Lower Body Home Workout & Reader Demographics
Happy MONDAY!!! 
I woke up bright and early for a lower body workout at home in my apartment this morning. It’s usually tough for me to motivate myself at home (especially in the morning), so I got all of my equipment ready last night, so all I had to do was wake up, throw on some sneakers, and exercise.
Bosu + resistance band, which I forgot that I owned! The resistance band is going to make a come back in my workouts!
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Last night, I also made a “To Do” list of 5 lower body exercises for this morning. It can be so difficult to get motivated, especially when I am groggy and slow moving. If I have a list of exercises, I always know what to do next, so I am not wasting time or thinking about what exercises to do. It keeps me focused! 
The Workout:
- Grand Plie Evlis Squat, 10 lb dumbbells, 2 sets
- Front Lunge Push-Off, 10 lb dumbbells, 2 sets
- Lunge-Reach Combo, 10 lb dumbbells, 2 sets
- Curtsy Squat and Lift, 10 lb dumbbells, 2 sets (this one is a killer!)
- Walking Side Lunges with band, 10 lb dumbbells, 2 sets
As you guys know, the fastest way to sculpt big, sexy muscles is to work them to fatigue. Personally, I am a rep gal, which means when I plan to do 12 reps, I mentally (and physically) shut down after 12 reps. This way of strength training, however, often prevents me from getting that lifting “intensity” that I want. So, I tried a new approach that I recently read about in one of my fitness magazines.
This morning, I gave myself a ballpark number of reps that I wanted to do for each exercise (12-15 reps) and then kept going until my muscles couldn’t handle another rep. (Although, I did keep the number of reps the same if I did a single-leg exercise for the right and left sides.) My buns and thighs were burning by the end of 2 sets! I definitely recommend giving this strength training approach a try!
Breakfast
Mmmm… peanut butter-banana oats! My favorite!
I splurged at the grocery store yesterday and purchased the all-natural, freshly ground peanut butter. It’s surprisingly not THAT much more expensive than the stuff in the jar.
In the mix:
- 1/2 cup dry oats
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed meal
- 3/4 cup hemp milk
- 1 banana, sliced
- Peanut butter!
In the News
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6 kitchen tools for the health-minded chef
Uncover the health benefits of exotic produce
Reader Demographics
I’ve been curious for quite awhile now about my blog readership. I “know” quite a few of you through your blogs and emails, but there’s a lot of you that I don’t know anything about at all. I thought it would be fun to have a little “Reader Survey” to find out what the readership of Carrots ‘N’ Cake (CNC) is all about. (Plus, you guys know so much about me– I want to know about you!) So, lurkers, please make yourself known! 
(Feel free to use an Anonymous name if you’re uncomfortable using your own.) FYI: I’m gathering this info because of my own curiosity, so don’t worry about me using it for anything else. I thought you guys would be interested in knowing who’s out there too!
Age:
Gender:
Location (City, State):
Occupation:
How long have you been reading CNC?
How did you “discover” CNC?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
Thanks for your input, guys!
Jen — March 23, 2009 @ 7:22 am
Age: 19
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Berkeley, CA
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC?
I’m relatively new! A week or two, maybe?
How did you “discover” CNC?
I’m very big on food/cooking blogs, and was reading a food blog entry on bellaeats when I noticed her interest in running and healthy lifestyle blogs. Yours was one that she linked! I’ve always been interested in fitness and nutrition, but had no idea that there was a community of bloggies dedicated to it!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
The combination of great food pictures, workout inspiration, and super frequent updates
Christina — March 23, 2009 @ 7:26 am
Age: 21
Gender:F
Location (City, State): Pittsburgh (only til next month when I graduate!) then back to Monroe, NY
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC?
Around 5 or 6 months now
How did you “discover” CNC?
Someone’s blog roll… I think at KathEats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
The workouts – you got me hooked on interval training and I love running now! And the food of course.
Cindy — March 23, 2009 @ 7:28 am
Hi! I’ve been lurking for a couple of weeks.
Age: 47
Female
Mulberry, FL
Stay at home mom but need to get brave a set out into the workforce again
I’ve been reading for a few weeks
I was searching for a recipe and came across this site….I LOVE IT!
I have been on the path of trying to make a lifetime committment to become more healthy. I have to date lost 110lbs and am thirsty for all information that helps me stay focused. This site offers recipes, ideas for different ways to eat my everyday foods (i.e. oatmeal…love the peanut butter addition), inspiration to exercise more than just my daily 3 mile walk. I look forward to reading it everyday.
Kerry — March 23, 2009 @ 7:31 am
Age: 28
Female
Somerville, MA
Occupation: Organization Development Consultant
6 months
A friend told me about it
I like to see the “total” amount of food consumed in a day. it is a great inspiration to watch other people strive for balance. I can identify with your choices and feelings.
stephanie — March 23, 2009 @ 7:34 am
Age: 28
Gender: female
Location (City, State): NYC
Occupation: ABA therapist (work with kids with autism)
How long have you been reading CNC? i am not sure-but i am thining close to a year
How did you “discover” CNC?-i started on self’s eat like me and somehow ended up here
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? i just love seeing different food and exercise ideas and seeing someone else eat healthy yet in moderation of some not so healthy things-because it makes you normal
keep up the good work…i enjoy reading your blog every morning with my breakfast and coffee (sometimes at night too!)
Lauren — March 23, 2009 @ 7:36 am
Age: 26
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Boston, MA
Occupation: applying for guidance counselor positions for next year while nannying
How long have you been reading CNC? since right before your wedding!
How did you “discover” CNC? Kath’s blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? gaining new recipe ideas & reading your Boston-area restaurant reviews
caitlin — March 23, 2009 @ 7:37 am
Age: 24
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Orlando, FL
Occupation: Writer
How long have you been reading CNC? A year
How did you “discover” CNC? through Katheats.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? hearing about your adventures at boston restaurants!
Julie — March 23, 2009 @ 7:41 am
Age: 19
Gender:F
Location (City, State): NYC
Occupation: student
How long have you been reading CNC? one year
How did you “discover” CNC? Kaths blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Everything!
Jenny — March 23, 2009 @ 7:42 am
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): New York, NY
Occupation: Med Student
How long have you been reading CNC? Since the beginning!
How did you “discover” CNC? Katheats.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The way you mix your daily personal life experiences with more formal posts about specific topics – there is wonderful variety to the content and form of posts but I still feel I get to “see” what you’re doing every day. Thanks for an awesome blog! The layout is gorgeous, too.
Janie — March 23, 2009 @ 7:48 am
Hi Tina:)
I am 27, female, living in Charlottesville, VA. I work in Executive Education at the UVA Darden School of Business. I have been reading for a few months. I found you through Kath Eats. My favorite aspect of your blog is your honest personality. You seem like a very laid back person, and you make eating healthy and exercising regularly seem easy and pain free. Thanks for all you do:)
Elizabeth — March 23, 2009 @ 7:51 am
Age: 28
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Lebanon, NH
Occupation: stay at home mom
How long have you been reading CNC? 9 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Went to college with Tina
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? the recipes, yum!
Lisa — March 23, 2009 @ 7:52 am
Age: 26
Gender: F
Location (City, State): WI
Occupation: Customer Service
How long have you been reading CNC? probably since the beginning
How did you “discover” CNC? katheats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? That you are such a normal eater! You still go out and eat stuff that’s not always %100 healthy.
Sammie — March 23, 2009 @ 7:52 am
Age: 29
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Bellingham, MA
How long have you been reading CNC? for almost a year
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Kath’s Blog
Favorite aspect? I like to see all the beautiful photos of the very creative foods you make. I also like your restaurant reviews. I actually dined at Fuji after you gave it such a great review.
VeggieGirl — March 23, 2009 @ 7:53 am
Age: 20 (***I’ll be 21 on April 6th!!!***)
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Ohio
Occupation: student
How long have you been reading CNC?: Almost 2 years!!
How did you “discover” CNC?: Saw her commenting on the “Eat Like Me” blog on SELF.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?: The eats and questions of the day
Leanne — March 23, 2009 @ 7:56 am
Age: 22
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Marquette, MI
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? Probably a year?
How did you “discover” CNC? Through “Eat Like Me” on self.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Seeing all of the crazy fun that you and Mal have while still fitting in good food and exercise!
Grapeful — March 23, 2009 @ 7:58 am
Age: 22
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Chapel Hill, NC
Occupation: Grad student/blog lurker
How long have you been reading CNC? A month or two
How did you “discover” CNC? From reading Bella Eats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Daily updates, nonpretentious food pics, and useful/healthy info. I especially love blogs that update daily and have food pics that are still original rather than over the top fancy. And if I learn some neat info that’s cool too.
Kristie Lynn — March 23, 2009 @ 8:03 am
Age: 21
Gender: female
Location (City, State): Holland, MI
Occupation: college senior (almost done… yikes
How long have you been reading CNC? a year-ish? I have a bad memory.
How did you “discover” CNC? Blaming the bad memory again… probably eatlikeme or katheats.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your eats are always so…. normal. Attainable. You will eat a hot dog, for crying out loud! That’s awesome, in my opinion
*Side note* I have the shoes in your picture. I am seriously in love with them!
Alyssa — March 23, 2009 @ 8:05 am
Age: 20
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Minnesota
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? 9 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Kath and Jenna’s blogs!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The variey of your food and pics, plus how you often incorporate health/food news into your posts, I like learning something new!
Ida — March 23, 2009 @ 8:05 am
Age: 27
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Atlanta, GA
Occupation: epidemiologist
How long have you been reading CNC? 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Read an article on food blogs and discovered yours and others.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Workout tips. I also like how you break down recipes for ‘simple’ foods like oatmeal.
Susan — March 23, 2009 @ 8:07 am
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
Occupation: Finishing up undergrad, about to start work as a reporter/broadcaster
How long have you been reading CNC? Three months
How did you “discover” CNC? Must have been a blogroll somewhere!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Good eats, great workouts (I’m especially a fan of your treadmill workouts), and you drink beer!
ashley (sweet & natural) — March 23, 2009 @ 8:08 am
Age: 25
Gender: F
Location (City, State): New York, NY
Occupation: Strategic Planner @ an advertising agency
How long have you been reading CNC? One year?
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Kath Eats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Variety!
Shelby — March 23, 2009 @ 8:08 am
Age: 16
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Chicago, IL
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? A couple months
How did you “discover” CNC? From other food blogs…I think it was Eat, Live, Run.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The recipes! The Chocolate Pumpkin Loaf is one of my favorite bread recipes of ALL TIME!
Yasmin — March 23, 2009 @ 8:09 am
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Arlington, Texas
Occupation: Teacher
How long have you been reading CNC? few months
How did you “discover” CNC? off someone else’s blogroll
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? the food ! I love getting new ideas
Rachel — March 23, 2009 @ 8:09 am
Age: 28
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Boston, MA
Occupation: Insurance
How long have you been reading CNC? about 4 or 5 months
How did you “discover” CNC? I have no idea! I can’t remember!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I really enjoy seeing what other people eat. I like taking ideas and recreating them as my own.
life coach jen — March 23, 2009 @ 8:11 am
Age: 29
Gender: Female
Location: Waynesville, NC
Occupation: Life Coach and Writer
How Long I’ve Been Reading: About eight months, I’d say
How did I discover CNC: I think it must have been through Jenna’s or Kath’s blog
Fav aspect: Honestly, it’s just fun to see what you do, read your reviews, see pictures of visiting cats, that sort of thing. I do like the workout stuff and yummy healthy cookie recipes, too!
Kristin — March 23, 2009 @ 8:12 am
Age: 27
Gender: femal
Location (City, State): cleveland, ohiio
Occupation: account services manager at online company
How long have you been reading CNC? about a year
How did you “discover” CNC? via allison at greendogwine
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? love getting new ideas!
Hilary — March 23, 2009 @ 8:13 am
Age: 27
Gender: F
Location (City, State): West Chester, OH
Occupation: Environmental Consultant
How long have you been reading CNC? 1 week
How did you “discover” CNC? From a link on a different blog.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I just like reading about people’s lives in general – I think it’s so interesting! Your healthy eating (good ideas for me) and food photos inspire me to do better in my eating and really think about what I’m doing. I also like that you update so frequently so I have something to read when I’m bored at work
Shannon — March 23, 2009 @ 8:16 am
Age: 25
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Bismarck, ND
Occupation: Graduate student, Residential Assistant for Adults with Disabilities
How long have you been reading CNC? About 1 week!
How did you “discover” CNC? Through another health blog… Can’t remember which one…
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The pictures of your healthy well balanced meals. Also from your blog I can get an idea of how someone can eat what they want while still staying thin and healthy.
Mallory — March 23, 2009 @ 8:16 am
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Watertown, WI
Occupation: Student/Autism Therapist
How long have you been reading CNC? 4 – 5 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? I think it was through EatLikeMe – someone commented how Tina on CNC eats more “realistically” … naturally I had to check this CNC page out!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I struggled with my weight for a long time – I’ve finally come to a point in my life where I strive for balance in my eating and exercise; always trying to put the best things in my body while at the same time enjoying myself. You do a FANTASTIC job of this, and I really love seeing how you incorporate these things into a normal, busy, social life. (Plus, I owe you a BIG one for introducing me to Barney Butter…)
Jess — March 23, 2009 @ 8:17 am
Age: 31
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Columbus, OH
Occupation: Education (used to teach elementary/middle school, now work on grant-funded outreach projects)
How long have you been reading CNC? about a year
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Kath’s blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I’m always interested and inspired to see how others approach healthy eating, exercise, and having a healthy life in all aspects. I also love to check in at work!
Jaime — March 23, 2009 @ 8:19 am
Age: 33
Gender: girly girl
Location (City, State): Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Occupation: Virtual Administrator (ie: glorified secretary for online marketing company)
How long have you been reading CNC? a few months
How did you “discover” CNC? you left a comment on my blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? personally relatable
Meghan — March 23, 2009 @ 8:21 am
Age: 22
Gender: F
Location: Boston, MA
Occupation: Finance
How long have you been reading CNC? about 9 months
How did you discover CNC? the Metro covered it in their blog section
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? the recipes
Meg — March 23, 2009 @ 8:22 am
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Occupation: Receptionist (but soon to be student again)
How long have you been reading CNC? December or January maybe?
How did you “discover” CNC? Probably from Jenna at eatliverun
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? How real you are with your approach to eating and exercising!!!
It is so interesting reading about everyone else for sure, thanks Tina!
Sarah — March 23, 2009 @ 8:23 am
Age: 21
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Boston, MA until May then back home to Pittsburgh, PA
Occupation: Student, soon to be Credit Risk Analyst
How long have you been reading CNC? Since the beginning!
How did you “discover” CNC? Eatlikeme at Self.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love your ‘everything in moderation’ attitude, your restaurant reviews, the workout tips, and the question of the day!
Lacey — March 23, 2009 @ 8:25 am
Age: 25
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Boston, MA
Occupation: Research Associate (educational software, behavioral analysis, autism)
How long have you been reading CNC? (hmm… since early summer 2008?)
How did you “discover” CNC? i honestly don’t remember. i found kath- jenna- you – self eat like me, all around the same time (found self first)
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? i LOVE that you are very “real” and live in boston. i love when you showcase boston restaurants that i can really actually go to!
Kaye — March 23, 2009 @ 8:27 am
Great idea!
Age: 36
Location: Agawam, MA (not so far from you!)
Occupation: Registered Nurse (med-surg floor)
How long reading: hmm, maybe about 3-6 months…not exactly sure
How discovered: through another blog, not sure which one now!
Favorite aspect: the daily posts, the different places you visit to eat/have fun, the pictures, how you talk about everything…whatever inspires you at the moment,how when I read your blog I feel like you are talking right to me
I REALLY love your blog and I think many others do too, based on the number of followers and your # of hits!
