A Slice of Lemon Cake: August 2012

HEY EVERYONE!

So very sorry it's been so long since my last entry.
I've had a very eventful summer and now to fill you in on everything
Lemonlime n' Emmeline here's the low down.

First off, it's Thursday and we all know summer Thursday's are quite thirsty!

This summer I've been enjoying a variety of refreshing beverages. Nothing, however, has quenched my long days thirst quite like a simple Stella and Jami.

Not a Stella fan? Then substitute with any light beer. I'm sorry if my inner hipster is coming out but there really is nothing like a beer and a shot of whiskey ;)

Now that you have a cold beverage, here's some AWESOME STUFF!

I've been experimenting a lot with chicken dishes. Mainly because, they are quick and easy to whip up. Yea, I'm Rachel Raying it and I don't give a front door.

EAT THIS!

Sumac and Lemon Pepper Chicken with Sesame Ginger Cole Slaw and Onion Rings.

A great summer dish to try. You can find Asian slaw recipes all over the internet but the Chicken marinade was my own little recipe.

Salt Pepper Garlic Powder Lemon Pepper
Sesame Seeds and lots of Olive Oil

The special ingredient Sumac
A spice I have never heard of or used.
Has a nice citrus taste.

Boneless Chicken Breast in marinade
Let sit for 20-30 min

I grilled the chicken but you can pan fry or bake.

Need a Little Wellness Update!?

RUNNING IS IN FULL FORCE!

I ran a 10k. 1h16min.

My first ever!!

My body couldn't be happier at the moment. I had a few hiccups from vacation but I'm back in the full training swing! I'm super happy with my progress so far. I'm still working on become faster and stronger! I'm currently running a 10:30 mile average and long distances are averaging at a 11-12 min mile. It's really showing too! After plateauing in the low 180's for weeks I've finally broke it! As of today, I am 178.8lbs! That is a total of 13.2 lbs gone since I've started blogging. I still have a ways to go before I hit my ultimate goal of 155 but for now I'm focused on 175 for the month of September! My main goal however is getting under that 10 minute mile.

I stole this article from Melissa. Strength training is so important.

I signed up to do the Philly Half Marathon November 18th. Come out and find out if I died before or after the finish line if you want.

HUGE SHOUT OUT to the woman who inspired me and MY BROTHER who she runs for. Read all about how she's insane and running her 3rd New York Marathon for Team McGraw.