Friday Thoughts: PB Cake & a Giveaway

This post is going to match my mind lately as it races from thing to thing… I’m sitting here post-holiday craziness, on the verge of vacation and ready to go!

PB2 1LB Jar
Bell Plantation
Peanut Butter Single Serve Cake (Gluten Free)
2 tbsp PB2
1 tsbp water
1 tbsp Almond milk
2 tbsp applesauce
½ tsp baking powder
2 tbsp coconut flour
1 tbsp raisins or choc chips

Mix all together and microwave bowl and cook for 2 minutes. And guess what I got so excited after I mixed it up, I never even took a picture of my yummy creation! Any fun snacks you’ve been eating lately?

So what else is going through my mind today…This weather sucks and I continue to stalk the forecast for Dopey! Guess what we get on Monday, -50 wind chills!! I thought last weekend was bad, yikes! I can’t wait to be in sun and warmth, I see people complaining about running in upper 70s but I figure I’m not racing so I plan to have fun, enjoy the weather and be happy being warm!

Now on top of this we are all sick, I think my biggest workout lately has been the core work from coughing constantly! And sleep, well that’s pretty much impossible right now with all the coughing in our house. Because of all this I skipped my first run of 2014 and opted to run my miles inside on the warm treadmill where my lungs wouldn’t freeze. Nothing fun about running in -20 wind chill, I think I may rethink registering for winter races ahead of time next year.

Now for some non-complaining news…a giveaway to kick off 2014! I rave about my love of ProCompression frequently but now I get to share with you. Not only are they great for leg fatigue during long runs and speeding recovery but they help keep my feet warmer in winter. I can be found wearing the brightest option possible out there. I was thrilled when they started making arm sleeves too this year, perfect for those chillier days and winter to keep hands warmers.


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Comments

  1. Lu's MomJanuary 3, 2014 at 6:47 AM

    Probably the Neon Orange - so they can match my new Adidas Energy boost shoes!

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  2. Mommy Run FastJanuary 3, 2014 at 7:02 AM

    We all had that nasty cough over the last week or two as well... hope you feel better soon! The cake looks delish. And socks- I'd love a bright color like pink or orange, mine are black, white and neon green.

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  3. KeriJanuary 3, 2014 at 7:04 AM

    I've been wanting to try out compression socks! I agree - the brighter the better

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  4. UnknownJanuary 3, 2014 at 7:12 AM

    I like the marathon purple! (but I like the chevron and argyle ones too!)

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  5. Katie :)January 3, 2014 at 7:14 AM

    For those of us who will be on the marathon course for 6+ hrs, 70-80° gets super hot!! But, I can't wait to see youa! When do you guys fly in?

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  6. CarrieJanuary 3, 2014 at 7:22 AM

    I love compression socks. I would get black ones or the retro ones

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  7. jillconyersJanuary 3, 2014 at 7:33 AM

    I love compression socks. Pink. Def pink! Hope you feel better soon!

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  8. Running With The GirlsJanuary 3, 2014 at 7:40 AM

    I'd go with the retro ones!

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  9. UnknownJanuary 3, 2014 at 7:41 AM

    I love my compression socks! I would go with purple or black. I have pink ones.

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  10. AmyJanuary 3, 2014 at 7:44 AM

    I've never tried them, but I keep hearing good things about them! I think I'd go with neon pink. :)

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  11. NoelleJanuary 3, 2014 at 7:59 AM

    I've been wanting to try them for awhile now! I'd probably go with some retro ones or bright green :)

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  12. DesiJanuary 3, 2014 at 8:29 AM

    I want the chevron ones so badly!

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  13. Joy @ TheJoyOfHope21.blogpot.comJanuary 3, 2014 at 8:32 AM

    I love compression socks. Keep my feet warm and feeling great. I would like to try one of the neon options as I have enough black socks in my stash.

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  14. TamiJanuary 3, 2014 at 8:37 AM

    That recipe sounds so delicious!!!!!!

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2014 at 8:41 AM

    I do love me some compression socks :) I need a bright color to balance out my black collection of socks.

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  16. UnknownJanuary 3, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    I love my Zensah sleeves. I don't know how I ever lived without them.

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  17. Katie BJanuary 3, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    I love compression socks. I currently only own solids colored socks, and I would love to own a pair of patterned compression socks.

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  18. UnknownJanuary 3, 2014 at 10:00 AM

    I love my pro compression--hubby and I call them our "Cool Kid Socks". I already have fun neon pink and white, I think I need another neon color!

