First off, sorry for the delay on this. The winner of the Gotein giveaway is…
Brandi at Chronicles of a Mama on the Move. Brandi, shoot me an email at mom2shoo at gmail.com and I’ll get the samples right out.
And now on to the mini-giveaway…
I recently discovered that I have a huge collection of Gu, some of which need to be used sooner rather than later. Since I’m not actually training those kind of miles right now, I have no need for them. I also got a great deal on some of the new nuun flavors and would like to share one of the flavors with you. And who knows what all else I’ll find in the drawer in the next week…
So, want in on the random giveaway of stuff from my running supplies drawer? Here’s how to enter.
Ask me a question.
That’s it. It can be about running and coaching, it can be about DC, it can be about me, whatever.
The next few weeks are going to be crazy as I juggle my kids not being in camp, trying to get my running up to speed (or at least distance LOL), and working as many hours as I can manage for my friend. So, I expect my blog creativity will be at an all time low. Send me something to talk about LOL.
Giveaway ends Sunday July 17th at midnight.
In random news, I’ve now run two three mile runs without pain and without soreness afterwards. In fact, my legs feel the best they have in ages. The only change I’ve made (and admittedly it’s a big one) is that I’m running in my Saucony Triumphs again. I’d still like to work on the barefoot running thing, but I REALLY need to be back up and running for my upcoming 10k’s and this is what’s working right now. {{{Shrug}}}
Disclaimer: I paid for all the random stuff that will be given away
What is the hardest mental race you've ever run? Happy Tuesday girl!
What is the hardest mental race you've ever run? Happy Tuesday girl!
Hey MCM Mama! I'm in northern Virginia (live in Chantilly, work in Arlington) and looking for some new trails or running routes. Love the W&OD, and the Mount Vernon, but I'm ready to branch out. Any favorite running spots??
Hey MCM Mama! I'm in northern Virginia (live in Chantilly, work in Arlington) and looking for some new trails or running routes. Love the W&OD, and the Mount Vernon, but I'm ready to branch out. Any favorite running spots??
Yay for some pain-free running!I can always use more Gu and Nuun!Tell me: when is the BEST time of year to visit DC?
Yay for some pain-free running!I can always use more Gu and Nuun!Tell me: when is the BEST time of year to visit DC?
my question is about when you first started running…How did you push through despite feeling less than accomplished following some runs? I wanna be a runner, not looking to give up so I am looking for ideas on how to shut the chatter up in my brain… if you know what I mean.
my question is about when you first started running…How did you push through despite feeling less than accomplished following some runs? I wanna be a runner, not looking to give up so I am looking for ideas on how to shut the chatter up in my brain… if you know what I mean.
What is your favorite time of day to run and why?
What is your favorite time of day to run and why?
My daughter wants to run a race with me, but I know she couldn't complete a 5k distance yet. (She more of a sprinter at this age!) While I don't expect her to run the whole thing, I also don't want to have to end up carrying her the last 2 miles. What's the best way to work with her to teach her about endurance/distance while still keeping it light, fun and safe?
My daughter wants to run a race with me, but I know she couldn't complete a 5k distance yet. (She more of a sprinter at this age!) While I don't expect her to run the whole thing, I also don't want to have to end up carrying her the last 2 miles. What's the best way to work with her to teach her about endurance/distance while still keeping it light, fun and safe?
What is your favorite form of cross training and how do you think it most benefits your running?
What is your favorite form of cross training and how do you think it most benefits your running?
How do you handle a race that you didnt do as good as you were hoping?I just bought some Saucony Kinvara 2. I am really liking them to. I to have stepped back from my vff's. I got together with Barefoot Angie Bee last Friday. She is amazing. She help me with alot of stuff. I thought my form was good, but it was way off. I have a lot of things to work on. So I'm starting from stratch. As I always say I'm work in progress
How do you handle a race that you didnt do as good as you were hoping?I just bought some Saucony Kinvara 2. I am really liking them to. I to have stepped back from my vff's. I got together with Barefoot Angie Bee last Friday. She is amazing. She help me with alot of stuff. I thought my form was good, but it was way off. I have a lot of things to work on. So I'm starting from stratch. As I always say I'm work in progress
What are some staples that you use while running? Clothes, shoes, drinks and gels??
What are some staples that you use while running? Clothes, shoes, drinks and gels??
You've run in a lot of different footwear options (barefoot, vibrams, merrels, regular shoes, etc). Which is your FAVORITE?
