Black Bean Surprise Bites

Happy Tuesday friends! The old saying goes better late, than never, right?! I hope in this situation that is the case. 🙂 I promised both in person (before the pandemic) and on my Instagram months ago that I would share the final recipe my lab partner Gian & I developed in our Experimental Foods class … Continue reading Black Bean Surprise Bites

Why The Name Change?

Hi everyone!  You may have noticed the new website name & social media handles a couple weeks ago! I promise I am still the same black bean queen! #teamblackbeans4life BUT it was time for a change. Especially since I will offically be a licensed and practicing Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) in less than a year! I … Continue reading Why The Name Change?

The Top 5 Reasons to Run Gazelle Girl in Grand Rapids, Michigan on 4/19/20

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post in partnership with Gazelle Sports in regards to the upcoming Gazelle Girl half marathon . All opinions expressed in this post are my own. I only work with brands and companies that I stand behind and trust, but I wanted to be 100% transparent about our partnership. Gazelle Girl … Continue reading The Top 5 Reasons to Run Gazelle Girl in Grand Rapids, Michigan on 4/19/20

Do yourself a favor & vow to not diet in 2020!

I originally shared this on Instagram on January 1st, but I wanted to share here too in the hopes of reaching more people! 🙂 Happy 2020! Cheers to a new year & a new decade!🥂 Do yourself a favor & vow to NOT diet in 2020. There are so many better health goals to make this … Continue reading Do yourself a favor & vow to not diet in 2020!

Product review: Road ID

Disclaimer: I received a Road ID gift card to purchase a Road ID bracelet or Sidekick ID of my choice from Road ID to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews! Why was I so excited to try out … Continue reading Product review: Road ID

Review: Hot Chocolate 15k 2019

Disclaimer: I’m reviewing the Hot Chocolate 15k as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews! BibRave was kind enough to give me an entry to the Hot Chocolate 15k on Sunday, November 3, 2019, so I could run … Continue reading Review: Hot Chocolate 15k 2019

Plant-Based Protein Powders and How to Choose One

*Note: I am not a doctor or medical professional. I am studying nutrition and on the path to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). Please, contact a practicing RDN or another healthcare professional with any questions or concerns before adopting a new way of eating. Good afternoon friends! 🙂 Every week I receive multiple questions … Continue reading Plant-Based Protein Powders and How to Choose One

Review: Run Mag Mile 10k 2019

Disclaimer: I’m reviewing the Run Mag Mile 10k as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews! BibRave was kind enough to give me an entry to the Run Mag Mile 10k on Saturday September 7, 2019, so I could run … Continue reading Review: Run Mag Mile 10k 2019

Review: Endure Strong Coaching

Disclaimer: I received coaching from Endure Strong as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews. Since becoming a BibRave Pro in December 2017, I have had the opportunity to try some cool products and awesome races, but the Endure Strong coaching was unlike anything … Continue reading Review: Endure Strong Coaching

The BibRave Chicago Summit and Rock ‘N Roll Half 2019 review

Disclaimer: I’m reviewing the Rock 'n' Roll Chicago half marathon  as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews! It may surprise some of you, but favorite part of being a BibRave Pro is not the opportunity to try different … Continue reading The BibRave Chicago Summit and Rock ‘N Roll Half 2019 review