I meet with my RD once a month via zoom/ through the app, and in between, I track progress, adjust goals, and (let’s be real) talk about the ups and downs of fueling both for marathon training and everyday life. Thanks to insurance, I only have to pay a co-pay for these sessions, which makes it not just accessible, but sustainable long term.

Why I Chose Nourish

I’ve always believed nutrition is just as important as training miles, but piecing it together on my own left me guessing. Was I eating enough protein? Were my carbs timed right for long runs? Was I under-fueling without realizing it? With Nourish, I finally had a professional in my corner—someone who could help me connect the dots between food, training, and life balance.

The Process (Simple but Effective)

When you sign up with Nourish, you’re matched with a registered dietitian based on your goals. For me, that was marathon training, recovery, and life. We set up monthly video calls (all through the app), and then I could message in-between if questions popped up.

Over the past 100 days, here’s what my RD has helped me with:

• Dialing in macros for marathon training – no more random fueling; I now know what works for me.
• Practical snack and meal ideas – kid-approved, budget-friendly, and quick (because who has time for fussy recipes?).
• Balancing “real life” with performance nutrition – yes, I can still enjoy pizza night or a piece of chocolate without guilt.
• Adjusting for stress and burnout – because food is fuel, but it’s also life.

The Results So Far

I feel stronger on long runs, recover faster, and don’t hit the dreaded 3 p.m. crash nearly as often. More importantly, I’ve stopped overthinking food. Having someone check in monthly helps keep me accountable without adding pressure. It feels like a partnership, not a lecture.

Why It’s Worth It

Working with an RD always seemed “out of reach” before—like something reserved for elite athletes. Nourish makes it accessible, affordable (hello, co-pay), and incredibly personalized. It’s one of those investments in yourself that pays off in every area of life.

Ready to Try It?

If you’ve been on the fence about nutrition coaching, I can’t recommend Nourish enough. Whether you’re training for a marathon, trying to keep up with your kids, or just wanting to feel better in your own skin, having an RD in your pocket makes all the difference.Check out Nourish here

Looking for more fueling tips? Don’t miss my posts on The Best Kitchen Hacks to Fuel Busy Parents and Why Recovery Is Just as Important as Training.

Because here’s the truth: the miles you run are only half the story. How you fuel them matters just as much.

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It might come as a surprise to y’all but I’ve been using CBD since November. I know it’s only been a few short months, but I’m sold. I needed help recovering from training and life stress so I did my research and went all-in with Beam. Yup, snagged all the things from their blends to salve. Then in January, CBDisterlly asked if I wanted to try their CBD nighttime gummies and I figured why not. Those gummies knocked my socks off. While each brand is different I saw the results I was looking for, like even better sleep/recovery and mental clarity.

Before we dive into each product let’s talk about what and why.

What is CBD?

CBD stands for cannabidiol—a naturally occurring essential oil extracted from the hemp plant.

It’s one of the 113+ compounds found in hemp plants. It’s a non-intoxicating cannabinoid that has the ability to act on cannabinoid receptors that are part of the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). Plant cannabinoids, also known as phytocannabinoids, bind with this system which helps regulate certain vital functions of the body. 

Why CBD?

Supplementation with phytocannabinoids such as CBD may help the body and mind in many ways. In fact, cannabinoid receptors are spread throughout our bodies and found in the central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, gastrointestinal system, and connective tissue.

What are the potential benefits of using CBD?

After months of researching CBD, I found several common benefits. Please note, individual results may vary based on brand, product type and whether it’s a full spectrum or broad-spectrum CBD. At the end of the day, it’s up to you to do your research and consult with your healthcare provider. I saw the biggest improvement with my sleep. Specifically on heavy training days. How? I was able to relax and sleep through the night. Simple right?

Common benefits include:

• Helps with reducing Anxiety
• Aids in reducing Nerve-related, inflammatory and arthritis pain
• Depression
• Muscle-spasticity in multiple sclerosis
• Nausea and vomiting associated with cancer
• Sleep disorders.

Side effects of CBD may include nausea, tiredness, and irritability, and it may interact with some medications.

Products I’m using Regularly

Beam “the fixer” A soothing salve to fix what ails you — soreness and inflammation. Relaxing lavender oil and rejuvenating eucalyptus alongside beam’s signature organic CBD extract provide some extra TLC.

• It helps relieve those daily aches and pains. I use it throughout the day as needed and sometimes right before bed.

Beam ” Dream” Blend Dream helps your body and mind wind down for a deeper night’s sleep. With relaxing compounds like melatonin, magnesium, and L-Theanine, plus our nano CBD powder, this soothing addition to your nighttime routine is what dreams are made of.

• I wasn’t really sure about the blends, at first, but ordered the sample pack and well I’m about to order a nice big bag of the dream blend. I found it best when mixed with warm coconut milk. It helps me sleep more soundly. I wake up feeling well-rested and recovered.

CBDistillery CBD Nighttime Gummies [c/o] CBD PM Gummies combine the highest quality hemp-derived CBD with the natural calming properties of melatonin. Made with 99+% pure CBD Isolate, you can enjoy all of the benefits of CBD with 0% THC. It’s also a Women’s Health Editor’s pick.

• I wasn’t ready for these. The first night I only took ONE gummy and slept from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. They literally knocked me out. I woke up feeling great. The CBD Nighttime Gummies are ideal for traveling, competition weekends, or those nights you just can’t shut your brain off. You better believe I purchased another bottle.

Snag yourself 15% off the entire CBDistillery site through 2/29, with code TIARA.

Do you have a CBD brand or product that you love and I need to try? Leave all the details in the comment section below. I’m always open to trying new products if it’s the right fit

Disclaimer: I’m NOT a doctor. This is simply my thoughts, opinion, and experience. Please contact your health care provider before using and new supplement. Additionally, because CBD is currently marketed as a supplement, it is not regulated for safety and purity. Which means you cannot be sure if the product you are buying does contain CBD at the dosage listed, or if it contains any other (unlisted) ingredients. Also, because research into CBD is scarce, nobody really knows the most effective therapeutic dose of CBD for any medical condition.

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There’s nothing better than drinking coffee and doing good. However, sometimes I don’t want to make an entire pot or the hubs and I want something different, crazy I know. On those days, I bust out our Keurig Compact from Walmart and pop in my favorite Green Mountain Coffee Roasters® Caramel Vanilla Cream. Which I recently stocked up on at Walmart last week. Can we do a happy dance? I now have boxes on boxes on Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®.

Not familiar with Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®? Well, it’s a company you can get behind. Aside from providing good coffee at a reasonable price, they’re doing good in the world. From planting over 500,000 seedlings to training over 2,500 farmers in water-smart agricultural practices, restoring watersheds and water system to provide better, safer and cleaner water to 100,000 people downstream; to an ongoing partnership with Root Capital, USAID, and others, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters® has supported trade financing, long-term loans, financial training, and advisory services to strengthen 180 coffee enterprises representing over 340,000 farmers.

Goodness always tastes better and Walmart is the best place to stock up on Green Mountain Coffee Roasters® from product variety to ease of purchasing (online Grocery Pickup, Walmart.com, or in-store). Buying from Walmart allows you to have more time. 

How would you spend your extra time? 

Recently I’ve been working on giving back. Giving back to my community and making small changes in my day-to-day routine that will make a bigger impact over time. Because small changes collectively can make a big impact over time.

6 Simple Changes you can Make Today

1. Bring reusable bags. Keep a few in your car so you always have them on hand.
2. Use a reusable water bottle. I don’t leave home without mine.
3. Recycle what you can and reduce purchasing items you can’t recycle or reuse.
4. Use cleaner energy. Reduce energy usage from 4 to 9 p.m. when it’s most harmful to the environment.
5. Ride your bike or walk when possible.
6. Pick up trash when walking the dog, hiking, at the beach, etc.

The next time you’re out of K-Cup® pods​ to save yourself some time, order a few boxes of Green Mountain Coffee Roasters® online from Walmart and spend time doing good.

How are you drinking coffee and doing good?

“Keurig and K-Cup are trademarks of Keurig Green Mountain Inc., used with permission.“

Photo Credit: Courtney Aaron Photography

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