Thanks to the Friday Five link-up with Mar, Cynthia, and Courtney, I’m offering five races you need to experience! And, don’t worry because I am offering you some races that are still taking registrations and races that you can throw your name in the hat via their lottery systems. Plus, there is a little bit for everyone with a variety of distances! Beach to Beacon 10k: This is hands down one of my favorite races. I love Maine and the execution of {Read More}
The one way to stick out as a Ragnar Relay newbie is to have a lame van. Yup, you read that right. You do not want to be the odd van out and show up to the starting line with a plain, white van. BORING! Here are my van decorating tips & lessons learned from relays past: 1.) You have your team name… Run with it! Make funny slogans and get creative! Combine that with the location and the options are {Read More}
This is the running happy face you hope to achieve at all races, right? Well, today, I’m linking up with the DC Trifecta to run down memory lane with my 5 favorite race memories. Thanks for hosting Cynthia, Mar and Courtney! 1.) My first half marathon was so tough, yet so rewarding. After having Cora, I fell back into my running groove thanks to my friend Caitlin. After running a 10k together, we decided we could tackle a half… and {Read More}
The 198 mile Hood to Coast adventure ends in Seaside, Oregon. Since I ran with Van 1, we had a little bit of time to rest and relax before meeting our Van 2 runners at the finish line. We took advantage of the opportunity to shower before making out way down to the shore for some much needed food and beer. Then it was off to the shoreline to dip our toes in the chilly water before we made our {Read More}
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}
Van #1 for Nuun’s Team Lemonade had the privilege of driving to the starting line of Hood to Coast and taking in the incredible views from Mount Hood. Since this was my first trip to the Pacific Northwest, I was in awe of the scenery. We made it to the top with just about an hour to spare so we didn’t have too much time to goof off. Nuun tattoos, Sparkle Skirts, obligatory photos with Mount Hood… check, check, and {Read More}
