The plus and minus of not getting up when my alarm clock goes off in the morning:
Minus—> I absolutely love getting my workout done first thing in the morning and finished before I even really realize what I am doing. With each minute of the day that goes by I get lazier and lazier and less likely to work out.
Plus—–> I got to run side by side on treadmills at the gym with my sister and talk the entire 8 miles. I wish you guys got to know her in real life because you would then understand why I go on and on and on about how awesome she is.
The reason it looks like I haven’t seen the light of day for months is because I don’t think I have actually been outside in the daylight longer than running from my car to the gym in months.
Stretching and talking to my brother on the phone at the same time… multi-tasking at its finest. She really loves it when I take pictures of her without her even knowing.
I love adding spinach to my soup as it is cooking to get some move veggies in. I also really love dipping my Wheat Thins into my soup to get some more carbs and deliciousness in.
I have a giveaway that may help you during these cold weather months!
Who else does this:
Brooks (not to be confused with Brooke… No, I did not name her after Brooks Running (I have loved the name Brooke since I was a little girl) but it is kind of fun)) is giving away a pair of the Seamless Arm Warmers, the Utopia 3-In-1 Mitten IIs and the Infiniti Headband to one lucky reader!
The winner will be picked on Friday (12/13/13)!!!
To enter just leave a comment telling me anything you want!
1,752 comments
Jennifer Burns
I would love to have these! And, Minestrone soup with crackers sounds really good!
Candice
I totally need those with this cold spell we’re having!
Kate
Hello, Janae and Brooke! I’m a fellow runner-high-school-teacher-single-mom(to Sophie) with cold hands when I run. I always wear random old maroon sweatpants and layers of ripped long johns, but I would feel so fancy with those nice extras.
Ashley
I try not to be a baby about cold temps but these brooks accessories would help me suck it up and get out there in single digit weather!!
Alaina @ MerryMarathoner
I’ve never tried arm warmers, but I’ve been wanting to. They seem like they’d be perfect for Las Vegas weather where it gets a bit chilly, but not really.
I also really need a new pair of running mittens. I lost mine somewhere on my trip to Memphis this past week for the St. Jude Memphis Marathon that I didn’t get to run because it was cancelled.
Stephanie
I could eat soup all winter long. Also thanks for the giveaway.
Brittany M
I seemed to have lost ONE of my running gloves in the past week… at least I still have one glove left to wipe my nose with!
Danielle
Although the snow is beautiful I miss warm sunny days!
Tiffany
Your updates about Utah weather puts San Diego to shame…people are FREAKING out because it is 40 F out! I haven’t seen people this bundled up in a long time. I didn’t even know stores in San Diego sold parkas (kidding). But hey, it’s not our fault we are weather spoiled… ;)
Courtney @ CardioQueen
These would be so fun to win! I bought that soup this week and can’t wait to try it!
As a sidenote, can I just say that I love that you’re one of the only bloggers I know who still does classic “comment to enter the giveaway” posts. I know that bloggers have to get their name out there and usually the product their giving away too, so I understand, but I love that you don’t have things like “Like me on facebook, tweet this giveaway, subscribe, like them on facebook, etc.” I appreciate and love that you seem so laid back with this! It makes the giveaways way more fun to me. :)
Kristen
I could use some cold weather gear!
Valerie
I’m making a Christmas gift basket for someone filled with Trader Joe’s items!!! I think the recipient is going to love it ;)
Anna - Piper's Run
I had the best run on Sunday – a 5k Santa Fun Run – so easy and laid back. Makes me want to do it again today :)
Sharon
Love love love this giveaway, you and Brooks!!!!!!!!! :)
Rochelle
Mmm, I add spinach to everything! Soup, smoothies, grilled sandwiches, etc. SO yummy!
Erika
I gotta say, this is one of my fave blogs to read! Always so inspiring and uplifting – great to see that even the little things are meaningful. It’s a good reminder to us all!
Christine
It’s perfect that your doing a winter giveaway! It’s snowing away here. :)
Lora @ Crazy Running Girl
I loveeee Brooks!! And yes, I do look at the forecast and think about how awesome or not-so-awesome my runs will be ;)
Kate
One thing I want is for the weather here in southern Idaho to get back up in the 30s so I can run outside! Getting tired of long runs on the treadmill! :)
Those gloves look amazing!
