Adventures in food, fitness & living a balanced life
The kale recipe I decided to try was the Overnight Kale Salad. The thing that called to me about this recipe? The word OVERNIGHT. As I got home around 8pm last night, I knew that I needed to get some things ready for today like breakfast, … [Read more...]
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...]
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...]
Head on over to the NIFS blog to check out my Springtime Carrot Spice Muffin Recipe! These little muffins are addicting and delicious :) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Whenever I … [Read more...]
I had been anticipating this morning's workout since Monday when I read Tina's post highlighting this upper body routine. source I was initially introduced to Tina's fabulous workout routines as a participant in Best Body Bootcamp. Tina … [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...]
Good Morning! This week has literally FLOWN by....anyone else feel that way? Last night, after work, it was time to complete my long run for my half marathon training program. 9 miles. As I am one of the group leaders for the NIFS Mini … [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...]
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.