Keep up the great job!
Sarah — March 23, 2009 @ 8:30 am
Age: 22
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Originally from Louisville, KY but live in Lexington, KY now because I go to school there
Occupation: Student in speech language pathology
How long have you been reading CNC?
from the beginning
How did you “discover” CNC?
another blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
the recipes and workout ideas, but also the overall message that being healthy is about balance and moderation.
Kara — March 23, 2009 @ 8:32 am
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): College Park and Ocean City, MD
Occupation: Student majoring in Psychology and about to go to grad school for Social Work
How long have you been reading CNC? I think 3-5 months… I think I remember starting in December, but it seems like I must have been reading before that…
How did you “discover” CNC? I used to read Eat Like Me on the Self website and she had you listed as one of her favorite blogs
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like that you don’t get tired of telling everyone about all of your food adventures. You inspired me to start my blog!
Laura — March 23, 2009 @ 8:35 am
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): I am currently studying abroad in Sydney, Australia but I am from Philadelphia, PA.
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? About 7-8 months
How did you “discover” CNC? I don’t exactly remember, but I think I was reading Kath’s blog and she had a link to your site.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love how it’s just not all about the food. You include links to cool articles, talk about fitness, and about things going on in your life. You also are honest about the foods you eat, even if they aren’t the most nutritious! I love the fact that you aren’t one of those hard-core, can’t-eat-anything-if-its-not-100%-healthy kind of person.
Shea — March 23, 2009 @ 8:38 am
Age: 21
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Ansbach, Germany
Occupation: Student/Army Wife
How long have you been reading CNC?
A couple months now I believe
How did you “discover” CNC?
I’m very into food/cooking blogs, and yours came up in my search. Seeing how you mix in exercising and your workouts I became hooked. I’ve gotten more into working out and I’ve even started running!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
Your approach on exercising.
HangryPants — March 23, 2009 @ 8:38 am
Age: 28
Gender: F
Occupation: Teacher
How Long Reading: From the beginning!
How Discovered: From KERF
Favorite Part: I like reading about your workouts and seeing how you really balance healthy foods and treats. I honestly love how you have so many treats without ever saying anything bad about it! It’s quite refreshing. Also you eat a lot of the same kinds of foods as me, so you’re relateable in that regard. We’re from the same neck of the woods, so that’s always exciting. Oh and of course, Mal’s crazy faces.
Emily — March 23, 2009 @ 8:38 am
Age: 31
Gender: Female
Location: Dallas, TX
Occupation: physician (ob-gyn) and mom to 3 little boys
How long reading CNC: about 2 months
How did you discover CNC: I think through the KERF blog…
Favorite aspect: I get so many great ideas for meals, also keeps me motivated to exercise!
Roxana — March 23, 2009 @ 8:41 am
Age: 19
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Boston, MA
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC?: About three months
How did you “discover” CNC?: Not sure
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?: I look forward to the places you visit in this area
Andrea (Off Her Cork) — March 23, 2009 @ 8:42 am
We have a “workout room”, it doesn’t have weights and we don’t work out in there, but it’s where all our gear and work out clothes are stored. So in order for me to work out I have to physically go in there to change which gets me up and moving in the mornings.
Survey answers!
Age: 32
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Columbus, OH
Occupation: Transcriptionist, web design consultant, and writer.
How long have you been reading CNC? Oh goodness, I believe it will be coming up on a year soon!
How did you “discover” CNC? I think through another blog. Either seeing it on a blogroll or perhaps mentioned in a post.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? When you and Mal go out and you review the restaurant. I love those kinds of posts!
Jasmine (Sweet and Fit) — March 23, 2009 @ 8:44 am
Age: 22
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Mclean, VA
Occupation: student
How long have you been reading CNC? 5 months
How did you “discover” CNC? through Meghann’s blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? healthy meal ideas and inspiration to have a healthier lifestyle
Jess — March 23, 2009 @ 8:49 am
23
Femaile
Charlottesville, Va
Grad student, dance teacher (side gig)
About 14 months??
From Eatlikeme
I love how you dont have to be perfect! I am so happy when you eat cereal for breakfast like the rest of us mortals!!
Ann — March 23, 2009 @ 8:49 am
Age: 19
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
Occupation: Student (BSc in Human Nutrition actually!)
How long have you been reading CNC? It’s been a long time! 10 months or more, I lose track.
How did you “discover” CNC? Either Kath at KERF or Jenna at EatLiveRun.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I think I adore every aspect of your blog equally! I do enjoy reading about your workouts and seeing all your yummy foods. Your photos of your life also make me smile since you seem to find such joy in the little things! You’re one of the bloggers who have inspired me to start my own blog once I get past finals and get a reliable camera!
Lauren — March 23, 2009 @ 8:51 am
Age: 26
Gender: F
Location (City, State): New York, NY
Occupation: Principal Marketing Coordinator at an environmental design firm
How long have you been reading CNC? About a year
How did you “discover” CNC? Hmm…I can’t remember. I’m getting old! I believe I found a link to your site on another food blog.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The way you strike such a healthy balance between work and play, fitness and relaxation, and moderation and indulgence. I also love your baking recipes!
Cinemarie — March 23, 2009 @ 8:53 am
Hi Tina!
LOL Just reading about how someone out there has it is inspiring and makes me want to work harder at getting my life in order – it that makes any sense.
Age: 29
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Occupation: Film and Television Editor (not the writing kind, the video kind
How long have you been reading CNC? About a year.
How did you “discover” CNC? Through links on other blogs.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Food ideas, the pictures, how honest and genuine it comes across, while staying informative, organized but also fun. It is the style of blog I aspire to write, but fail miserably at writing
rhodeygirl (sabrina) — March 23, 2009 @ 8:55 am
Age: 25
Gender: female
Location: rhode island
How long have you been reading CNC? since the beginning!
How did you “discover” CNC? errr not sure really. I THINK from an interesting comment on another blog, but I can’t really be sure!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love that you show a really good balance between healthy and fun foods. And your healthy outlook with both. I also like hearing about fun things you and Mal do (whether it be going out in Boston, or assembling your new furniture) because as someone getting ready to get married I can relate.
crissy — March 23, 2009 @ 8:56 am
Age: 25
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Vernon, CT… but bought my own place so I’m moving soon!
Occupation: Academic Advisor at UCONN
How long have you been reading CNC? a little over a year
How did you “discover” CNC? I think Kath’s blog. I stumbled upon your blog too right when you were posting about your wedding and fell in love with your dress…got hooked from there.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Pretty much all of it, I just think it’s fun how you share your life with others. You definitely were a reason I started my own blog. You give me ideas on new things to try out at the grocery store, I enjoy your work out posts too.
tami — March 23, 2009 @ 8:58 am
Age: 34
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Meredith NH
Occupation: stay at home mom
How long have you been reading CNC? maybe 9 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? my friend Heidi, had your blog on her blog…
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? you seem so down to earth (and that you live/near Boston and i can relive my time there through you!
Nancy V — March 23, 2009 @ 8:58 am
Age: 52 (am I your oldest reader? GASP?!!)
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Westerville, Ohio
Occupation: Technical Assistant to Elect Engineers
How long have you been reading CNC? 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Kath Eats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The easy unprocessed foods you eat. I’m back on the wagon about eating right and getting my butt off the couch. I enjoy reading about your lifestyle. Very motivating.
Cammie — March 23, 2009 @ 9:02 am
Age: 43
Gender: F
Location: Lincoln, NE
I think I have been reading it for about 6 mos. I don’t really remeber how I found it, through another blog. I have been self employed teaching people rug hooking. (making rugs from wool) but have made a step to go back to school for Health Information Management!
I love your blog because of all the great ideas, photos and your healthy approach to life!!!
Kelsey — March 23, 2009 @ 9:02 am
Age: 20
Gender: f
Location (City, State): stillwater, OK
Occupation: architecture student at Oklahoma State University
How long have you been reading CNC?: since summer ’08
How did you “discover” CNC?: I think from iateapie.net
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?: I love the restaurant reviews a lot. Even though I’m never in the east, it really makes me want to visit there someday!
nic — March 23, 2009 @ 9:03 am
Age: 25
Gender: female
Location (City, State): zurich, switzerland
Occupation: structural draughtswoman (sorry i have no idea how my job description is in english…. i just draw houses and similar things all day long….
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How long have you been reading CNC? only about a week or two…
How did you “discover” CNC? over another blog… maybe angelas oh she glows?! i don’t remember exactly.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? hmm… good question… as i’m new to this blog… i’ll just say… i love the photos and just reading about your day….
Rachel — March 23, 2009 @ 9:03 am
Age: 22
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Houston, TX
Occupation: Real Estate Services Coordinator
How long have you been reading CNC? Over a year
How did you “discover” CNC? I think through KERF or eatliverun
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love how real you are. You have a ton of friends and don’t feel bad going out with them even if it means bar food or skipping a work out.
Meg C. — March 23, 2009 @ 9:05 am
Age: 24
Gender: F
Location: Somerville, MA
How long reading: Not sure, I think maybe almost a year?
Discovered: Again not sure. My sister and I argue over who introduced who to what blogs – we both think the other introduced us to yours!
Favorite: Local Boston references, good recipes for healthy baked goods, upbeat attitude, good photography, realistic depictions of what it means to have “balance”.
JE — March 23, 2009 @ 9:10 am
Age: 26
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Currently in Arlington, VA, but I grew up in Upstate NY. Go ‘Cuse!
Occupation: Political Consultant
How long have you been reading CNC? 1 year
How did you “discover” CNC? via Kath Eats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The fun, laid back approach to fitness and healthful eating
Thanks for an awesome blog!
Anna — March 23, 2009 @ 9:11 am
Age: 27
Gender: female
Location (City, State): Gloucester MA
Occupation: Business Development and Publisher Services Associate for an online advertising company out of Burlington MA
How long have you been reading CNC? I think I discovered it back in June of last year- right before you got married:)
How did you “discover” CNC? I was looking for a recipe, or linked to it from another blog, I can’t exactly remember!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love how you create your own recipes from time to time…you show everything in moderation but still have your over the top occasions and I appreciate the fitness advice:)
kathleen — March 23, 2009 @ 9:12 am
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Denver, CO
Occupation: Teacher
How long have you been reading CNC? One year
How did you “discover” CNC? either kath.eats or eatliverun.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your realistic approach to eating and exercising. Also, I am in love with Boston.
Sandy — March 23, 2009 @ 9:16 am
Age: 44
Gender:F
Location (City, State): Glendale,Az.
Occupation: Nurse
How long have you been reading CNC?about 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? searching on line for a carrot cake recipe..typed carrots and cake and found your blog..never did make the carrot cake..
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? You and Mal,are very sweet together….and your motivating attitude~I’ve started eating healthier and working out..THANK’S….
Marissa — March 23, 2009 @ 9:16 am
Age: 27
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Boston, MA
Occupation: Law Student
How long have you been reading CNC? Since right around the beginning (I’m a big time lurker)
How did you “discover” CNC? From Kath’s blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love seeing the different places around Boston and the workouts and recipes you post!
Tina — March 23, 2009 @ 9:17 am
Oh, nice fresh nut butter! I came across your blog about a week ago and have been checking in and commenting the past week. Here’s my answers to your survey:
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Stockholm, Sweden
Occupation: Freelance stylist/writer/fashion editor and editor in chief of a teen magazine.
How long have you been reading CNC?
Since I first came across the blog about a week ago!
How did you “discover” CNC?
I was surfing around various websites and clicking on links in blogrolls and happened to come across CNC.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
The healthy lifestyle you lead, it helps me see what “normal” or “healthy” eating and exercise is and inspires me to be better!
Pearl — March 23, 2009 @ 9:18 am
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): San Diego, CA
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? Wow. Since I started blogging, I think.
How did you “discover” CNC? Most likely through VeggieGirl’s blog.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love the stories you share, reviews of nearby restaurants and your excitement for life. Everytime you post, I get a little happy pill
Mel — March 23, 2009 @ 9:19 am
Age: 24
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Gender: F
Location (City, State): Milwaukee, WI
Occupation: Student (but I’m starting my new job next week!
How long have you been reading CNC? Just over a year
How did you “discover” CNC? I think it was through Kath, she had you on her blog roll
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love that you are real about how you eat and live. You do everything in moderation but aren’t afraid to have a beer or not so healthy food once in awhile!
Betsy — March 23, 2009 @ 9:22 am
Name: Betsy
Age: 23
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Pittsburgh, PA
Occupation: Photography teacher, Registrar
How long have you been reading CNC? A little over a year?
How did you “discover” CNC? Through KathEats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The layout, design, and pictures… coming from your unique point of view!
TorontoGirloutWest — March 23, 2009 @ 9:23 am
Oooooo this is fun!
My turn:
Age: 28
Gender: F
Location (City, State): British Columbia – Rocky Mountains
Occupation: Lawyer
How long have you been reading CNC? For about two months
How did you “discover” CNC? I linked to it from someone’s blog roll. I was THRILLED to discover a whole world of health conscious foodies on the web!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? All the food ideas I can gather by looking at what you eat!
Ashley — March 23, 2009 @ 9:26 am
Age: 24
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): New York, NY
Occupation: Advertising
How long have you been reading CNC? 8 Months
How did you “discover” CNC? a friend
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love reading about the places you go to in Boston since I used to go to school there and it brings back lots of memories. I also love your workouts!
Arielle — March 23, 2009 @ 9:31 am
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, Province!): Ottawa, Ontario
Occupation: Student of History
How long have you been reading CNC? a month? Not long now, but I’m addicted already!
How did you “discover” CNC? Hm, I’m pretty sure through another blog, perhaps Say Yes to Salad or La Belle Vegan.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I have to name one thing? You’re funny and entertaining, your photos are great, and you always have fun and useful health and exercise advice. I’m vegan but I still am totally entertained by your food posts
I’m bookmarking this post for those exercises, for example, even though I don’t own weights. And I’ve stolen your many treadmill runs, as well. <3
Alex — March 23, 2009 @ 9:33 am
Age: 21
Gender:F
Location (City, State): Washinton, DC (interning for a semester)
Occupation: Student/Intern
How long have you been reading CNC? I have read since the beginning!
How did you “discover” CNC? I think either through Kath Eats, or Cristin’s “Eat like me.”
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? That you truly achieve balance in your diet, and there is no deprivation! The blog has really helped me to stop labeling foods as “good,” or “bad,” instead I have learned to think “everything in moderation!”
Thanks for all the hard work you put into the blog!
Meghann — March 23, 2009 @ 9:39 am
Age: Meghann
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Orlando, FL
Occupation: Marketing Assistant
How long have you been reading CNC? 1 year
How did you “discover” CNC? blog rolls
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your take on life.
Cole — March 23, 2009 @ 9:40 am
Age: 20
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Knoxville, TN
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? Just a couple weeks!
How did you “discover” CNC? Through a blog. I can’t remember which one but I followed a link and loved what I saw!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
I have to echo what the gal about me said: the no deprivation factor. I’ve only been reading a short time but the balance between enjoying food, working out, and being healthy struck me from the very start.
J — March 23, 2009 @ 9:41 am
Age: 33
Gender: F
Location: Eastern LI, NY
Occupation: Textbook Editor (Medical Publishing)
How long have you been reading CNC? 6 mos+
How did you “discover” CNC? Linked through one of the zillion food blogs I read, forgot exactly which!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Food pics!! I’m a little obsessed about seeing what other people eat. Your food choices are extremely similar to mine (except i think I eat a bit more protein), so it’s really interesting to see the same food habits laid out in pics. I run on a regular basis, but you motivate me to run longer distances. You’ve also reminded me to pick up the weights more than twice a week or so….I think this change (that you are motivating…please keep up the strength training!) will make the single biggest difference to get me to 100% confidence in my summer/beach wardrobe!
