i just realized that in the last 2-3 weeks i've acquired quite a number of new "toys" for my running. yet i also seem to want more. here are a few of my latest purchases:
FINALLY! A WATCH! and on clearance at target, so how could i pass it up?! i was worried i wouldn't like how it felt or how the sweat would collect under the band, but i'm finding it very comfortable, both when i'm running and when i'm not. the only thing i seem to forget is to stop the watch when i'm done. so i have this random endless last lap at the end of all my workouts. and my watch is pink, not this blue...i feel appropriately sporty, yet chic.
especially when paired with my new running skirt! i heart heart heart running skirts. shorty shorts were never that flattering on me, but shorty skirts, well who can't help but look super flirty?! and guess what ladies, they're on sale at
skirtsports.com. well kinda. they're running a promotion to trade in your old running shorts for a pair of their skirts at 45% off.. you can either do it through the mail or through a local participating retailer. in my opinion, skirts are far more comfortable and for my legs, much more flattering.
that being said, i bought a pair of cycling/tri shorts with the crotch padding and the leg grippy things. the most unflattering item of clothing i own, except that they have butt enhancing properties. and they make spinning bearable. i should've picked up two pairs since they were half off, but i'm still a little too shy to jump on the cycling bandwagon. especially since i don't even have a bike yet!!
i've been wanting this little gadget for forever! i even got a free shoe wallet at fleet feet, so i was set to go with out having to buy nike shoes. it keeps track of distance and speed, and can even log your workout online. when motivation is waning , you can conjure up your "power song" with a push of a button. it also has verbal motivation whenever you want it. you can also challenge other runners (or yourself) to meet certain distance, speed, or calorie goals.
speaking of motivation, these cadences absolutely ROCK! i also downloaded a few of the men's cadences. i find they're 1. entertaining 2. help you keep your mind off of running 3. make you feel like part of a big group, even if you're running alone. they helped me keep a good even pace for my 10k race. i think they'll be good to use for tempo runs and sprinkled into my long run playlists.
FINALLY! A WATCH! and on clearance at target, so how could i pass it up?! i was worried i wouldn't like how it felt or how the sweat would collect under the band, but i'm finding it very comfortable, both when i'm running and when i'm not. the only thing i seem to forget is to stop the watch when i'm done. so i have this random endless last lap at the end of all my workouts. and my watch is pink, not this blue...i feel appropriately sporty, yet chic. 
especially when paired with my new running skirt! i heart heart heart running skirts. shorty shorts were never that flattering on me, but shorty skirts, well who can't help but look super flirty?! and guess what ladies, they're on sale at skirtsports.com. well kinda. they're running a promotion to trade in your old running shorts for a pair of their skirts at 45% off.. you can either do it through the mail or through a local participating retailer. in my opinion, skirts are far more comfortable and for my legs, much more flattering.
that being said, i bought a pair of cycling/tri shorts with the crotch padding and the leg grippy things. the most unflattering item of clothing i own, except that they have butt enhancing properties. and they make spinning bearable. i should've picked up two pairs since they were half off, but i'm still a little too shy to jump on the cycling bandwagon. especially since i don't even have a bike yet!!
i've been wanting this little gadget for forever! i even got a free shoe wallet at fleet feet, so i was set to go with out having to buy nike shoes. it keeps track of distance and speed, and can even log your workout online. when motivation is waning , you can conjure up your "power song" with a push of a button. it also has verbal motivation whenever you want it. you can also challenge other runners (or yourself) to meet certain distance, speed, or calorie goals.
speaking of motivation, these cadences absolutely ROCK! i also downloaded a few of the men's cadences. i find they're 1. entertaining 2. help you keep your mind off of running 3. make you feel like part of a big group, even if you're running alone. they helped me keep a good even pace for my 10k race. i think they'll be good to use for tempo runs and sprinkled into my long run playlists.
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Congratulations on your extended distance 10K PR this past Sunday. This is the second race I've read about in the past two weeks where the race volunteers directed people in the wrong direction!
And great new gear. I don't pretend to understand running skirts, but if it works for you ... it works for me.
for some reason i can't get your photos to load :(
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