You've run in a lot of different footwear options (barefoot, vibrams, merrels, regular shoes, etc). Which is your FAVORITE?
Two 3 mile runs without pain?!! That is great news!!
Two 3 mile runs without pain?!! That is great news!!
How soon did you run after kids? Oh and Gu and Nuun was my staple for my marathon last week!! LOVED Nuun!!!
How soon did you run after kids? Oh and Gu and Nuun was my staple for my marathon last week!! LOVED Nuun!!!
If you had to drink one flavor of nuun and use one flavor of GU for the rest of your running career, what would you choose?
If you had to drink one flavor of nuun and use one flavor of GU for the rest of your running career, what would you choose?
What are the best running shorts you've ever worn? And what is your favorite distance?
What are the best running shorts you've ever worn? And what is your favorite distance?
My question is about you being a running coach . . . how did you get started and how did you get clients?
My question is about you being a running coach . . . how did you get started and how did you get clients?
If you've answered this before, sorry:What do you do to prevent cramping during marathons?I have this problem only during marathons, and I've tried the Salt Sticks with no luck.
If you've answered this before, sorry:What do you do to prevent cramping during marathons?I have this problem only during marathons, and I've tried the Salt Sticks with no luck.
no need to enter me, I just wanted to say WOHOO on 3 miles pain free
no need to enter me, I just wanted to say WOHOO on 3 miles pain free
I see that you have GU Roctane in the photo. Have you noticed a difference using gels w/ caffeine?
I see that you have GU Roctane in the photo. Have you noticed a difference using gels w/ caffeine?
I'm a massive history nerd: is the Library of Congress as cool as it sounds? Or do locals avoid it and leave it to the tourists?
I'm a massive history nerd: is the Library of Congress as cool as it sounds? Or do locals avoid it and leave it to the tourists?
I am really poor at thinking of questions..lol..so what is your fav food? :)ksceviour at hotmail dot com
I am really poor at thinking of questions..lol..so what is your fav food? :)ksceviour at hotmail dot com
how are you planning on juggling kids and workouts and preserving sanity? I am soooo lost in this regard 😛
how are you planning on juggling kids and workouts and preserving sanity? I am soooo lost in this regard 😛
What training plan plan did you use for your first marathon? Did you make changes for your plan for your second?
What training plan plan did you use for your first marathon? Did you make changes for your plan for your second?
I'm just starting to train for my first half, and I wonder: what do you do to keep your brain entertained over the miles?
I'm just starting to train for my first half, and I wonder: what do you do to keep your brain entertained over the miles?
What is your favorite beer?
What is your favorite beer?
What is the one item you MUST have on a run?
What is the one item you MUST have on a run?
Yoga…yes or no?
Yoga…yes or no?
I need running shorts that don't ride up (cuz, I have thunder thighs, whatever) I find that my shorts on a run ride up my thighs and the friction gets uncomfortable.
I need running shorts that don't ride up (cuz, I have thunder thighs, whatever) I find that my shorts on a run ride up my thighs and the friction gets uncomfortable.
What do you think about/tell yourself when a run gets really hard and you want to keep pushing?
What do you think about/tell yourself when a run gets really hard and you want to keep pushing?
How did you start over after each pregnancy? I'm 29 weeks along now with #2 and am nervous about starting over in the fall. I have big plans for running the National and Pittsburgh 1/2 in Spring 2012 and a full in the fall 2012. As a coach and a mom, what do you recommend?
How did you start over after each pregnancy? I'm 29 weeks along now with #2 and am nervous about starting over in the fall. I have big plans for running the National and Pittsburgh 1/2 in Spring 2012 and a full in the fall 2012. As a coach and a mom, what do you recommend?
I am new to your blog so if you have discussed this a lot, I apologize! I am training for my first marathon so my question is…what is the #1 piece of advice you would give to a newbie like me?
I am new to your blog so if you have discussed this a lot, I apologize! I am training for my first marathon so my question is…what is the #1 piece of advice you would give to a newbie like me?
What is your favorite pre-run meal? I've been wanting to try nuun.
What is your favorite pre-run meal? I've been wanting to try nuun.
What is your least favorite distance to race and how do you get through it?
What is your least favorite distance to race and how do you get through it?
When is the best time of year to visit your area? And is there a good race during that time? 🙂
When is the best time of year to visit your area? And is there a good race during that time? 🙂
If you could run one marathon in the world, with no training & no financial limitations…. which one would you choose?
If you could run one marathon in the world, with no training & no financial limitations…. which one would you choose?