Brooke — March 23, 2009 @ 9:41 am
Age: 28
Gender: female!
Location (City, State): San Francisco, CA
Occupation: Senior in high school!
How long have you been reading CNC? Since around september or october 2008
How did you “discover” CNC? Through reading other food blogs, i stumbled upon it!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I think you are a great role model for girls of my age. It’s hard to be growing up with so many impossible standards set on TV and in magazines..especially when I truly love going out to eat with friends and socializing, food, baking, and nutrition! So I love to read your blog and see how you balance your days out without deprivation. And plus..I am always curious to see where you go out in Boston because that might be where I go to college! yayyy!
Thanks for all the effort you put in your blog!
Aimee — March 23, 2009 @ 9:41 am
Age: 26
Gender:F
Location (City, State): Pittsburgh PA
Occupation: Attorney
How long have you been reading CNC? A year
How did you “discover” CNC? I think from a blog roll, but don’t remember
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I think the recipes, but I also love the layout and pictures. Oh and when you talk about your workouts and link to great articles that relate to fitness or healthy eating.
Liza — March 23, 2009 @ 9:42 am
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Saco, Maine
Occupation: Community health major at UMAINE
How long have you been reading CNC? a year and a half
How did you “discover” CNC? through Kath
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? your idea of balance..and your splurges and how you live your life free of food guilt most of the time:)
Kristine — March 23, 2009 @ 9:43 am
Age: 23
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Central/Western MA
Occupation: Graduate Student
How long have you been reading CNC? errr 2 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? Through another blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The fact that you are from BOSTON and AWESOME
Liz — March 23, 2009 @ 9:44 am
Age: 23
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Boston
Occupation: Entrepreneur
How long have you been reading CNC? 2-3 months
How did you “discover” CNC? I don’t even remember! Probably linked from some other blog.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like the product/restaurant reviews, and the recipes.
Anonymous — March 23, 2009 @ 9:44 am
Ahh is that PB from the Fruit Center in Milton?!?? That is such a cute store and I got there allll the time! Do you live in Quincy? Wow it’s such a small world to see things close to my home on this blog!
Age: 19
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Milton, MA
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? For about a year
How did you “discover” CNC? Stated with Eat like me – Found Kath Eats- and found CNC! And I’ve been hooked!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your positive outlook on food. It seems like a lot of the other blogs put disclaimers on their indulgences by making comments on how they shouldn’t have eaten that or it must be very caloric but even if you have a “slip-up” or indulge you never look back. You accept that you’re human and can enjoy some cake and beers without the world falling apart. Great pictures, great attitude. And I LOVE that you’re in Boston and I recognize so much of what you reference!
Alycia — March 23, 2009 @ 9:45 am
Age: 33
Gender: Female
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Occupation: Business Analyst
How long have you been reading CNC?: 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC?: Based on other blogs I subscribe to, yours was a “Google Reader” suggestion. =)
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?: I love seeking to live a healthy lifestyle, and your blog gives me many “ideas” on food AND exercise that help me in doing so!
Melissa — March 23, 2009 @ 9:45 am
thanks for the strength tips!
Age: 26
Gender:female
Location (City, State): Ny. NY
Occupation: higher ed admin.
How long have you been reading CNC? about a year
How did you “discover” CNC? katheats?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? you are a real person and yourlifestyle approach is attainable by anyone, and a great baker
Thanks for your input, guys!
FoodsThatFit — March 23, 2009 @ 9:47 am
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location: Bethesda Maryland, soon to be Salt Lake City Utah
Occupation: ER nurse
How long have you been reading CNC: 6 months
How did I discover CNC: I can’t remember
What is your favorite aspect of CNC: The recipes and workout suggestions!
You are the best Tina! Thanks for a fun survey! I have often wondered the demographics of the bloggers!
K — March 23, 2009 @ 9:47 am
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Detroit, MI
Occupation: Can’t say! Sorry but I am a professional student by now
How long have you been reading CNC? Over a year
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Iateapie I believe?!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love hearing about your days and your fabulous recipes!
Dulcie — March 23, 2009 @ 9:48 am
Age: 19
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Florham Park, NJ
Occupation: Student, currently taking a semester off
How long have you been reading CNC? For about a year
How did you “discover” CNC? From someone’s blogroll. I think it may have been KathEats.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Everything! I really love all your eats.. whether they’re healthy or a splurge. It shows how you indulge every once in awhile, which I think is important! I love your healthy lifestyle with your exercise advice and different tips! Wonderful blog
Casey — March 23, 2009 @ 9:50 am
Age: 19
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Brooklyn, NY
Occupation: Student/ Part-time coach
How long have you been reading CNC? I would have to say about 7 or 8 months now!?
How did you “discover” CNC? Hmm I “found” food/exercise/health blogs a while back but didn’t really get into them. Last year I stumbled upon one (possibly from an article on a website?) and found all the others through it and was hooked!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I don’t know a ton of people my age who are so into health and exercise as I am just yet and it’s great to find a community of people who share similar interests.
=)
Anusce — March 23, 2009 @ 9:53 am
Age: 29
Gender: F
Occupation: Attorney in the making
How long have you been reading CNC? Summer 08
How did you discover CNC? It was featured on METRO here in Boston
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? the amount of information it provide for those seeking a healthier life. I also love the restaurants reviews…
brandi — March 23, 2009 @ 9:53 am
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): near Blacksburg, VA
Occupation: Admin Assistant
How long have you been reading CNC? 6-7 months, I guess
How did you “discover” CNC? Through someone else’s blog, but I forget who!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love that you have a healthy outlook on everything and still have plenty of good beer and food
I love a good beer.
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Yoga has not happened as much in the past few days – after my mom went into the hospital again last week, I got kind of thrown off, but I’ve been doing what I can and trying to incorporate some office yoga and more deep breathing into my day.
Carrie — March 23, 2009 @ 9:53 am
Age: 33
Gender: Female
Location: Tuscaloosa, AL. (Roll Tide!)
Occupation: Mom of 2 boys and a Marketing Director
How long have you been reading CNC? @ a year.
How did you “discover” CNC? KathEats.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? That you still allow yourself to have fun and eat what you want. And the great recipes!!
Casey — March 23, 2009 @ 9:56 am
You caught me! I am definitely a lurker
I like this idea–as you share a lot about your lives with us readers, and it sometimes feels a little eerie to be an unknown reader. So here goes:
Age: 26
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Charlotte, MI
Occupation: User Experience Research at a software company
How long have you been reading CNC? Somewhere under a year
How did you “discover” CNC? I’m not sure–you are part of a ‘network’ of food blogs that all seem to link to one another, so I’m not sure who I heard about first (I read KathEats, EatLiveRun, RhodeyGirl, YogaisYummy, and about 100 others), but the first food blog I ever read was Eat Like Me at Self.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Most importantly the posts about your daily routine (in face I’ve missed some of the regular posts recently, even though I understand why you want to change things up). I like to see how you balance work and play (in regard to health and indulgence!), it really gives me ideas and inspiration on how I can do the same. Secondly would be the tips and link to other health and fitness related articles and blogs out there.
Kristen — March 23, 2009 @ 9:57 am
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location: Boston, MA
Occupation: Finance/Risk Mgmt
How long have you been reading CNC?: 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC?: posting at healthworks
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?: I like the recipes and new ideas for workouts and meals. I enjoy reading it while at work to take a break from the day and feel that it helps keep me on track with my own fitness and nutrition goals.
Ami — March 23, 2009 @ 9:58 am
age: 40
Gender: F
Location: Washington DC
Occupation: Mom and Ph.D. economist
How long: a year?
How did you “discover” CDC? KathEats
Mizz Independent — March 23, 2009 @ 9:58 am
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Mansfield, MA
Occupation: Hotel Sales Manager
How long have you been reading CNC? 6-8 months
How did you “discover” CNC? other blogrolls
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Seeing all the places you dine out in Boston…I miss the city
Melissa S. — March 23, 2009 @ 9:59 am
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Kenansville, FL
Occupation: Snail Kite Technician/Field Biologist, GIS technician
How long have you been reading CNC? Since just after your wedding!
How did you “discover” CNC? through katheats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love all the great and healthy recipes you come up with. but on top of that i love that you enjoy all your food and even the things that most people would put to shame, but you do in moderation. inspirational to me!
Amy — March 23, 2009 @ 9:59 am
Age: 31
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Calgary Alberta, Canada
Occupation: Stay at home Mom & Competitive Fencer (Foil)
How long have you been reading CNC? Since last summer
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Kath’s blog-you answered a question for me
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The fitness tips you always share with us.
Marilyn — March 23, 2009 @ 9:59 am
Age: 25
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Boston, MA and Bay Area, CA
Occupation: medical student (done in 2 months!)
How long have you been reading CNC? since summer 2008
How did you “discover” CNC? I forget.. somehow stumbled upon it.. loved it since day 1
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? the pictures, the healthfulness, the little indulgences, the enthusiasm
Kara — March 23, 2009 @ 10:01 am
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location: California, MD (yes, it’s a real place and yes, it’s next to Hollywood, MD)
Occupation: Acquistions for the Navy
How long have you been reading CNC: Over a year
How did you “discover” CNC: Kath Eats
Favorite aspect: Seeing what you pack for lunch gives me good ideas and your treadmill workouts!
Julie — March 23, 2009 @ 10:03 am
Age: 28
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Boston area
Occupation: attorney
How long have you been reading CNC? 2-3 months
How did you “discover” CNC? KathEats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your balanced & positive outlook on a healthy lifestyle. Plus, living in the Boston area, I enjoy your commentary on the local haunts.
Chrissy — March 23, 2009 @ 10:09 am
Age: 25
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Kalamazoo, MI
Occupation: Elementary Art Teacher
How long have you been reading CNC? 6-8 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? Eat, Live, Run
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? yummy meal ideas and workout tips!
Ashley — March 23, 2009 @ 10:10 am
Age: 25
Gender: female
Location (City, State): Philadelphia currently but moving to NYC Memorial Day weekend
Occupation: Marketing Analyst
How long have you been reading CNC? approx 1 year
How did you “discover” CNC? KathEats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like that you are very balanced in both eating and lifestyle!
Colleen — March 23, 2009 @ 10:10 am
Age: 27
Gender: F
Location (City, State): LaGrange, GA
Occupation: Analyst
How long have you been reading CNC? a few months
How did you “discover” CNC? link from someone else’s blog…can’t remember which
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Everything – you just seem like such a sweet person – and I love your healthy approach to life.
Ileana — March 23, 2009 @ 10:15 am
Age: 20
Gender: female
Location (City, State): Boston, MA!
Occupation: student/intern
How long have you been reading CNC? A month or so?
How did you “discover” CNC? I am a big Kath fan, and she linked to your blog, and I loved the title and loved all your healthy baked goods
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I live in Boston, too, so I love having a restaurant critic! I also love your yummy looking baked goods and salads.
Mari — March 23, 2009 @ 10:17 am
Age: 28 (29 in July)
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Richmond Hill, NY (Queens)
Occupation: Office Manager for an IT company (6 years) and part-time personal trainer (right now just working at Curves)
How long have you been reading CNC? about 2 months
How did you “discover” CNC? I joined Blogger about 2 months ago and found you on a friends page and ever since then I have been hooked! =)
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love the balance! you love to eat healthy but you do not deny yourself treats too! …I like the fact that your page is so well rounded and I love to steal ideas from you lol…beause of you I discovered the infamous PUFFINS! AND I am also doing really great with my yoga practice since you started the challenge
Come visit my page sometime! It is is not as fabulous as yours though lol
BethT — March 23, 2009 @ 10:19 am
Age: 30
Gender: F
Location (City, State): San Francisco, CA
Occupation: Graduate School Recruiter
How long have you been reading CNC? since early 08
How did you “discover” CNC? I think through Kath Eats?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Tina, you are very “real.” I also love Mal’s hilarious “cameos.”
Jamie — March 23, 2009 @ 10:27 am
Age: 21
Gender: female
Location (City, State): Boston, MA
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? about 6 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? Accidentally at work when googling a trader joe’s product (trying to find nutrition info) and you had done a review of it…. and I was hooked.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Seeing what you eat everyday, getting some inspiration for new foods, and its good to see someone promoting a well balanced diet including treats.
Kim — March 23, 2009 @ 10:28 am
Age: 36
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Lewis Center, Ohio
Occupation: Stay at Home Mom
How long have you been reading CNC? About 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Link on Kath Eats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The healthy food ideas, recipes & workouts! I also have been enjoying the yoga challenge.
Allie — March 23, 2009 @ 10:28 am
Age: 21
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Columbus, Ohio
Occupation: student
How long have you been reading CNC? since the summer
How did you “discover” CNC? Katheats.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? the balance you have in your food and life!
Maureen — March 23, 2009 @ 10:29 am
Age : 27
Gender: F
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Occupation: I work at a University – like you, Tina!
How long have you been reading CNC? since the summer I think
How did you discover CNC? link from another blog…maybe Kath’s
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? That you maintain a healthy lifestyle while still enjoying things like wings and beer here and there. You are like my friends and I – realistic and fun. Thanks!
Lindy — March 23, 2009 @ 10:29 am
Age: 29
Gender:Female
Location (City, State):Texas
Occupation: Operations Analyst
How long have you been reading CNC? Probably about 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? A friend mentioned it
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? the food
Katie — March 23, 2009 @ 10:30 am
Good morning Tina!
Age: 27
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Seattle (Bothell), WA
Occupation: Newborn Hearing Screener and Patient Services Coordinator
How long have you been reading CNC? About a year
How did you “discover” CNC? I believe it was through Kath
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? That you eat REAL food, and realistic portions! Plus, the yoga challenge has REALLY turned me on to yoga, I would have never tried it otherwise!
Angie (Losing It and Loving It) — March 23, 2009 @ 10:30 am
Age: 36 (37 next week, April 1st LOL)
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): IL (NW Chicago burbs)
Occupation: Affiliate/Internet marketer, blogger, work at home
How long have you been reading CNC? A year maybe?
How did you “discover” CNC? From another food blogger but can’t remember who it was
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Healthy food postings but also love to see how you still enjoy life and don’t deny yourself some yummy goodies. Love that you share workout tips too.
Leanne — March 23, 2009 @ 10:30 am
Age: 33
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Occupation: Investment Advisor
How long have you been reading CNC: about 2 months
How did you “discover” CNC: Tosca Reno’s Eat-Clean Diet blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC: I really enjoy reading about your meal plans and the balance you have between healthy eating and real living. Totally enjoy your Pumpkin Muffin receipe – think that “hooked” me to reading your blog !!
Claire — March 23, 2009 @ 10:32 am
Age: 23
Gender: F
Location (City, State): NY, NY
Occupation: fashion mag intern/asst
How long have you been reading CNC? 1 year!
How did you “discover” CNC? From other blogroll’s….maybe my fave veggiegirl
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Hearing about boston eats since I just graduated from college there and sometimes miss it! Of course I love your healthy muffin and cookie recipes!
Heather — March 23, 2009 @ 10:32 am
Age: 19
Gender:F
Location (City, State): Dallas, TX
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC?
Since last summer I think
How did you “discover” CNC?
Off of KathEats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
I love how your positive and healthy outlook on food and exercise. You still enjoy the food you love but you balance everything out! You’re very inspiring
Casie — March 23, 2009 @ 10:33 am
Age: 26
Gender:female
Location (City, State): Cambridge MA
Occupation: Research Cordin.
How long have you been reading CNC? Since moving to Boston this past summer.
How did you “discover” CNC? katheats and or Eat like me
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love that you give a very real approach to eating… “It not all or nothing”. I also love that you review places that I live near and can try.
