Austin


5k Race Finish Line

This past Sunday I participated in my first ever 5k race. Just over a year ago I could barely walk without holding on to a wall or stopping every few steps to catch my breath. On Sunday I did 3.15 miles in 49 minutes. I’ve had such amazing weight loss and increases in my health [...]
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lukeslocker

As I get ready for my first 5k, Ashli gave me a couple of recommendations for running shoe stores here in Austin that she said provide great service and would be able to help me pick out the right pair of shoes. I’ve been wearing the same style of Nike 4E sneaker for a decade [...]
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First 5k Run - Walk

Ashli, one of my fitness trainers, mentioned a few weeks ago that she is working with Easter Seals on their 5k run/walk here in Austin in November. I’ve always thought it would be awesome to get involved with races at some point – so I did it! I registered for my first 5k run/walk! I [...]
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spices1

I want to get back to reviewing a local restaurant or food supplier every week or so. You can read review of Blenders and Bowls from July. I have totally fallen in love with B&B – their staff is always friendly and the acai bowls are amazing – I know I’ve said it 100 times [...]
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thebigsalad

As I mentioned last week, my goal is to try one new restaurant or eatery each week as I expand my food palette. Last week I tried Blenders and Bowls for my first “acai bowl”. This week I headed to the Whole Foods in downtown Austin. Did you know that Whole Foods is based here [...]
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