It's that time of year! Time for all the bloggers to write gift guides on various topics. We'll tell you what to buy the runner in your life or what winter items to buy or what you should buy for the runner who isn't training right now. Most of the time, when I write a gift guide, I try to include things I've tried. I'd hate to suggest something that turns out to be awful. But I'm coming from a different perspective this time. As a Ragnar runner, here are 5 gifts that are on my Wish List. These fill NEEDS I have, therefor I believe they should be needed by all Ragnar runners. Sound logic, right? I don't actually have any of these, so don't blame me if they don't live up to their claims. Some of the links are affiliate links, which means if … [Read more...]
Runner Gifts for the Off Season
Disclaimer: Amazon links are affiliate links. Some products I was given for free. It's that time of year. No, not the holiday season. The off season. Most big fall races are done and it's not yet time to start training for the next big race. Most runners use this time to give their body a break and do some cross training. So, here's the perfect list of gifts to help a runner make the most of some down time. Runner Gifts for the Off Season by mcmmama on Polyvore Amazon.com : j/fit Dead Weight Slam Ball - 15 lb : Exercise Balls :... / Amazon.com : Bosu Balance Trainer, Pink : Balance Boards : Sports &... / Amazon.com : Concept2 Model D Indoor Rowing Machine (Light Gray) with... / Amazon.com : TRX Training - … [Read more...]
Perfect gifts for the runner in your life
Yes, it's that time of year again! I've already been seeing "Black Friday" emails in my inbox. Must be time to figure out what to buy the runner in your life. With our usual perfect timing, today's Tuesdays on the Run topic is "gift lists"! Tell us what is on yours or share what your favorites from this year are. We all want to know. (OK, maybe I want to go window shopping on your posts so I can tell Beer Geek what I want...) ** Disclaimer: There are affiliate links below which means I make a little bit of money if you buy through them. I'm also an ambassador for several of the products or received some for free, but all opinions are my own.** Give the Gift of Health Gym membership - be sure to make sure it has good child care if … [Read more...]
5 Gifts for the Mother Runner in your Life
Looking for the perfect gift for the Mother Runner in your life? I'm a huge fan of experiences over things (despite my obvious addiction to Skirt Sports LOL), so here's what I'd love to receive. A race entry - Spring is race season. Give that special mom in your life a race entry of her favorite distance. Bonus points if you handle the kids before the race and meet her afterwards and take her to brunch. A night in a hotel - by herself - the night before a race. Do I even need to explain this one??? A day at a spa- After a long race or a long training season, or heck even a long night with a crabby kid, every mom needs a little me time and what better way to get it than in a place that pampers you?? A training program - If … [Read more...]
