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Newport + Other Weekend Things

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Hello and happy Monday, friends! Did you have a nice weekend? We spent part of our weekend down in Newport, Rhode Island for our annual family trip. Fun fact: Even though Qman is only 2 years old, this year was technically his 4th annual Newport trip. Figure that one out! When we arrived, we did our usual Friday evening routine: Lugging way too much stuff inside, building a fire, and then ordering take-out Thai food  for dinner. Our trip always starts out kind of like this, and I know I definitely look forward to a low-key Friday evening in Newport.   On Saturday morning, we were all awake bright and early. As some of you know, vacation with a toddler is not really a vacation, so we headed straight to Empire Coffee & Tea Co . #coffeeme It was pouring rain when we left the apartment, but I was more than happy to break out my Hunter boots ! After that, we headed home to relax and get ready for the day. Breakfast was at  Ocean Breeze Cafe   Lorusso’s , which is another an

Weekend Link Love – Edition 420

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If you’re pinterested in winning a gift certificate to Whole Foods, enter this  Primal Kitchen Pinterest contest . Research of the Week On the causality—or lack thereof—of the gut biome’s association with obesity . Going barefoot in the classroom makes kids more enthusiastic about school. Where you carry your fat affects your risk of heart disease. The role of mitochondrial hormesis in exercise training. Strong kids become healthy adults . Structured exercise reduces disability burden in older people, partially by helping them bounce back from periods of immobility. Intervals may be more efficient than steady-state cardio, but not if you hate running them . Scientists may have created a universal flu vaccine . Morning sickness predicts a reduced risk of miscarriage. Trampoline training is fun and effective . New Primal Blueprint Podcasts Episode 136: Beverly Meyer  — Beverly Meyer is an expert on Vitamin K2 with 30 years of experience as a naturopathic practitioner.

Kombucha: Good or Bad?

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With the exploding popularity of fermented foods, it’s likely that kombucha has ended up on your radar or even in your fridge. But is this drinkable fermented tea worthwhile? The Good A concoction of tea, sugar, fruit juice, bacteria and yeast are combined to create a pungent and slightly fizzy beverage. Homemade and store-bought versions require a jelly-like substance known as the “mother” or “scoby,” which introduces bacteria and yeast into the flavored liquid that’s then allowed to ferment. This drink is often touted for its tummy-pleasing probiotics plus numerous B vitamins. Some blends also include additional fiber and Omega-3 fats from add-ins like chia seeds, greens, herbs and algae. The Bad A potential downside of these drinks is the wide range of nutritional variation. Depending on the ingredients, calories can range from 60 to 160 per (16 fluid ounce) bottle. The fermenting process also creates a small amount of alcohol. Though they are desirable for their probiotic cont

Fall Half Marathon Training: Week 4

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Good morning and happy Sunday! I’m actually getting ready to head out for a long run this morning, but I wanted to share my workout recap from last week. It was a decent week overall, but I really wish I had done more running/working out, but, with travel to both Chicago and Newport, I’m happy that I was able to fit in at least a couple of runs this week. SUNDAY: Off MONDAY: KFIT AMRAP 10 Row 200 meters 10 S2OH #95 10 “Stir the Pot” abs on stability ball –Rest 3 minutes– AMRAP 10 Row 200 meters 15 Box Jumps 10 Sit-Ups TUESDAY: 6.5 miles WEDNESDAY: Off THURSDAY: 3 miles  FRIDAY: CrossFit The V-Ups totally got me. I really need to work on my core. It’s been over 2 years since I’ve had Qman! SATURDAY: Off Deals on Exercise Gear Downplay Capri  – I am obsessed with these comfy pants, and I practically live in jogger styles nowadays. I just throw on a pair of sneakers, and I’m good to go! Perfect for lifestyle/running errands! Chi Tank Extra Long  – Plain tanks fo