Review and Giveaway: Swiftwick Socks

Disclaimer:  The following post is a product review and giveaway.  As a member of Nuun Hydration’s Hood to Coast relay team, I was provided with two pairs of Swiftwick socks.  Swiftwick is also sponsoring the giveaway of one $25.00 Swiftwick gift certificate for one of my followers.   As always, all opinions are my own. I am perpetually on a quest for happy feet.  When re-entered the running world a few years ago, I quickly learned the importance of socks {Read More}

198 Miles from Hood to Coast

The Hood to Coast relay covers 198 Miles from Mount Hood to Seaside, Oregon. Laura had the honor of starting off Team Lemonade at Mount Hood.  She was followed up by the lovely Leslie.  And before I could wrap my head around what was about to happen, it was my turn to run down the mountain! Leg #3-  3.93 Miles/Easy Rating  –  HTC Predicted Finishing Time: 30:27 (7:44/mile)  Actual Finishing Time: 29:11 (7:22/mile) I heard rumors that Leg #3 was {Read More}

Dear Nuun,

I just wanted to openly thank you for the opportunity to run Hood to Coast.  But, I have to admit, that saying thank you just doesn’t seem to be enough.  When I applied to run Hood to Coast with Nuun, I knew the race itself was going to be an awesome adventure.  What I didn’t realize was the amount of growth that can occur during a short weekend away from the daily grind. I am  so incredibly thankful for the {Read More}