Couch to 5K

So in between work, cooking, church responsibilities, and house remodeling projects, I have started something that I haven’t done in a long, long time....running.  The last time I ran this much was in college with Jill and Meg, and that was a while ago.  Now that it’s almost 10 years later, very hard to believe, I figured it’s time I get my 30-year-old self back into shape.  Through one of the blogs that I read, I learned about an app on your phone called “Couch to 5K” – it is an exercise program that takes you from no exercise to running a 5K in about 2 months time.  (For those of you who don’t know, and I wasn’t sure myself, a 5K is equivalent to 3 miles.) The program is based on a combination of walking and running, and as you build up your endurance, there is less walking and more running.  So far it is working very well for me… I definitely feel better when I’m keeping up with the program verses when I take a break for a couple of days.  If you want to learn more, click here:

Grilled Pineapple

Here's a quick and easy and delicious recipe for grilled pineapple.  Never had it before?  Neither had I until last week, and I was very pleasantly surprised with the results. Slice up a pineapple, no need to core, spread on some marinade and grill. A very tasty side to go with your next cookout.  This recipe is from one of my new favorite food blogs, Skinny Taste. The blog is full of delicious recipes that include the nutrition information and Weight Watchers points.  Check it out soon. (Click here to visit the site.)

 

Strawberry Jam

So... I know it's been a while since I've posted, and I realize that strawberry season is just about over, but I do want to share this recipe for strawberry jam.  You can either try to make a batch quick if you still have strawberries in your area, save the recipe for next year, or if you get the craving in the middle of winter, you can use some of the berries that you froze to make the jam when the snow is flying.  (Don't use store bought berries though, the flavor doesn't even compare.)