Ashley
With the FREEZING temps we’ve had in Denver, this gear would be perfect!
Meredith
I want a kitten!!
Erin
Hi Janae!! Love your blog and getting my daily fix of Brooke’s cuteness!!
Marie
Never thought of adding spinach to soup!! Thanks for the tip I’ll be trying it soon :)
Anissa Angelosante
I love the picture of Brooke, She looks Gangsta!! haha!! SUPER CUTE!!
Kelly
Love your blog. Love this giveaway. I think of you every time I hear Katy Perry’s ROAR. And the mantra “I can do hard things” got me through my first 10-Miler race not too long ago. You are such an inspiration!
Michelle V
I could use some new running gloves!
Sally
It snowed this morning and iced some too, so no running outside for me. I’m gonna try running on a treadmill for the first time in my short six months of running so far.
Sheena
I always consider my runs when checking out the forecast especially Sunday which is my long run day. Although I know what you mean about not seeing the daylight in winter months, I grew up in Idaho. Brrrrr!!!!!
Stacee
Hi! I have had to not exercise for the past 2 weeks (doctor’s orders) but finally get to go running again on Thursday!!! I am counting down the minutes…… Thanks Brooks and Janae for the fun giveaway! I love reading your blog!
Katelyn
I am with you on getting lazier and lazier as the day goes on! I used to workout in the afternoons and now if it doesn’t get done before noon, it doesn’t happen!
Cortney
Spinach (and mushrooms) added to canned soup = DELICIOUS!
That headband is ADORABLE and I’d love to have it along with the other items for this cold running season.
PS – Brooke wearing those gloves; Too cute!!!
elizabeth
I could really use a good running headband. I haven’t been able to find one that stays in place.
Jen
I’m a Arizona native that moved to Nor Cal and I am FREEZING! These look like they would really help.
Judi Coburn
Janae! Love your blog! You make me ALMOST want to be a runner :)
Miss Irina
Brooke + Brooks = a (future) match made in running heaven?? I think so!!
jenn from b-more
I want mac and cheese, chocolate and doughnuts to have zero calories. That’s what I want. Thanks for doing the giveaway :)
Allie
I lost my favorite workout head band and that one looks great!
Rachel
I slept in running clothes last night!
Jennifer
I want to…
1. Live in Hawaii
2. Eat whatever I want and not gain weight
and
3. Run a sub 4 hour marathon :)
Erica
I agree with the pros of working out early. I have a reeeaaaalllyyy hard time motivating myself to work out later in the day.
Lola
I would love to enter the giveaway AND i was also compelled to ask you where that cute zip-up you are wearing is from?? It’s super cute and I’m obsessed with coral right now.
nina
Arm warmers! It is so cold in Cali (hee her), and I just took a spill at a trail 1/2 marathon and totally ripped open the elbow of my only pair.
Genna
I want it all!1
happy tuesday :)
Rebekah
I am injured!
: (
Megan
When you have children and no one to watch them while you run, you are forced to be creative. On my morning runs I run around my block like a bazillion times (10 times around is 3 miles) so that I can pass my children every couple of minutes. Usually my 8 year old yells to me from my bedroom window telling me everything and anything he can think of like… what is happening on the tv or that I should run faster, when I am going to be done, what can he have for breakfast, not to worry he is watching his sister… etc….Motherhood and running, could life get any better.
Amanda- The Nutritionist Reviews
I read your blog all the time but rarely comment. Thanks for a fun giveaway and you have inspired me to run so many times. Your blog is very motivational to me!
Michelle
My husband and I have just started running together and this would be great to win!
Erin
would love to win…freezing in NYC!
Kim
Brooke is getting so big! She is the perfect model in all your photos. curly is going to have some stiff competition!
Lynsey
Awesome giveaway. I’m still trying to figure out how to dress appropriately for winter runs…it’s only my 3rd or 4th winter running. You would think I would have figured it out by now! ;)
Erin
One of my favorite half marathons just got moved from the first weekend of June…to MARCH 30th. In Michigan. I definitely need some cold weather gear
Becca
I <3 brooks running.