Evelyn — March 23, 2009 @ 10:35 am
Age: 32
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Detroit, MI
Occupation: Secretary (about to go back to school)
How long have you been reading CNC? 2 – 3 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Blogroll from someone on blogger.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? You’ve helped me understand that food isn’t the enemy. Thank you
Beadie @ What I Ate Yesterday — March 23, 2009 @ 10:39 am
Age: 32
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Chester, VA
Occupation: Admin Services for an upscale private golf club
How long have you been reading CNC? since last summer ’08
How did you “discover” CNC? Katheats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like how your eats are always so real and you aren’t afraid to eat fries. You also seem to have such a healthy relationship with exercise, I really admire that.
Anonomous — March 23, 2009 @ 10:41 am
Age: 22
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Minneapolis, MN
Occupation: IT
How long have you been reading CNC? 2 years?! Wow
How did you “discover” CNC? Eat Like Me
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Love that this isn’t a “diet” blog. You truly have a well-rounded and healthy life style, set fitness goals but also go out and have a beer or two
Lindsay — March 23, 2009 @ 10:42 am
Age:18
Gender:Female
Location (City, State):Normal, IL
Occupation:College Student
How long have you been reading CNC? Only a couple of weeks… maybe a month
How did you “discover” CNC? I found the CNC website after reading all of Kath Eats Real Food Blogs and I developed a sort of obsession with reading these blogs… but there are a great distraction when you do not want to write another college paper!!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like to see that a person can eat the foods that they like and maintain a healthy weight. I personally have struggled with weight issues for a long time therefore, it is great to see some one that can do it.
Thanks for your input, guys!
CarolynB~ — March 23, 2009 @ 10:44 am
Age: 44
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): San Francisco
How long have you been reading CNC? About 8 months
How did you “discover” CNC? I think it was through Kath Eats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like to get meal ideas and I love that you eat and drink and enjoy and are not soooo obsessed with not eating “bad” food every once in a while. You have a very healthy outlook on food.
Ryane — March 23, 2009 @ 10:45 am
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location: Lowell, MA (Moving to Portsmouth, NH in May! )
Occupation: Customer Service/Events
How long have you been reading CNC: Started right before your wedding I believe!
How did you “discover” CNC? prob a combo of eat like me and kath
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love that you’re local and feature spots all around Boston that I recognize or put on my “to-try” list. Also, you’re very realistic and down to earth and never short on tips and other helpful things!
Laura — March 23, 2009 @ 10:47 am
Age: 18
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Home- Cumberland, RI
School- Storrs, CT
Occupation: I’m a student and a Panera Bread Employee =]
How long have you been reading CNC? Regularly only a couple of weeks, but I would “check up” on it for a couple of months!
How did you “discover” CNC? I have a blog, and you were on CoffeeTalk’s (Amy’s) blogroll. I got bored and started snooping!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love the pictures, your personality, the ideas, and you’re comfort with all foods. It’s inspiring.
Shannon (The Daily Balance) — March 23, 2009 @ 10:48 am
Age: 24
Gender: Female
Location: Cleveland, OH
Occupation: Account Manager at public relations and advertising agency
How long have you been reading CNC: about a year
How did you “discover” CNC? Kath Eats Real Food
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Love your food ideas, love your down to earth attitude, love that you feature restaurants (interior, the whole experience, etc), you are simply adorable!
Christy — March 23, 2009 @ 10:52 am
Age: 33
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Southern California
How long have you been reading CNC? Over a year.
How did you “discover” CNC? Probably through Kath’s blog.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love reading about your healthy approach to food, the way you handle food at parties, your honesty about it all, and your relationship to your hubby (since it reminds me of my hubby!). I also love to bake and hardly every follow a recipe. I always have to try and “health it up”, just like you! And I like to learn about other beers/wines since my hubby and I love both.
Sara — March 23, 2009 @ 10:57 am
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Prescott, AZ
Occupation: College Admissions Counselor
How long have you been reading CNC? About 1 year
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Kath’s blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love the exercise tips!
Carrie — March 23, 2009 @ 10:58 am
I am a lurker, but a devoted one! LOL. I read your blog via Google Reader, that’s why I never comment. But I guess this is a good time to say “hey”
Age: 35
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Herndon, Virginia
Occupation: Data Analyst at a web services company
How long have you been reading CNC? Hmmm… less than 6 months.
How did you “discover” CNC? Via another food journal type of blog – don’t remember which one – I read a lot of them!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Ideas for easy, healthy lunches.
I am also a longtime blogger, but I blog anonymously — and not about food or fitness, so I am omitting my link this time!
healthy ashley — March 23, 2009 @ 10:59 am
Nice job on your am workout! That PB looks so good!
20, Female, Tampa, Fl., just resigned from Marketing Director position, since the beginning!…. I love it all!
Tania — March 23, 2009 @ 11:00 am
Age: 27
Gender: Female
Location: Toronto, Ontario
How Long have you been reading CNC? Since last summer ‘ 08
How did you discover CNC? Through Kath Eats
Favourite Aspect of CNC? your well rounded approach to eating out/partaking in non healthy food situations!
Your recipes!!
great blog, i start my mornings with it!
Annie — March 23, 2009 @ 11:09 am
Age: 25
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Oklahoma City
Occupation: Paralegal
How long have you been reading CNC? a month or so…
How did you “discover” CNC? another foodie blogroll… can’t remember which one
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I started reading for the recipes, but I’ve kept reading because your approach to food and exercise is motivating and relatable!
april — March 23, 2009 @ 11:11 am
Age: 18
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Albuquerque, New Mexico
Occupation: Student Nurse
How long have you been reading CNC? Since last summer!
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Kath Eats I think
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The workouts and the healthy recipies! And seeing someone who can still splurge!
Megan — March 23, 2009 @ 11:12 am
Great workout and yummy oats
Age: 23
Gender: female
Location (City, State): new orleans, louisiana
Occupation: student (studying early childhood education)
How long have you been reading CNC? probably about 1.5 years
How did you “discover” CNC? through KERF
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? that fact that you do not diet and you eat healthy while still eating the foods you enjoy…you balance everything out! and you always have some sort of dessert daily. and you are funny
i love your blog because it is such an inspiration of living a healthy, happy, balanced life!!!
Happy Monday!
Julz — March 23, 2009 @ 11:12 am
Age: 19
Gender: Female
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? I suppose two years or so!? Maybe a year and a half? It feels like I’ve never been without
How did you “discover” CNC? Probably through Kath
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? YOU! You’re so beautiful, emitting naturally from the inside, out. It’s SO refreshing and an absolute joy. And I love your words!!
Have a great morning, Trina
Julz — March 23, 2009 @ 11:13 am
Whoops! My location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (25 minutes North of the city)
Hallie — March 23, 2009 @ 11:13 am
Age: 24
Gender: F
Location (City, State): San Diego CA
Occupation: PR/Marketing for a Museum
How long have you been reading CNC? over a year…not exactly sure
How did you “discover” CNC? I think through Eat Like Me?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like your workout tips and the fact that you are “real” with your eating and your lifestyle. You’re healthy but you have fun and enjoy life. It’s just a great read every day!
Jackie — March 23, 2009 @ 11:13 am
Age: 25
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Boston, MA
Occupation: Accountant
How long have you been reading CNC? 1 year
How did you “discover” CNC? comment on eatlikeme@self
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your approach to exercise and just doing your best to keep healthy.
Julie — March 23, 2009 @ 11:17 am
Age: 22
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Baldwin, NY
Occupation: Executive Director of Helping Humans Across America
How long have you been reading CNC? about 2 months
How did you “discover” CNC? through the blogosphere
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
Definitely got a lot of good cardio machine workouts! I use the treadmill workouts all the time!
A — March 23, 2009 @ 11:21 am
Age: 25
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Minneapolis, MN
Occupation: Administrative Assistant, Sales, Project Management
How long have you been reading CNC? a year give or take
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Kath’s Blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Like your workout tips and your healthy balance to food, fun, life!
Chris — March 23, 2009 @ 11:22 am
Age: 39 (until April 20!!)
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Parkland, FL
Occupation: PR Consultant to medical/technology/environmental businesses
How long have you been reading CNC? Several months
How did you “discover” CNC? I think through KathEats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Exercise ideas, recipes, your example of a healthy living
Ellie — March 23, 2009 @ 11:27 am
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Wellesley, Massachusetts
Occupation: student (I go to school in Chicago)/I work in a bookstore here on my school breaks
How long have you been reading CNC? About 6 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? Not sure. Probably somehow via food blog Eat Live Run or Kath Eats or Self’s Eat Like Me (probably mentioned in a comment on one of those)
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
I like your post-writing “voice” and you have one of the most admirable approaches to healthy eating/fun eating of all the food blogs I’ve read–it seems like you eat “like a real person” without any emotion/conflict/compulsivity about food whatsoever and a really balanced approach. I especially like reading your accounts of Boston restaurants! I also like reading about your job at Harvard (my dad teaches there). You seem like a really fun person & I enjoy the blog because of that!
Carrie H — March 23, 2009 @ 11:29 am
I’m 24, female and I live in Laramie, Wyoming. I’m a reporter and I think I’ve been reading since you started! I found you through Kath, who I found through EatLikeMe forever ago.
I guess maybe I’m a “lurker” since I’ve been reading so long and don’t have my own blog, but I love all the food blogs for each’s uniqueness, exercise tips, recipe ideas and healhty-living ideas. Thanks!
Liz — March 23, 2009 @ 11:31 am
Age:
22
Gender:
F
Location (City, State):
Williamsburg, VA
Occupation:
Law Student
How long have you been reading CNC?
Approximately 6-7 months
How did you “discover” CNC?
I can’t remember—either a suggestion in my google reader or googling “health blog”
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
Seeing that you eat real food and can still look as amazing as you do.
Natalie — March 23, 2009 @ 11:32 am
Age: 22
Gender: F
Location (City, State): St. Louis, MO
Occupation: Business Analyst/Finance
How long have you been reading CNC? Since June I think?
How did you “discover” CNC? Honestly, I don’t even remember :-\
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? You are REAL…yes you maintain a healthy lifestyle with diet and exercise, but you don’t deprive yourself of foods you love, don’t get down on yourself for the occasional night of overeating/drinking, and don’t stress if you choose sleep over a workout. You are honestly one of my favorite food bloggers and I appreciate each and every one of your posts!
Kailey (SnackFace) — March 23, 2009 @ 11:32 am
I’m 21, female, reside in two different cities in Ohio and am a student. I found CNC about a year ago through KERF and love yours because I love the balance you have in your life as well as your eating!
Maria — March 23, 2009 @ 11:33 am
Maria, 23
I live near Albany, NY, but im from MA and moving to Boston in a few months!
Occupation: Secretary, but I’m going to Boston College for a Master’s in Higher Edu Admin soon
How long have you been reading CNC? ON and off for over a year, but quite regularly in the last 4 months
How did you “discover” CNC? THrough iateapie.net
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like your upbeat attitude and your dedication to balance in life. Also, I loveeeee that you live and work in the Boston area, because i recognize the places you go – I even went and scoped out Houstons in faneuil hall last week when i was in town!
Alex — March 23, 2009 @ 11:34 am
Gender: F
Location (City, State): NYC
Occupation: Sports Marketing
How long have you been reading CNC? about a year
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Kath’s blog roll
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your creative meal ideas- and great recipes!
Frannie — March 23, 2009 @ 11:36 am
Age: 24
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Ames, IA
Occupation: Biochemistry Ph.D. student.
How long have you been reading CNC? Probably about a year. Maybe more.
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Katheats!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like that you eat candy and everything that you want to eat. You are a good model for ‘everything in moderation’
Andrea of Care to Eat — March 23, 2009 @ 11:38 am
Andrea, 29
Portland, Oregon
Real Estate Agent
I’ve been reading CNC since June (?) of last year
Erin told me about CNC!
Honestly, I love that you drink regularly and eat fried foods. You’re a girl after my own heart
Maggie N. — March 23, 2009 @ 11:39 am
Age: 24
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Washington, DC
Occupation: Health Communications
How long have you been reading CNC? Since beginning of last summer.
How did you “discover” CNC? I look at a lot of health blogs for work. You had “celebrated” National Women’s Health Week (NWHW) on your blog last May, and NWHW is one of our primary initiatives here at work. So, thanks!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I keep coming back to your blog because you prove that being healthy doesn’t have to take a ton of time, and doesn’t require hours in the kitchen. CNC is always a fun read, and it helps keep me motivated!
Jacqueline — March 23, 2009 @ 11:43 am
Age: 28
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Fresno, CA
Occupation: Housewife
How long have you been reading CNC? I’ve been a lurker…maybe 3 weeks..ish?
How did you “discover” CNC? The comments section at Cristins eatlikeme blog.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? 31 days of Yoga and I really like the timley updated!
KT — March 23, 2009 @ 11:44 am
Age: 26
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Corvallis, OR
Occupation: Graduate Research Assistant
How long have you been reading CNC? hmm, about 6 months or so, I think
How did you “discover” CNC? I started reading food/fitness blogs for motivation and I think I clicked on your site from someone else’s blogroll.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? You remind me that balance is possible. It’s OK to go out for beer or have that slice of pizza as long as you move right back to your healthy habits. Reading CNC helps me stay motivated and gives me new ideas for recipes and workouts. Love it!
Sarah (lovINmytummy) — March 23, 2009 @ 11:45 am
Age:30
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Oregon
Occupation: SAHM
How long have you been reading CNC? 6 months or so
How did you “discover” CNC? Linked from someone else’s blog roll?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The nice blend of photos, product reviews, recipes and workouts! Plus the occasional dog photo
Mara @ What's For Dinner? — March 23, 2009 @ 11:47 am
Age: 28
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Hoffman Estates, IL (near Chicago)
Occupation: Spanish Teacher
How long have you been reading CNC?: Since October
How did you “discover” CNC?: I think you commented on my blog, and I clicked on your name. I’ve been hooked ever since!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?: I love that you’re such a “normal” person. While sure, you eat healthfully and exercise, but you still drink wine, eat out, etc… You rock!
Audrey — March 23, 2009 @ 11:52 am
Age: 24
Gender: F
Location: Boston, MA
Occupation: Search Marketing Specialist
How long have you been reading CNC? Since early October I think
How did you “discover’ CNC? I believe from Kath’s blog..
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The frequent posting and also that your eating patterns are similar to mine so I feel I can relate more..(not vegetartian/vegan, enjoys a good beer haha)
bobbi — March 23, 2009 @ 11:53 am
Age: 26
Gender:Female
Location (City, State): Yucaipa CA
Occupation: Teacher/AKB Instructor
How long have you been reading CNC? 6 months or so
How did you “discover” CNC? Through other blogs I am sure:)
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your resteraunt REVIEWS!
Danielle — March 23, 2009 @ 11:55 am
Age: 24
Gender:F
Location (City, State): Atlantic Highlands NJ
Occupation: Engineering Documentation Coordinator
How long have you been reading CNC? a little less then a year
How did you “discover” CNC? clicking through links on other blogs.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like your eating philosophy
gabi — March 23, 2009 @ 11:56 am
Age: 21
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Brazil!
Occupation: student
How long have you been reading CNC? probably about 4 months
How did you “discover” CNC? through kath’s blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? everything! the pictures, and like previously stated the ‘everything in moderation’ attitude.
Julie — March 23, 2009 @ 12:00 pm
Age: 26 (27 in 2 months
)
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Braintree, MA
Occupation: Adminstrator for Norfolk County DA’s office
How long have you been reading CNC? Since September I think.
How did you “discover” CNC? Kath eats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Seeing local places that I like! (hello, Fuji and the four’s!)
