Wordless Wednesday

February 19, 2014February 19, 2014 Laura Runs a Latte Lucy Lucy

Tales from the Treadmill

February 18, 2014 Laura Runs a Latte Running, Weight Loss/Maintenance 10k, diet, Running, Treadmill, weight loss

While that's been the situation lately more often than not, I got on there today and banged out a 10k in just over an hour (1:01:05 to be exact)! Prior to this I did have a good speed-work session on Saturday, but between the massive amounts of snow we've had lately which has resulted in … Continue reading Tales from the Treadmill

#Meatless Monday! Cookie Dough Hummus

January 13, 2014January 13, 2014 Laura Runs a Latte Meatless Monday, Recipes Chocolate, dessert, hummus, Meatless Monday

Hi everyone! I was going through some of my recipes over the weekend, and found this one that I'd like to share. I know there are several variations of this, but mine tastes the best. Trust me ;) "Cookie Dough" Hummus Ingredients: 1 (15oz) can of chickpeas, rinsed and peeled 1/4 cup peanut butter … Continue reading #Meatless Monday! Cookie Dough Hummus

Meatless Monday: Esther the Wonder Pig!

January 6, 2014 Laura Runs a Latte Meatless Monday Esther the Wonder Pig, Meatless Monday, plant-strong, vegan, Vegetarian

Has anyone not met Esther yet?! Esther took Facebook by storm! Since starting the page only about a month ago, Esther has over 20,000 likes! She also has a web site, a YouTube channel, and a twitter account (see other links from the web site)! She was adopted under the assumption that she was a … Continue reading Meatless Monday: Esther the Wonder Pig!

Week in Review: I Choose Happiness

January 5, 2014 Laura Runs a Latte Running plant-strong, Running, vegan, Vegetarian, weight loss

It was a good week for both food and running :) I went from 122 back down to 119, and I ran 29.4 miles. It's amazing what a difference logging everything makes! And for running, I decided to stop worrying about speed/pace, and just run for the sake of running. I think that's made … Continue reading Week in Review: I Choose Happiness

Earned my Resolution Run medal!

January 2, 2014January 5, 2014 Laura Runs a Latte Running 5k, Half marathon, Lucy, medal earned, plant-strong, Running, vegan, Vegetarian

I didn't complete it in one run, but I did complete it in less than 24 hours ;) I did 8.6 miles New Year Eve and 5.02 miles on New Years Day. Today I did a slow and easy 5k (3.11 miles) at lunch, then came home and made another batch of the Tahini Lime … Continue reading Earned my Resolution Run medal!

Happy New Year!

January 1, 2014 Laura Runs a Latte Running Criminal Minds, Garmin 210, Half marathon, Lucy, plant-strong, resolutions, Running, vegan, Vegetarian

Last night I ran 8.6 miles as part of my Resolution Run and will get in the other 4.5 in about an hour - I registered for a (virtual) half marathon and already have the medal, so I have to finish earning it! I wasn't planning on splitting it between 2 runs, but my tummy … Continue reading Happy New Year!

Meatless Monday: (Recipe Makeover) Tahini Lime Quinoa Salad

December 23, 2013 Laura Runs a Latte Meatless Monday, Recipes, Running Brussels Sprouts, diet, intervals, Meatless Monday, nutrition, plant-strong, Quinoa, recipe, Running, Tahini, Training, Treadmill, vegan, Vegetarian, weight loss

Happy Meatless Monday! It's been busy around here with the holidays, and all the shopping, baking, and stress that goes along with the holidays! No sooner do I get something wrapped and under the tree before Lucy and Bogey have the bows and ribbons destroyed and the packages chewed halfway open ;) I haven't come … Continue reading Meatless Monday: (Recipe Makeover) Tahini Lime Quinoa Salad

Eating leftovers and not running = random pictures of Lucy wearing clothes ;)

December 18, 2013 Laura Runs a Latte Uncategorized Lucy

The title pretty much says it all. I'm still eating leftover quinoa (and cookies!), and I haven't ran since last week. So here's some pictures of my pup in her new clothes. She's happy unless the hood is up, Lol!

Meatless Monday: Chocolate Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

December 16, 2013December 16, 2013 Laura Runs a Latte Meatless Monday, Recipes Baking, Chocolate, dessert, Isa Chandra Moskowitz, Lucy, Meatless Monday, plant-strong, Pumpkin bread, Recipes, vegan, Vegetarian

Happy Meatless Monday! A huge shout-out to the Vegan Gypsy for bringing my attention to this recipe by the amazing Isa Chandra Moskowitz. After a few minor alterations/modifications the result was sinful deliciousness! Chocolate Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread Ingredients: 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce 2 Tbsp coconut oil 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa 1/3 cup + 2 … Continue reading Meatless Monday: Chocolate Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread