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San Diego Rock n’ Roll Half Marathon: The Race That Wasn’t.
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As you can tell from the title of this blog post, Rock n’ Roll San Diego didn’t exactly go according to plan.
But more on that later…
Heather (sloluckyruns.com) and I left SLO around 8:30 am on Friday.
We stopped in LA at Lemonade for lunch and unfortunately hit traffic.
Like major traffic.
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My Crazy Running Rituals
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As I prepare for the Rock n’ Roll San Diego Half Marathon and 5k this weekend…
I have realized HOW MANY running rituals I have.
I have talked about how weird runners are in the past, and I am no different.
I am a total weirdo.
I definitely have my own set of running rituals and I do them religiously.
Who knows, you might as well!
Let’s dive in to this topic, shall we?
Let’s!
First up issssss……..
#FlatRunner to the Max.
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Funktown: Population Me
I am currently in a bit of a running funk.
Ever since I achieved my sub 2 half marathon goal at the OC Half Marathon…
I have NOT felt like running.
Although I have had a few races after the OC,
2 specifically…
I still haven’t gotten my MOJO back.
I am still running well, and feel good when I run…
I just don’t feel like doing it.
Whoops.
I actually emailed my coach a few weeks ago and admitted that I was in a funk.
She said that my feelings were totally normal.
Which I knew, but it was definitely nice to hear it from my coach.
And If I am being honest…
This isn’t the first time this has happened.
I actually fell into two or three funks last year.
But I made it through. Continue reading
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Bank of Marin Running Festival Half Marathon Race Review & Recap
Disclaimer: I received a free entry to run the Bank of Marin Running Festival Half Marathon 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!
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I feel like I am writing race reviews & recaps every week now…
Which is definitely not a bad thing, by any means.
I have been running very well lately and have really enjoyed all of the races I have done.
This race was no different.
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Inspirational Wednesdays: Volume 67
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Tips for Saving Money on Racecations
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They say that “Running is cheaper than therapy”…
Which is totally false.
Running is NOT a cheap sport.
It is freaking expensive!
Running shoes,
running clothes,
electrolytes,
protein powder,
GU gels, Continue reading
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The SPI H2O Venture Series Hydration Belt by SPIbelt Review
***Disclaimer: I received the The SPI H2O Venture Hydration Belt by SPIbelt 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!
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I have another totally awesome product to review today and share with you.
YASSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!
If you have been in the business long enough,
(And by “business”- I mean the running business- because let’s be real here… running is totally like a second job)
You have probably heard of SPIbelt.
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Things That (As A Runner) I Can’t Stand!
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As a runner, there are certain things that really piss me off!
I am sure most people don’t understand, but maybe you (being a fellow runner) will agree with me…
1. When some moron sprints ahead and then stops in front of me in the middle of a race.
Pull your head out of your ass, man! I mean come on! It’s called peripheral vision, use it and check out your surroundings before you come to a complete freakin’ stop. I understand that you are tired, but really? Continue reading
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Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon Race Review & Recap (The 2016 Edition)
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On Saturday, May 7, 2016 I was the 2:30 pacer for the Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon.
This was my first assignment for Beast Pacing and what a day it was.
But, I am skipping ahead a little.
Let’s start at the beginning.
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Zensah Well Rounded Shorts Review
***Disclaimer: I received a pair of XX2i Bermuda 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!
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I hope you are having great weekend.
I definitely am enjoying myself and LOVED pacing at the Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon today.
Fortunately for me, it gave me yet another opportunity to run in my Zensah Well Rounded shorts.
If you follow me on Instagram, you have probably noticed that I have been running all over the place in these babies.
They are quickly becoming one of my favorite pairs of shorts.
I wore them last weekend when I PRed at the OC Half Marathon… Continue reading
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Foodie Friday: Roasted Veggie & Quinoa Salad
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After taking a few days off of running and getting some much needed rest, I am ready to rock the Santa Barbara Wine Country Half this weekend.
But! Not before sharing with you a delicious meal that I made last night.
It is no secret that I have a slight obsession with quinoa.
It is the perfect blend of carbs and protein.
And it is so good for you!
So, without further adieu!
I give you… Roasted Veggie & Quinoa Salad!
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The OC Half Marathon Race Review & Recap
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I am so excited to review and recap this race.
Obviously, if you read my blog post from Tuesday you know that I took over 6 minutes off of my time
aaaaaannnnnndddddd…
I am FINALLY back to running a sub 2 hour half marathon.
WOO WHOO!
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Why I’m thankful for my running injury.
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As many of you know, I ran the OC Half Marathon on Sunday.
Going into the race, I had set a pretty lofty goal for myself.
If you read my blog post last Thursday, you already know what I was scared sh*tless that I would not be able to achieve that goal.
Running a sub 2 half marathon was something that I had been dreaming about for the last few years.
I had done it once in my life.
Exactly once. Continue reading
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What am I afraid of?
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Happy day to you!
According to the race countdown thingy over there…
I have 3 days until the big day.
And by big day, I mean the OC Half Marathon.
You know, the race where I plan to blow my current (post-injury) PR out of the water?
I know I have NOT talked about this race before, so I can see where you could be lost.
(I’m using my sarcastic voice- in case you can’t hear it)
Yeah right.
I have talked about this race like 2 billion times (here, here, and here).
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Weird things runners do…
There is no doubt about it.
Runners are freaking weird.
I mean seriously.
We run long distances for fun.
Most people hate walking to the mailbox and we look forward to our long runs.
Like I said…
Weirdos.
You know how much I love “keeping it real”
So, let’s talk about just how weird we really are! Continue reading
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