Running Stuff

Every girl needs some new stuff now and then.  For me, having gear for working out will make a huge difference.  Hear are a few things that might be nice (That was a not-so-subtle hint to the powers that be!)

A hand or wrist holder for my cell phone and keys.

One of these would be fantastic, but the expense is more than a little overwhelming.  I like the idea of the biking and swimming information as well as the running.  Since my goal is to eventually complete a triathalon, this would be a great tool to use!

I would also love some really good workout clothes.  Finding things in my size is always tricky, and it is usually a cotton blend that hangs onto my sweat instead of sending it away.  Bike Shorts  T-Shirts  Capris  I must admit that I am a warm person naturally, so staying cool is important to me when I work out.

I love these water bottles, but carrying them would be a pain.  I found this sleeve for the water bottle, but I'm not sure how well it would work.

Does anyone have any thoughts about running gear?  Wanna share?

Elliptical Adjustment!

I really enjoy using www.runkeeper.com to record my workouts, but I was really struggling with the calculations for strides to miles.  I found a new one.

I just need to divide stride count by 1320!

That makes so much more sense.  I was averaging 30 minute miles, and I knew that wasn't right!  Now the distances and times make a lot more sense.

My Second Race

Last time I told you about the Red Kettle Run October 2011.  I'm so excited about the same run this fall!.

My second "race" was the Dorothy Dash, part of the Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz - Olathe, Kansas on Saturday, April 21, 2012.

I didn't even come in last place, which was awesome!!!  (I was 375/379) even though I was the last run/walker who got counted under the pacing.  I averaged 19 minutes 22 seconds per mile and it took me 1 hour and 10.28 seconds to complete the race.  I know this because they tied a little microchip to my shoelace.  (If you want to see the horrible pictures of me...  click here.  They are NOT PRETTY!)

Janelle and Wendy (pictured above) ran the Wickedly Fast Half the same day I did the Dorothy Dash.  My friends Kris, Jessica and Molly also ran the 5K the day that I did, but I don't have a picture of them.  My goal for next year's Dorothy Dash is to jog the whole distance.

Getting up early in the mornings is helping my workout routine so much!  I'm in a better mood the whole day, and I sleep better at night.  I also get a lot more done earlier in the day, so when my family comes home, I am ready for quality time with them, without the hassle of getting "my stuff" done.  Another side benefit is that I am starving for breakfast, which means I am actually eating breakfast!

My biggest thing is figuring out what my rewards should be for working out.  I thought about making my reward for each race I do signing up for my next race, but I need something a little more frequent than that.  I thought about getting a pedicure each month I workout at least 5 days per week...  But then, there is the shopping...  Tune in to see what running gear I would love to have!

Long Time...

I'm really good at starting plans...

Not so great at finishing them.

This week, I kicked back in to my workout gear with the start of seminary for Hailey.  This is by far the best workout opportunity I have had.

I get up, check for a job, then take the seminary carpool to the church.  From there, I either walk, or go to workout with Shauna.  I love it.

My next event is the Red Kettle Run on October 27, 2012 in Omaha, NE.  This fun run/walk is a food drive for the Salvation Army, so registration is either $10, or 10 non-perishable food items.  Last year, a group of my friends joined me and we had such a great time.  For my first "race", it was a good one.  I came in at just under an hour - walked SLOWLY the whole way, but I did it.

If you are in the area of Omaha, and want a fun race, join me the morning of Saturday, October 27th, 2012 at 9am!  It's totally fun!