I know I know!! Just call me stranger danger!! I haven't forgotten about my blogged! My goal this month is to post 2x a week!!
Call me out if I don't meet my goal!!
Xxoo,
QLT
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Thursday, November 3, 2011
Girls on the Run!
I am the new Head Coach of a running team! Before I freak out, allow me to tell you about the program.
Girls on the Run® combines training for a 5K event with healthy living education. Our 12-week curricula address all aspects of girls' development - their physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual well-being.
Click here to visit the site.
Click here to donate.
I am looking forward to this amazing opportunity, as I feel passionately about helping young girls with self love! In addition to that, I want to help my girls with their love for running.
Our 5K race will be in April, I will keep you posted!
Peace,
QLT.
Girls on the Run
Girls on the Run of Maricopa County (GOTRMC) is a life-changing, non-profit prevention program that inspires girls in 3rd through 8th grade to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.Girls on the Run® combines training for a 5K event with healthy living education. Our 12-week curricula address all aspects of girls' development - their physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual well-being.
Click here to visit the site.
Click here to donate.
I am looking forward to this amazing opportunity, as I feel passionately about helping young girls with self love! In addition to that, I want to help my girls with their love for running.
Our 5K race will be in April, I will keep you posted!
Peace,
QLT.
Sunday, September 18, 2011
love the future.
what inspires you? i mean, what grabs you by the heart and makes you want more of life, running, happiness, ect?
as you know, i am a passionate person motivated by everything around me and inspired by the special things that exist. to be a runner is to be an inspiration to oneself. my first serious run back in may 2010 was a testament to what i wanted to do with my life. after running my first 5K race back in Oct.2010, i was inspired to continue running when i saw a fellow runner burst out in tears as she crossed the finish line. fresh. raw. real. i walked away from that race a new person, a born again runner. this was no longer a game. running touched me. the woman crying touched me...well, my heart.
and, my journey became real. running and i became...new.
that's when this blog started. my need to inspire someone and keep the trend going was no longer an option. my future taking priority over everything else was imperative. it was and still is time for me to keep pushing forward.
here i am a year later, continuing to search high and low for inspiration and pushing myself to pass that inspiration along to others. talking is not enough, i must commit myself to doing.
...believing and creating magic is just what i am going to do out there on the pavement. won't you join me?
paz,
qltiffany
as you know, i am a passionate person motivated by everything around me and inspired by the special things that exist. to be a runner is to be an inspiration to oneself. my first serious run back in may 2010 was a testament to what i wanted to do with my life. after running my first 5K race back in Oct.2010, i was inspired to continue running when i saw a fellow runner burst out in tears as she crossed the finish line. fresh. raw. real. i walked away from that race a new person, a born again runner. this was no longer a game. running touched me. the woman crying touched me...well, my heart.
and, my journey became real. running and i became...new.
that's when this blog started. my need to inspire someone and keep the trend going was no longer an option. my future taking priority over everything else was imperative. it was and still is time for me to keep pushing forward.
here i am a year later, continuing to search high and low for inspiration and pushing myself to pass that inspiration along to others. talking is not enough, i must commit myself to doing.
paz,
qltiffany
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
can't stop won't stop.
Milk is chillin, Giz is chillin What more can I say? Top billin That's what we get, got it good Since you understood, would you Stop scheming, and looking hard I got a great big bodyguard So step up if you wanna get hurt Milk Dee's gonna pull the skirt I get money, money I got Stunts call me honey if they feel real hot That's how it is, you can ask Giz I stole your girl while you were in prison Jail, for MC assault You was jealous it's all your fault
Whoooo hooooo!! That joint is off the hook!! I'm gonna bless you all with yet another mixtape
to get you thru those long runs!! Link coming soon!!
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
dude.freaking.wow.
not gonna lie, this heat is killin me. like, for real though, it's too hot outside for me. yesterday and today i got in my car after work, and saw this on the dashboard:
are you freakin kiddin me? i've never seen those numbers together in Phoenix!! argh!!! so i'm avoiding the sun by any means necessary. you can catch me running anytime after 9pm.
to my phoenix road runners, rock on. to my non phoenix road runners (people with normal running weather), count your blessings.
peace,
t.
to my phoenix road runners, rock on. to my non phoenix road runners (people with normal running weather), count your blessings.
peace,
t.
