I recently was given the opportunity by Bliss Spa & Salon to try out Dermalogica’s new product – Precleanse Balm. Dermalogica has an existing product called Precleanse. This is an oil based cleanser that serves as your first step in cleansing skin typically in the evening when washing away makeup, oils and dirt from the … More Dermalogica Precleanse Balm Review
Hi Everyone!! I ran the Roots & Ruts 10k race on Friday. I’m not going to lie, I got a little cocky with this race. I didn’t prepare like I did for the 21k and here is what I learned about that: Hydration is KEY. Especially the day before, drink a lot of water. Take … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep, Roots & Ruts & Rest Days
I remember giving birth to my son, and feeling what can only be described as BIG LOVE. I say BIG LOVE, because before children, if you’ve been in love or loved friends or family…you think you grasp the concept of love. Then your child is handed to you and over the next few days, you … More The Decision That Made Me a Better Mother
Hi Friends!!! Hope you had an awesome weekend!! If you’ve been following me on Instagram, you might have heard me mention that last month, I was invited to swim with the local master’s swimming group. Of course, I said yes and went to my first practice a few weeks ago. I LOVED IT. I have … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep & My New Fitness Goal
My Dearest Ruby, We made it. 1 year. You are healthy. You are happy. You are brilliant. The day I discovered I was pregnant with you was one of complete elation for me. You have made my heart happy from that very moment. When you are pregnant, as much as your baby feels a part … More A Love Letter to My Daughter on Her 1st Birthday
Happy Monday! Let’s talk about what it’s like to run 21 km. Because I did that yesterday, so it’s pretty fresh. I.AM.SORE.AF.TODAY. Okay, so where to begin… I want to start out by telling you about my rookie running mistake. Last Monday, I went for a run in new shoes, with no socks. I forgot … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep & My 21 km Race
I just got back from the most AMAZING facial. This was my very first facial. I went to Bliss Spa & Salon and saw Alisa for it. I am going to tell you about my experience. For starters, let me give you a little run down as to what is going on in the ‘hood … More My Facial Experience & My Favorite Skin Care Products
It’s September!!! Can you believe it?! The kids are back to school. It’s a new season. Fall is upon us, which means heartier meals, pumpkin spice lattes, sweater weather, and all those candy infested holidays right around the corner. The good news is…kids are back in school, new class schedules will be out at the … More Weekly Workouts & Meal Prep
I am officially one month away from my return to full-time work. This year flew by. It was full. I did so many things… I had a baby. I started a blog. I trained hard in the gym and in the pool. I spent time with friends. I dated. I redefined my relationships. I watched … More My September
Hello Everyone!!! I DID SO MUCH RUNNING THIS WEEK!!! It felt so good but I am in need of some major stretching. For some reason, I tend to put yoga off in lieu of random tasks around the house. All.the.time. While this means my “yoga” days are super productive, my body NEEDS some stretching. … More Weekly Workouts & Meal Prep
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