Jesse — March 23, 2009 @ 12:01 pm
Name: Jesse
Age: 22
Location (not really a city, state): Columbia Falls, MT
Occupation: Substitute teacher
How long have you been reading CNC: A couple months
How did you “discover” CNC? Either Kath’s blogroll or Operation: Pink Bikini’s blogroll
Favorite aspect?: Great great great food/exercise ideas, keeps me inspired to maintain my newfangled fitness/body/healthy&positive weight loss
Eliza — March 23, 2009 @ 12:06 pm
Age: 18
Gender:Female
Location (City, State): Andover, MA
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? About 4 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Probably through another blog, though i’m not sure whose…
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love your treadmill workouts. I get so tired and sweaty after doing them!
AshinMT — March 23, 2009 @ 12:12 pm
Ashley
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Location: Montana
Occupation: Case Worker and Student
How long reading: Probably about 6 months?
How discovered?: Through other blogs related.. Kath eats, Eat Live Run etc…
Favorite aspect: I like the eating out portions, and how you dont limit yourself to ONLY healthy eating at home etc or indulge when going out but still go about with a healthy perspective. Plus i love pugs too. (Check out the “Pug Life” t at Delia’s in the clearence section online!
Wendy — March 23, 2009 @ 12:13 pm
Age: 28
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Vancouver, BC
Occupation: stay at home Mom
How long have you been reading CNC? close to the beginning
How did you “discover” CNC? facebook invitation
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I don’t think I could name one favorite thing. I love the ideas the website gives me, and how it keeps me motivated to live a healthier lifestyle. Most of all I love hearing about how you are doing!
AshinMT — March 23, 2009 @ 12:14 pm
Ps- Jesse in Columbia Falls, i was way suprised to see another Montana lady! Rock on!
Elizabeth — March 23, 2009 @ 12:15 pm
Age: 21
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Clemson, SC currently
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? 8 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Google
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Seeing the meals each day
Jade — March 23, 2009 @ 12:15 pm
Age: 26
Gender: F
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Occupation: Business Training Planner
Readership Length: 4 months
Discovery: Link from another blog’s reading list
Favourite aspect of CNC: The wholistic nature of the posts- they combine essentials for healthy living, including nutrition, fitness and wellness activities.
sfgirl — March 23, 2009 @ 12:19 pm
Age: 31
Gender: F
Location: San Francisco
Occupation: Software Engineer
How long have you been reading CNC? 8 months
How did you discover CNC? I think I started reading Eat Like Me, from there from Kath Eats, and from there found Carrots ‘n’ Cake.
Just wanted to add, I don’t think I’ve ever commented on your blog but I read it every day. Thought the demographics would be interesting to include us lurkers too!
Suzie — March 23, 2009 @ 12:20 pm
Age: 34
Gender: F
Location: Long Beach, CA
Occupation: Kinesiologist (emphasis in clinical exercise science) and work as a wellness instructor at a local medical center.
How long have you been reading CNC? Only a few weeks, but now I’m hooked!
How did I “discover” CNC? I was looking at another blogger’s blog roll and found a link for your blog.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like everything about your blog, especially your workouts and food choices (and photos), which help to motivate and inspire me.
Lori — March 23, 2009 @ 12:23 pm
Age: 40
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Austin, TX
Occupation: Mom
How long have you been reading CNC? 6 months or so
How did you “discover” CNC? I was searching for a recipe for a healthy carrot cake.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Love your recipes, positive attitude and your approach to health and fitness. We seem to think a lot alike.
Anonymous — March 23, 2009 @ 12:26 pm
Age: 29
Gender: Female
Location: Northern Ireland
Occupation: Postdoctoral Researcher
How long have you been reading CNC? 7 months
How did you ‘discover’ CNC? Through ‘Eat, Live, Run’
Favourite aspect of CNC? I’ve used many of your recipes, and, as you have a full-time job, many of your suggestions and tips are helpful for people with busy schedules.
Michelle — March 23, 2009 @ 12:27 pm
Hey Tina, great idea for this post! It also helps other bloggers find new blogs to read!
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): (sorry privacy!), New York
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC?: For over a year!
How did you “discover” CNC?: Kath’s blog, which I found through Cristin’s Eat Like Me blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?: I just love how open you are with all of us…recipes, workouts, daily life…it’s awesome!
Thanks Tina!
Erin — March 23, 2009 @ 12:32 pm
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Austin, Texas
Occupation: Recruiter
How long have you been reading CNC? About 2 weeks
How did you “discover” CNC? A link from another blog, can not remember which one?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Meal ideas, exercise ideas, I’m new to working out and eating completely healthy. Moving to Austin I have become more health conscious and was searching for other bloggers who love health & fitness!
ratzx31 — March 23, 2009 @ 12:37 pm
Hi Tina, thanks for having this great blog!
Age: 36
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Singapore
Occupation: Music educator
How long have you been reading CNC?: For a few weeks! (newbie but loving it)
How did you “discover” CNC?: Kath’s blog,
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?: Love your writing style, knowing great recipe, getting ideas on food and eating wholesomely, plus living life to the fullest!!
VCK — March 23, 2009 @ 12:43 pm
27 (ok, I just forgot how old I was! Does that happen to anyone else?)
F
Associate editor for a custom publishing company
Portland, OR
Hmm, not sure… about 6 months?
No idea… someone’s blogroll. I read a bunch of health blogs every day, and yours is up first!
I like that nothing is off-limits or even labeled as “bad.” That drives me nuts about other health blogs–someone eats a cookie and she was naughty. Like eating a frickin’ cookie should be shameful or something. Anyhoo, I have a food blog myself but am pretty lazy about updating it, and reading others gives me ideas about what to do on my own. Also, I like to see what other healthy people eat on a daily basis and get ideas to incorporate into my own diet.
Rachel — March 23, 2009 @ 12:50 pm
Age: 24
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Spokane, WA
Occupation: Software Analyst, wannabe writer
How long have you been reading CNC? A few months – I think since last October maybe?
How did you “discover” CNC? Either a link or one of your comments on another blog, or possibly a Google reader suggestion
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The combination of healthy eating and exercise – lots of blogs are just one or the other and I like that you incorporate both!
Lauren — March 23, 2009 @ 12:53 pm
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Panama City, FL
Occupation: 2nd year Grad Student
How long have you been reading CNC? About a month
How did you “discover” CNC? Searching online for health blogs
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love reading about your meals and recipes!
Michelle Hisae — March 23, 2009 @ 12:55 pm
Age: 20
Gender: F
Location (City, State): BOSTON, MA
Occupation: Student/CO-OP (Intern)
How long have you been reading CNC? A little over a year.
How did you “discover” CNC? Kath Eats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Being in the same city is fun – I get to see/recognize the places you visit.
Christy — March 23, 2009 @ 12:57 pm
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Dallas, Texas
Occupation: Accountant/consultant
How long have you been reading CNC? About a year
How did you “discover” CNC? Initally started reading Eat like me..then Kath…then the many others Im hooked on now..including yours!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
I love that you are real! I think I identify you with you alot because all though you maintain balance food wise, you still have a few beers with the hubby and sometimes give in to the Kettle chips! For a while I saw those as failures in my own diet but then after reading your blog (and many others..) I see it as just a healthy balance! Life is about more than food! Thanks for the inspiration and dedication to the blog!
Kelly W. — March 23, 2009 @ 1:00 pm
Age: 32
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Traverse City, MI
Occupation: Insurance
How long have you been reading CNC? a year maybe, i’m not sure.
How did you “discover” CNC? I believe through a blog roll somewhere, could have been Kath.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Exercise tips, food ideas, inspiration to keep going
Kristy — March 23, 2009 @ 1:06 pm
Age: 21
Thank you!
Gender: F
Location: Montreal, Quebec
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? ~8 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Another food blog… katheats maybe?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Love the tips and article links. As well, Tina you have such an upbeat personality and healthy approach to food and living – it keeps me motivated in my own journey!
Amie — March 23, 2009 @ 1:06 pm
Age: 22
Gender: female
Location (City, State): Berkeley, CA
Occupation: Student – graduating from undergrad in May, then starting graduate school right after
How long have you been reading CNC? 8 months I think
How did you “discover” CNC? Through the links on http://www.iateapie.net
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? It opened me up to the whole world of healthy food blogs! I started out just reading CNC and loved it, then I just kept clicking on links and finding more and more blogs that I like. It also inspired me to create my own food blog with my boyfriend. I love how you include food, workouts, and someof your personal life in every post.
Steph — March 23, 2009 @ 1:07 pm
Age: 26
Gender: F
Location: Hayward, CA
Occupation: Financial Analyst
Readin CNC: Maybe 9 months?
Discovered CNC: Kath!
Favorite Aspect: The fact that you’re real!
Maddy — March 23, 2009 @ 1:12 pm
Age: 19
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Tampa, FL
Occupation: student
How long have you been reading CNC? 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? blogrolls
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? How you include aspects of your life into everything and aren’t ever worried about splurging to enjoy the things you love.
Liz — March 23, 2009 @ 1:17 pm
Age: 29
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Kurtistown, HI
Occupation: Special Ed Teacher
How long have you been reading CNC? I’ve been reading about 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? I disovered it through another blog (can’t remember whose!)
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like hearing about your life and how you balance everything including eating healthy and working out….I’m hoping that you will get a pug soon!!!
Ann — March 23, 2009 @ 1:18 pm
Age: 28
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Boston, MA
Occupation: Client Relationship Manager in Financial Services
How long have you been reading CNC? Since last summer.
How did you “discover” CNC? I think I found you through KERF, and was excited to see that you live in Boston, too!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I always like to see the pictures and hear about places I go, too. Also, it was great when you worked at Healthworks and I was able to meet you – it was like a celebrity siting! Haha. Anyway, you have a really great balance of food in your life, and I’ve used more than one of your treadmill workouts to stay motivated!
Sarah — March 23, 2009 @ 1:27 pm
Age: 27
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Waco, TX
Occupation: Event planner
How long have you been reading CNC? Maybe since the beginning of the year?
How did you “discover” CNC? Through another blog… but I don’t remember which one!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love hearing about different things that you do in Boston! And that you eat healthy, but normal.
Lori — March 23, 2009 @ 1:28 pm
Age: 40
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Upstate NY
Occupation: Medical Transcriptionist
How long have you been reading CNC? 4 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Through another food blog, can’t remember
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The layout and frequency of posts
Susan — March 23, 2009 @ 1:29 pm
Age: 45
Gender: Female
Location: Sacramento, CA
Occupation: Administrative
How long reading: 2 months
How discoverd CNC: from another blog, can’t remember which one!
Favorite Aspect: BALANCE!! I love that approach to eating, exercing and living in general!!!
Mariposa — March 23, 2009 @ 1:29 pm
Age: 26
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Pawtucket, RI/ Boston, MA
Occupation: tech support
How long have you been reading CNC? about a month
How did you “discover” CNC? from Rhodey Girl’s site
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? that you are in my neck of the woods- i LOVE Boston!
Lisa — March 23, 2009 @ 1:31 pm
Age: 29
Gender: F
Location: Atlanta, GA
Occupation: Risk Anaylst at a bank
How long have you been reading CNC? 3 months
How did you “discover” CNC? link from another blog to the treadmill workout
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? your positive attitude and sense of humor. You keep me motivated too!
Missy (Missy Maintains) — March 23, 2009 @ 1:33 pm
Age: 23
Gender: Missy
Location (City, State): Forest Hills, NY
Occupation: Receptionist
How long have you been reading CNC? About 6-8 months
How did you “discover” CNC? I think I saw you commenting on Kaths blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love seeing all your healthy foods and cute places to eat in Boston! Love the workouts too!
Val — March 23, 2009 @ 1:33 pm
Age: 26
Gender: F
Location: Brighton, MA
Occupation: Researcher
How long have you been reading CNC? about 2 months
How did you “discover” CNC? from Healthwork’s blog
What’s your favorite aspect of CNC? Your upbeat attitude towards a healthy balance and that you’re in Boston!!
alli — March 23, 2009 @ 1:35 pm
Age: 23
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Exton, PA
Occupation: Nutritionist/ Wellness Manager for elementary school district
How long have you been reading CNC? over a year
How did you “discover” CNC? it popped up when i was searching something on google… first food blog i ever read and i was hooked!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? the way food and health is a “part of your life” and not “your life.” you have fun and are able to enjoy food through balance and healthy choices… great style of writing and fun to read!
Mel — March 23, 2009 @ 1:38 pm
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Occupation: Graduate Student
How long have you been reading CNC? About 4 months
How did you “discover” CNC? I probably clicked on your blog through someone else’s blogroll, but I don’t remember who’s blog.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I get so inspired by your workout routines and you have introduced me to so many great new foods like Barney Butter!
Runningwithin — March 23, 2009 @ 1:39 pm
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): San Diego, CA
Occupation: Student, Legal Assistant
How long have you been reading CNC? 1 year
How did you “discover” CNC? It popped up on google and I loved your blog!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love your attitude towards healthy eating and you have very fun posts. Also your pictures are fabulous!
Kaitlin — March 23, 2009 @ 1:39 pm
age: 20
gender: F
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Occupation: Student
Reading for almost a year..but never commented until now!
Discovered: Someone’s blogroll, i think Katheats
Favorite part: your great attitude, and fun meal ideas
Jess — March 23, 2009 @ 1:41 pm
Age: 27
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Currently Dallas, TX but I’m originally from Upstate NY
Occupation: IT Consultant
How long have you been reading CNC? Probably a little less than a year.
How did you “discover” CNC? I think I stumbled across the site while searching for new healthy recipes to try. Prior to discovering CNC, I had no idea blogs like this even existed!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love the new recipes that you try (and share with us) and seeing the different foods that you eat – it often is a source of inspiration for me when I’m looking for meal ideas! I also enjoy the treadmill workouts that you post.
Paige — March 23, 2009 @ 1:51 pm
Age: 22
Gender: F
Location: Washington, DC
Occupation: assistant at an art museum
How long have you been reading: about 3 months
How did you “discover” CNC: I think through someone else’s blog…sorry I forgot which one!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC: I like to get menu/food ideas from what you eat!
Patty M. — March 23, 2009 @ 1:55 pm
Age: 28
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Atlanta, GA
Occupation: Attorney
How long have you been reading CNC? Pretty much since the beginning
How did you “discover” CNC? KERF
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The blog is friendly, upbeat and enjoyable to read – I like how you mix in posts that focus on different aspects of your life, such as exercise, social gatherings, travel, etc.
Ashley — March 23, 2009 @ 1:58 pm
Age: 23
Gender: Femail
Location (City, State): Brighton, MA
Occupation: RN
How long have you been reading CNC? A couple months
How did you “discover” CNC? From a survey from my gym, Healthworks
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? You are very talented in all aspects of bringing balance to your life. I strive to have your discipline and reading your blog helps me maintain an even healthier lifestyle. Also, thanks to your treadmill workouts my boredom has ceased!
jenna — March 23, 2009 @ 1:58 pm
Age: 24.5
Gender:F
Location (City, State):
Occupation: accounting
How long have you been reading CNC? one year
How did you “discover” CNC? katheats.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? restaurant reviews. Your so positive!!
Anneliese — March 23, 2009 @ 2:00 pm
Age: 21
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Near Sacramento, CA
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? 2 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Kath’s blog (katheats.com)
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Recipe ideas!!
Renee — March 23, 2009 @ 2:01 pm
Age: 27
Gender: female
Location: Chicago, IL
Occupation: Family Law Attorney
How long have you been reading CNC? About 9 months
How did you discover CNC? I think Tina commented on self.com/blogs/eatlikeme and posted her blog link so I clicked on it!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The yummy recipes- I love all the fun, new ideas to try for dinner
Kelly — March 23, 2009 @ 2:04 pm
I lvoe that you are doing a survey.
If you ever decide to do something more formal you should consider using survey monkey or zoomerang. They make it very easy to tabulate your responses and are free.
