This summer, my workout routine has been pretty...routine. I typically aim to do 5 workouts a week, with 2-3 days being running, 1-2 days for Pure Barre classes, and another day is typically doing strength training at a group exercise class at work (i.e.- Muscle Scuplt or Tabata). I'm not really doing any training for anything, besides my 2014 schedule of races. I just discovered a free run club in the area and met up with a friend for their Tuesday speed workouts. I couldn't remember the Read More
Fort2Base Giveaway!
I can't believe August is tomorrow (where is summer going?!) Regardless, I made a goal for myself to run one race a month. My race for August is Fort2Base. I wrote all about it here, but in short, it's a challenging and unique race where civilians get a glimpse at the military base! There are two race distances: 10 nautical miles (11.5 miles), which begins at historic Fort Sheridan and end at Naval Station Great Lakes via the spectacular Green Bay Trail. I did this race last year and really Read More
2014 Race Discounts and Running Schedule
Source This year, I decided to run one race a month during what I consider to be the decent weather months, so not including Dec through March due to the snow-pocalypse in Chicago. So far, I've stuck to it. I've also been complementing my running with Pure Barre classes and a group fitness class like Tabata or Body Pump at work here and there and I feel like it's been a great mix for me...I'm very pleased with my times from my 2014 running schedule thus far! April Ringing in Spring 10k Read More
Weekend Randoms: Fun Run, Pancakes and Deck-orating
This morning, I hosted my first Fort 2 Base fun run (with another race ambassador). It was so nice to meet some new people, get in some miles and give away some free race entries and swag! The humidity was really ridiculous, so I’m glad we finished when we did. I also tested out the trail shoes that I received from Mizuno via Fitfluential. LOVE them! Review coming later… As for Fort2Base, if you are interested in running either the 3 or 10 nautical mile race on August 24, sign up at Read More
2014 Fort2Base Discount Code & Fun Run
Last year was my first year participating in Fort2Base as a race ambassador (recap here). This year, I am back as a race ambassador and am excited to take part in this great race again! August 24, 2014 marks the 4th annual Fort2Base race. It’s a rare opportunity for civilians to get a peek at Illinois' military command and training centers and beautiful vistas of the North Shore. Participants have a choice of two race distances: 10 nautical miles (11.5 miles), which begins at Read More
Fort2Base 10NM Recap | Workout Log
Workout log for August 19 - August 25: August 19: Body Pump class with Katie August 20: rest August 21: rest August 22: 3.12 miles, Time: 28:58, Pace: 9:17 + 1.25 mile walk with Izzy August 23: rest August 24: 3.1 miles, Time: 28:39, Pace: 9:14 August 25: 11.5 miles at Fort2Base, Time: 1:44:03, Pace: 9:03 Fort2Base 10 Nautical Mile Race (11.5 Miles)- August 25, 2013 Fort Sheridan to Great Lakes Naval Station | Time: 1:44:03 (9:03 pace)- PR! As part of my summer goals, I wanted to Read More
Workout Log | Twas the week before race day…
Workout log for August 12 - August 18: August 12: Step class with weights + ab exercises + 1.25 mile walk with Izzy August 13: Jillian Michaels Shred it With Weights DVD (30 min) + 1.25 mile walk with Izzy August 14: rest August 15: rest August 16: 2.87 miles, Time: 28:01, Pace: 9:46 August 17: 8 miles with Emily and Kim, Time: 1:14:37, Pace: 9:28 August 18: 3.13 miles, Time: 30:08, Pace: 9:38 Highlight of the week: running with Emily and Kim! I got to "sleep in" a bit and do a long Read More
