As promised last week, today’s post has been written by my lovely fiance. He’ll be recapping his experience running the LA Marathon, including all the highs and lows of the day. Enjoy! So as you read on Friday, I was the lucky one to run the ASICS LA Marathon. And boy, what an experience it…
ASICS LA Marathon VIP Weekend Recap
Exactly a week ago, we were heading to Los Angeles for a busy weekend of marathon-related fun. It’s hard to believe it’s all over. I was asked to be part of the Team ASICS Challenge back in December, which Matt was also able to join, but due to ridiculous IT Band issues, I had to…
Marathon Training Update 3: Headed to LA!
T – 2 days until the ASICS LA Marathon! We’ve got our bags packed and the only thing standing between us and LA is the work day today. We’re super excited for our busy weekend, and when we return, Matt will be an official marathoner! If you haven’t been keeping up with our progress, then…
Two Words: LA Marathon
So guess what… This coming March, I will be running in the ASICS LA Marathon!!! This will be numero dos for me, with my first 26.2 being the Surf City Marathon two years ago. Last year, I was questioning whether I’d ever run a second marathon ever, but the people at ASICS recently approached me…
ASICS GEL-FIT SANA Training Shoe Review
If you were not already aware, my favorite athletic shoe brand is ASICS – just look at the picture below of my collection. (And that’s excluding a pair I just left in Chicago at my dad’s house.) Ever since my first race (half marathon) four years ago, I’ve been buying ASICS shoes, minus a pair…
The Burnt, Obnoxious, and Green
Top o’ the mornin’ to ya! How was your St. Patty’s Day?! Mine was spent like a true Irish gal… …getting burnt. Matt and I met up with some people for some beach volleyball. It was a bit chilly, though, with the sun only coming out when we were leaving. Oh well. Can’t complain when we’re…
How to Break in New Running Shoes
Before I get into how to break in new shoes, here’s a quick recap of my latest workouts. Today, I ran 4 miles at 34:35:39 (pace of 8:38) with random speed work thrown in. Feels good to sprint sometimes! Yesterday, I did my Feel the Burn Ab Circuit and the following walking routine on the treadmill:…
