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Just Not My Day For A Long Run

Today was just not my day for running.

This morning I set out on a 12 mile run with a friend. The sun was out and the weather was perfect- high 40s/low 50s. It was a perfect Sunday to go for a run outside.

I guess no one told my body. The first half of the run was good. I was feeling okay and we were keeping a good pace- 8:30s. The second half of the run and the hills were a little bit harder. My head was in the game and so were my legs but my stomach and butt muscles were on the bench.

I was a little more sore from my Saturday work out than I thought. My glutes were burning from the start which made the run a little tougher. Must have been the one legged squats yesterday that caused all the soreness in my butt. Thank you Life Time Fitness

My stomach also has been a little “weird” this weekend. Not sure why. Maybe I was dehydrated. Sometimes these weird little annoyances come up and they make workouts a little more challenging. You just have to work through them. No pain, no gain…right?

The good news is I finished our 12 mile run and survived…I always do.

So What Got me Through it-

A Good Friend- Having a running buddy always makes it better.
Mind Over Matter- I have ran 26.2 miles before, I think I can finish 12.
Pure Determination- I just wanted to finish.
Being Greatful- There are some people out there who physically can’t run and I am lucky to be strong and healthy.
I Stuck with my Plan- I told myself I was going to run 12 miles today and I did!

Now to the Yummy Part- Post Run Fuel

My new favorite food combination is plain Greek Yogurt and peanut butter. It sounds a little weird but trust me, it’s delicious!

With my new favorite food combo, I put together this bad boy! A Greek Yogurt, Peanut Butter, Banana, Almond Whole Wheat Wrap.

It is super easy and filled with good protein.

All You Need:

One Whole Wheat Medium Tortilla
1/2 a Banana
A Handful of Plain Almonds
A Huge Spoonful of Greek Yogurt
A Big Spoonful of Peanut Butter

I recommend spreading the peanut butter on the wheat wrap first and then the Greek Yogurt. I did it the opposite way and It was a little difficult. Slice your banana and sprinkle the slices and almonds on the wrap. Fold everything together and in 1 minute you have the perfect snack!

Cheers to Hard Runs and Peanut Butter/Greek Yogurt Treats!

Amy

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New Favorite Post Workout Snack

April 24th, 2012 | Posted by Amy in Feel Good Sweet Treats | Work Outs - (0 Comments)

I probably am a little late jumping on the Clif Bar bandwagon. But yesterday while Adam and I were grocery shopping I spotted some Clif bars by the checkout register. The energy bars were on sale for a $1.00 each so I thought I would try a few.

I purchased a Chocolate Chip and Oatmeal Raisin Walnut Clif Bar.

These bad boys are my new favorite post workout snack. Not only are these granola bars an easy snack and taste yummy but they are loaded with fiber (5g) and protein (10g) and made with 70% organic ingredients. Very ideal when you are in a hurry and need to get some protein in your body after a workout.

I wouldn’t necessarily eat one of these energy bars everyday after every workout. There is quit a bit of sugar- 22g in one bar. But when I am in a pinch to eat something quick these Clif Bars would be the perfect snack.