One of the main questions I get asked is: “How do you stay motivated to run?” Running can be really hard. I am still a novice runner and I find it intimidating every time I even think about it. Quite often I find myself making excuses for not putting on my shoes and going outside. …
Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding
Over the past few years, chia seeds have come to the forefront as they have been acclaimed for their natural benefits and nutritional values. Considered a “superfood”, chia seeds are packed with proteins and other nutrients making them an attractive addition to vegetarian and plant-based diets. Personally, I have found many benefits in my diet …
Working (Out) from Home Tips
As most of us are experiencing the quarantine from within the walls of our homes, it has been easy to fall into a routine that revolves around food or Netflix in our “free time”. We have had to quickly transition from following face-paced schedules to being limited to the perimeters of our homes — a …
Quick Fix Tacos
This is the perfect recipe when you need a meal that can be assembled in under 15 minutes and uses a lot of ingredients often found in your fridge or pantry. While easy to assemble, they also taste delicious! With a variety of textures and flavors this is a recipe you can put together in …
The First Time I Trained for a Half Marathon
I have actually trained for two different half marathons now, but only completed one race. The first one that I trained for was, unfortunately, cancelled due to an impending hurricane (that did not even make an appearance in the end). In the summer of 2018, I was encouraged by my family to take on a …