RESULTS: Elk Grove 2013 5K Fun Run Series #1

He did it! The hubby ran his first 5K! I am so proud of him for accomplishing something he probably never though he'd ever do. I was cheesing throughout the entire (almost) race knowing that I was running w/ my hubby. I was on the fence for the longest time, debating whether or not I wanted to run the race. Part of me wanted to just curl up in bed since it would be about 30 degrees (I'm a Cali girl) and it would be super early (I never run at 8 am!) and I could think of other things (sleep) that sounded more appealing. But I am ECSTATIC that we made it out there and now the hubs has his first 5K down.

Check out our times!

It was so cool running with my Garmin and new running kicks. The worse part about the run was the the hubs started to feel lightheaded during the last mile. But he was a champ and pushed through, even pushing us to pick it up once we saw the finish line. Something had gone wrong because he didn't feel well afterward and had a big headache that actually lasted until the next morning! We'll have to figure something out for next time.

Here's what I made when we got home. Chicken quesadillas! I know, I know. I'm super fancy. :)

It's National Peanut Butter Day!

According to STUFT Mama, it's National Peanut Butter Day. I must have subconsciously known this because I made myself a PBJ for lunch today!

I'm so excited to try my new Pro Compression sleeves. I just ordered them last night using an awesome 40% off + free shipping code that the awesome running bloggers shared with the rest of us commoners. I ordered these black sleeves. Can't wait to try them out and report back! (Wow, this post is just full of links!)

I'm on my third cup of tea today. Tummy is just not having it. Luckily these babies are caffeine free! :)

The Niner game and roasted brussel sprouts

I did it! I went for a run this morning. One down, one to go for the weekend. What a b-e-a-utiful day. I wish I could run at this time everyday. It's very nice when the sun is out. =) It was a slow run, only 2 miles at 27 minutes total. 

Went to a friend's house to watch the Niner game. We're going to the Super Bowl!!! Check out the intensity and focus of the boys: 

Here was my potluck item. Believe it or not, I am eating brussel sprouts. I thought this day would never come. But someone made this for us during Xmas and they were so delicious. They are first roasted and then tossed in a sweet chili vinegar mix. They were a hit at the party! (Sorry the picture quality is not that great. I took this when half of the batch was already eaten!) 

Roasted Brussel Sprouts

Serves 4-6

2 lbs brussel sprouts, halved

4 T olive oil

Juice and zest of one lemon

Kosher salt

6 basil leaves, torn (optional)

1/2 chili pepper, chopped (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 400 F.

2. On a baking sheet, toss sprouts with olive oil and 1 tsp. salt. Roast for 35-40 minutes. Outer leaves should be crispy.

3. While hot, place sprouts in a mixing bowl. Stir in 1/2 to 1/4 cup sweet chili vinegar (see below). 

Stir in lemon juice and zest. Add salt to taste. Garnish with basi leaves and chili pepper if desired. 

Sweet Chili Vinegar

1 c sugar

1 c white vinegar

1/2 t black pepper

1 1/2 t crushed dried red pepper

1/2 head garlic, minced

Mix ingredients in a sauce pan, and cook over low heat until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes.