Home Sweet Home

Greetings from my fabulous hotel room high atop sunny downtown San Diego.  As mentioned in my previous post,  I have quite the travel schedule this month – but all good things and great cities. I lived in San Diego about 5 years ago where I joined Joe in running his first marathon (San Diego Rock N Roll). I love visiting here and am psyched to be back for a few days.

The Philly RNR Half is in less than two weeks. Yesterday I completed my last double-digit run (10-miler) before the big day which felt quick and strong. Such a confidence booster. So I’m taking it easy the next 12 days (yikes) but will still fit in one or two tempo/interval runs, a few easy runs, and maybe an 8-miler this weekend. Since I’m traveling, I have a feeling a lot of my runs within the next 12 days will involve hotel treadmills (sigh). However I’m staying at hotels with above average fitness centers so I definitely can’t complain. I’m also determined to stick to nutritious meals which is always a little tricky while away. Will keep you posted. 

Anyways, this past weekend was spent up with my family and friends in New Hampshire and Boston. I grew up in NH and went to college in Boston – which remains my #1 favorite city. Unfortunately I am only able to get up to my parent’s house in NH and visit Boston a few times a year – so when I do I definitely try to make the most of every moment I’m there. Friday evening was spent enjoying some family time with my parents, sister, and my adorable one-year-old nephew. On Saturday morning, my mom, sister and I decided to head to Mack’s Apples – an adorable/famous orchard shop in Londonderry, NH. I actually worked at its adjoining ice cream stand in high school and still consider it the best job I ever had.

If ever in southern NH, you have to stop by Mack’s.

(Cortlands and Mckintosh are my favorite)

Fresh veggies…

Sweet Corn…

Jams, Honey, & Preserves…

Baking Mix & Sweets...

Love it here.

Okay guys, I have to go. The weather is seriously perfect here in SD and I have a couple free hours this afternoon - so I’m off to sit outside!

Question: Any tips for eating healthy while traveling? Help!