Sunday, August 28, 2011
the things you'll find...
tonight was a good night. why, you ask? because it ended with a couple of laughs.
my friend and i went on a run along tempe town lake, it was amazing. after a quick 5k, we decided to end the night at starbucks with an iced tea. what did we find?
my friend and i went on a run along tempe town lake, it was amazing. after a quick 5k, we decided to end the night at starbucks with an iced tea. what did we find?
ya boi was knocked out!! he must of had a loooong day!! did you peep the cig? and let's talk about why i had enough moxie to actually take a picture?! after i realized that the flash from my camera didn't wake him, i ran inside to inform the barista that we had a situation outside. (again, why did i tell on the man?) anywhoo, 1 iced tea later, he woke up and had the nerve to put out the cigarette on the concrete. i told him, "you didn't need to do that bruh, that cig been out for a minute."
come run with me, you're bound to get a laugh or two out of it.
nite bloggies,
t.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
just another day...
so...
apparently i'm back. yeah, that's right, QLT is in training mode. i woke up this morning, made egg whites and turkey bacon. ran a 5k, hit the pool then came back home to relax. at 730 i hit mill ave for yet, another 5k with friends of laceup. finished off the night with baked chicken and steamed broccoli. the day felt good!! thanks for all of your posts on facebook and twitter!! you all really keep me going!!
(the pix are not the best quality, but hey, i tried)
keep running my friends, keep running.
qlt.
apparently i'm back. yeah, that's right, QLT is in training mode. i woke up this morning, made egg whites and turkey bacon. ran a 5k, hit the pool then came back home to relax. at 730 i hit mill ave for yet, another 5k with friends of laceup. finished off the night with baked chicken and steamed broccoli. the day felt good!! thanks for all of your posts on facebook and twitter!! you all really keep me going!!
(the pix are not the best quality, but hey, i tried)
(mill ave in front of starbucks)
(tempe beach and a-mountain)
(i looooove tempe!! it's so beautiful!!)
keep running my friends, keep running.
qlt.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
pre-run
i have guests from cali staying with me for a week. my friend and her boyfriend. cute young couple that loves to work out and have set personal fitness/weight loss goals. today, we ran and lifted weights after breakfast and exchanged rituals and fitness tips.
it was awesome. not the part about me being third wheel in the gym, but hanging out with 2 friends that inspired me to hit it hard.
anywhoo, i shared a little secret with them about a supplement that gives you ENERGY to the 10th degree. it was my best friend during my training for my first marathon back in 2010. usually after jack3d, i will run 10 miles and lift weights for like an hour and then do abs. now that's serious.
bloggies, meet JACK3D
i swear by this stuff. one scoop mixed with water or even powerade will change your life. it gives you energy and makes you feel like you can run a marathon, literally. i wouldn't endorse something that would actually kill you or something that is a waste of money. i have actually used the entire product and feel like i have experience enough to share the wealth.
right now it's on sale at GNC for only $24.99. tell em tiffany sent you.
qlt.
it was awesome. not the part about me being third wheel in the gym, but hanging out with 2 friends that inspired me to hit it hard.
anywhoo, i shared a little secret with them about a supplement that gives you ENERGY to the 10th degree. it was my best friend during my training for my first marathon back in 2010. usually after jack3d, i will run 10 miles and lift weights for like an hour and then do abs. now that's serious.
bloggies, meet JACK3D
right now it's on sale at GNC for only $24.99. tell em tiffany sent you.
qlt.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
who is t.harris?
hey bloggies!!
my 1 year anniversary of blogging is quickly approaching (aug 27th), so in preparation of that, i feel it's only right to reflect on who i am as a runner for my new readers.
10 things you knew about me from my blog
1. i ran my first half marathon 1/16/11
2. i used to hate running
3. i belong to an awesome running crew
4. even when i vacate, i holds it down in the hotel gym
5. i was a vegetarian for 6 months
6. coach jay from nike campus makes my palms sweat
7. im a foodie and will blow calories fast
8. 'bloggie' is the nickname i give my readers
9. i'm addicted to nike scottsdale quarters only b/c of the treadmill
10. my ultimate goal is to run 'hood to coast' before i die
10 things about me you didn't know
1. blogging is therapy to me
2. i'm inspired by other running blogs (shout out to bangs on the run and thru the blue)
3. in the middle of mile 3, i tend to get a little antsy, but after mile 5, i'm coasting.
