Hi there—welcome to Meal & Motion by M’s

The rhythm behind the meals and miles

Meal & Motion by M’s is more than recipes and run logs. It’s rhythm, routine, and the quiet bravery of showing up for yourself in the kitchen and on the road. It’s where slow cooking meets long miles, where planning meets persistence, and where a steady fork and a steady footstep keep time with a life moving forward.

I go “by M’s”, a nod to both my name and the two threads that run through everything here: Meal & Motion. It’s just me, sharing what fuels me, challenges me, and keeps me curious.

If you’re here for structure, encouragement, or simply a reminder that you’re not alone in the prep or the pace, you’re home. Thank you for being part of this journey.

Meal – how I eat, and why

I’ve been vegan for nearly two decades. I don’t wear this as a badge but rather as a practice of listening to my body, the seasons, and the earth. I steer clear of ultra-processed foods, prepare fresh meals most days, and prioritize simplicity. For my love, I add meat or fish. We don’t follow strict meal times; everyone eats when they’re hungry and what feels right.

For years, I ate one to two large meals a day. I love cooking, so portions were… generous. Over time I shifted to a calmer cadence of three balanced meals a day, spaced 3.5–5 hours apart. That steady fuel changed everything: I began to build muscle, recover faster, and arrive at each session with more stable energy. Fewer dips, clearer focus, and a calm, ready body: meal prep turned into performance prep.

Motion – how I move, and what it taught me

A long love story with movement

I move at least five days a week, doing strength training, dance, yoga/Pilates, and running. Movement is my oxygen; it’s how I meet myself.

My running path

For decades I ran 5 km at a steady pace, three to five times a week. About 4–5 years ago I stretched it to 7 km. In August 2024 I asked, “Could I do 10 km?” I could, and I loved it. Soon I was at 12 and 15 km, still at a constant pace, but my heart rate was too high. My love gently worried I was pushing too hard for my base.

I continued running, and in September 2024, I completed my first half-marathon distance, not as part of a race, just me and the road. Two more followed that year. At 21 km my mind closed the door; I couldn’t get past it. A December illness didn’t help, and the heart-rate issue stayed.

In January, while recovering, I switched to Nordic walking, 5 km, Monday to Friday, for three months. My heart rate calmed. On April 1, I took the Adidas Running fitness test (5 km all-out). The app built me a 16-week marathon plan with runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, tailored to my fitness.

It was during this time that I learned to run slow— truly slowly, in Zone 2. I rested. I used intervals. I allowed pauses (once unthinkable). And the joy came back. Focus sharpened. Energy steadied. Long runs felt like home. In June, I ran my first marathon distance, no race, just heart, at a charming “aid station” that my love set up just for me.

I love running alone. These miles are where I listen to my thoughts, to my body, and to the quiet. I’m grateful for company some days, but this is where I meet myself. I run for my enjoyment, alongside my thoughts, and occasionally challenge my limits.

Ballet, the secret teacher

In 2024 I finally began ballet, a lifelong dream. My posture changed. I found muscles I’d never met. Ballet improved my running: stronger feet, more stable legs, and cleaner lines in my stride. Grace and grit both belong.

What I believe

Eat what nourishes you and honors the earth.
Train with patience.
Trust the small repetitions.
Let curiosity lead.
Celebrate quiet milestones.
Keep moving.

Stay close.

If any of this feels like you, if you want recipes that respect your body, training that respects your pace, and stories that respect your heart, stay with me. Read, cook, run, and learn alongside me. Meal & Motion by M’s is a journey, and you’re invited.

Thanks for being part of the journey.

— M’s

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