I just wanted to post a quick update since the last I shared on the Goofy Challenge was my concerns about my knee pain and not being sure if I could finish (or even start!) these races. Well, if you don’t follow me on social media – I DID IT! Somehow my knee held up … Continue reading
BibRave Product Review – XX2i Sunglasses: USA1
Disclaimer: I received the XX2i USA1 Sunglasses to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews! I received the XX2i polarized USA1 sunglasses in white gloss with blue flash lenses, retail value $59.99. Here’s what came … Continue reading
Goofy Challenge – “Try” is the best I can do.
I went for a run this morning. It didn’t go well. My last run was 6 miles this past Saturday. I walked crying from mile 4.5-6 because the pain in my knee was so bad. After several days of rest, foam rolling and icing I decided to go on a short test run this morning … Continue reading
runDisney – What to Pack
After doing so many runDisney race trips I feel like I’ve finally perfected my race packing list! A few years ago I wrote out my go-to packing list and trip after trip I keep pulling out this crumpled piece of paper when it’s time to pack. So, I (finally!) thought – why not share the list … Continue reading
Trip Planning – Savings Tips!
Welcome to another edition of “Trip Planning”! I love researching and planning trips and thought it would be fun to share some of my favorite resources and tips as I plan a trip to Italy for Jason and I in March. Today we’re talking savings tips! I really enjoy taking tours when I travel. … Continue reading
Weekly Training Recap
Well, in just a few days Jason and I will be headed to Florida for Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend! I’m excited because it’s always one of my favorite weekends of the year, but I have to be honest, I am VERY nervous about the races. My knee really has not been cooperating and I … Continue reading
BibRave Product Review – Orange Mud HydraQuiver Vest Pack 1
Disclaimer: I received the Orange Mud HydraQuiver to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews! Since I began running about 4 years ago and training for longer distances races I’ve used a hydration belt and … Continue reading
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! This morning Jason and I started off the New Year with the 2nd Annual Rogue Run Club New Year’s Day bRUNch, a 3 mile run along the water and then brunch at our favorite Mexican place (featuring table side guacamole & margaritas!). I can’t think of a better way to start off … Continue reading
2015 Year End Review
A quick look back over 2015 before we ring in the new year! In January I completed the Goofy Challenge and Jason ran his first half marathon… …but once we got back from Florida, we spent much of the rest of January and February buried in snow here on Cape Cod! Late in March the snow … Continue reading
Goofy Training – The Last Long Run(s)
So let’s say my last long run didn’t go quite as planned. The plan was 10 miles Saturday and 20 Sunday. I did 10 on Saturday. It went fine. Right knee hurt. Right arch hurt. But I made it. Sunday I did 15. It didn’t go well. Right knee hurt. Right arch KILLED. I didn’t … Continue reading