4. i think i'm cool because i ran in puebla mexico this summer
5. my favorite power food: cliff bars
6. after every run, i feel like trash talking
7. after every run, i usually trash talk
8. my students make fun of me when they see me limping b/c they know why i'm limping
9. my favorite place to run in phoenix is on the phoenix college track downtown (my knees thank me for it)
10. i tend to give the nod of acknowledgement or thumbs up to fellow runners during a run (sue me)
hehe,
qlt.
my 1 year anniversary of blogging is quickly approaching (aug 27th), so in preparation of that, i feel it's only right to reflect on who i am as a runner for my new readers.
10 things you knew about me from my blog
1. i ran my first half marathon 1/16/11
2. i used to hate running
3. i belong to an awesome running crew
4. even when i vacate, i holds it down in the hotel gym
5. i was a vegetarian for 6 months
6. coach jay from nike campus makes my palms sweat
7. im a foodie and will blow calories fast
8. 'bloggie' is the nickname i give my readers
9. i'm addicted to nike scottsdale quarters only b/c of the treadmill
10. my ultimate goal is to run 'hood to coast' before i die
10 things about me you didn't know
1. blogging is therapy to me
2. i'm inspired by other running blogs (shout out to bangs on the run and thru the blue)
3. in the middle of mile 3, i tend to get a little antsy, but after mile 5, i'm coasting.
4. i think i'm cool because i ran in puebla mexico this summer
5. my favorite power food: cliff bars
6. after every run, i feel like trash talking
7. after every run, i usually trash talk
8. my students make fun of me when they see me limping b/c they know why i'm limping
9. my favorite place to run in phoenix is on the phoenix college track downtown (my knees thank me for it)
10. i tend to give the nod of acknowledgement or thumbs up to fellow runners during a run (sue me)
hehe,
qlt.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
the sweet runner's smell is back.
yeah. the time is here. it's time to kick things in gear, cut the fat and ugly carbs from my diet and prepare myself for yet another sweet half-marathon.
i slammed the door, kicked off my lunar glides+ and headed to my laptop to sync my run. it was in that moment that i remembered the blood sweat and tears shed just 6 months ago when i completed my first half-marathon. day in and day out, all i thought about was running. and when i wasn't thinking about running, i was either talking about running to someone, blogging about running, or actually...running.
yeah, i was bit obsessed.
well, when you're preparing yourself for 13.1 miles on the pavement, your mind and body have got to be in the right place. this is not a joke. and so, the smellier my tshirts are, the more bragging rights i have.
there's something beautiful about watching yourself transform into this super human. i mean, really, who pays money to run 13.1-26.2 miles? me and my awesome friends. yep. telling the story to strangers about your training and journey to 13.1 land is like telling someone how you met your life partner.
you probably think i'm crazy. but in the middle, right before the "and then my toe nails started to hurt" part of the story, you start to smile. you begin to realize how much of a mental game running tends to be and how stressful it can get. with those words about your nasty toes, you're telling someone, i pushed forward.
i want that feeling again. i want another story to tell. i want more memories to lock away.
it's healthy to keep yourself going. on a personal note, maybe if you're new to running, maybe pushing forward could be picking up the pace, or even adding another mile to your daily run. whatever it may be, allow the cycle to come around. be willing to constantly push yourself to the limit, and when you get to the limit, push some more.
see you out there on the pavement.
xoxo,
tiffany
phoenix@laceupcrew.com
i slammed the door, kicked off my lunar glides+ and headed to my laptop to sync my run. it was in that moment that i remembered the blood sweat and tears shed just 6 months ago when i completed my first half-marathon. day in and day out, all i thought about was running. and when i wasn't thinking about running, i was either talking about running to someone, blogging about running, or actually...running.
yeah, i was bit obsessed.
well, when you're preparing yourself for 13.1 miles on the pavement, your mind and body have got to be in the right place. this is not a joke. and so, the smellier my tshirts are, the more bragging rights i have.
there's something beautiful about watching yourself transform into this super human. i mean, really, who pays money to run 13.1-26.2 miles? me and my awesome friends. yep. telling the story to strangers about your training and journey to 13.1 land is like telling someone how you met your life partner.
you probably think i'm crazy. but in the middle, right before the "and then my toe nails started to hurt" part of the story, you start to smile. you begin to realize how much of a mental game running tends to be and how stressful it can get. with those words about your nasty toes, you're telling someone, i pushed forward.
i want that feeling again. i want another story to tell. i want more memories to lock away.
