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Weekly Wrap and Monday Motivation

November 9, 2015 by MCM Mama 45 Comments

Weekly Wrap and Monday Motivation

Ahh, Monday, here we go again... Last week and this weekend were crazy busy again. It's funny how having soccer commitments four days a week makes the week busy before we add anything else. But I'm doing my best to actually capture that time to do some work or workout or even just to chill with a book I've been wanting to read. Last week I met with my trainer for another workout. Each workout is about 50 minutes of hell and then 10 minutes of massage/assisted stretching. In case you are wondering, I do it for the massage. Makes the hell totally worthwhile. (What's my definition of hell? Carrying 50 pounds of weights while walking up and down the stairs. My legs are fine with it. My shoulders, not so much.) Friday I woke up to an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: #realwomenmove, beer, Sweat Pink

Unstuffed Freekeh Cabbage Rolls + Giveaway

September 2, 2015 by MCM Mama 31 Comments

Unstuffed Freekeh Cabbage Rolls + Giveaway

Recently I was offered an opportunity to try out freekeh by Fit Approach and Freekeh Foods.  Since I'm always trying to expand our eating horizons, I jumped on it.  They sent me a package of plain and a package of Rosemary Sage flavor to try. So, what exactly is freekeh?  Freekeh is roasted green wheat, so if you are looking for gluten free or wheat free, this is not your product. Freekeh is high in protein, fiber, and lutein.  It cooks in a bit faster than white rice and a little slower than quinoa (22ish minutes after being brought to a boil), so it's a convenient grain to cook up quickly for dinner.  The freekeh from Freekeh Foods is organic, non-GMO, and grown in the USA. The bag says it makes four servings, but I found that to … [Read more...]

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Fit Foodie Run Weekend Recap

June 22, 2015 by MCM Mama 6 Comments

Fit Foodie Run Weekend Recap

This weekend was the Fit Foodie Run in Fairfax, Virginia.  For the second year, I'd been asked to be an ambassador and was excited for the events, including the race. Friday was the Fit Foodie VIP Party. I was excited to see my fellow ambassadors as well as to check out the awesome food selection that we'd get to try. Despite rush hour traffic, I made good time getting to the Fit Foodie party at Mosaic and was able to stop and pick up my race bib at packet pickup . (Very quick process!) Fit Foodie VIP Party Then I headed to the party!. This year it was held on the patio outside Gypsy Soul, who also provided the food. It was a lovely venue and I immediately ran in to Salt as I walked up. We chatted a bit and then Kathryn and her … [Read more...]

Filed Under: food, Race Report, Sweat Pink

Memorial Weekend Recap + Black Bean Rollups Recipe

May 25, 2015 by MCM Mama 11 Comments

Memorial Weekend Recap + Black Bean Rollups Recipe

Today we thank all of those who have sacrificed for the freedoms the rest of us are enjoying. I try to keep that in mind as we enjoy our weekend and listen to Rolling Thunder as it goes by. We have had a very busy, but fun weekend. Today, sadly, will be all about getting homework and chores done, so no more partying for me, but that's ok. Back to the real world. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: beer, food, Sweat Pink, yoga

Mostly Wordless Wednesday

November 21, 2012 by MCM Mama 12 Comments

New orange bra + white shirt + 9 miles of running = HBBC today - 4-5 mile run planned HBBC so far this week - 21 Tuesday = 11 (6 mile run + 1 hour hot yoga + veggies + 1 mile walk and yes, I was falling asleep in my dinner) Monday = 10 (9 mile run + veggies) … [Read more...]

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The good, the bad, and the thirsty

September 6, 2012 by MCM Mama 6 Comments

The good, the bad, and the thirsty

It's been a crazy first week back at school.  The boys are adapting ok, not great, but ok.  Both of them get really emotional when changes take place, so the drama has been pretty high up in here.  Thankfully they both have awesome teachers, so they'll settle in soon.  Me?  I may have to clone myself to make it to every event that is now on our schedule.  Welcome to September.  Sigh. The Good I've been selected as a Sweat Pink Ambassador!  I'm pretty excited!  I haven't had time to get super involved yet, but it seems like an awesome group of supportive women.  I can't wait to figure out who's local and hopefully meet up with some at races this fall. I've also been selected to be an official Blogger for the Blue Ridge … [Read more...]

Filed Under: beer, Blue Ridge Marathon, Sweat Pink

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Who is MCM Mama?
A slightly obnoxious mom and wife who loves good beer and running, who struggles a bit with depression especially in the winter and when running isn’t allowed, who’d rather go on a fun vacation than upgrade the kitchen or add a master bath, and has a minor addiction to the Marine Corps Marathon.

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Half Marathon #85: Appalachian Series – South Carolina

Half Marathon #85: Appalachian Series – South Carolina

Mainly Marathons Appalachian Series – South CarolinaMarch 27, 20222:47:45 What I wore: hat, tank top, long sleeve quarter zip, capris, and Altra Rivera Location: Seneca, SC (State #41!) Let’s just start out with the truth – this race was the hardest of the races and pretty much sucked. I chose to do the early start […]

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