9 Ways to Stretch Summer into Any Season

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Summer is a state of mind, not only a season. I remind myself this time and time again when I start seeing shorter days and dropping temperatures. Thankfully, where I live, we take our heat straight into fall, but in a few short months I will be morning the hibernation of flip flops, tank tops and lazy, late nights on the porch.  

9 Ways to Stretch Summer into Any Season

So, this summer-loving girl has found easy ways to make the feel-good vibes of summer last as long as possible.  By the way, you’ll notice I have lots of fun, functional clothing to set me free to do the things I love in any season – it’s all from prAna.com (and you can save 15% with my discount code ESJFF15) Continue reading

Mediterranean Meal Prep Madness with Beef

I WISH I was on a trip to some exotic, far away land, but with my crazy schedule, that’s not happening . . . right now. However, I can get a vacation from the daily grind of grub-making with my “Mediterranean Meal Prep Madness with Beef”!  Inspired by the flavors and healthy eating habits of Mediterranean countries such as Greece, Italy, Spain, Morocco, Turkey and more, I’m sharing how a little extra work on the front end can help you make a variety of different meals that can last throughout the week.

mediterranean meal prep madness with beef

If you saw me a http://scwfit.com/dallasDallas Mania this weekend, thanks for stopping by to find out more! And, if you’ve stumbled upon me here . . . an equal welcome, and let’s get cooking! Continue reading

What Running for 30 Years Has Taught Me

I was thinking about all the things that running has taught me over the years, and I tried to capture the most important in this post. I wasn’t a child prodigy runner, nor was I on the school XC team. But, I HAVE been running for 30 YEARS and it has blessed me with so many amazing experiences. What Running 30 Years Has Taught Me - Jennifer Fisher, thefitfork.com

These experiences have included running marathons all over the country and even representing Houston in the Athens Marathon; pushing myself and meeting new friends on overnight 200 mile relay races; missing an Olympic marathon qualifying time by seconds, but getting to run with the Torch in the 2002 Olympic Torch Relay; setting event course-records at the mile distance and the half-marathon distance while being in my 40s; and most recently, winning the RCAA 10 mile Texas State Championship in the “Super Master” division last year . .  probably my favorite distance of all time. Oh, yeah, and running has given me the confidence and “I can do anything” mindset that allowed me to take up Spartan racing at an elite/competitive level at age 48 through today! But, this laundry list is just a bunch of achievements, running has brought and taught me so much more, read on to find out:   Continue reading

Six Veggie Sesame Shrimp Stir Fry {Paleo, Gluten-Free}

Do you know why I stir fry? It’s fast, it’s fresh, it’s flexible (in a use up what’s in the produce bin way) and it’s is freakin’ delicious without fail.

Since most of us are back to school, falling once again into that crazy dinner rush hour, I’m sharing a quick and easy stir fry recipe my whole family loves – Six Veggie Sesame Shrimp Stir Fry. Continue reading

Balsamic Cherry Beef Kebobs – Healthy Grilling with adidas

This post is sponsored by adidas. I received product and compensation in exchange for my time and editorial consideration. However, all opinions remain my own.

After trail running, playing at the lake, and training for whatever upcoming race, throwing some good grub on the grill puts an exclamation point on my perfect summer day. Grilling is easy, it’s laid-back and it’s a super healthy cooking method that takes advantage of season’s best offerings for the win!

My Balsamic Cherry Beef Kebobs make for some some sweet, meaty eating by featuring grilled cherries and juicy chunks of steak and mushrooms which have both been marinated in a savory-sweet balsamic cherry marinade. Read on to get all the details and recipe. Continue reading