it's healthy to keep yourself going. on a personal note, maybe if you're new to running, maybe pushing forward could be picking up the pace, or even adding another mile to your daily run. whatever it may be, allow the cycle to come around. be willing to constantly push yourself to the limit, and when you get to the limit, push some more.
see you out there on the pavement.
xoxo,
tiffany
phoenix@laceupcrew.com
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
puebla,mexico
after walking across the stage and accepting my m.ed degree, i decided that i deserved a 3 week long vacation in mexico. i had a blast.
i ran the beautiful streets of puebla, mexico with a friend. look at her beautiful streets...
shout out to my fellow runners across the world that read my blog. ya'll are dope. this saying is for you...
si la jaqueta te queda, pontala (if the jacket fits, wear it.) ----it's a mexican saying which is parallel to the american saying "if the shoes fits, wear it." so if you've been trying to get in shape, what are you waiting for?
peace & blessings,
t.
i ran the beautiful streets of puebla, mexico with a friend. look at her beautiful streets...
for once in my life, my ipod didn't entertain me. the beautifully painted houses and rich culture of mexico blew my mind for miles and miles.
i was blessed to visit puebla, mitla, oaxaca, and the amazing mexico city aka, "day-effay"
apparently, nike plus runners RUN MEXICO CITY. why? because just this past weekend streets were blocked off for miles and miles (26.2 to be exact) due to a marathon. i ran across this awesome poster and lost my mind...
si la jaqueta te queda, pontala (if the jacket fits, wear it.) ----it's a mexican saying which is parallel to the american saying "if the shoes fits, wear it." so if you've been trying to get in shape, what are you waiting for?
peace & blessings,
t.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
5 fingers.
so..i go to the shoe mill on mill ave in tempe a week ago in hopes of finding some comfy shoes to work in. well, i found my comfy shoes, and these little creatures...
interesting huh? i know you've seen em. from what i hear, they are super comfy, so i just haaaad to try them on. they encourage barefoot running which is something i am really interested in doing.
the only issue i had was my pinky toe fitting comfortablly in the socket. i think i'll try a different brand.
Vibram FiveFingers
check the site out, let me know if you pick a pair up!
peace,
t.
the only issue i had was my pinky toe fitting comfortablly in the socket. i think i'll try a different brand.
Vibram FiveFingers
check the site out, let me know if you pick a pair up!
peace,
t.
true foods kitchen
this is my new life.
new recipes, new foods, new places to dine, and new cultural experiences.
i am no longer the girl that shakes her head at something she's never tried. i am no longer the girl that goes to olive garden for a dinner date. those days are long gone. i have official expanded my horizons and opened my mouth to new experiences.
true foods kitchen has allowed me to do that as i continued my walk in vegetarianism/pescatarianism. true foods kitchen is about flavor, freshness, variety, quality, nutrition and balance. it’s about enjoying healthy whole foods that are rich in vitamins and minerals. they buy their food locally which allows us to pour into the small businesses within our community.
one thing that i love about this place is that the kitchen isn't closed off. it's actually out in the open for everyone to see the chefs dicing up the vegetables that you're about to order as you are being seated.
give your body a treat. try it.
True Food Kitchen
peace,
t.
new recipes, new foods, new places to dine, and new cultural experiences.
true foods kitchen has allowed me to do that as i continued my walk in vegetarianism/pescatarianism. true foods kitchen is about flavor, freshness, variety, quality, nutrition and balance. it’s about enjoying healthy whole foods that are rich in vitamins and minerals. they buy their food locally which allows us to pour into the small businesses within our community.
one thing that i love about this place is that the kitchen isn't closed off. it's actually out in the open for everyone to see the chefs dicing up the vegetables that you're about to order as you are being seated.
give your body a treat. try it.
True Food Kitchen
peace,
t.
this just in...LITERALLY
i finally got a hold of it! no need to give up my first born child!
...and yes, she's a beauty. our first encounter was a sincere 3mi run tuesday night. how delightful. it's so simple to use and lights up with the tab of a finger. just my style.
if you're contemplating on buying one, go for it. it will change your life.
peace, t.
if you're contemplating on buying one, go for it. it will change your life.
peace, t.
lace up phoenix
peace,
t.
Monday, May 9, 2011
Team Harris
My mom is awesome. She's amazing. She's my best friend and mentor.
...and this summer, she'll be my running partner. Yep, that's right, Ms.Cynthia and I are going to run our first 5K together in Houston, TX. Keep you updated on the race we register for!
