I made back to Orlando late last night from Blog Brûlée, an RD food blogger retreat in Vermont. Connecting with old friends and meeting new ones that inspire me really builds me up.
Lovely ladies right to left: Kara Lydon, McKenzie Hall, Danielle Omar, Min Kwon, Me
While we did a great deal of learning from each other it was more like a “party” where we just spent time together, talking about food blogging from SEO and building a brand, to food photography, styling, and photo editing. I’ll be sure to share more about my major takeaways in upcoming blog posts.
Ann and I got out in the chilly weather yesterday morning for a hike to get our blood flowing before a day of travel. Vermont is so beautiful with the scenic views and lots of rolling hills… took me back to the Vermont City Marathon with Cabot Fit.
I feels refreshing to get back in my grove with workouts, work, and a normal sleep schedule. My body craves routine. It’s been hard to catch up on rest with all the travel that I’ve been doing. Grocery shopping usually happens on the weekends, so I’m thankful that my sweet husband was able to pick up some groceries for the week. #teamwork
Florida pal, Jenna and I outside enjoying the fall weather.
Kara and I on a walk to our first session at Blog Brûlée.
My week is pretty stacked with meetings in the evenings per usual and since I didn’t have time to meal prep, I needed recipes that are quick and easy to throw together on the fly. Here’s our week of workouts & eats!
Monday
CrossFit
Italian Wedding Soup with Quinoa & Kale {freezer leftovers}
Tuesday
Track Workout & Restorative Yoga
Wednesday
CrossFit
Chipotle Bacon Avocado Grilled Cheese with Garden Salad
Thursday
Easy Run & Flow Yoga
Sun-dried Tomato, Kale, & Chicken Sausage Bake
Friday
CrossFit
Dinner OUT {Miracle Miles 15K in the AM}
Hope you all have a happy & healthy week! What about you… are you trying any new workouts or eats?
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Ann Dunaway Teh (@anndunawayteh) says
I’m so far behind! But I loved meeting you at Blog Brulee and our morning walk! I hope to see you again soon and keeping up with you online.
Kristina LaRue says
I know what that feels like!! It was a pleasure to hang out with you at Blog Brûlée!!
Liz - Meal Makeover Mom says
So nice meeting you at Blog Brulee. Looking forward to reading your blog in the coming months!!
Kristina LaRue says
I loved spending time with you Liz!!
Regan @ Cabot Creamery says
As always, it was awesome having you in Vermont and getting to spend the weekend with you!!! Can’t wait to see you soon in Atlanta!
Kristina LaRue says
Awwe, I wish we could go back… see you soon Regan!! And hopefully in AUBURN after your marathon?
Jenna @ Fresh Food Perspectives says
I’m so glad I got to hang out with you this past weekend. Wish there was more time. Love your meal plan. Thanks for sharing!
Kristina LaRue says
YES!! It was really really good to catch up.
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
Looks like such a great time! Vermont looks gorgeous! I totally hear ya though – it’s always nice to come home and back to your own routine 🙂 Can’t wait to hear more about Blog Brulee 🙂
Kristina LaRue says
I love the weather change up there too! Very refreshing.
Anisa says
Wow! It’s amazing how much work there is to running a blog! Hope you enjoyed your weekend. I can’t wait for you to share some of the stuff that you’ve learnt! Seems like you get out there and exercise quite a bit – I will be sure to do more of that this week 🙂
Anisa.xx
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Kristina LaRue says
Thanks Anisa… I had a wonderful time. Keep up the good work this week.. I know I feel so much better when I stay consistent with exercise…. although it’s challenging
Kara Lydon, RD says
Looks like you’ve got some seriously delicious eats ahead of you! I’m trying out a new local yoga studio this week. SO nice seeing you again this weekend. I adore that picture of the two of us, btw!
Kristina LaRue says
I love it too Kara!! I know I’ll see you soon, oh and BTW I’ve been looking for an excuse to come back to Boston…