Maureen — March 23, 2009 @ 2:05 pm
I copied you and did a home strength workout this morning with my bosu as well.
Age-35
Location-Scottsdale, AZ
Occupation-Pharmaceutical Sales
Reading CNC – almost a year – (when you were just about to get married.)
Favorite aspect-your healthy attitude towards food and exercise. You aren’t overly strict like a lot of the daily eats bloggers. You are an inspiration for all women!
Sarah Fowler — March 23, 2009 @ 2:10 pm
Age: 22
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Orlando, FL
Occupation: President of a marketing consulting company
How long have you been reading CNC? About a year
How did you “discover” CNC? I think through ElasticWaist
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? It’s a good reminder for me that it doesn’t take that much more effort to eat healthy!
Susan — March 23, 2009 @ 2:14 pm
Age: 20
Gender: F
Location: Erie, PA during the school year, Pittsburgh, PA during the summer
Occupation: Student/waitress
How long have you been reading CNC? About 2 months
How did you discover CNC? I think through I Ate A Pie
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? It’s an excellent of how you can eat healthy and still factor in those crave-worthy items!
Sarah — March 23, 2009 @ 2:24 pm
Age: 24
Gender: F
Location: Northwest Missouri
Occupation: student
How long have you been reading CNC? Probably about 9 months
How did you discover CNC? Through KathEats I believe
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? How truthful you are about what you eat and drink!
Erin W. — March 23, 2009 @ 2:30 pm
Age: 35
Gender: F
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Occupation: Account Executive for a design agency
How long have you been reading CNC: since around July 2008
How did you discover CNC: I subscribe to Self mag, and started reading ‘Eat Like Me’. One day I saw a comment you left Cristin, and decided to check out your blog. I didn’t even know there was a whole world of food bloggers out there. I was hooked on yours from the first time I read it. I have looked a numerous other sites (from your blog roll) – but haven’t found a single one that interests me as much as yours does!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC: I love everything about your blog. Like I mentioned above, I have looked at tons of different blogs, but only yours keeps me coming back on a daily basis. You are so inspiring. Reading your blog keeps me motivated with my workouts and trying to strive for healthy eating. I also love how ‘real’ you are! And Mal reminds me of my husband – with all his cute goofiness. Oh yeah, and your blog has introduced me to great new foods (medjool dates, barney butter, adding canned pumpkin to oats, etc.). I love your blog…!!!
kristen — March 23, 2009 @ 2:34 pm
age: 22
gender: female
location: Iowa City, IA
occupation: student
how long have u been reading? 1 and 1/2 years I think
how did you discover? Katheats
what is your favorite aspect? you don’t try to be perfect and you can tell you have a healthy relationship with food!
Rita — March 23, 2009 @ 2:40 pm
Age: 35
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Philadelphia, PA
Occupation: Marketing
How long have you been reading CNC? Roughly 9 months
How did you “discover” CNC? In the Metro paper there was a small feature about your blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
Getting ideas for healthy eating/getting creative with what is currently in my kitchen, and exercise ideas
Michelle in Alaska — March 23, 2009 @ 2:43 pm
Age: 30
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Nome, Alaska!!! brrr it’s cold outside!
Occupation: Work for the State of Alaska
How long have you been reading CNC? 1.5 + years
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Kath Eats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? That you eat EVERYTHING in moderation! I love that you eat healthy most of the time, but that you eat everyday foods like fries, and candies and still manage to stay healthy! YOU ARE REAL!!!
Mel — March 23, 2009 @ 2:45 pm
Age: 25
Gender: F
Location (City, State): New York, NY
Occupation: Attorney
How long have you been reading CNC? 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Dori’s Shiny Blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Recipes and exercise tips!
Karen — March 23, 2009 @ 2:46 pm
Age: 29
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Brookline, MA
Occupation: MBA student
How long have you been reading CNC? About a year, since the summer of 2008.
How did you “discover” CNC? Through a link on katheats.com.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The Boston-area restaurant reviews and seeing how you manage to balance healthy eating with splurges.
Maria — March 23, 2009 @ 2:47 pm
Age: 27
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Salt Lake City, UT
Occupation: Health Educator for a worksite wellness program
How long have you been reading CNC? I am new!
How did you “discover” CNC? Twitter
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Health tips, healthy recipes, etc.
Petra B — March 23, 2009 @ 2:48 pm
Goodmorning, Tina! Major lurker here…
Age: 19
Genfer: F
Occupation: University student (and blogger)
How long have you been reading CNC: Around about 7months
How did you “discover” CNC: Through Kath Eats
What is your favourite aspect of CNC? Recipies, and how you come across as such a wonderful, balanced person. You are healthy, but eat everything in moderation. Yay for CNC!
Lauren — March 23, 2009 @ 2:48 pm
Age: 31
Gender: F
Location: Bedford, MA (work) and Wilmington, MA (home)
(I was going to just say “Boston” but figured you wanted more specific info)
Occupation: Employee Communications
How long have you been reading CNC? Hmmm…I think since March/April 2008?
How did you “discover” CNC? Through a link from KathEats.com.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The honest answer is that I enjoy reading about how others balance healthy living while working full-time. While I like KathEats and EatLiveRun (and similar sites) because they are also entertaining, inspiring and well-written (like your site), it is often difficult for me to relate to them because I work out of an office and (like you) am trying to balance that with exercise, eating well, and an active social life (I am also married without children, yet!) Also being from the Boston area, I like that I can relate to the places and restaurants you visit. So I read your site because I can relate to your lifestyle and because sometimes it is nice to know there are others out there in a similar situation. I also enjoy your site’s layout, your recipes, and your exercise info, but being able to relate to you is what REALLY keeps me reading. (end of ramble)
Erin — March 23, 2009 @ 2:50 pm
Age: 30
Gender: F
Occupation: ecologist
How long have you been reading CNC? ~ 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Either from Kath or from Lauren at atlEAT
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your honesty!
Ashley C. — March 23, 2009 @ 2:54 pm
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Temecula, CA
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? Hmm I think between 6months and a year
How did you “discover” CNC? I think through Kath Eats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like the healthy recipes and hearing about your life, job, & mal
You have a lot of good ideas too
Weightconscious — March 23, 2009 @ 3:06 pm
Age: 29
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Shawnee, KS (Kansas City Metro area)
Occupation: Engineer
How long have you been reading CNC? since around the beginning of 2009
How did you “discover” CNC? I have read the “Eat Like Me” blow on self.com for quite a while – a year? and stumbled upon Kath Eats from there and now I read several blogs!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? That you are continually challenging yourself in your workout routine so you don’t get bored.
Katherine — March 23, 2009 @ 3:08 pm
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location: New York City
Occupation: Assistant, Film Studio
How long have you been reading CNC? About 3 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Through a friend and fellow blogger.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The general commitment you demonstrate to a healthy lifestyle, and the recipes.
Anne — March 23, 2009 @ 3:08 pm
Age: 27
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Indianapolis, IN
Occupation: Mechanical Engineer
How long have you been reading CNC? ~5 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? long chain! I started reading the eatlikeme on the self website, then saw mention of Kath’s blog and then saw this one and liked it so I read at lunch when I am eating healthy (or trying to)
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Most blogs about healthy eating feature stay at home women or those who are in school. I am an 8-5 worker and like to see your balance (making breakfast from dinner leftovers, setting out AM workout clothes, etc). It is nice to see how it works for someone in a similar work life. Thanks for sharing!
Erin — March 23, 2009 @ 3:18 pm
Age: 21
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Shepherdstown, WV
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? about a month
How did you “discover” CNC? I think through Meghann’s blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love everything! The stories, the oats, the workouts, and the article links! And the yoga challenge!
Holly — March 23, 2009 @ 3:20 pm
I love fun surveys.
Age: 28
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Indianapolis, Indiana
Occupation: Paralegal
How long have you been reading CNC? Hmm….6 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? I think through Kath eats?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love how you eat “real” food. You don’t have to eat just greens all day long, and you have such a healthy attitude towards food.
lindsay — March 23, 2009 @ 3:23 pm
Age: 21
Occupation: college student
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
I have been reading CNC for about a year now
Discovered your blog after stumbling upon Eat Like Me and Kath Eats
My favorite aspect of your blog is that you are one of the food bloggers out there who I can actually relate to! Like others have said, you enjoy a good hot dog and a few beers every once in awhile, but then it’s back to oats and wheatberries! Thanks so much for all of the effort you put into the blog!
Rebecca — March 23, 2009 @ 3:25 pm
Age: 24 (turning 25 in two weeks!!!)
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Brooklyn, NY
Occupation: Grad student for library and information science!
How long have you been reading CNC? hmmm maybe 6 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? I don’t really remember, probably searching around the food/ blog land
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love your recipes and just seeing what you eat and your work out schedule! It”s great to get healthy meal ideas and to motivate myself to keep up with the exercising! Thanks for sharing so much with!
ari — March 23, 2009 @ 3:25 pm
Age: 18
Gender: female
Location (City, State): fort lauderdale, florida<3 (soon to be tallahassee, fl)
Occupation: student
How long have you been reading CNC? probably like 2 months
How did you “discover” CNC? through ohsheglows’s blogroll
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? the food of course! hahaha jkkk. i’m very black and white so it’s hard for me to balance health and fun. i never used to allow myself any indulgences and would feel terrible guilt if i skipped a workout. but discovering yours and others’ blogs and seeing that it’s really okay if you “slip up” and that you need to enjoy the foods you love in moderation has really helped me try to balance my life. so thanks!:)
Liz — March 23, 2009 @ 3:30 pm
Age: 27
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Albany, NY
Occupation: Nursing Student
How long have you been reading CNC? 5 to 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? either thru eat like me or Kath eats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
I like how you eat more normal foods and have a normal lifestyle and can still maintain your healthy balance!
Nicole (Sweetie Pie) — March 23, 2009 @ 3:31 pm
Age: 35
Gender:F
Location (City, State): Arlington, Virginia
Occupation: Attorney
How long have you been reading CNC? I think I’ve been reading for about 3 years, although, I’m not certain.
How did you “discover” CNC? It has been so long that I don’t even remember now. I suspect you were on a blog roll of one of the weight loss blogs I was reading.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I’m trying to develop a healthy attitude toward food that allows me to avoid gaining back the 180 pounds I’ve lost while still having fun and enjoying food. Food is good!! I love reading blogs like yours because I think it provides me with a good example of a balanced approach.
KZ — March 23, 2009 @ 3:33 pm
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Solomons MD
Occupation: Grad student in environmental ecology
How long have you been reading CNC? almost its entire existence!
How did you “discover” CNC? other food/daily blogs
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love your recipes! and learning more about Boston; my husband and I might move there someday
Thanks !
Erin D. — March 23, 2009 @ 3:35 pm
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Absecon, NJ
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? About a year I think!
How did you “discover” CNC? Through another blog – probably Kath’s
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Since I just got accepted to grad school at Emerson, I like hearing about different events/places in Boston. I’ve only been there a few times, and I’m SO excited to move there this summer!
Ffion — March 23, 2009 @ 3:39 pm
Age: 21
Gender: F
Location (City, State): currently studying in Leeds, England, but from Anglesey, Wales.
Occupation: studnet
How long have you been reading CNC? a couple of weeks now.
How did you “discover” CNC? is it wrong that I can’t remember? either through related blogs or someone on livejournal might of recommended it.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The way you show how keeping the balance right is completely possible!
T — March 23, 2009 @ 3:46 pm
Age: 28
Gender: F
Location: Berkeley, CA
Occupation: Environmental Planner/Consultant
How long have you been reading CNC? 6-8 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? through eatlikeme I think
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Cooking and exercise ideas. Product reviews.
Elina (Healthy and Sane) — March 23, 2009 @ 3:50 pm
Age: 26; female, Boston, financial analyst, I’ve been reading CNC for about 9 months, discovered it through Kath’s blogroll. I love your super healthy attitude towards treats. I know you’re all about balancing the good and the bad and it seems like you don’t deprive yourself. And I love that you live in Boston so I get restaurant ideas
Melanie — March 23, 2009 @ 3:52 pm
Age: 37
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Washington, DC
Occupation: Project Mgt Consultant
How long have you been reading CNC? about 7 months
How did you “discover” CNC? from Katheats!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? your workouts since I am trying to keep mine interesting!
I also used to live in Boston (Charlestown) and I worked at State Street Bank in Quincy!
have a great day!
Libby — March 23, 2009 @ 3:54 pm
Age: 37(lol – had to ask dh if I was 38 or 39? He said 37)
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): NSW, Australia
Occupation: SAHM
How long have you been reading CNC? About 2 months
How did you “discover” CNC? I think through Kath Eats or a blog she reads
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The great meals you eats. It inspires me.
Julia — March 23, 2009 @ 3:54 pm
Age: 18
Gender: Female
Location: Boston, MA
Occupation: Student (undergrad majoring in dietetics)
How long have you been reading CNC? Since the fall, so like 6 months.
How did you “discover” CNC? through a comment on eatlikeme about other food blogs
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? You give both great exercise tips and motivation. I especially love the suggested treadmill workouts. I also like hearing about good restaurants around the Boston area since that is where I grew up and now attend university.
katie s — March 23, 2009 @ 3:59 pm
I saw this this morning and totally forgot to post!!
Age: 24
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): New York, NY
Occupation: student/teacher
How long have you been reading CNC? since the beginning!
How did you “discover” CNC? It’s been so long, I can’t remember!! I think from Kath?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I think your exercise tips… and your honesty! I love how you can relax and have fun but also maintain a healthy balance of food/exercise/play! You seem to approach life with a positive outlook and I find this so inspiring! But I love your exercise tips!! I can tell you’re very passionate about this! Plus I’m a fellow Dunkin’ Donuts lover
Marie — March 23, 2009 @ 4:22 pm
Age: 34
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Los Angeles, CA
Occupation: Dietitian in private practice, manager of clinical research dept, certified diabtetes educator
How long have you been reading CNC? Since Jan 09
How did you “discover” CNC? Doing a recipe search
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Pictures, daily stories, fun to read
Andrea — March 23, 2009 @ 4:27 pm
Age:32
Gender:F
Location (City, State):Lake Orion,MI
Occupation:Children’s Librarian
How long have you been reading CNC? 5 months
How did you “discover” CNC? off a blog roll
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? variety of the posts
Carla — March 23, 2009 @ 4:37 pm
Age: 44
Gender: F
Location: Dallas, PA
Occupation: Restaurant Owner
How long have you been reading CNC? Since Jan 09
How did you “discover” CNC? Kerf’s blogroll
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Continued enthusiasm, workout routines, and healthy food choices.
Kelli — March 23, 2009 @ 4:39 pm
Age: 27 (on sunday)
Gender: F
Location (City, State): chicago, IL
Occupation: Software Quality Assurance
How long have you been reading CNC? 1 month
How did you “discover” CNC? from another blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? All the good eats. I am always looking for new food ideas!
Lizzy — March 23, 2009 @ 4:44 pm
Age: 21
Gender:F
Location (City, State): Scottsdale, AZ
Occupation: Full time student and Project Manager/Commercial Real Estate
How long have you been reading CNC? a few weeks!
How did you “discover” CNC? through somebody’s blogroll
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like that you mix both healthy eating AND fitness together!
Denise — March 23, 2009 @ 4:45 pm
Age: 35
Gender: F
Location: Seattle, WA
Occupation: Attorney
How long have you been reading CNC? About 6 months.
How did you discover CNC? From another blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The food and the work out ideas.
Maddy — March 23, 2009 @ 4:47 pm
Age: 19
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Hanson, MA
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? Since early this past summer..?
How did you “discover” CNC? Probably from another blog. And most likely Kath’s. She was my first
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love all your glorious food/meal ideas and it’s fun to read them from someone who seems so laid back and comfortable with everything life throws at them. Thanks for the inspiration!!
