Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire
Grieving Your Loss of Fitness in the Off-Season Throughout the year, our fitness has peaks and valleys. Most athletes have a base, build, peak and recovery phase of fitness. A base phase is the level of fitness most athletes can maintain with minimal effort. Build is when athletes tend to ramp up training with a... Continue Reading →
Beyond blessed is how I would describe the opportunity to race the IM 70.3 World Championship with Michael this year! I am thankful for family and friends because without them, my race would never have been possible. It takes a village anytime Michael and I race together and we are fully aware of all the... Continue Reading →
Being a female is amazing until it’s not….during that one week every month when everything gets more difficult, emotional and exhausting. Yes, I am talking about the week of your cycle. Now, symptoms ebb and flow at varying times for all women within the menstrual cycle. Personally, I notice chocolate cravings, back pain and bloating... Continue Reading →
Have you ever had race travel plans and been so excited yet stressed about all the details? That was me two weeks leading up to IM 70.3 Lubbock. A week ago today, my family of four was in Lubbock, Texas where I raced to qualify for IM 70.3 Worlds. I was very excited but my... Continue Reading →
I thought it would be fitting, to share my favorite mantras as some of my athletes and friends will be racing Ironman 70.3 Lubbock this weekend. These mantras remind and encourage me to continue pursing my dreams in life and as an athlete. One of my goals in life is to be an encouragement to... Continue Reading →
Fun fact Friday, I love to cook and bake and eat it too! In the early years of my marriage, I would make dinners and desserts that took hours and loved spending time doing it. The art of cooking and baking was a way I decompressed and found joy in creating something amazing. Now, meals... Continue Reading →
This is defiantly one of my favorite salmon recipes. I love this recipe, but I will warn you, it is not fast. It takes time, but is delicious.  Ingredients Salmon 1 1/2 pounds salmon, with the skin on½ teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder¼ teaspoon smoked paprika1 tablespoon olive oil Salmon Glaze ¼ cup... Continue Reading →
This sauce is so tasty! It can be used on top of chicken or steak to add delicious flavor to your meal. Â Ingredients 1/4 cup red onion, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced3 tablespoons red wine vinegar2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups fresh parsley1/2 cup fresh cilantro3 tablespoons fresh oregano1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes3/4... Continue Reading →
I like to put this recipe in tortillas and serve with fresh tomatoes, greens, avocado and cheese. You can also serve Spanish rice and pinto beans as delicious side dishes if desired. Ingredients 4 chicken breasts1 cup salsa verde (I use mild)1/3 cup honey½ cup lime juice1 ½ teaspoon chili powder2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon... Continue Reading →
Ever since I was young, I loved running. My parents talk about how anytime we were around baseball fields, I would sprint to the baseball diamond and do laps. It’s funny, because my oldest son does the same thing. He loves to run all the time and I have no doubt that my youngest will... Continue Reading →
Fuel Fearlessly 