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  19. EmirJanuary 3, 2014 at 10:04 AM

    I wear calf sleeves but want to try compression socks. Any color is fine with me.

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  20. UnknownJanuary 3, 2014 at 10:19 AM

    I love my compression sleeves for recovery after long runs. I would love to try the compression socks.
    Hope you feel better soon.

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  21. Jessie EmericJanuary 3, 2014 at 11:48 AM

    I have a pair of compression socks and love them for long runs! I'd love to try the Pro Compression brand and of course I'd love them in PINK ;)

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  22. Ramona SJanuary 3, 2014 at 12:27 PM

    Love compression socks. I would get either black or purple.

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  23. TamiJanuary 3, 2014 at 12:42 PM

    Bright Pink!

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  24. BarkingMadRunJanuary 3, 2014 at 1:31 PM

    I have lime green and hot pink, I think maybe I need some black or red ones next!

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  25. LorriAnneJanuary 3, 2014 at 1:51 PM

    I have hot pink so, lets see, I could go for the lime green or an orange pair!

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  26. UnknownJanuary 3, 2014 at 1:54 PM

    I love Pro Compression. The next color that I need is Purple!

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  27. AngieJanuary 3, 2014 at 2:17 PM

    I love compression socks for recovery. I have a pink and tan pair already so I'd have to say I'd probably like a purple pair next.

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  28. UnknownJanuary 3, 2014 at 4:28 PM

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  29. KrisJanuary 3, 2014 at 4:36 PM

    white/black for me!

    I wear them running, for recovery and for work!!

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  30. AdawkJanuary 3, 2014 at 4:44 PM

    I would love some...in ANY color...but if I had to pick blue

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  31. bethp262January 3, 2014 at 4:54 PM

    I wear compression socks for recovery. I like the black ones!

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  32. One Tenacious ChicJanuary 3, 2014 at 4:54 PM

    Hot pink for sure!

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  33. Carlee McDotJanuary 3, 2014 at 5:04 PM

    Love PRO Compression! Already have black, neon orange, and retro. I think I would get the YELLOW next ;)

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  34. UnknownJanuary 3, 2014 at 5:11 PM

    Love Pro Compression and just discovered PB2!!!

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  35. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2014 at 5:46 PM

    I would love to try these! I have calf sleeves, but think the socks might be better! Hot pink is my favorite!

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  36. UnknownJanuary 3, 2014 at 6:09 PM

    I love ProCompression! I'd probably pick the pink with black argyle or solid black.

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  37. Jessica @ runyourmuttoffJanuary 3, 2014 at 6:55 PM

    The Disney World races sound so fun, but not fun enough to get me training thru the holidays and winter yet.

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  38. Jessica @ runyourmuttoffJanuary 3, 2014 at 6:57 PM

    Oops, and in regard to the question, I don't have an ProCompression but I'd love to try the socks - I think I'd pick Purple or the Retro style!

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  39. JaimeJanuary 3, 2014 at 8:05 PM

    I have one pair of compression socks in white. I think I'd go for a fun pink! :)

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  40. JaimeJanuary 3, 2014 at 8:06 PM

    I have one pair of compression socks in white. I think I'd go for a fun pink! :)

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  41. DebsdailylifeJanuary 3, 2014 at 8:51 PM

    I have on pair of pink sleeves. I would love a pair of purple!!

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  42. bookgirlJanuary 3, 2014 at 9:23 PM

    I love the neon green! :D

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  43. Tami GrandiJanuary 3, 2014 at 9:37 PM

    I do wear compression socks but I don't have a color preference. However, if I had to choose I would go with Red!

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  44. Four Paw SavingsJanuary 3, 2014 at 10:57 PM

    I don't wear them, but I do want to try them. I would pick pink!

    *Nicole

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  45. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2014 at 5:08 AM

    LOVE 'em! Need more as I only have two pair and use them for running, recovery, AND long shifts at work. Would love a yellow pair!

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  46. Christy @ My Dirt Road Anthem: A Runner's BlogJanuary 4, 2014 at 6:09 AM

    I have been wanting the royal blue

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  47. UnknownJanuary 4, 2014 at 6:40 AM

    I love compression socks! I would most definitely get pink!!

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  48. Kat L.January 4, 2014 at 7:22 AM

    I agree -- brightest color possible are the best!