Cathy — March 23, 2009 @ 4:48 pm
I am totally late in posting this so I hope you get it, but I try to stay away from the computer on the weekends except for school work since I am on one all day every day during the week!
Age: 30
Gender:F
Location (City, State): northern NJ (right outside NYC)
Occupation: grad student for nutrition and becoming an RD and full time Senior Marketing Manager
How long have you been reading CNC? Since you started!
How did you “discover” CNC? from Katheats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love how real it is and you seem so genuine and are very creative-this is by far my fave blog!
Thanks for sharing your life with us!
Elsa — March 23, 2009 @ 4:50 pm
Age: 29
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Brooklyn, NY
Occupation: AA for Hedge Fund
How long have you been reading CNC? Since September
How did you “discover” CNC? From someone else’s blogroll
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love the fitness aspect; I get great tips and ideas from your posts.
JR — March 23, 2009 @ 4:51 pm
Age: 27
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Boston, MA
Occupation: Guidance Counselor
How long have you been reading CNC? isnce about June of 2008
How did you “discover” CNC? from reading about in the METRO here in Boston
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love your balance of healthy food, exercise, treats, and fun! I also like getting new ideas about places in the Boston area and new ideas for exercise.
You are the only blog I read daily-keep up the great work!
Kim — March 23, 2009 @ 4:52 pm
Age:26
Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
Occupation: Passenger Service Agent, Bearskin Airlines
How Long have you been reading CNC? Feb this year
How did you “discover” CNC? From Roni’s weigh
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love the workout ideas,expectially the Yoga Challenge and the food ideas
Alison — March 23, 2009 @ 5:07 pm
Gender: Femal
Location: Newtonville, MA
Occupation: Pastry Chef
How long been reading CNC: around two years
How did you discover CNC: I started reading Kath Eats and she had a link to your blog
What is you favorite aspect of CNC: I love your food ideas and reading about all the different places you visit in Boston
Rachel — March 23, 2009 @ 5:08 pm
Age: 22
Location: Ithaca, NY (not for long– graduating!)
Occupation: Student
How long reading: probably 1year+
How did I discover? I THINK eat like me comments
Favorite aspect: workouts + boston outings!
ashleigh — March 23, 2009 @ 5:18 pm
Age: 15
Gender:female
Location (City, State): adelaide SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Occupation: student/ check-out chick
about a year
How did you “discover” CNC?umm another blog i think
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? the balance of healthy food, exercise, treats, and fun activies
rose — March 23, 2009 @ 5:31 pm
Age: 22
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Occupation: uni student
How long have you been reading CNC?: almost 4 months
How did you discover CNC?: a link from another blog
What is your favourite aspect of CNC?: I really enjoy reading all about your workouts, recipe ideas, and enjoy your sunny disposition
Laura — March 23, 2009 @ 5:45 pm
Age: 24
Gender:F
Location (City, State): Oklahoma City, OK
Occupation: Currently an advertising account coordinator, but I plan to go back this Summer for my Masters in Education
How long have you been reading CNC?
About 2 months
How did you “discover” CNC?
From Kath’s blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
I love that you work full-time. It is great to see how someone else balances it all!
Matt — March 23, 2009 @ 5:48 pm
Age: 19
Gender: Male
Location (City, State): Tuscaloosa, AL
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? 6 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? I think through Kath Eats!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like this blog because you are so “normal” for a food blogger. I like your philosophy on eating, health, and most aspects of just living life. Some food bloggers seem a bit too obsessive, and yours is a happy medium. Hope this makes sense…
I also get some great meal ideas!
Rika — March 23, 2009 @ 5:57 pm
Age: 18
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): West Hills, CA
Occupation: Highschool student
How long have you been reading CNC? hm.. i cant remember but it was when you first were calorie counting on your bloggie!
How did you “discover” CNC? through random blogs
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? your simplistic lifestyle! its so pure and great!
Kristen — March 23, 2009 @ 6:35 pm
Age: 22
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Athens, GA
Occupation: MSW student
How long have you been reading CNC? a few months
How did you discover CNC? foodie blog?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I’ve learned that you can still eat healthy while eating out/having a beer occasionally. I get so many meal ideas and I’ve actually been eating healthier meals, spending a bit less on food, and losing weight.
Caitlin — March 23, 2009 @ 6:40 pm
Age: 26
Gender: Female
Location: Boulder, CO
How long have you been reading CNC? 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Eat like me
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your real and refreshing approach to healthy eating and exercise. I love that you rarely have guilty posts about going out and having fun on the weekends.
Katie — March 23, 2009 @ 6:50 pm
Age: 27
Gender:female
Location (City, State): Columbia, MD
Occupation:teacher
How long have you been reading CNC? a month or two
How did you “discover” CNC? through another food blog (can’t remember which one at the moment)
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? combination of food and exercise posts
Michele — March 23, 2009 @ 6:53 pm
24
F
Columbus (I work in Madison) WI
Underwriting/Admin Asst Commercial Auto
I have no idea how long I’ve been reading, it feels a natural part of my day!
I’m pretty sure Reader suggested you.
Great recipes and ideas for someone new to healthy eating. You make it less intimidating.
Laura — March 23, 2009 @ 7:11 pm
Age: 24
I find you and Jenna the most approachable of the food bloggers and all your hard work in documenting your food and life is much appreciated!
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Otago, New Zealand
Occupation: Art History PhD student and Curatorial Assistant
How long have you been reading CNC? About eight months, I think.
How did you “discover” CNC? I was reading Eat Like Me and asked for recs on similar blogs
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The daily eats, restaurant reviews and your sunny personality!
MB — March 23, 2009 @ 7:46 pm
Age: 40+
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Everett (Boston), MA
Occupation: Legal Assistant, Photographer
How long have you been reading CNC? About 6 months +-
How did you “discover” CNC? Not sure – a link from a link from a link ….
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love reading about your restaurant reviews in the area and getting ideas for healthy meals at home.
Swannie — March 23, 2009 @ 7:50 pm
Age: 21
Gender:F
Location (City, State): Central Jersey
Occupation: Student, soon to be music teacher!
How long have you been reading CNC? Since August I think
How did you “discover” CNC? Through a comment on Cristin’s blog on Self.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love that your approach to health and nutrition is realistic and relate-able (not a real word, apparently!), and that you love sweets as much as I do! It gives me inspiration to be balanced. Your workout-ethic is also inspiring, and as I am transitioning to working in “the real world” it is helpful to see how someone else does it an manages to be healthy at the same time. I also love the cooking and meal ideas.
Thanks so much for CNC!
Kirsten — March 23, 2009 @ 8:03 pm
Age: 21
Gender:F
Location (City, State): Wichita, KS
Occupation: Part Time Hallmark & Park Time Student Teacher, also actively looking for a job in my degree that I finished last May!
How long have you been reading CNC? Since August I think
How did you “discover” CNC? Through a comment on Cristin’s blog on Self.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like how you eat like a real person. It is okay to sometimes just eat cereal for supper or be snacky all day! Sometimes people get the idea that you have to eat so perfectly to be healthy and you prove this to be false. Food should be fun and enjoyed and you show how you can do that and be healthy too. Plus you seem to have a wonderful personality and are sooo much fun!
Annie — March 23, 2009 @ 8:12 pm
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): originally from Maine, in Poughkeepsie, NY for college for now
Occupation: student
How long have you been reading CNC? since the beginning!!! You are SUCH an inspiration Tina and your blog makes me happy every day!
How did you “discover” CNC? I can’t remember–maybe Kath?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? seeing your everyday life and all the healthy choices you make. I love reading your exercise stats. I especially loved your pre-wedding posts about the wedding details and, now, the dinner posts when you and Mal share the responsibilities!
lauren — March 23, 2009 @ 8:20 pm
Age: 21
Gender:female
Location (City, State): college station,Texas
Occupation: student
How long have you been reading CNC? about a year
How did you “discover” CNC? katheats.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? how you balance real life thru food, working out, work, social aspects, etc. you include all types of food and i love your balance with that instead of alot of other blogs that the bloggers seem “guilty” for enjoying themselves. you make reading fun so thakns for sharing your life
Kimberly — March 23, 2009 @ 8:28 pm
Age: 40
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Louisville, KY
Occupation: Data Analyst
How long have you been reading CNC? 8 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Through comments on another blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your healhy eating and exercise ideas. You have been an inspiration to me while trying to lose weight and become healthier.
Erin F. — March 23, 2009 @ 8:30 pm
Age: 30
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Norwalk, CT (if you’re ever in Fairfield County, let me know – TONS of great restaurants!!)
Occupation: Financial Reporting Specialist
How long have you been reading CNC: ~2 months
How did you “discover” CNC: I saw your announcement on the GPhiB site and came to check it out!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC: Recipes!! I run a TON and I’m always looking for healthy, filling meals to fuel my training.
Lynne — March 23, 2009 @ 8:42 pm
Age:29
Gender: F
Location: Palm Harbor, FL (Tampa Bay)
Occupation: Chemist
How long have you been readind CNC: about 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC: other food blogs (not sure which one exactly)
What is your favorite aspect of CNC: Recipes and meal ideas. I have no creativity when it comes to food!
Jenna — March 23, 2009 @ 8:44 pm
Age: 22
Gender: F
Location: (City, State): Minneapolis, MN
Occupation: Marketing Specialist
How long have you been reading CNC: ~ 1 yr
How did you “discover” CNC: From a post on ‘Eat Like Me’
What is your favorite aspect of CNC: After going through the highs and lows of an eating disorder since 8th grade, I have found this blog to be the most inspiring source to want to bite the evil thoughts in the butt! You show all of us the balance of healthy eating, nights out on the town, desserts after every meal (which I must say is a must in my diet as well!) and many other aspects of your life that we can all take life lessons from. Thank you for that!
Ali — March 23, 2009 @ 9:01 pm
Age: 32
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Toronto, Ontario Canada
Occupation: Teacher
How long have you been reading CNC? 1 year
How did you “discover” CNC? From reading other food/health blogs.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love that you share your everyday choices. Two months ago I decided that it was time to get healthy and seeing your interesting day to day choices always gives me ideas and other options.
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Thanks a bunch
Thanks for your input, guys!
neha — March 23, 2009 @ 9:12 pm
Age: 19
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Chestnut Hill, MA
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? a couple of months
How did you “discover” CNC? other blogs linked to it
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? pictures! personal anecdotes! recipes!
Jennie — March 23, 2009 @ 9:15 pm
Age: 25
Gender: female
Location (City, State): Rochester, NY
Occupation: Traffic/Production Coordinator in advertising agency
How long have you been reading CNC? Since June 2008… i read everyday!
How did you “discover” CNC? I found you in someone else’s blogroll, but I can’t quite remember where
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? You seem to have a great balance between work, workout, and play
Mackenzie — March 23, 2009 @ 9:26 pm
Age: 18
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Orlando, Florida
Occupation: Student in High School, about to be a freshman in college!
How long have you been reading CNC? ~1 year
How did you “discover” CNC? Katheats, I’m thinking?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
It’s nice to see someone who truly enjoys food and doesn’t loathe herself in doing so.
I too ,like others, struggled with an eating disorder and turned to alot of blogs ( Eatlikeme, Eat,Live,Run & yours) for guidance as I was really tired of the rut I had put myself in. It’s a refreshing sight to see someone with such a healthy relationship with food. Alot different than what I see in my own high school.
DeeDee — March 23, 2009 @ 9:45 pm
Age: 28
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Anchorage, Alaska
Occupation: Chef
How long have you been reading CNC? Since December 2008
How did you “discover” CNC? Through another blog, this was listed on there blog roll and I was curious.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Recipes & pictures. Also I have 3 adorable pugs and I enjoy seeing Bruce pop up from time to time. You also post food products that I haven’t tried yet but thanks to you have become familiar with BB and Agave nectar, Thanks!
anon — March 23, 2009 @ 9:51 pm
Age: 24
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Brooklyn, NY
Occupation: Program Assistant at a Non-profit
How long have you been reading CNC? Probably about a year
How did you “discover” CNC? Through another blog, this was listed on the blog roll- think it was katheats.com.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like seeing the creative mixes you make of everyday food, especially leftovers! I also have learned a lot about portion control from you- just wish I had your willpower!
lisa — March 23, 2009 @ 9:59 pm
Hi Tina, awesome idea!!
Age: 27
Gender: lady
Location (City, State): minneapolis, mn
Occupation: full time server
How long have you been reading CNC? year and a half, or so
How did you “discover” CNC? really…i don’t totally remember. i think i found you through SELF magazine’s Eat Like Me blogger.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? i LOVE how you & Mal go out and try new places, i love your realistic sense of balance, you’re totally motivating, interesting, empowering, funny, and SO REAL.
keep of the good work girlie!!
megan — March 23, 2009 @ 10:15 pm
Age: 30
Gender: female
Location: Bay Area, CA
Occupation: Sr. Associate at a drug company
How long have you been reading CNC: I am not sure! about 9 months maybe?
How did you “discover” CNC?: Through Kath’s blog!
What is your fave aspect of CNC: I like your reviews of the places you visit and the recipies of course!
adrianna — March 23, 2009 @ 10:25 pm
Age: 25
Gender: F
Location (City, State): currently Huntington WV, but only until graduation in may, then wherever the good job fairies take me!
Occupation: optometry student
How long have you been reading CNC? approx 9 months or so…
really love your personality that shines thru. and love how cute you and mr. mal are! recipes are great, too. honestly, its my fave blog.
How did you “discover” CNC? thru ‘the weighting game’ or ‘kerf’, not sure
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? your realistic approach to healthy lifestyle– enjoying treats and yummy foods in moderation, fitting in exercise when you can, the little fitness tidbits, and you booze, and GOOD booze at that
Rachel — March 23, 2009 @ 10:26 pm
Age: 26
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Austin, TX – one of the best places on Earth
Occupation: Speech Language Pathology Student
How long have you been reading CNC? Only a week now!
How did you “discover” CNC? Food and health are my passion and I’ve been entertaining sharing this passion via a blog. So I went searching online to see how other Healthy Food Bloggers do it.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Good balance so far. And peanut butter banana oatmeal is my favorite too. I’ve turned it into a breakfast smoothie.
Kaitilin Rupert — March 23, 2009 @ 10:49 pm
Age: 27
Gender: Femal
Location (City, State): Portland, OR (in the burbs)
Occupation: Software developer
How long have you been reading CNC? 3 months
How did you “discover” CNC? KERF!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your honest and healthy approach to food. You balance your food choices and don’t beat yourself up over it. Plus, you and Mal are too cute!
Sammy — March 23, 2009 @ 10:57 pm
Age:40 (gasp as well!Had no idea your other readers were so young!I feel ANCIENT now
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Rachel — March 23, 2009 @ 11:07 pm
Age: 20
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Newark, Delaware (Delawhere…?)
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? Almost a year!
How did you “discover” CNC? Kath
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your yummy looking but simple food creations, healthy attitude towards food (it’s so inspiring to see you being so healthy without depriving yourself and still having the occasional treats!)
Lora — March 23, 2009 @ 11:10 pm
age: 22
gender: f
chicago
student
a year in reading
i discoverd you VIA kath.
i love how you are so down to earth and you really showcase eating in moderation
xoxo,
lo..honeynutlo.com
Tasha — March 23, 2009 @ 11:11 pm
Age: 24
Gender: female
Location (City, State): Charlottesville, VA
Occupation: Reporter
How long have you been reading CNC? About three weeks.
How did you “discover” CNC? I was looking for yoga blogs to read and inspire me, and yours came up because you were in the middle of the challenge.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I really love when you tell us how to make what you’re eating. Everything looks so tasty in those pictures!
