Review: Holiday Clif Bar Trio

While shopping the other day I came across the holiday themed Clif Bars. With three flavors, spiced pumpkin pie, peppermint stick and iced gingerbread, I had to give these a shot.  So I had the idea of taking pics of each bar to show what they looked like. However, after taking pics of all three, I'm sad to say that there is no significant difference between each other. Iced gingerbread was the first one tried. Totally expecting a gingerbread...

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Tomato Tofu Egg Drop Soup

With the weather being rather chilly, it was only appropriate to make soup. Lately I've been pretty lazy to make anything that required a lot of ingredients or time. So for those who are lazy and short of time, give this recipe a shot.  Tomato Tofu Egg Drop Soup Tomatoes (more or less for your liking) peeled and seeds removed 1 tray off firm tofu, cubed 2 eggs beaten 1 can chicken stock 2c water salt to taste Measure out...

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New Shoes - Asics Gel-DS Sky Speed

I hate running. I am one of those who will be cursing not celebrating if the swim segment gets canceled for in triathlon. However, it still part of a triathlon so it's gotta be done. One thing about the area where I live is that it rains a lot. It's all good that it keeps things green but when you have holes on the bottom of your shoes, it sucks. I love my K-Swiss-Blade Light Run shoes but needed something that didn't have holes for wet weather...

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Pumpkin Sherbet

This past weekend I finally got around to murdering my pumpkin. I'll be honest, I hate the holidays. Horrible music, gift giving and long waits at the airport. Definitely not my thing. However, I do appreciate the cool weather and awesome food though. On that note, I bring you Pumpkin Sherbet by SkinnyTaste. Pumpkin Sherbet   1. 2 1/4 cups 1% milk 2. 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp sugar 3. 1 cup pumpkin puree or canned stuff  4. 2 tsp pure...

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Strange cravings while on the bike

So this past weekend I was out on my usual 50 something mile ride and had the strangest craving for cinnamon rolls. I could have gone for instant gratification and hit up Cinnabon or Safeway but why do that when homemade is much better.  (I demolished 2 before a pic was taken) So after a quick search on Foodgawker, I found a scaled down recipe from the Pioneer Woman. She's awesome. I wish she was my mom or neighbor. Anyways her recipe made a...

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The Barefoot Running Movement and Born To Run

If it wasn't for this book, would barefoot/minimalist running be where it is now? What are your thoughts? Personally, I am not against it but not for it either. It great that it get's people get's people out to exercise. It's just not for me. About the book, I thought it was well pretty entertaining. Credible? Who knows. What I thought the message the book was relaying in the two pics below Evil Empire (Big running shoe companies) Rebel Alliance...

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2011 Koolina Sprint Tri

This past weekend I ventured way out west to participate in the Koolina Sprint Tri out at the Koolina resort. Apparently this is the last triathlon on the island for the year so I was hoping for a good finish before switching over to biathlons. If you've been following from the beginning I had great aspirations for racing this year. After running the Xterra off road trail race with 8 min something pace, I was looking forward to finally having decent...

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Medals4Mettle

So you've done a few races and got a few medals. Assuming that it isn't gold, silver or bronze, you'll probably toss these medals in some random place around the house and forget about it. Personally, I rather have a coffee mug or a beer glass instead (more useful). Well, fear not, I have found a use for your medals. Medals4Mettle. Click link for more info.  Koolina triathlon race report will be up soon....

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No hassle Focaccia Bread

Craving focaccia bread but don't have all day it wait or just to lazy to knead dough? Well, I have the recipe for you. No Hassle Focaccia Bread from King Arthur Flour.  No Hassle Focaccia Bread 1 1/2c warm water 2T olive oil1 1/4t salt3 1/2c flour1T instant yeast1/8t chopped fresh rosemaryrosemary sprigspoppy seedsrock salt Grease a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick spray or olive oil. Set aside. Using an electric mixer (by hand...

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On the lighter side of things..

Thought these were funny. I'm sure we all know or seen someone like this at the races.  My personal favorite   ...

