My picks for travel snacks are always changing to match the meals I’ve been eating. I use to be very habitual about eating on a routine and the same things on repeat – and although it’s obviously not a bad thing to know what you like (and routine eating can often take the guess work out of healthy eating) it doesn’t quite work for me when I travel.
I knew I was going to be spending a good amount of time exploring the food scene in the area – so I stashed a few items that were versatile enough for both snacks, mix and matched for meals, and (pre) breakfast. Do you wake up extremely hungry or is it just me? I find that I always need a bite before everyone officially rolls out to brunch together – I can never wait that long! The hangries for sure gets real for me, and it’s not the prettiest thing in the morning!
The items above are from a recent trip I took – I definitely did not go through everything. Being the compulsive packer and picky eater I am, I like to be prepared rather than not. Here are a few items I packed this go round:
I’m incredibly humbled to share with you guys that I will be running the Chicago Marathon this year on October 11th, as part of Saucony’s 26 Strong campaign.
The 26 Strong Campaign features 13 veteran marathoners as they coach 13 first time marathoners (aka me…AH!!)
I followed along the runners and their coaches during last year’s campaign – I admit I’m still in a little bit of a shock thinking that it will be me running the race this year. (I get goosebumps every time I talk about!) While I was flattered when Competitor contacted me about the race, I was definitely a little nervous. Running 26.2 miles definitely takes both mental and physical strength. Nonetheless, completing a marathon has been on my mind ever since I completed my first race in college.
I flew out last Thursday to visit one of my best friends (who’s currently in school to be a future badass veterinarian!) in Columbia, Missouri. It was a gorgeous weekend full of good company and relaxation – much needed after a few physically and mentally draining weeks.
I wanted to share with you today a few notable eats throughout the trip!
Today I’m sharing 6 lunch ideas of mine from the past few weeks – sad desk lunch no more! I like to bring my lunch to work because a) it saves money b) it gives me the flexibility of having healthy options that I actually want to eat. Also, it’s fun for me – there’s something about an incredibly organized lunchbox that gives my OCD mindset all the feels.
Fun fact: I brought my lunch to school every single day all through elementary, middle, and high school. Needless to say, I’ve got some experience under my belt. However, gone are the days of Lunchables and Capri Suns – the current brown bag situation is SO much better (healthier, tastier, and overall more kick-ass.)
Each of these lunches are as easy as the title says – prep them the night before and grab and go in the morning!
It’s Monday so I got a little coconut crazy to start the week right. Story of my life.