My friends and family are wondering who I am, and what did I do with the "real" Megan, because I have started getting up at 4:30 in the morning... for BOOT CAMP. I started a boot camp workout class on Wednesday, and even on my days off from I am getting up no later than… Continue reading Race Recap: Run For Your Heart 5k
Author: Megan Hammis, M.Ed., RDN
Registered Dietitian with a B.S. in Dietetics from Central Michigan University and a M.Ed. In Nutrition Education from Framingham State University. Completed my dietetic internship at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, MI. Currently working as a bariatric dietitian in Saginaw, MI.
Race Recap: The Crim 10 Mile 2015
My last training run before the Crim was a tough 8.4 mile route up at my parents' place. When I got home from the run, I said to my parents, "I really hope adrenaline kicks in during the race because that was really rough." For the rest of the day I felt crappy. I had… Continue reading Race Recap: The Crim 10 Mile 2015
Banking the Miles: July/August Update
I'm running the Crim in less than 2 weeks. To say that I am nervous would be an understatement. This will be the longest race I have ever run... by a whole lot. I haven't even run an official 10k in more than a year... and in less than 2 weeks I will be running… Continue reading Banking the Miles: July/August Update
Race Recap: Canadian Lakes 5k Fun Run
Happy Independence Day everyone! Today I participated in a "Fun Run" put on by the association where my parents live. My parents bought our "cottage" (it is more like a second home) when I was in middle school, and I've had many summer memories here. I lived here while I was going to school at… Continue reading Race Recap: Canadian Lakes 5k Fun Run
Banking the Miles 2015: June Update
As I finished a hot and sweaty but awesome training run tonight, I realized that tomorrow starts July! Wow. So I logged into my Endomondo to check my miles and got a very nice surprise... I finally reached my goal of 50 miles in a month!!! June 2015 has been an absolutely amazing month. I… Continue reading Banking the Miles 2015: June Update
Race Recap: St. Mary’s Bee Healthy for Life 5k
After my awesome performance at the Cedar Point race, I set my sights on training for a 10 mile race - my goal is to run the Crim this year. I have been super diligent about my training plan, and it is definitely paying off. I have been doing run/walk intervals... I'm sure there's mixed… Continue reading Race Recap: St. Mary’s Bee Healthy for Life 5k
Race Recap: Cedar Point Millennium Force 5k
I remember being at Cedar Point one year, when I realized that walking around the park was almost a 3 mile journey, thinking "It would be so cool to run a 5k at Cedar Point!" The next year, the Chris Smith Memorial 5k was started... a 5k race through Cedar Point. Since then, I have… Continue reading Race Recap: Cedar Point Millennium Force 5k
Banking the Miles 2015: May Update
Well guys, I have really been slacking. I have been slacking on my miles and I have been slacking on my posts! So much has happened in the last few months... a few of my friends and family have gotten engaged, pregnancies have been announced, my best friend moved to another state, and another friend… Continue reading Banking the Miles 2015: May Update
Race Recap: The Chip River Run 2015
This is my third year running this race, and every year it has been so very different. Not only the course but the conditions. Each year presents its own challenges, but this year... this year was definitely the most challenging. My lack of posts coincides with my lack of training. I have been seriously slacking.… Continue reading Race Recap: The Chip River Run 2015
Race Recap: Go the Extra Mile for Covenant Kids
I had every excuse not to run today. I haven't run since April 3rd. I'm still trying to get over an illness. I had plans to go try on bridesmaid dresses with my friend 90 minutes away from where I live. My new friends from church encouraged me to run the race. At first I said,… Continue reading Race Recap: Go the Extra Mile for Covenant Kids
Race Recap: A 10k On My Own
I wanted to run in a race every month this year, but between schedule conflicts and budget constraints, I wasn't able to register for a race in March. I was determined, though, to run a race. Particularly to run a 10k. So I mapped out a route from my house, set my Endomondo to race… Continue reading Race Recap: A 10k On My Own
What I Ate Wednesday # 8
Wednesdays for some reason always seem to be my hectic days. With my new job I work 10 hour days, and on Wednesdays I usually work a late day - so I work from 9:30am-8pm. Long days, and slightly awkward as far as eating throughout the day. Also, with my new job, I have started… Continue reading What I Ate Wednesday # 8
Banking the Miles 2015: First Update!
I can't believe that March is almost coming to an end, and this is the first time I am posting about my miles for the year! 2015 has been a busy year so far, and it is only going to get busier. But recently I have really put my mind to keeping active and fueling… Continue reading Banking the Miles 2015: First Update!
Becoming Catholic: The Man Born Blind
When most people think of Lent, if they know anything about it, they think of "Oh, that's when you give up something for 40 days." While this is partially true - part of Lent is abstinence and penance, which goes along with giving up something - the biggest part of Lent for me, especially this… Continue reading Becoming Catholic: The Man Born Blind
Stuff I Love: Pure Protein Bars
As a bariatric dietitian, I am always trying out protein supplements - from bars, to powders, to pre-made drinks, I attempt to try anything and everything that my clients are using or that I suggest to them. I have always had a hard time with protein bars. Most of them make my stomach feel funny,… Continue reading Stuff I Love: Pure Protein Bars
