment because they don’t have an applicator AND they’re easy to stick in your sports bra or key pocket. Here’s a link to the OB Tampons Multi-Pack with different sizes in one box.

2. Spray sunblock for hard to reach places. This Alba Botanica Spray Sunblock is spf 50 and on sale right now too!

3. Tom’s shoes – I wear them so much I might start running in them!

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Question for me?

If you have a question for me email or leave a voicemail message…

Email: RunEatRepeat@gmail.com

Voicemail: 562 888 1644

 Let me know if there is someone I should talk to in an upcoming episode!

 

Comment on the @RunEatRepeat Instagram chat of the day:

 What are your thoughts on IN N OUT? Chime in on today’s Instagram post!

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Tuesday 19 June 2018

9 Reasons I Need a Massage Membership

This post is written in partnership with Massage Envy, however all opinions are my own.

Hello! I’m back from a session at Massage Envy and am sharing my thoughts on why I love massages and some information on their monthly memberships.

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I think I started getting massages earlier than most people. When I was in college my boyfriend gave me a gift certificate for a massage for a place he went to regularly. His mom and sisters went all the time too and I remember them talking about it fairly often. Whenever one of them recently had a massage they’d mention their favorite massage therapist or which type of massage they requested. I thought of them as super awesome down to earth people which helped me see this as something for everyone – not just fancy people (something I probably thought before).

And once I had my first massage I was hooked. Did that happen to you?

Massages are so relaxing and therapeutic and amazing and they’re good for you too!

I had a 60 minute session at Massage Envy yesterday (there’s a location super close to my place). I think I walked in feeling stiff as a board and walked out so noodle-y and relaxed. It was ahhhh-mazing.

Every time I get a massage I feel so good – both physically and mentally!  I think, “I should do this more often!!”

Then, I forget or make excuses or think it’s too expensive.  But Massage Envy offers monthly memberships that are super affordable and make it a part of your self care routine. Boom. This way it’s going to happen – you are going to have a wonderful massage or facial every month.

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I put together 9 reasons why I need a massage. But I don’t think you need to justify it – they’re so awesome I vote go for it just because. But since we’re sharing (or at least I am)…

9 Reasons I Need a Massage Every Month:

  1. I keep a lot of tension and stress in my neck and shoulders.
  2. I get knots in my upper back.
  3. I feel anxious a lot and physically that manifests itself in tightness down the sides of my neck and shallow breathing.
  4. It helps me know where my trouble spots are located.
  5. There are certain areas – especially in my back, lower back and hip flexors that I can’t stretch or foam roll.
  6. It gives me time to just relax, breathe and be in the moment.
  7. It makes me feel calm.
  8. I like it!
  9. It feels like a mental and physical stress reliever.

 

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The point is – I’m a fan of massages.

I’m also a fan of calling them smagges a la Honey Boo Boo. (Anyone else remember that?)

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And I love the monthly membership at Massage Envy because it makes it a regular part of your self care routine. Boom. It’s what you do all the time – not once in a while – that’s what matters most!

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Bonus… apparently they have an app now too.

I dig anything that makes is super easy for me to make appointments since I don’t use my phone for calls or text messages.

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You can get find a Massage Envy near you and more info on their site here – Massage Envy.

When you go in for an introductory session a staff member will go over all their membership options. They’re really good about answering any and all questions on pricing, schedule, difference services, etc.

Question: When was the last time you had a massage?

 

This post is sponsored by Massage Envy. All opinions are my own.

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Monday 18 June 2018

Last Week of the 21 Day Stretch Challenge

Hello! You made it to the last week of the 21 Day Stretch Challenge! Make this the BEST week of the challenge. Do every stretch. Listen to your body. Do your best.

Show up for yourself!

(Sign up here if you need the print-able version of the calendar . )

Make time to stretch after every workout. Stretching helps prevent injuries by elongating, increasing your range of motion and strengthening your muscles. It’s also important to know your body and any tightness or muscle imbalances.

Here are the week 3 stretches:

As you’re stretching pay attention to what your body is telling you:

  • where you feel tight, sore or fatigued in certain areas
  • if one side feels different from the other
  • how you feel after a hard run / race
  • how you feel after a rest day
  • flexibility and what you want to improve upon

It’s only a minute a day most days – so NO EXCUSES. Show up everyday.

21 Day Stretch Challenge for Runners – Day 15

Day 15 – Butterfly stretch

After your workout – cool down and try this stretch. Sit on the floor with your legs stretched out in front of you. Bring the soles of your feet together and toward your body, bending your knees. Bring your heels as close to your body as is comfortable.​ Keep your back straight as you gently lean forward. Breathe. Hold for 30 to 60 seconds, release. 

