This weekend I ran my first ever 10k not only since I've started my half marathon training, but in general. 3 years ago I did the 40 mile bike ride and even thought I was technically a DNF that race, I loved how it was organized. I had planned to go back the next year for the 60 mile ride, but I was 7 months pregnant with Baby D so that wasn't going to happen... Flash forward to this year, and … [Read more...]
Love Lorna Jane + $50 Giveaway
A little over a year ago I saw brand that was new to me popping up on some of my favorite fitness social media accounts. Instantly I LOVED the designs. They were sleek, feminine, and functional. I quickly learned that Lorna Jane was a brand that was out to inspire woman to live active lives. In order to help support women in the Active Living endeavor Australian born Lorna Jane Clarkson created … [Read more...]
Half Marathon Training Week 7 + Red Rock 5k Race Recap
OMG! There are less than 60 days until I'm running my first half marathon on the Las Vegas strip. Compared to week 6 where I was struggling to find time to get my runs in my half marathon training for week 7 went great! Actually, that's not true. This week was exactly what I needed. I pushed through all my runs. I really let my body start to do it for me. I'm actually thinking this coming … [Read more...]
CEP Compression Socks Review & Giveaway
If you haven't been following my blog, I signed up for my first half marathon on November 16, 2014. I've never been a runner. In fact, I've actually written a post on why I will never be a runner. However, time and time again I get this urge to try again. I'm so glad I did. This time around running (although I'm very slow) seems to be sticking with me. It's my "me time", and something I've … [Read more...]
Half Marathon Training Recap: Week 4, 5, and 6
** I'm hosting a Diet Bet that starts on 9/16! I'd love to have you join! Last time we had a combined weight loss of 721lbs and people won over $50! Join in at http://www.dietbetter.com/knightlife! $25 to play, 4 weeks to lose 4% of your body weight! I loved the support of the last group! JOIN HERE!** How is it possible that I am already at the end of my 6th week of my half marathon training? … [Read more...]