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Almost Vegan Quinoa Burritos

If anyone tells you that "Doing Triathlons is inexpensive" they are lying, have a sugar mama/daddy or are so ridiculously rich money ain't a thing. Unfortunately, I'm not Jay-Z so things get can be tough at times. Since leftover chicken was the only meat in the fridge I had to make do with what was available.  Almost Vegan Quinoa Burritos 1 can black beans 1c quinoa (raw) 2c chicken broth (can use vegetable or water)1/2 of onion,...

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Almost Puffy Tacos

So the other night I kinda spaced out and over headed a tortilla in the micro. If you've never done this before, the tortilla gets pretty hard. This rules out any possibility of having a burrito. So with some quick thinking, I tossed it on the dish rack to create a taco.  Tacos Almost Puffy TacosFlour TortillaLettuceChickenCheese Place tortilla in microwave for about a min. Once done place on dish rack or something that will create a taco form...

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Coconut Cream Dragon Fruit Sorbet

So I've been put on the disabled list until my test results get back. It's kind of a downer since I was really looking forward to doing the Koolina Tri. Since my weekend usually consists of a long bike ride, running, strength training and sleeping it doesn't leave me with much time to do try multiple recipes in one day. While browsing my usual food sites I came across this recipe for Coconut Cream Dragon fruit Sorbet from The Ardent Epicure. Oh yeah,...

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Crickets

Sorry it's been pretty quiet here lately. I haven't been feeling the greatest lately. Over the past 2 weeks I've had trouble breathing, kinda like when someone sits on your chest. Workouts have been pretty bad. I feel like I'm a100lbs overweight and really out of shape. To top it off, I feel really really exhausted all the time. So decided to go see the doctor before I drop dead somewhere. Doctors visit went alright, definitively not heartburn but possibly Exercise-induced asthma. She had me take a blood test and a chest x-ray to make sure it's...

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Some essentials

So this season I've the great pleasure to deal with the joy of an Achilles tendon injury. It was brought upon by a number of things like tight calves, increased mileage, improper running form and the desire to push through pain led to my injury. Here's a pair of things that I found useful on the road to recovery. The Stick According to the website, The Stick provides the following benefits: " - Prevent & Predict Muscle Injuries - Dramatically...

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Green Velvet Cake

Sometimes I miss my unemployment days. My usual day would consist of swimming, biking, bodyboarding or running in the morning, eat breakfast, nap and look for jobs. After lunch, I'd work on small projects or bake something if I was in the mood. Good times. Anyways, I was off for a few days and decided to try this Red Velvet Cake I saw on Foodjimoto.  So why green instead of red? Well, it's because I ran out of red, didn't want to pay $7 for...

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Previews

Been a little busy lately but fear not, I am working on it.  It's like winter green velvet cake Cute Chinese masseuse alternative Never to old for sticker...

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Tomato Corn Chowder

So I was feeling a little sick the other day and didn't feel like chicken noodle soup. Since the slumlords made their monthly collection, I needed to make do with what I hand. After seeing this recipe for Tomato Corn Chowder on Foodjimoto, I decided to give it a shot.  Tomato Corn Chowder Peeled TomatoesMinced Garlic (she used roasted garlic, I didn't have or was in the mood to make any)1 Can of unsalted non-creamed corn (She used fresh)...

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New hydration/gear setup

So I've been thinking about changing my setup for sprint and Olympic distance races my current setup isn't very aerodynamic. Currently, I have one water bottle on the frame, a tool kit bag under the seat and a bento box. After reading a few articles on ST, I've decided to give the horizontal mounted and under the seat mounted styles a try. Chris McCormack rocking the horizontal setup in the 2010 Kona Ironman. Chris Lieto with the under seat setup....

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2011 Cholo's Waimea Bay 1.2 mile Swim

 Waimea Bay I know it's a little late. Anyways, on with the report.  Never deprive yourself of sleep. Listen to your body if it's tired. Rest and do it another day. I however, didn't listen and paid the price. Since Mondays are my sort of recovery days from working late on Sunday nights, I had every intention to be out cold by 8:30. So after a great 2K open water swim in my new SLS3 Fobic Speed suit. Little did I know, my post-workout high...

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