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PM Workout, Diet Preferences and Antioxidant Rich Blueberry Scones

Monday through Wednesday, after work, I do my weight workout. Over the past two years, I got into the great routine of finishing my workout first thing in the morning. That included running and weights. I changed things up slightly at the end of training for my first marathon, running in the morning then doing some weights at night. I carried that plan over to my training for Boston. Can’t say I like it. It’s so nice to do all your workout in the morning and when you get home from work, early evening, you can do what ever it [...]

By Joanne|2011-03-09T06:39:14-05:00March 9, 2011|Baking|4 Comments

Sinking Leg Syndrome, Food Facts and Cauliflower and Carrot Casserole

Swim class last night. Time to freeze the noogies off. I should be careful with that since I’m not quite sure what a noogy might be? Did I even spell it right? This is where the sinking legs come in. Ted and I were reading that runners without a swimming background end up dragging their legs in the water. It’s due to “ lean, muscular legs, high leg bone density and poor ankle flexibility”, according to the October issue of “Triathlete”. I can so relate to that. By the time I reach the opposite end of the pool, my arms [...]

By Joanne|2010-10-07T18:59:34-04:00October 8, 2010|healthy cooking|6 Comments

CEimB GB Shrimp and Percents

I usually like to dedicate post topic 100% to CEimB, but this week is different due to a running challenge. So to begin, I’m going to review my nutrition percentages. Carbohydrates, Fats, Proteins. When it comes to fitness, we place percentages on these items to achieve desired results. For example, a runners percentages will be different than a body builders. Runners need more carbohydrates. When body builders prepare for a show, they almost cut out carbohydrates and fats entirely. Sometimes to dangerous levels. This is to achieve a very cut, lean look – make their muscles POP! The percentages I’ve [...]