Best Gifts for Runners Head to Toe – list of the must have presents for your favorite runner (or yourself) this season! Plus Cyber Monday deals and other promos! Check out this list of the best gift ideas for runners. From head to toe here’s all gear your runner (or you) want to wear! And if you’re a runner looking for gift ideas – make sure you are specific with size, color and style when you’re sharing your wish … [Read more...]
Cardio Training for weight loss
Being a fit and healthy person is something everyone aims at. Being healthy never goes out of style. Health is wealth and our body is the most valuable asset we could have in this lifetime. Thus it is important for us to take good care of it and give it the attention and time it needs. When it comes to ensuring and maintaining the health or to lose weight the best option is to do cardio training. What exactly is Cardio Training? Cardio … [Read more...]
How to Fit Marathon Training into your Busy Life with Running Coach Podcast 96
Today on the podcast… Ultra marathon runner, running coach, shoe expert, wife and mom – Andrea Kooiman! She’s sharing her tips on how to fit marathon training into a busy schedule. Plus we talk about her big scary dream of running a legendary race that is so hard NO ONE finished this year ( the Barkley Marathons), the 1 thing she MUST have when she’s running and more! I love realistic tips and she’s super motivating – so you can learn something … [Read more...]
Getting my running groove back
Yesterday morning, I was feeling SO nervous about my run. There is absolutely no reason whatsoever to get nervous about running (unless maybe before a race), but I always tend to get nervous before doing speed work. Yesterday, I had a tempo run on the schedule:5-minute warm-up20 minutes at tempo pace5-minute cool downTempo runs are tough. Those are the runs I get the most nervous to do, but also the most rewarding when I'm done. Going into … [Read more...]
A super nerdy foot pod vs. GPS vs. accelerometer experiment
I was totally expecting to wake up at 4:00 this morning because of the time change, but I took half a Xanax last night before bed, and managed to sleep until the phone woke me up at nearly 8:00! That would have been 9:00 without the time change, and I can't even remember the last time I slept that late. It's always awesome when I can get a really good night's sleep.I was very excited to track my friend, Renee, who was running the NYC Marathon … [Read more...]
Hills! and Taste Test Tuesday
Since I'm going to be running the Shamrock Run 15K in Portland in March, and just looking at the elevation chart makes me feel out of breath... ...I figured I'd better do some hill training over the winter. There are 482 feet of elevation gain in the race, and it would probably take me at least 200 separate runs near my house to get that kind of elevation gain ;) The only option for hill training, other than an expressway overpass, is the … [Read more...]
Favorite teas
I had plans to run with my friend Amanda this morning. She had asked me if I could check out her running form and give her some tips, and since I had an easy three miles on the schedule today, I asked if she would just want to meet up for a run at the State Park. She sent me a text this morning saying that she had a migraine, so would have to reschedule. It was a nice morning for a run, so I just did three miles near my house.For the life of me, … [Read more...]
Friday Favorites and Pile on the Miles Check In
Hello! I am getting ready for Rock N Roll Las Vegas today! I’m starting the day with a run in my #StripAtNight tee. It’s BRIGHT! But before I pack it up and head to Vegas I wanted to share my favorite things from the week… Friday Favorites 1. My mesh laundry bag for washing delicates. I actually lost mine in January when my washing machine broke and it went MIA after I went to the Laundromat. I am the worst and took this long to replace … [Read more...]
Monroe Half Marathon 2014 race report
Well, if there is one word that sums up my race today, it is: humbling.When I first started running in 2010, a half-marathon seemed so HUGE to me. It was something to train several months for, and just finishing it was something to celebrate. After running three full marathons, something happened in my brain where I just didn't think of halfs the same way anymore. I regularly run 8-12 miles for my long runs, and it's usually no big deal to sign … [Read more...]
Silent Saturday from Vegas and Pile on the Miles Week Recap
Hello. I am in Las Vegas with my cousin and bestie. It’s fun. That’s all I’m going to say. Here are some pics: But even though I’m not talking doesn’t mean you can be quiet too! Check in with your Pile on the Miles report for today/this week on this post!! I’ll announce winners of the contest next week. It’s hard for me to collect that date on slow hotel internet! How did your week go for Pile on the Miles? The post Silent Saturday … [Read more...]
Spooning and Pile on the Miles Monday Check in Week 3
Hello! I am currently spooning it up with Blue Man and some nachos. I’ll get you the Rock N Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon results / recap / other asap. But first let me take a selfie let’s check in for Pile on the Miles! This weekend was epic. I love Las Vegas. And the RnR half was awesome too! I had a blast and really enjoyed every second. Then, I enjoyed FOOD. Winner of Friday’s Pile on the Miles Check-in: Jody T. and Madison Pile on … [Read more...]