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  49. UnknownJanuary 4, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    I have zensahs in pink.....I could use some white ones for Princess Half Race outfit! Looking to branch out and try diff brands. Great giveaway

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  50. Breanna S.January 4, 2014 at 12:50 PM

    I have a pair of their calf sleeves in hot pink and love them. I have been wanting to get a pair of the lime green or hot pink marathon socks.

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  51. UnknownJanuary 4, 2014 at 2:10 PM

    I LOOOVE PB2 - I am really excited to try that PB2 cake. and I hope I win the giveaway! Thanks for hosting!!!!

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  52. UnknownJanuary 4, 2014 at 2:29 PM

    I have one pair of ProCompression and I love them for recovery. I would choose black if I won, so I could secretly keep it tight at work.

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  53. JulieJanuary 4, 2014 at 2:29 PM

    I wear compression socks and sleeves on almost every run over 4 miles. I would get the brightest color

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  54. LisaJanuary 4, 2014 at 10:25 PM

    I wear compression socks for both racing and recovery. I'd choose the black.

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  55. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2014 at 1:37 AM

    i wear my orange procompression and gray/green #runchat procompression but i have my eye on dat purple...

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  56. Secluded BrumusJanuary 5, 2014 at 7:59 AM

    Love compression socks, I wear for recovery and would pick the neon pink!

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  57. UnknownJanuary 5, 2014 at 8:24 AM

    I wear compression socks all the time! I love the bright colored ones as well as all the patterned ones.

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  58. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    I love these socks so much as well. ! Can never have too many pairs. I would love the neon Pink ones!! :))

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  59. cmdknwJanuary 5, 2014 at 12:01 PM

    I have one pair, would LOVE the bright orange. I currently have the bright pink with stars!

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  60. UnknownJanuary 5, 2014 at 12:56 PM

    I love my compression socks! I need a new pair of yellow.

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  61. UnknownJanuary 5, 2014 at 2:58 PM

    Hope I win! Thanks for the giveaway.

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  62. UnknownJanuary 5, 2014 at 4:21 PM

    I love the pink with black argyle ones - so cute!

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  63. meredith mJanuary 5, 2014 at 9:54 PM

    I havent tried these - I think I would like the grey or the black

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  64. benj13blueJanuary 6, 2014 at 9:15 AM

    I wear compression socks for all my long runs. I'd get blue socks if I won.

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  65. BrennanJanuary 6, 2014 at 9:44 AM

    I'm a big fan of ProCompression and all of their #keepittight goodness. What a great giveaway! I've never tried the PB, though. Like many people, I'm hooked on my brand. But I've been known to switch brands a couple of times, so I'm open to giving PB2 a try!

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  66. UnknownJanuary 6, 2014 at 10:59 AM

    I wear ProCompression! I would probably choose the marathon orange, or yellow with pink swirls. I have a few pairs, including 2 pairs of the low trainers. Always ready for more!

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  67. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2014 at 11:59 AM

    I WANT to wear compression socks!! i think it will really help my running! I just haven't been able to afford a pair yet!

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  68. CecilJanuary 6, 2014 at 12:25 PM

    I do like the black....although the orange is tempting.

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  69. UnknownJanuary 6, 2014 at 2:00 PM

    I haven't used them before. I like the black.

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  70. MRJanuary 6, 2014 at 2:51 PM

    The orange would perfectly match my American Liver Foundation Run For Research team singlet!

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  71. UnknownJanuary 6, 2014 at 3:29 PM

    black is for me! I've used them in the past.

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  72. UnknownJanuary 6, 2014 at 4:11 PM

    yellow and pink swirls are pretty!! I've never used any compression items.

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  73. UnknownJanuary 6, 2014 at 4:54 PM

    the PINK are so bright! I love em!

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  74. UnknownJanuary 6, 2014 at 7:11 PM

    I LOVE my procompression socks and will be packing all 3 pairs with me for marathon weekend at wdw. I would love a purple pair.

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  75. UnknownJanuary 6, 2014 at 7:30 PM

    I've used sleeves but not socks. love the Orange!

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  76. kishcraftsJanuary 6, 2014 at 9:36 PM

    I love compression socks and sleeves. bright pink ones are calling my name! ;)

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  77. cindyJanuary 16, 2014 at 9:14 PM

    I love single serving cakes! Thanks for linking up at our Gluten Free Fridays party! I have tweeted and pinned your entry to our Gluten Free Fridays board on Pinterest! :)

    Hope your week is great! Can't wait to see what you link up this week!

    Cindy from vegetarianmamma.com

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