Sloppy Cuckoo Training (Weeks 7, 8, 9)

August 24, 2015 Laura Runs a Latte Running, Training Running, running shoes, Training

Ugh, I'm sorry. I seem to have fallen way behind again. Here's how training has been going: Week 7 (cut-back week): August 3rd through 9th: The race has been postponed to 10/11/15 because the Pope will be in town during the weekend of the original race (9/27/15). This means I get an extra 2 weeks … Continue reading Sloppy Cuckoo Training (Weeks 7, 8, 9)

Sloppy Cuckoo Training – Week 6 Summary

August 3, 2015 Laura Runs a Latte Running, Training Brooks Ghost 6, Brooks PureFlow 2, New Balance Zante, Newton Distance IV, Running, running shoes, Sloppy Cuckoo, Training, weigh-in

I ran 41.25 miles last week! No wonder I'm exhausted ;) Monday: Rest Tuesday: Speed-work (quarter-mile repeats) NB Zante Wednesday: Easy run (4:1 jog/run intervals) Kinvara 5 Thursday: Hills (Level 3) Launch 2 Friday: Rest Saturday: 22-mile LSR. I overheated and had to quit at 18.54 miles (:30/:30 intervals - Zante), but after a gallon … Continue reading Sloppy Cuckoo Training – Week 6 Summary

Friday Food Porn

July 31, 2015 Laura Runs a Latte Fitness Friday fitness, food, Recipes, Training

Today I thought I'd share what I've been eating this week (thanks Judy for the inspiration!). Please be advised that my photography skills are quite lacking, but I assure you, the food is delicious :) The recipe for these Spicy Zucchini and Black Bean burgers can be found HERE. This week's … Continue reading Friday Food Porn

Week 4 Ultra Training

July 22, 2015 Laura Runs a Latte Running, Ultra Training endurance, Long Run, Running, running shoes, Training

Here's how last week's training went: Monday: rest Tuesday: Speed Intervals - 1:2 x 10 Wednesday: Easy Thursday: rest Friday: Hills! Saturday: 18-mile Long Run Sunday: 10k Recovery Run at Race pace I wore the new Newton Distance IV for my long run and they felt pretty good. I noticed that I'm still grabbing for … Continue reading Week 4 Ultra Training

Checking In!

December 15, 2014December 15, 2014 Laura Runs a Latte Running #rwrunstreak, 10k trainer, Marathon training, Newton Fate, Polar M400, Running, Training, Treadmill, Zen Labs

Oh I almost forgot I have a blog here, sorry ;) Of course I'm still running! I'm currently on Day 19 of the Runner's World Run Streak (#rwrunstreak). It started on Thanksgiving and goes through New Years Day. I'm also redoing the 10k trainer (by Zen Labs) to work on speed, and it's been helping! … Continue reading Checking In!

Week 1 Half Marathon Training Recap

June 17, 2014 Laura Runs a Latte Marathon Training, Running Brooks ST Racers, GoRun2, Hal Higdon, Half marathon, plant-power, Running, Skechers, Training, Treadmill

I think I've mentioned that I'm virtually training with a friend for her first half marathon. We're doing a modified version of Hal Higdon's Intermediate plan. So far, so good! Here's how it's been going: Monday: 3-5 miles easy/recovery: Did 3.84 miles in 40:00 (treadmill) Tuesday: CT or Rest: did 40 minutes walking Level 5 … Continue reading Week 1 Half Marathon Training Recap

May Summary and June Goals

June 4, 2014 Laura Runs a Latte Marathon Training, Running goals, Half marathon, Marathon, Running, Training

Hey look! It's the worst blogger in the whole world! ;) First off, Happy National Running Day! I had a good month! I've been back under 120 consistently since May 18th, and I ran/walked every day for a total of well over 100 miles! Yippee! I've also began marathon training (again) and am seriously considering … Continue reading May Summary and June Goals

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

Meatless Monday: Caribbean Black Bean Wrap

December 2, 2013 Laura Runs a Latte Marathon Training, Meatless Monday, Recipes black beans, Brooks Pure Flow 2, diet, Food Log, Garmin 210, guacamole, lime juice, mango salsa, Meatless Monday, plant-strong, recipe, Running, spinach, Training, Treadmill, vegan, Vegetarian, wrap

So I didn't realize until after I updated yesterday's post that today is Monday. Lol! So I have a nice quick and easy recipe (well, more like a snack) for you today. Caribbean Black Bean Wrap Ingredients: 1 whole wheat wrap 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed handful of spinach 2 Tbsp mango salsa … Continue reading Meatless Monday: Caribbean Black Bean Wrap

Meatless Monday! Lime Tahini Quinoa Salad, and I ran today!

December 1, 2013December 2, 2013 Laura Runs a Latte Marathon Training, Meatless Monday, Recipes Brooks Pure Flow 2, diet, Garmin 210, Meatless Monday, plant-strong, Quinoa, recipe, Running, Tahini, Training, Treadmill, vegan, Vegetarian

I made it over 4 miles before my tummy started acting up! I consider that HUGE progress since I normally "have to go" at just after a mile. Because I wasn't sure if I was going to have any issues I opted for the treadmill. I ended up doing 4.46 miles in 45 minutes. I … Continue reading Meatless Monday! Lime Tahini Quinoa Salad, and I ran today!