Yesterday afternoon, I drove to the Milton Hill Sport & Spa for a 60-minute, post-marathon massage. I cannot explain how much I was looking forward to it.
Of course, I had a coupon!
Unfortunately, when I arrived for my massage, the front desk had no record of my appointment. Major wah. The guy at the front desk felt so bad, he rescheduled my massage for today and tacked on an extra 30 minutes for the inconvenience. Now, that’s what I call customer service! And the massage was great! It was totally worth the wait!
After my massage, I headed home to get Pimple Face Murphy to take him to his annual check-up at the vet. When Mal and I noticed that Murphy had an appointment coming up, we decided to wait to take him to get his weirdo pimple checked out. It turns out it’s probably just a huge zit. The vet gave us steroid cream and told us to watch it for the next couple of weeks. My dog is so gross.
After the vet, I headed to Starbucks to get some studying done for the NASM exam.
While there, I enjoyed an eggnog misto (steamed eggnog + coffee).
Or should I say eggnot misto?
The barista actually spelled it this way two different times, so perhaps she really thinks it’s āeggnotāĀ? Haha.
Lunch
I didn’t have a chance to make lunch until nearly 4:00 PM (and, weirdly, I wasn’t all that hungry), so I threw together a cheese quesadilla with leftovers from last night’s tacos, a side salad with roasted Brussels sprouts, and a couple of chocolate chip cookies.
I’m meeting friends for pub trivia tonight, so I’ll probably eat dinner (and drink beer) at the bar.
SHAPE Magazine Giveaway
Remember my Be Thankful Challenge from this morning? Well, here’s your chance to win a year subscription to SHAPE magazine!
To enter: Just leave a comment on this post about your favorite way to relax. I’ll randomly pick a winner tomorrow afternoon.
Good luck!
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Aww, poor Murphy & his pimple. Hopefully it goes away soon. He’s still adorable either way though!
My favorite way to relax is watching tv with friends in our sweats.
My favorite way to relax is cuddled up on the couch with a great book and glass of wine…wish I could be doing that right now!
Hmmm…when I’m training for a race (like right now) pedicures always sound so wonderful to me. But in general, going to the beach is the most relaxing place for me.
My favorite way to relax after a race is a nice spa treatment and a night out for a beer (or several) with my hubs!
I am in major need of a massage! I can’t wait to use up my giftcard and get one!
Best way to relax? Is this a pg-13 blog? Well just in case I’ll say, a glass or two of really good wine
My Favorite way to relax is reading a good book outside in the sunshine, when its not too cold that is!
I have looked into personal training with NASM as well. What do you think so far?
My favorite way to relax is with a good book and a mug of tea.
My favorite way to relax is to work on my garden outside. I love being outdoors and love being around growing things. Plus I love the smell of fresh dirt! Weird I know! š
My favorite way to relax playing Yahtzee (and drinking beer) with my husband!
My favorite way to relax is on the couch with my blanket, remote, and cup of coffee!
Yoga, in particular the last 5 minutes of class where you just lay and breathe š
I like to unwind by sitting and putting together my grocery list/menu for the week. I find it fun and relaxing to peruse through recipes I’ve bookmarked and organize the ingredients into a list. Weird? Maybe.
My favorite way to relax is with sushi, my boyfriend, and the Wire.
Relaxing to me is feet in the sand at the beach. Walking, sitting, building sand castles… it’s all soooo soothing!
the only way to truly relax is to snuggle with my two pitbulls. love them so much and they make napping wonderful.
My absolute favorite way to relax is to lie in bed and read. If I’m surrounded ny Hubby, kids, and dog, so much the better!
Hope Murphy’s acne clears up soon. Pug adolescence?
My favorite way to relax would definitly be a massage if I could afford them more often! my (Free) way to relax is definitly on the couch with a cup of coffee and a good book or movie!
My favourite way to relax is by reading blogs!
My favorite by far is Friday pizza night. Glass of wine, homemade or takeout pizza, and the couch. It’s the best.
My fav. way to relax is watch The Office!
Laying on the floor with palms up and just letting everything fade out. Works EVERY time
Snuggled up in bed with a good book!
My favorite way to relax is to eat breakfast in bed with my boyfriend…go to a yoga class, take a shower and pamper myself, or take a nap! But naps are a default… š
best way to relax=cup of tea and a good book š
Favorite way to relax!? Yoga…going for a walk…or maybe the couch and a glass of wine!
my favorite way to relax is by reading a good book in a comfy & quiet place!
would looove this subscription!
Favorite ways to relax involve a cup of hot tea with honey, my chihuahua Space Monkey and chilling with a good book!
My favorite way to relax is a bath! Thanks for the chance š Have a great weekend!
Bubble bath, glass of wine, and the latest issue of Runner’s Wolrd š
my favorite way to relax is to curl up and watch back to back eisodes of a series on dvd
The best way to relax is a long walk outside followed by a glass of wine!
Comedy! Nothing is a better way to relax and de-stress than with some good laughs. Watch a sitcom, a funny movie, stand-up, or SNL and I guarantee it’ll make ya feel better.
My favorite way to relax is grabbing a pint with my husband and chatting away the problem. He always has a way of making me laugh about it and making it seem far less bad than it originally felt… gotta love him! š
I love eating some ben and jerry’s and watching a movie with my boyfriend š
A massage!
My favorite way to relax is with a good book and a hot drink!
I feel my best and most relaxed after my meditation group.
Put my feet up and watch TV
Massages are HEAVEN. I’ve been dying to get one lately…maybe when I go home for Thanksgiving break! Boy do I need one.
feet up, heated blanket, and a good book!
in bed watching my favorite shows on DVR (commercial free! :))
Wow seriously good customer service! And thanks for the Eggnog Misto idea! I know, I know, you’ve said “get a misto” before. I got the eggnog latte about a week ago and nearly died after I looked up the calories. Oh, same goes for my nonfat Caramel Brulee Latte I drank today. That is another no-go.
~Ang