Peace
T.
...and this summer, she'll be my running partner. Yep, that's right, Ms.Cynthia and I are going to run our first 5K together in Houston, TX. Keep you updated on the race we register for!
Peace
T.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
today's the day...NWM2011
Monday, April 25, 2011
Power Food
I've discovered something new, and I've got to share it! I rarely post recipes, but I found a great one over the weekend and instantly fell in L O V E !
Some people tend to go running in the morning, or even right after work. Well, I'm a night runner. I get home from work, clean, cook dinner, relax, and then hit the pavement at about 9pm. The problem I ran into was feeling super full after eating dinner even at 7pm.
The recipe I am going to share with you is that of a POWER FOOD. Rich in vitamins and nutrients, light on carbs and sugars which will give you power to beast on your runs without leaving you so full that you can't move off the couch.
Calabasitas (Courtesy of Lorena's Mom all the way in Oaxaca,Mexico)
6 diced zucchinis
3oz diced green chillies
1 diced onion
handful of cilantro
3 garlic cloves
1 can of roasted tomatoes (roasted is KEY)
1 bag of frozen corn
garnishing
avocado
sour cream
shredded cheese
directions
in a pot, add onions and garlic along with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. let simmer until golden.
add other vegetables along with can(s) of roasted tomatoes.
add salt and pepper for flavor
cover and let simmer for 10 minutes
this recipe pairs well with lean protein. grilled chicken, fish, or even shrimp.
great runners need great food. try something new.
peace,
t.
phoenix@laceupcrew.com
Some people tend to go running in the morning, or even right after work. Well, I'm a night runner. I get home from work, clean, cook dinner, relax, and then hit the pavement at about 9pm. The problem I ran into was feeling super full after eating dinner even at 7pm.
The recipe I am going to share with you is that of a POWER FOOD. Rich in vitamins and nutrients, light on carbs and sugars which will give you power to beast on your runs without leaving you so full that you can't move off the couch.
Calabasitas (Courtesy of Lorena's Mom all the way in Oaxaca,Mexico)
3oz diced green chillies
1 diced onion
handful of cilantro
3 garlic cloves
1 can of roasted tomatoes (roasted is KEY)
1 bag of frozen corn
garnishing
avocado
sour cream
shredded cheese
directions
in a pot, add onions and garlic along with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. let simmer until golden.
add other vegetables along with can(s) of roasted tomatoes.
add salt and pepper for flavor
cover and let simmer for 10 minutes
this recipe pairs well with lean protein. grilled chicken, fish, or even shrimp.
great runners need great food. try something new.
peace,
t.
phoenix@laceupcrew.com
Monday, April 18, 2011
the things you'll find...
happy monday to my awesome readers. i hope you all enjoyed your weekend. i had a weekend filled with no activities...the only thing i did was sit out at the pool after my run with LACEUP.
many people decide that the treadmill is for them. i on the other hand dare to hit the pavement and see what mother nature has to show me. well, this saturday, i saw the prettiest thing during my run along tempe town lake.
people were out, the sun was shining, and of course...the birds wanted a piece of the pie.
we were only on mile 4 and we ran into this crane. how beautiful. i just had to stop and soak in the beauty of the nature around me.
hit me up at phoenix@laceupcrew.com if you'd like to run during the week.
peace,
t.
many people decide that the treadmill is for them. i on the other hand dare to hit the pavement and see what mother nature has to show me. well, this saturday, i saw the prettiest thing during my run along tempe town lake.
peace,
t.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
211 Miles in 2011
hey bloggies!
remember the "run 210 miles in 2010" challenge from nike plus that i ran in last year? well it's about that time again, and i'm in for the newest one.... 211 miles in 2011. come on mannnn, i'm about to beast on this challenge and win a medal!
right now i'm at 88.44 miles in 2011. and after tonight's run, i'm sure i'll be over 90mi. i will make sure to keep checking in throughout the year to tell you all where i'm at in the challenge.
peace,
t.
remember the "run 210 miles in 2010" challenge from nike plus that i ran in last year? well it's about that time again, and i'm in for the newest one.... 211 miles in 2011. come on mannnn, i'm about to beast on this challenge and win a medal!
right now i'm at 88.44 miles in 2011. and after tonight's run, i'm sure i'll be over 90mi. i will make sure to keep checking in throughout the year to tell you all where i'm at in the challenge.
peace,
t.
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