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Friday Favorites

January 18, 2013 by Kristy 8 Comments

Three running-related things I’m loving right now…

1.   Reebok’s Performance Slim Motion Fit Capri
I picked these up at Dick’s Sporting Goods after Christmas (for $28 – score!).  I love capris – I never wear full length running tights – but I only have 3 pairs from lululemon.  I love my lulus but didn’t feel like spending an exorbitant amount of money on what I’d consider an “extra” pair.  I was totally shocked that the Reebok capris fit better than Nike.  They have a nice wide (but tight) waistband so they don’t fall down.  They are not baggy in the calves like pictured below – they fit just like running tights would.

reebok

2.  Headlamp
Another Dick’s purchase after Christmas – I think the brand was Princeton Tec?  This is a definite must for the next 2 months.  I was using Knuckle Lights but they started to dim and I could only use 1 at a time since I also carry a water bottle.  When paired with a hat, I feel less like a coal miner.

headlamp

3.  Amphipod Handheld In-Touch
I love Amphipod’s handheld water bottles.  I’ve been waiting and waiting for them to come out with a handheld that also holds your iPhone.  Finally!  This is just as comfortable as their other handhelds and I barely notice the slight increase in weight.  Another must for dark mornings!

amphipod

What are you loving right now?

(Semi) Wordless Wednesday

October 26, 2011 by Kristy 17 Comments

10/26/11
6 miles easy / 55:36 / 9:16 avg pace

1.  I got my Knuckle Lights in the mail yesterday and they are awesome.  They are comfortable, provide enough light (but not too much), and they are discreet.  Call me vain but I can’t see myself wearing a headlamp ever.

front view
back view (with Hawk)

2.  I posted this a long time ago, when I had about 5 readers.  I’m sure many of you have seen it (or a variation of it) but I promise you will laugh.  It’s worth the 2 minutes and 23 seconds.  I swear this is what my co-workers think of me.

3.  Lastly, just because he is so darn cute.

Have you seen the “I’m a Runner” video?  They have a ton of different ones and they are all hysterical!

The Waiting Game

October 18, 2011 by Kristy 18 Comments

10/18/11
8 miles / 1:08 / 8:30 avg pace
*progression run 

The best things in life come to those who wait…sometimes.  Ugh, the waiting game.  Not one of my strong suits due to my lack of patience. Lately, I feel like I have been waiting for everything.  Big stuff, small stuff, whatever.  The B.A.A. tested my patience last month and I waited.  I feel like that kicked-off a waiting frenzy.

What exactly am I waiting for?  Here’s the list…both big and small.

  • Work-related news.  Which could be good, bad, or just meh.  That’s a biggie.
  • Daylight savings.  I’m sure you early morning runners can sympathize.  I can’t wait until November 6.  A 7:15am sunrise is just way too late.
  • Knuckle lights…on backorder.  Apparently Alyssa mentions them on her blog and starts a knuckle light craze 😉  Thankfully they should come in this week.  Just in time for daylight savings.
  • This fabulous Fall/Spring coat…also on backorder.  I decided to live on the edge and not get all black.  I hope it doesn’t snow before I wear it.


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  • Holidays.  I can’t wait for Thanksgiving and Christmas.  Decorating, cookies, Turkey Trots, and taking Hawk to see Santa (oh yes we do).

What are you waiting for these days…big or small?

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