"Disclaimer: I received a pair of Under Armour HOVR shoes to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!" The attention to detail on the UA HOVR shoes is indescribable as these lightweight shoes sure take comfort to another level. I specifically love the holes (aka vents) on the shoe that can help with sweaty, nasty feet. The colors on the shoes that I got were gorgeous, from the light teal to the marble found on the sole of the … [Read more...]
KT Tape {Review}
"Disclaimer: I received an XYZ to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!" According to their website, "KT Tape is an elastic sports tape designed to relieve pain while supporting muscles, tendons, and ligaments." Translation? KT Tape is life. I have issues with my knee and with plantar fasciitis, which KT Tape helps greatly with. Two summers ago, after physical therapy and visits with my chiropractor, she taped up my knee with KT Tape and I've … [Read more...]
Get Ready, Get Set: Ft. Lauderdale A1A Half Marathon
Disclaimer: I received free entry to XYZ race as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews! I've got my hotel booked, my registration is set, I've purchased my VIP parking at the finish line, and I am almost ready to head down to Ft. Lauderdale for a great run in the sun. Though, admittedly, I hope it isn't too hot. I've been running a few races here in Tampa Bay to get myself ready for the distance and I plan on picking up some gels to help fuel me during my … [Read more...]
Race Recap: St. Pete Run Fest
The St Pete Run Fest brought races back to Saint Pete. It has been a while since we've had half marathons here in Saint Pete, so I was excited to have an opportunity to run through this beautiful city. Packet pick-up was easy. They held it at the Mahaffey Theater and it coincided with the Saturday Market, which allowed runners to do a little bit of shopping from local vendors. Some races have vendors at packet pickup, but there weren't any vendors at the St Pete Run Fest packet pickup and I think it is because the Saturday Market was going on. I didn't wait very … [Read more...]
Training For: The Hot Chocolate 15K
“Disclaimer: I received a free entry to the Hot Chocolate Tampa 15K race as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!” TAMPA!! The chocolate is coming. Will you join me? Why? Running along Bayshore. Hello? Everyone loves the view. Have you seen the medal? Mind. Blown. Not only do you get the huge chocolate bar, but you get a boat keychain as well. Looking for a training plan? Hot Chocolate has been pretty good about emailing me my training … [Read more...]