Stretch AFTER you are warmed up – either after your workout or after a very thorough warm up.

Did you do this one outside after your run? At the gym? At home?

And…. make it a priority to hold yourself accountable.

Check in here today:

Run Eat Repeat Instagram

Thank you!

Monica

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Always consult with your doctor before starting a new diet or exercise program. Stop if there is any pain. Be smart, safe and kind to your body.

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Friday 15 June 2018

How to Stay in Running Shape in Between Races Podcast

Today we’re talking about how I almost died on a run, how to stay in shape after your race (when you’re not training) and stretching! But first a lil introduction… I’m Monica – I started a running blog to document training for my first marathon. And it turns out I really love running, eating and talking about it! So I kept running and blogging and it grew into a full time job and now this podcast. [If you’re new to the podcast – use the Podcast app on iPhone or Stitcher on Android and search Run Eat Repeat to subscribe and listen for free.]

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Warm Up:

I saw a RATTLE SNAKE while I was running a couple days ago!!!

I was just running along and I don’t even know how I spotted it – they’re camouflaged so well! It wasn’t moving so I thought maybe it was sleeping or stalking prey or full from eating and wouldn’t want to bug me. But I was way too scared to pass. So I did what any runner / podcaster would do… I made a video of it for Instagram.

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I’m talking to Lesa Johnston, Marketing Specialist for the California Fish and Wildlife to share some tips on how to stay safe while running. We’re talking about things like…

What do you do if you see a snake on a run or walk?

What should you do if you see a snake on a trail?  

What other animals should we be mindful of while out exercising in the summer?

Are there any safety precautions we should take? (Time of day / Going solo / Making noise / etc)

Where should runners go for info on what to be mindful of where they’re located?

Check out the California Fish and Wildlife website for more information here:

www.wildlife.ca.gov/calwildlife

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How do you stay in shape in between training cycles? What to do after your race?

Make sure you celebrate your victory before moving forward. People might ask ‘What’s next?’ or you might wonder what you should do after

Give yourself time to really fast in the glow of what you just did you don’t want to diminish it or quickly move on because a lot of hard work went into it period only with that if something you know is just fine their first 5k or 10K congratulate them and praise them but don’t necessarily ask if they’re going to do the next distance after that. Maybe you could ask them what are you going to do with your time now that you were running before but not necessarily well are you going to run a full Marathon now.

1. Consider your physical health and mental health.

– Give your body time to rest and recover fully.

– Give your mind time to rest and recover fully.

One might be ready to sign up for another race or start training again faster than the other. Ideally wait until you WANT to run another race and your body is ready to show up and work hard.

2. Set another fitness goal – maybe one that’s not running.

– Join a sports team

– Sign up for a package of classes or find a class at the gym you like or take a dance class

– Do a fun run with friends

3. Keep running by having a set schedule of running and other workouts

Example:

Run – Mon / Wed / Fri  – Strength Train – Tue / Thu – Activity – Sat or Sun

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Awards…

21 Day Stretch Challenge – today’s stretch is a low lunge.

See my Instagram post to check in with your workout and tips on how to do this stretch.

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If you have a question for me – email me at RunEatRepeat@gmail.com or call the voicemail line 562 888 1644

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Thank you for listening. Please tell someone that likes running or eating about this podcast.

Have a great run!

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Monday 11 June 2018

21 Day Stretch Challenge for Runners Day 8

Hello! Welcome to week 2 of the Stretch Challenge! How’s it going? After your run or workout do the stretch for that day. If you have the time – do a few stretches from last week too! And remember to chime in on Instagram to check in with your workout/run/rest day/random update!

Here are all of the stretches for this week. We’re moving to the legs and lower body after focusing on upper body stretching last week. The Stretch Challenge Calendar has the names of each stretch – so make sure you signed up for the emails to get the Stretch Calendar printable here.

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21 Day Stretch Challenge Day 8 – Quad Stretch

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Day 8: Quad Stretch

After your workout / run stand near something that can help you balance. Bring your right foot towards your backside and grab your ankle with your right hand. Stand tall, breathe and pull your ankle towards your backside. You should feel the stretch in your right quad. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds. Repeat on the left side.

Stretch AFTER you are warmed up – either after your workout or after a very thorough warm up.

