Happy (almost) Thanksgiving! This Brussels sprouts recipe with red onion, dried cranberries, pecans, and balsamic, has been a staple at our thanksgiving table over the last 10 years. It’s a great alternative to green bean casserole if allergies (or preferences) preclude you from partaking in the traditional thanksgiving green veggie side. On top of being […]
Crispy roasted Brussels Sprouts with cranberries and pecans Read More »
Spring time in NC means moving away from soups and chili (my fave!) and toward cold meals. This presents a unique challenge for really active folks/athletes. When working with athletes we see often that this time of year there is a move toward greens based salads, which are typically low in carbohydrate, the key macronutrient
Italian Pasta Salad Recipe (with gluten free option!) Read More »
Happy Holiday Season! This year marks my TENTH holiday season with dietary restrictions. Over the last 10 years I’ve had many highs and lows with gluten and egg free baking, then 8 years ago I met Michael and we tacked on dairy free. Some of these recipes are mine that I’ve tweaked over the years
Gluten Free Holiday Recipe Round Up Read More »
Many people have heard of creatine as a supplement, but what is it and what does it do for us? Creatine is a compound naturally found in our muscles and brain. We make some creatine in our body, and we also consume some through our diet from protein-rich sources like red meat, seafood, and animal
Creatine Supplementation for Endurance Athletes Read More »
On March 5th, I semi-knowingly set off on what would be my last run for months. I was about to find out I had my 4th bone stress injury and my first in 9 years. But let’s rewind a bit. How did we get here? the history In the fall of 2021 I signed up
[not] Running with the Raynors: Navigating a bone stress injury Read More »
How is there only one week left until Christmas?! If you’re looking for last minute gifts for your favorite runner that will arrive before Christmas…look no further! Here’s a little round up of some of my (Liz’s) most used items that Amazon says will arrive before the big day. These are the perfect gifts for
Last Minute Gift Guide for Your Runner Read More »
I’m a cookie gal. I’m always looking for ways to make all my favorite cookie variations accommodate my households food allergies (gluten, dairy, and eggs) AND have them taste delicious. These Gluten Free Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Chocolate Chip Cookies check all the boxes. They bake crisp on the outside and soft on the inside and
Gluten Free Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Chocolate Chip Cookies Read More »
Happy Holidays!! This holiday season I am so excited to share some of the Raynor household’s favorite items and products. These gift guides are great for getting ideas for your Christmas list for others, shopping for loved ones, or maybe treating yourself this holiday season. I (Liz) am very into running and Michael is your
2021 Holiday Gift Guides Read More »
This gift guide is for your friend/loved one who: started their home gym collection during the pandemic, lives in athleisure, is just starting out on their fitness journey, and/or who can always be found at a workout class. We’ve compiled some fun options ranging from $5-$150 for the fitness enthusiast in your life! This post
2021 Holiday Gift Guide for the Fitness Enthusiast Read More »
You know we had to do it. Michael and I are HUGE coffee lovers, it’s one of the things that we bonded over when we first met, and we take our coffee very seriously. Coffee gifts are such a great option for new homeowners, newlyweds, or coworkers – a great mug and a bag of
2021 Holiday Gift Guide for the Coffee Lover Read More »