Pile on the Miles Week 3 Tuesday Check in
Hello! My RnR Vegas Half Marathon recap is coming in a few minutes. But first let’s talk Pile on the Miles!! I’m headed out for a shake out run as soon as I post. I slept in so hard this morning. I needed that!! I probably got 10 hours of sleep total from Friday to Monday. Good times I’m sipping hot tea to warm up before heading out though! Pile on the Miles Tuesday Check in – Week 3 Some of you have shared that you haven’t met last … [Read more...]
GPS Watches for Runners: Is it Important?
Gears pretty much help every newbies and athlete’s training. It can be a tad daunting knowing the market has been evolving and consistently innovating better versions of one after another. The question remains, How do you choose the right gear for your sport? Honestly, It all boils down to what your goals are. It sure does look nice to have something on your wrist that can tell how many calories you’ve burnt, distance you’ve … [Read more...]
Pile on the Miles Wednesday Check In for Mizuno Running Shoes
Hello! How are ya doing? I’m all caught up on sleep after my fun weekend in Las Vegas, but it seems like the other Vegas is still working on his 23 hours of shut eye a day… Yesterday morning I laced up my shoes and was doing a little walking around my tiny condo making coffee, yelling at my cat, checking email… Then, I realized I somehow tracked dried dirt clumps my from shoes all over!!! #Fail So, I spent a good chunk of time yesterday … [Read more...]
Finding the Right Running Shoe and POTM Check In
Hello. So, according to the very reputable source Twitter – yesterday was National Have a Bad Day Day. And good ol’ Run Eat Repeat took that very seriously and crashed. The POTM Check in for Wednesday will be up and available until Friday!! Update that post with your Wed workout and this post for Thursday. Ya feel me? In eating news… I used a packet of chocolate hazelnut butter to make my favorite easy oatmeal cookie. Do it do it. The original … [Read more...]
Halloween
What a crappy day for the poor trick-or-treaters! It rained all.day.long. I really didn't feel like running today, not only because of the rain, but because Jerry was off work and I wanted to hang out all morning with him. But I had to weigh in at Weight Watchers today (I have to weigh in at least once a month, and I hadn't weighed in for October yet), so I couldn't have had a lazy morning either way. I ate breakfast, and then got dressed … [Read more...]
ASICS Women’s GEL-Cumulus 14 Running Shoe
Running shoe uppers are getting increasingly sophisticated and comfortable, and the Asics Women's GEL-Cumulus 14 Running Shoe is right on-trend. Lighter by a half-ounce and more breathable than ever, the Cumulus 14 is ideal for under-pronators to mild over-pronators with high to normal arches.Product FeaturesUpper Material: syntheticWaterproofing: Lining: Closure: lacesSole: AHAR (Asics High Abrasion Rubber)Midsole: SolyteArch Support: Footbed: … [Read more...]
Scenes From the NYC Marathon, by Those Who Were There
There seemed to be a lot of weight on this year's New York City Marathon. After Superstorm Sandy resulted in its cancellation last year, the spirit of the city seemed to need it, and after the tragic Boston Marathon bombings that happened earlier this year, the running community did too. "There was an amazing start to this race. . . . I was floored," said Mary Wittenberg, president of the New York Road Runners, the group that puts on the … [Read more...]
Damn candy!
I don't have much to say today, so this will be a super short post. I almost didn't write at all, but when I've done that before, my e-mail was flooded with questions if I was okay, because I didn't write my daily post, haha ;) I did SO well avoiding the Halloween candy yesterday, and I really hoped I could keep it up. But I caved today. Shortly after breakfast, I started thinking about the kids' candy, and I couldn't get it out of my mind. I … [Read more...]
ASICS Men’s GT-1000 Running Shoe
Stability, flexibility, and performance are the cornerstones of this dependable running shoe from ASICS. Award Winner: 'Best Buy' from Runner's World Magazine Features: Height: 31.7 mm (heel); 26.1 mm (forefoot) Weight: 10.3 oz Excellent stability and cushioning at a budget-friendly price The ASICS GT-1000 is loaded with stability features, including a … [Read more...]
ASICS Women’s Gel-Nimbus 14 Running Shoe
One glance at the laundry list of technology packed into the Asics Women's GEL-Nimbus 14 Running Shoe and you might think that this shoe was designed on another planetAAAAAAAAbut rest assured, it was designed by the fine folks here on Earth. Stretch mesh allows the upper to conform to your foot, two layers of memory foam line the collar, a dynamic midsole structure provides neutral correction with each footfall, and ample, lightweight cushioning … [Read more...]