As you’re stretching pay attention to what your body is telling you:

– where you feel tight, sore or fatigued in certain areas
– if one side feels different from the other
– how you feel after a hard run / race
– how you feel after a rest day
– flexibility and what you want to improve upon

Always consult with your doctor before starting a new diet or exercise program.  Stop if there is any pain.Be smart, safe and kind to your body.

Question… How did week 1 go?

Give yourself credit for what you were able to accomplish and then build on that!

And…. please take a second to

Follow the Run Eat Repeat Facebook Page for updates

and

Run Eat Repeat Instagram for a LIVE video check in.

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Friday 8 June 2018

How This Runner Ran Fast to Qualify for the Boston Marathon Podcast 82

Hello! This is Monica your virtual running buddy for today! I started RunEatRepeat.com about 10 years ago to document training for my first marathon and trying to lose 20 pounds. I accidentally fell in love with running and a lot of people accidently started reading my blog. Now 30 marathons and 50 half marathons later it’s my full time job and a podcast too!

Today I’m talking with Sandy Runs 26.2 all about how she hit her PR and qualified for the Boston Marathon at the Revel Mt. Charleston marathon. After a few disappointing races and BQs that weren’t fast enough to get her to register for Boston – she changed up a few things during marathon training. Now she’s faster than ever and has a better mindset on running and her abilities! She’s sharing what she did differently this marathon training session to run faster and stronger!

 

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Warm Up: 

1. The 21 Day Stretch Challenge is on now! Today’s stretch is a side stretch. There’s still time to join if you haven’t!

Sign up for the 21 Day Stretch Challenge to get the calendar here.

 

2. And I’m working with Massage Envy right now – I just did a post with them on their new Assisted Stretching sessions.

Check out this post for more – Massage Envy Assisted Stretch Session.

 

3. I have great race discounts for the Lexus Lace Up Race Series and Revel Race Series. Sign up. Start training. Good luck!

Check out my Race Discounts Page for coupon codes and discount codes on all the races!

Lexus Lace Up Race Discount Code

 

Now – let’s stretch!

It’s Day 5 of the stretching challenge for runners and this one is a good one. When I do a good side stretch I can feel it all along my body – especially in my side near my lower back. Do this one and leave a comment on the daily run report sharing:

Side Stretch:

Where do you feel it most?

What side is tighter?

Runner Stretch Day 5

Stretch Challenge: Side Stretch

With feet about hip width apart bring your arms up overhead and slowly lower your upper body towards the ground to the right of your right foot. Breathe. Relax into it and let your body stretch and loosen up any tight areas. Relax into the stretch for 15 – 30 seconds. Then, repeat on the other side. Center your body, pull your arms overhead and slowly lower your upper body towards the ground to the left. Breathe and relax into it. Hold for 15 – 30 seconds. Repeat as needed.

 

Stretch AFTER you are warmed up – either after your workout or after a very thorough warm up.

Always consult with your doctor before starting a new diet or exercise program. Stop if there is any pain. Be smart, safe and kind to your body.

 

 

Now let’s talk with a runner for tips on how she got fast in less time on her recent marathon training cycle!

 

 

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Main Event: We’re talking to Sandy Segawa. She’s run 13 full marathons, 36 half marathons, a couple relay races and recently qualified for the Boston Marathon for the 3rd time. She lives and runs in Southern California.

Sandy hit her new PR and BQ  at Revel Mt. Charleston – a marathon just outside of Las Vegas, NV. This training cycle she did a lot of hard work to run an amazing race and it really helped her hit her goal. She trained differently and incorporated mental training which she says really helped.

I’m really excited to share what she did to get faster, run strong and happier!

Let’s go…

 

Sandy Runs 26.2 answers all these running questions and more…

How long have you been running? How did you get started?

When was your first race?

I want to talk about your shiny new BQ… Had you try to qualify for Boston in the past? Tell me about that.

You ran a strong race and hit your goal at Revel recently…
What training plan did you use? Did you do anything different in training this time versus other times?

Was there anything different about race day?

How did you keep pushing when it got hard? Do you have a mantra or how did you stay positive?

Do you have any tips for someone who is training for a marathon?

What’s next? Do you have any races or anything exciting on the schedule?

Next up – Mountains to Beach Marathon… and of course the Boston Marathon!!

 

Thank you Sandy!

You can follow her on Instagram  @SandyRuns26.2

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Weekly Podcast Awards:

1. Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald podcast – loving old episodes.

2. Iced tea

3. Cherries at the 99 Cent Store!

 

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If you have a question for me – Email or Leave a voice message.

 

RunEatRepeat@gmail with “Podcast Question” in the email or leave a message at 562 888 1644

 

Question: Did you do the stretch?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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