Summer Squash, Tomato and Garbanzo Bean Salad

by mamapoole // August 7, 2013 // Comments off

Some days, I just don’t feel like cooking dinner…. And some days I do. But in the summer, I prefer not to. The goodness of fresh vegetables and fruits always seem to call my name. When the kids and hubby... Continue reading →

Week 5 Training – Running a Half-Marathon #halfmarathon

by mamapoole // August 6, 2013 // Comments off

I’m super ready to get back into the swing of things! After an eleven day vacation with my family, I still feel nonfunctional! I usually have the blog post written, dressed and showered by now…just be lucky there’s no smell-net!... Continue reading →

Cherry Oat Cereal (granola) and In Case You Missed It

by mamapoole // August 5, 2013 // Comments off

Welcome August! I’m a little behind…but I’m with ya! Here’s my IN CASE YOU MISSED IT (and were vacationing having a few cups of of wine…excuse me) month of July highlights! REVIEW I was over the moon excited to have... Continue reading →

Where is Mama…on vacation! #vacation #oceancitymaryland

by mamapoole // August 4, 2013 // Comments off

Shewie, did I miss you guys! Whoa! I have NEVER not posted for a whole week until now. 🙁 My heart was broken… Let me tell you my sob story, seriously it’s a good one. I had every intention on... Continue reading →

Achieving my first four miles – #running #halfmarathon

by mamapoole // July 27, 2013 // Comments off

First of all, (don’t shake your head at me) but I had to switch this weeks schedule around again. Instead of XT 30 and ER 3 miles I switched it to ER 4 miles, W 3 miles the next day.... Continue reading →

Accessorize your run with BIC Bands #running #giveaway

by mamapoole // July 26, 2013 // Comments off

Shewie! So glad I’m over yesterday’s pity-party. (click here for whoa-is-me story). Wow, that was a good one. After I complained and cried in a bowl of ice cream (I didn’t but that sounds delicious), I tried on my new... Continue reading →

Embrace yourself pretty or sporty #starontv #halfmarathon

by mamapoole // July 25, 2013 // Comments off

I have a confession. Ready? (Breathe out…) Every time I step into Sports Authority I get frustrated. Every. Single. Time. I feel so overwhelmed by the amount of colorful attire that I am surrounded by that I don’t know where... Continue reading →

Salads and Balance #training #halfmarathon

by mamapoole // July 24, 2013 // Comments off

Switching my rest day yesterday, I had to work my ST (strength training) into this evening. After figuring out the TV, I was busily working my core with bells and whistles on. I’m tired, I’m beat. My daughter woke up... Continue reading →

Week 4 – Training schedule half-marathon #halfmarathon

by mamapoole // July 23, 2013 // Comments off

I couldn’t help myself. I ran on a rest day. But I have a good excuse, really I do! I have to split up my 2 mile walk + ST and rest day. So tomorrow morning, I’m ST available. My... Continue reading →

Watermelon and Mint Salad #WeekdaySupper

by mamapoole // July 22, 2013 // Comments off

Shewie, is it getting hot out there! This week we hit high temperatures and scorching humidity. Believe me, not my favorite combinations, yuck! As I sat in my 74 degree temperature house, I pulled some refreshing ingredients to help me... Continue reading →