Lindi Skin Product Review

Image: Lindi Skin A few weeks ago I was contacted about an opportunity to review a few products from a skin care line.  What good timing as (1) My skin was feeling the effects of winter (dry dry dry), (2) My current skin care products were running low, and (3) I wanted to explore other brands at different price points (and potentially save money); enter Lindi Skin, "Skincare on a Mission".  CEO Lindy Synder founded the company when she noticed…

Friday Five – Upcoming Spring Races

Today is Friday! Which means I'll be heading to Virginia Beach, VA for Shamrock Weekend (here is my Five Things Shamrock post).  Today I am linking up with Mar, Courtney, and Cynthia and the theme is "Spring".  Given today is the first day of Spring, I thought it would be appropriate to share my Upcoming Spring Races post Shamrock. 1. Philadelphia LOVE Run Half Marathon Image: Philadelphia LOVE Run Half Marathon Home of my half marathon PR, I will be…

30 before 30 List….Wait I Just Turned 32!

Yesterday I celebrated my 32nd birthday with a nice quiet dinner with Cliff.  Of course a food pic for you:  I can't believe its already been two years since I entered my 30s (and I love it so far)!  On each birthday since turning the big 3-0 I return to my "30 before 30" list; which I created shortly after turning 29.  Obviously I did not check everything off the list before I turned 30, but eventually I'll get through them.  I thought it…

2015 Across the Bay 10K Registration Code

Remember that time I ran across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge?    The Across the Bay 10K is returning this year on Sunday November 8, 2015 and I hope to see you there! Disclosure: I signed up for the Across the Bay 10K with my own money through Priority Registration.  All thoughts and opinions on the blog are my own.  I wanted to share this code with my fellow runners :)  Race organizers reached out to me with a registration link and code…

2015 Rock ‘n’ Roll DC 5K Race Recap

When I first shared my 2015 race schedule in January, I was only planning on running the St. Pat's 5K and 10K (Double), Shamrock 8K and Half (Dolphin Challenge), and the Philadelphia LOVE Run Half Marathon.  I know...I know.... "only"...you can roll your eyes :)  After some catch up time on the Rock 'n' Roll DC Facebook page... I saw this:Image: Rock 'n' Roll DC Facebook Adorable...right!? I really dug this year's 5K medal and timing-wise it was early enough…

Shamrock Half Training 3/9-3/15 – Week 8

This Friday I will be heading down to Virginia Beach for Shamrock Weekend.  So far the forecast is looking good....59°F/Partly Sunny on Saturday and 47°F/Partly Cloudy on Sunday. Monday 3/9 - 1/2 mile + 45 minutes personal training Tuesday 3/10 - Rest day Wednesday 3/11 - 1/2 mile Thursday 3/12 - 3 miles + 6o minutes personal training Friday 3/13 - 1.5 miles Saturday 3/14 - 1 mile walk + Rock 'n' Roll DC 5K + 1 mile walk + 60 minutes yoga Sunday 3/15 - Rest…

Friday Five – Things Shamrock Weekend

Hello Friday! Amazing how the weather has gone from this.... ....to this...in one week (okay...I kid.. there are no palm trees in DC, this is a pic from the U.S Botanical Gardens. You know what I mean :)  As per usual, today I am linking up with Mar, Courtney, and Cynthia. In eight days I will be running my first race of the Dolphin Challenge (8K and Half Marathon).  I thought it would be fun to share Five Things Shamrock…

March Madness-Chicago Marathon-Lottery #1

Yesterday the Chicago Marathon opened up its lottery application (runners with guranteed entry could also sign up at this time).  It was fun to see #ChiMarathon references on FB, Twitter, IG, and blog posts. As you all know, Chicago is my first choice for a fall marathon.  I submitted my application and the wait begins! PS - the application process is so easy, plus there was no processing/application fee involved. Did you enter the Chicago Marathon lottery? Running with a charity?…

2015 St. Pat’s 5K and 10K (Double) Race Recap

Last year I participated in Pacers' St. Patrick's Day 8K.  The race was flat, festive, and the start of what was a memorable spring season.  When Pacer's released their event 2015 schedule, I was delighted to see a page for the St. Pat's 10K, 5K, Double and Leap. Image: Pacers Running Pacers was bringing back the 10K! Runners had the option to sign up for the 10K, 5K or both (the Double).  Double participants would receive a finisher's medal - ummm…

Shamrock Half Training 3/2-3/8 – Week 7

March 9, 2015 And just like that...less than two weeks until Shamrock weekend! Image: Shamrock Marathon Monday 3/2 - Rest day Tuesday 3/3 - 1 mile + 60 minutes personal training Wednesday 3/4 - Rest day  Thursday 3/5 - 1.65 miles Friday 3/6 - 1.1 miles Saturday 3/7 - 9 miles + 60 minutes personal training Sunday 3/8 - 60 minutes yoga Total: 12.75 miles While work has still been a bit busy, I am glad I was able to…