Katie R — March 23, 2009 @ 11:19 pm
Age: 25
Gender: female
Location (City, State): Los Angeles, CA
Occupation: Engineer
How long have you been reading CNC? for a long time…I don’t remember
How did you “discover” CNC? I don’t remember; probably from another blog?
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? the mix of food, exercise, photos, and personal stories. The personal stories make you ‘real’ and not just another food journal-er.
N — March 23, 2009 @ 11:31 pm
Age: 26
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Seattle, WA
Occupation: Legal Assistant/Paralegal/Bookkeeper
How long have you been reading CNC?: 3-4 months
How did you “discover” CNC?: through a fashion website that also has a fitness section
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?: i am a a bit of a voyeur i guess. I like to see what other people are eating and i love pictures of it. it helps me gauge what is and is not normal and it also helps me stay on track with my weight loss plan. I’m not much of a cooker, and my husband and I eat out a lot, and a lot of fast food and seeing what you can whip up quickly and healthily has helped a great deal. You’ve turned me onto oatmeal (which i eat every weekday now), barney butter (thank you!!) and PB puffins as well as just eating more veggies. i love your blog!
Rachel — March 24, 2009 @ 12:13 am
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Madison, Wisconsin
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? About a year
How did you “discover” CNC? Either through “Eat Like Me” or “Katheats,” can’t remember exactly!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The frequent posts, your friendliness, openness, and responsiveness to readers, wide variety, your philosophy on food and enjoying yourself (you’ve had some of the most delicious-looking cookies I’ve ever seen!)…I think us readers feel like we can relate to you and really appreciate the amount of work you put into the blog!!
Lauren — March 24, 2009 @ 12:44 am
Gender: Female
Location: Scottsdale, Arizona
Occupation: Dietetics Student at Arizona State University
How long have you been reading CNC?: About a year
How did you “discover” CNC?: KathEats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?: I love how friendly you and Mal are and appreciate you letting us into your lives. I also love how honest you are…you aren’t afraid to admit when you have temporarily fallen off the healthy eating wagon, and that makes you incredibly real and easy to relate to.
Keep up all of the great work, Tina! I really enjoy reading CNC!
Caroline — March 24, 2009 @ 12:45 am
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location: B’ham, AL/Durham, NC
Occupation: Student/Freelance writer
Reading for about a year
Found through other foodie blogs!
I love it when you feature foodie hot spots: restaurants, markets, etc.
Lindsay — March 24, 2009 @ 1:15 am
Age: 23
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Portland, OR
Occupation: Office slave
How long have you been reading CNC?: Hrm…I remember I started about a month before you got married, but I’m blanking as to when that would have been (?).
How did you “discover” CNC?: Blogroll love.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?: I’ve always loved how open and honest you are. I tend to think of the blogs I read as little ongoing stories, and yours is always interesting! Plus, your continued focus on healthy eating helps keep me focused on doing the same. Thanks Tina!
Jill — March 24, 2009 @ 1:38 am
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Salt Lake City, Utah
Occupation: Full-time student and PT office slave (a la Lindsay)
How long have you been reading CNC? A yearish or so? I dannot remember exactly.
How did you “discover” CNC? Through a link from Kath Eats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your realistic lifestyle and the way you ask questions to your reader, I love it!
Jessica — March 24, 2009 @ 1:48 am
Age: 18
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Currently at school in Tucson, Arizona!
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? Since end of last year!
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Caitlin’s/Jenna’s/Kath’s blog probably!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Your work-packed meals, they are so easy to copy for dorm living or packed lunches between classes!! And I love your workouts too!
Erin — March 24, 2009 @ 3:31 am
What a Teen-tastic workout you had this morning! Those Bosu balls are great! I only wish they weren’t so expensive. Do you get a lot of use out of yours?
Here’s my info for you. I’m excited to see what you do with your data!
Age: 27
Gender: All female baby
Location (City, State): Trapped in Lubbock, TX
Occupation: Grad student
How long have you been reading CNC? March 2008
How did you “discover” CNC? My sweet friend sent me a link!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? YOU! You are down to earth, include Mal in your posts (which I love), and just seem to have the most balanced life. You’re such an inspiration to me Teen. You just seem like the sweetest person alive.
Lena — March 24, 2009 @ 5:45 am
Age: 20
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Malmo, SWEDEN! (But I’m American and French)
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC?
I’m a newbie, and have been reading food blogs for 2 months now?
How did you “discover” CNC?
I don’t really remember…I think I just somehow stumbled on it when I was reading KathEats. But I like it!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
The great health tips and advice you offer! Plus, the photos ain’t bad!
Ser — March 24, 2009 @ 5:56 am
Age: 33
Gender: F
Location: Columbus, OH
Occupation: Stay at home mom/writer/teacher
How long reading? A year? Can’t really remember.
How did I discover CNC? Through Kath Eats
Favorite Aspect? Your balanced approach to food and exercise
sirenjess — March 24, 2009 @ 6:58 am
Age: 28
Gender: F
Location: San Antonio, TX
Occupation: teacher
How long reading? about a year?
Discover: kath eats
Favorite aspect: your approach to eating, living and exercise. You have a great balance.
Name: jessica
Kate — March 24, 2009 @ 8:40 am
Age: 26
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Somerville, MA (we’re practically neighbors!)
Occupation: Human Resources
How long have you been reading CNC?
I can’t quite remember… maybe 8 or 9 months now? I am a SERIOUS lurker. I read every weekday, and sometimes on the weekends
How did you “discover” CNC?
A friend of mine started a blog awhile back about healthy baking, and she linked to your blog and a few others. Her blog has since gone the way of the dinosaurs, but I now have a list of about 25 blogs that I read weekly! In fact, I recently started my own blog (http://thisplaceisnowahome.wordpress.com). Although not really about food (not yet, anyway), the blog is a “his and hers” view of my husband’s and my experiences trying to conceive (we just started, but I want to document the experience). I’m hoping it will grow into a blog about living a healthy, balanced life with the added craziness of kids.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC?
(My husband asked me if I’d go up and say hi to you… I said yes, and then wondered if that happens to you often?).
My favorite part about your blog is how local you are and how I can get great ideas of places to go and things to try! I live near Davis Square, and I love seeing my favorite haunts pop up on your blog. In fact, last weekend my husband and I went to the Watertown Diner and I almost thought I’d see you there
I’ll keep lurking, and maybe one of these days we will actually run into each other!
Kelsey — March 24, 2009 @ 9:23 am
Age: 21
Gender: F
Location: Ithaca, NY
Occupation: college senior ahhhh!
How long reading? A little over a year I think
How did I discover CNC? Either Kath Eats or Jenna
Favorite Aspect? I really like how you find balance in your life – in your eating, exercising, social life, etc. It’s something I strive to find as I enter the “real world.” Plus, I’m a sucker for wedding pictures!
Keep up the good work
Natalie — March 24, 2009 @ 9:24 am
Age: 29
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Ft Lauderdale, FL
Occupation: Meeting Planner
How long have you been reading CNC? 1 year
How did you “discover” CNC? I forgot! hehe
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like the restaurants and workouts the best
Sheri — March 24, 2009 @ 10:46 am
Age: 37
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Occupation: Contracts Administrator
How long have you been reading CNC? A few weeks a new reader.
How did you “discover” CNC? Thru Kath Eats Real Food Blog.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? You are fun to read and I have tried some of your treadmill workouts. I like getting new ideas for workouts!
Beth P. — March 24, 2009 @ 10:50 am
Age: 30
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): New York, NY
Occupation: Event Planner @ Non-Profit
How long have you been reading CNC? About 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? A Friend of mine in Oklahoma City recommended it to me.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love that it’s personal, there are great recipes and recipe suggestions, and I feel that you eat realistically to a person in our age group!
Danielle — March 24, 2009 @ 10:53 am
Age: 30
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Cambridge, MA
Occupation: Fundraising
How long have you been reading CNC? about 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? I was reading our mutual friend Jon’s blog and it led me to you.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The balance you seem to have in your life that you write about. It’s good inspiration to remind me to work hard and reward myself as well! (and the oatmeal – it’s changed my mornings!!)
lauren (athlEAT) — March 24, 2009 @ 11:08 am
nice running shoes – I have the same pair! Age: 29, F, Baltimore, MD, EVM Anaylst/Project Scheduler, reading about 8 months, found you through other blogs. I like your outlook on food and exercise.
Ilyssa — March 24, 2009 @ 12:57 pm
Age: 30
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Norwalk, CT
Occupation: Attorney
How long have you been reading CNC? about 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? through FaceBook. A few of old Union G-phi girls were “fans” and I had to check it out!
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like getting recipe ideas. I had a baby about a year ago & have been working hard at having our whole family eat healthy, tasty food every day. Tina’s CNC philosophy is something I definitely subscribe to!
Julia — March 24, 2009 @ 2:32 pm
Age: 28
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Somerville, MA
Occupation: School Counselor
How long have you been reading CNC? Maybe 3 months or so?
How did you “discover” CNC? Through Facebook somehow
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love reading about someone who has similar thoughts about food/lifestyle. Also inspirational!
Rachel D — March 24, 2009 @ 3:50 pm
Age: 29
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Athens, Georgia
Occupation: Architect
How long have you been reading CNC? ~ 6 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Kath’s BlogRoll
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? You are a good writer, have a healthy relationship with food (and you aren’t self-righteous!), you inspire me to make exercise fun and I love the name Carrotsncake!
Dorothy — March 24, 2009 @ 3:53 pm
Age: 26
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Rock Island, IL
Occupation: Interior Designer, Freelance Caterer
How long have you been reading CNC? About a year
How did you “discover” CNC? I think through KERF
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The baked goods recipes! Oh, and restaurant reviews. And the meal ideas that I get. And for leading me into the wonderful world of Barney Butter………..
Maggie — March 24, 2009 @ 5:23 pm
Age: 25
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Amsterdam, NL
Occupation: Operations Specialist at adidas/Reebok
How long have you been reading CNC? almost a year.
How did you “discover” CNC? I come from Boston and we have a mutual friend who told me about it
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? You are honest and inspiring, and your meals always look delicious… I admire your dedication to balanced health and exercise!
Jen — March 24, 2009 @ 5:36 pm
Age: 24
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Houston, TX
Occupation: medical student
How long have you been reading CNC? a few months
How did you “discover” CNC? a link on another site – I don’t remember which one
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? the yummy recipes!
Charlotte — March 24, 2009 @ 5:54 pm
Hi Tina. This is my first time commenting on your blog. I’m usually a lurker
Age: 31
Gender: F
Location (City, State): Hamilton, New Zealand
Occupation: Full time stay at home Mum / Part Time Accountant
How long have you been reading CNC? 2 or 3 months
How did you “discover” CNC? Through KathEats
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I like the really balanced approach you have to everything – food, exercise, life. I also like the recipe ideas and your photos.
Allyson — March 24, 2009 @ 6:12 pm
I’m a new lurker, but a lurker nonetheless.
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Chicago IL
Occupation: Knitting Instructor
How long have you been reading CNC? Just about a week!
How did you “discover” CNC? It was on my google reader recommendations and I’m so glad it was.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I love all the healthy food. We eat similarly and I love getting new ideas, like adding pumpkin to my oats in the morning! Very delicious.
CaSaundra — March 24, 2009 @ 8:40 pm
Age: 17
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Northern Minnesota
Occupation: Student/Selling Jewelery
How long have you been reading CNC? A couple of months now!
How did you “discover” CNC? Kath’s Blog
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The great recipes and hearing about all of your adventures that you describe & detail very well.
p.s. The guest post is coming along nicely–sorry there was a little delay. =)
Danielle J — March 24, 2009 @ 10:00 pm
Age: 21
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): College Park, MD
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? since May 2008
How did you “discover” CNC? Kath’s blog roll
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? recipes, giveaways, product reviews
Cates — March 25, 2009 @ 7:41 am
Age: 27
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Cincinnati, OH
Occupation: School Psychologist
How long have you been reading CNC? Since June 2008
How did you “discover” CNC? Through http://www.katheats.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Engaging discussions, posts on a variety of topics (fitness, healthy eating, lifestyle, reviews), and Tina’s healthy attitude.
Leah — March 25, 2009 @ 9:21 am
Age: 24
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Jamaica Plain, MA
Occupation: Administrative Assistant, Part-time MBA Student
How long have you been reading CNC? About half of a year?
How did you “discover” CNC? I used to work with the blog master at BC Admissions
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The balance of enjoying food and eating healthy, told from the perspective of a true foodie!
Lauren — March 25, 2009 @ 10:02 am
Age: 25
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Somerville, MA
Occupation: Consultant
How long have you been reading CNC? A few months… love it!
How did you “discover” CNC? Eat Like Me
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? recipe ideas, boston area info, your overall approach to health and fitness, and your blog writing style
Abbe — March 25, 2009 @ 11:43 am
Age: 26
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Brighton, MA
Occupation: Account Executive
How long have you been reading CNC? Summer 2008
How did you “discover” CNC? Close friend recommended it after seeing it highlighted in The Metro
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Recipe and workout ideas. I like how you breakdown your meals so they are easy to recreate. Love your attitude towards healthy eating and balance in life. I also love the local Boston restaurant reviews!
Kate — March 25, 2009 @ 12:50 pm
Age: 26
Gender: Female
Location: New York, NY
Occupation: Marketing Manager at a Commerical Real Estate Company
How long have you been reading CNC?: Since Summer 2008
How did you “discover” CNC?: Another reader mentioned it in the comments section on Self’s Eat Like Me blog.
What if your favorite aspect of CNC? I love the snack and workout ideas. For so long I would make so many excuses as to why I didn’t have time to exercise, but I had really just been avoiding it. Having someone honestly put it all out there about how they strive to live healthily (and happily!)made me realize that I am worth it and can do it too. I find Tina’s daily stories very inspriational.
Ashley — March 25, 2009 @ 2:32 pm
Age: 22
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Calgary, AB, Canada
Occupation: Light Oil Distribution Analyst
How long have you been reading CNC? Hard to say exactly… around 4 months?
How did you “discover” CNC? I had discovered Self’s Eat Like Me blog and it was the only food blog I knew of (oh silly me) and another reader mentioned your blog and Kath’s blog in the comments one day.. so I checked both of you guys out and through you both I found even more blogs (hello, addiction).
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? I have weight to lose and I love reading your blog for good ideas – even if I don’t always put them into practice I know the things I see on these blogs remind me to be a healthier person every day.
susan — March 25, 2009 @ 6:38 pm
Age: 44
Gender: female
Location (City, State): Grand Rapids MI
Occupation: youth services librarian
How long have you been reading CNC? a few months?
How did you “discover” CNC? no clue — some link from another blog I imagine.
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? meal ideas/pictures
stephanie — March 26, 2009 @ 2:17 pm
Age: 26
Location: Washington, DC
Occupation: Transplant RN (Hi RB if you see this!)
How long have you been reading CNC? Since August
How did you discover CNC? KERF
Favorite aspect: New recipes…the cauliflower mac n cheese was amazing.
Christine — March 26, 2009 @ 9:11 pm
Age: 24
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Roseville, CA
Occupation: Student
How long have you been reading CNC? About a day now
How did you “discover” CNC? makeupalley.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? Getting great food ideas!
Green Banana Oatmeal – Carrots ‘N’ Cake — June 18, 2009 @ 7:36 am
[...] Strength training: 30 minutes lower body workout [...]
Olivia — April 1, 2010 @ 4:09 pm
Age: 29
Gender: Female
Location (City, State): Virginia
Occupation: IT Help Desk
How long have you been reading CNC? A few days
How did you “discover” CNC? Health.com
What is your favorite aspect of CNC? The food recipes – have tried a few already! Also, you give me a lot of inspiration and motivation about things I want to change in my eating habits… just didn’t know where to start.