I’m glad I chose to go to spin class. Within 20 minutes, my Gruve indicated that I had reached my goal calorie burn for the day. Go me! I tried to crank the resistance up whenever possible, really climbing those hills, and keep my cadence with the music. But for some reason I didn’t feel as sweaty and exhausted as usual. Oh well, I’m still really happy that I chose to work out. There are always shopping events all over the city. I’ll attend another when when it doesn’t conflict with my gym time! 
When I finally got home I was famished!
Brinner? Breakfast for dinner?
Brupper? Breakfast for supper?
I made buttermilk waffles in the waffle maker. Topped with a spoonful of plain Chobani, Crofter’s Organic Superfruit Spread, and some heated mixed berries. So filling that I almost couldn’t finish it.
I love this little guy so very much!
After dinner, we headed 2 blocks down the street to attend Martini Shopping Night at the South End Athletic Company.
Even though the store opened in October, this was my first time stopping by. The store was started by 2 guys from BC. Woohoo, go Eagles! I thought there was a good selection of running clothing, sneakers, and gear. Dan and Justin, the co-founders, are former track teammates. Both are really friendly and knowledgeable about running. Plus very helpful and encouraging to “fun runners” like meeee!
The SEAC holds Fun Runs on Thursday nights and longer runs on the weekends. The Thursday night runs include a typical track workout. Well typical for those who are familiar with track. When Dan described it, the workout was foreign to me. I can’t make it tonight, but it’s on my calendar for next week. Sometimes as many as 18 people meet for this workout!
Even cooler: the SEAC will help you customize a Marathon Training Plan. I’m still thinking about signing up for 26.2 miles in the fall and I’d love a plan created with me in mind. I could easily google a training schedule and then skip most of the workouts. But I’d much rather share my running stats with the SEAC guys and create something that fits in my schedule and meets my needs.
Though the strong martini was an added perk, that’s not what convinced me to support the SEAC and buy a t-shirt. From the first few minutes in the store and chatting with Dan, I felt really comfortable. Love the runners’ environment that Dan and Justin have created…just a few blocks away from my apartment!
I made a yogurt mess for breakfast using the leftover plain Chobani from last night. I added vanilla granola, Justin’s Maple Almond Butter, and Crofter’s Organic Superfruit Spread. Last time I blended in plain Greek yogurt, I used cranberry butter and it was too start. But today I hit the mark and created the perfect mix of flavors. Yum!
Someone got a little too close for comfort while I was trying to eat my breakfast. I took Miles’ photo cuz I thought it was funny and cute. But trying to be a disciplined owner, he was kicked off the couch and forced to behave immediately after. 
COMMENTS
17 Comments
1. Meg @ Be Fit Be Full
March 25th, 2010 07:52 AM
I would have done some real damage in that store. Everytime I drink I think money is grown on trees and tend to spend away!
2. Lauren @ Eater not a runner
March 25th, 2010 08:03 AM
Love the breakfast for dinner! Sounds like a cool store for sure…I might have to check it out
3. Julie
March 25th, 2010 08:17 AM
I’m setting up my gruve asap!
The store sounds like fun…very informative and helpful. The seem to know their stuff and I like that!
4. Pure2raw twins
March 25th, 2010 08:18 AM
Waffles look yummy! Looked like a nice athletic store.
5. Kelly
March 25th, 2010 09:37 AM
Yay for the BC owners- that sold me on the place already
The Thurs night track work out sounds cool- not for tonight of course because what we will be doing is way cooler haha
6. Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine
March 25th, 2010 10:52 AM
Breakfast for dinner is the best…it feels so indulgent!! That store looks really neat, I have trouble controlling myself with cool workout gear!!
7. Melinda
March 25th, 2010 12:56 PM
I love the waffle. you do not even want to know what my sister and I have come up with for the dinner-breakfast combo.
8. Kim
March 25th, 2010 01:07 PM
Store looks and sounds great…and it appears that you
get some really good info from these guys.
9. Kim
March 25th, 2010 01:08 PM
Forgot to wish the little guy happy birthday…is he done his teen years yet.
10. BostonRunner
March 25th, 2010 01:15 PM
A running store started up by BC kids? I’m there!
Ps. I love breakfast for dinner, especially waffles! Yum! Haven’t had them in sooo long!
and you’re dog is absolutely adorable : )
11. Missy Maintains
March 25th, 2010 02:05 PM
Your waffle for dinner looks delicious! I am lovin my Gruve too. It stays orange all day until I hit the gym!
12. Kelly @ Healthy Living With Kelly
March 25th, 2010 02:34 PM
I want a waffle maker so badly!!! The frozen ones just aren’t cutting it anymore! haha!
13. Becky
March 25th, 2010 06:03 PM
That running store looks great! I definitely want to check that place out, especially for the customized training plans. Very cool!
14. *Andrea*
March 25th, 2010 08:08 PM
cool store! i will need to check it out! i go to boston college now..best school ever
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Miles is just TOO cute! I love corgi’s!
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