With a half-marathon just around the corner and a love of delicious smoothies, my husband and I are embarking on the 7-Day tart cherry challenge. Thank you to the Cherry Marketing Institute for helping me to share this recipe with you.. There has been a lot of running going on, which means a lot of…
The Boston Marathon: One Year Later
A year later, we look back on our experience at the Boston Marathon. We honor, we remember…and we run. We are here, in Boston. One year after the bombing. One year after we came too close for comfort. We are here to cheer on my husband as he runs his third Boston Marathon. And we…
Run Like a Girl: Lacing Up Together {A Challenge}
It’s time to lace up those running shoes and hit the road. I’m introducing a new section on my blog and issuing a challenge to you! Use hashtag #runwithdara on social media. Everyone deserves to give themselves a gift every now and then. While there’s something to be said for a rockin’ pair of new…
My First Marathon: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
It’s done, and I did it! It’s been a little more than a week since I completed running my first marathon. Portland, Oregon was the amazing backdrop for the event, and it truly was an experience to remember. When I posted Marathon Training (The True Story), I was blown away by all of the supportive…
Marathon Training (The True Story) & Carbo-Loading Pasta Recipes
It’s been quite a year. Looking back, it’s hard to believe that one year ago, I was 30 pounds heavier (see the “before” photos), intensely unhappy about where I was with my appearance and fitness level and wallowing in self-pity (oh, there were a lot of tears). And now, here we are. It’s two days…
Healthy Mushroom, Orzo & Swiss Chard Soup Recipe {Vegan} & Marathon Update
This delicious, vegan Healthy Mushroom, Orzo and Swiss Chard Soup is hearty and rich in flavor, but light on calories. I officially entered the land of crazy this weekend. As I mentioned before, I am training for my first marathon. In fact, the marathon is less than two weeks away (cue the butterflies). There are…
Rhubarb Margarita Recipe, Running Update & TV Cooking Segment
I have a mish-mash of topics for you today and a couple of exciting updates. We’ll start with a Rhubarb Margarita recipe that is sure to become a summertime favorite (even the guys will like this one), then move on to an update about the running side of my life (the butterflies are fluttering already)…
Southwestern Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe with Black Beans, Brown Rice & Red Pepper
With the kick of southwestern flavors, you’ll never know how healthy these stuffed mushrooms are. Last week, I was racking my brain to think of a new appetizer to add to my arsenal, perhaps something that could also double as a side dish at a summer barbecue. Stuffed mushrooms have been a favorite of mine…
Whole Wheat Pasta Salad Recipe with Salmon, Tomatoes & Herb Dressing for a Half-Marathon
This easy whole wheat pasta salad is packed with salmon and tomatoes, and tossed with a herb-infused dressing. Perfect for summertime potlucks and picnics! This is it. For me, this weekend marks a culmination of my health and weight loss journey. On Saturday morning, I’ll be rolling out of bed at some godforsaken hour, dragging…