Adventures in food, fitness & living a balanced life
Saturday I ran and completed my fourth half marathon! It is always an overwhelming and amazing feeling to cross the finish line, but this race was extra special because I beat my personal record by 30 seconds (every second counts ;)) and the … [Read more...]
My final post in the Doing Indy "Being Active in Indy" series is up today. Make sure to head over to the Doing Indy blog to check it out! ___________________________________________________________________________________________ I can't … [Read more...]
Last night, Brian and I tried a new-to-us workout at NIFS: Boot Camp! I am working on a project for work that required me to test out the class, and I LOVED it!! We met outside and the weather was absolutely gorgeous. The instructor, … [Read more...]
Brian and I have been completing a total body circuit 1-2 times a week for the past couple of weeks that we absolutely LOVE (as much as you can LOVE a workout ;) ) I enjoy completing this workout because by the end of it I have banged out 3 … [Read more...]
Today marks the final long run in my training program for the Indianapolis Mini Marathon. We will be hitting the road with 12 miles tonight, and although I am excited to complete this long distance I have also had a little … [Read more...]
I didn't feel comfortable posting about much yesterday, so I didn't get a chance to fill you in on Monday night's Les Mills Launch event at NIFS (my new place of work!) Every quarter, Les Mills releases new workouts and music for each of the class … [Read more...]
I am well into my Mini Marathon training program, with an 11 mile run on the books for next week. I absolutely love the challenge of running, but my body definitely takes the toll. In order to keep injuries at bay and minimize muscle soreness I … [Read more...]
Fridays, my gym has a combo class that is a 30 minute version of Bodycombat that is combined with CXWORX, which is a functional core training class. Brian always has to leave in the middle so that he can get to school on time, but last night he … [Read more...]
Breakfast today was a delicious bowl of overnight oats topped with banana. I happily enjoyed these oats, at home, in front of my computer. Tonight is my long run night for the NIFS Mini Marathon Training Program, so there was no need for me to … [Read more...]
As a girl who feels best after my morning gym session, I have come up with a very streamlined "getting ready" routine that I complete at the gym most mornings. Several of the women at the gym each week compliment me on my speed at getting into my … [Read more...]
I'm Tara, a 24-year-old fitness and food lover living in Indianapolis, IN.
I have a huge passion for experimenting in the kitchen, living an active life, and pursuing my dreams. As an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor, and Les Mills Certified Body Pump Instructor, I love teaching group fitness classes and being physically active every day.
This blog follows my life and my interests in fitness, mostly healthy food, family, friends, and living a well-balanced and healthy life.
