1. I am still feeling the Fitbloggin’ love. From all the people I have met to the generous sponsors of the event, the conference has been like the gift that keeps on giving. Yesterday I received a much-anticipated package from the people at New Balance that contained my new pair of shoes.

My first pair is way too big so before I left the expo I casually mentioned this to a New Balance representative. She offered to send me a new pair like it was no big deal! I was so excited when the package arrived before work. I wore them throughout my 8 hour shift and my feet felt great. They are super comfortable and pretty lightweight, and they look cool to boot.

2. After work last night I came home to foam roll and watch “True Life: I am Addicted to Food.” (you can watch the episode online by clicking the link).

The episode followed two young people who constantly think about eating and feel as though they have no control over what they consume on a daily basis. The episode left me a bit shaken, as there are definitely similarities in my struggles with food. It was hard to watch two people feel so helpless and out of control. But at the same time I feel as though MTV chose to portray two very extreme examples. I wish they had showcased a person that is just a bit more relatable.

3. Finally, on a very serious note I wanted to share a change I have made with you all. After much consideration I have decided to eliminate fish from my diet. Beyond the fact that eating fish labeled me a ‘pescatarian’ rather than a full fledged vegetarian for many years, I can no longer enjoy consuming this type of animal product.

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It is a deeply personal and political choice to eliminate seafood from my daily rotation of protein sources. It has always been an easy source of protein to grab in a pinch. But as I researched more about the practices of fish farming and “sustainable” fishing methods, I no longer felt was an appropriate option for me given that a major reason I do not eat meat is because of how animals are treated and raised for human consumption.

So although I posted this picture of a tuna salad just yesterday, it was because I decided to finish what I had in the house (waste not, want not) before going cold turkey (funny pun? you decide). I imagine this decision will be challenging, as it was to give up traditional meat at first, but I will find alternative sources of protein to supplement my seafood consumption in due time.

And on that heavy note, I am headed to the pool. It has been a heck of week so far and I am waited with baited breathe by my phone to hear about some potential job leads. The pool is meant to provide a pleasant distraction so I can’t check my email every 2.2 seconds waiting for an important email. Please keep your fingers crossed for me!

Question: How would you label your eating habits? (vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian…)