Megan
Love Brooks!!! (and BROOKE!!!!) ;)
Rebekah
I’d like some motivation please!!!!
Margaret
I’m just about to strat marathon training in ernest (first speed session tonight!). I’d love some fun new accessories!
Alyssa
It’s so much easier to get outside and run when you have new stuff! :)
Elizabeth @ Positive Change
This is an awesome give away! I like your sister a lot because she is wearing the wave rider! That color was crazy (I had the same one X5!), but that is what runners are so it fits :)
Shannon
I LOVE Brooks!! I have a new pair of Ghosts that i haven’t worn yet because its been so rainy in GA i don’t want them dirty instantly.
Courtney Vance
I HATE running in the cold. Maybe these things would help? I hope so!
Ganeeban
I’ve been wondering about the arm warmers. I’ve hand them in my hand, but didn’t pull the trigger. Love these cold weather goodies and they are super fun colors :)
Courtney
Even though I now live in Arizona, it feels COLD here to me now, so the armwarmers would be amazing :)
Lindsay
I do the same thing (adding veggies) when I eat canned soups…it makes me feel better about not actually cooking! We are going through a cold snap here and that gear would make running in the cold less awful!
Jessica S
I can’t believe I’ve turned into someone who checks the weather to plan runs, but I totally do! And since it is frigid in Nebraska this week, I desperately want a pair of gloves to run in!
Rebekah Smith
You are cool.
Natalie
Of course I would love gear, but right now I could go for a big cup of hot chocolate!
Amber
These would be awesome! I don’t own any cold weather running gear so in Dec – Feb I freeze! Random: my marathon this past Sunday was cancelled due to ice. I am so sad!
Leila
How awesome!! Fantastic giveaway, girl!
Crystal Ocegueda
I am in need of some cold weather running gear! I am running my 2nd marathon in January and it would be great to have some arm warmers. I hope I win!
Ceirra
I’ve wanted some arm warmers, but can’t bring myself to spend the money. “Help me, I’m poor.”
P.S. I was curious about the Brooke and Brooks thing. I do love the name :)
Nicole @ Pink Elephant on Parade
I like the black gloves, but they always look better on the model…
Emily
I was just thinking the other day during my run how I need a new headband!! ;-) Happy Holidays! Day of christmas idea: Making a christmas ornament with Brooke, if you make one every year, she will have a new once for each year of her life!!! :D
DonnaG
Pick me, pick me! I would probably take the gloves, but anything really would be nice!
Brittney @teaberrytrails
Honestly, I’d love me a pair of arm warmers ;)
Susan Dunn
I need some new cold running gear!
Molly
Is that a Picky Bar water bottle!?!?!?!
Brie
My Christmas list is full of workout clothes and accessories!
Nicole
Reading your blog makes me miss the snow so much!
Colleen
I ran a half in 5 degree weather last weekend and would LOVE some arm warmers (also to run as fast as you)! Thanks for the entertainment!
Maria Lowery
I want to be home for the holidays but with having a job in public safety thats not going to happen. On a happier note I would love a new pair or running shoes and a hydration pack for some long runs coming up in 2014!
Olive N
I think you are a beautiful person inside and out and I also love your sense of humor and the fact that you are a wonderful mother too ! :)
Cara Bednar
That headband is adorable, It matches the Jacket I asked Santa for, and I love to match so it would be perfect!
kelly
I would love to win!
Keri
I wish my sister was into running so I had a treadmill buddy!!
Stephanie
I’ve had to resort to the treadmill too. its been bitter cold here!! I love running in the snow though, so I am hoping it warms up to abotu 30 and snows very soon!!
Katrina
I recently started reading your blog and really love it! Your daughter is gorgeous and you have such great stories and photos to share with us readers! Thanks for being you!!
Kristina
Ha – I actually have those mittens! But the headband matches my coat exactly so obviously I need it :) and I do not have any armwarmers, so I would love to win!
SHELBY
I LOVE YOUR BLOG! IT IS AMAZING AND BROOKE IS JUST THE CUTEST!!
Becky C.
I haven’t gotten to run outside since last Thursday! It’s cold, icy and still snowy in Oklahoma. 9 degrees this morning was when I say it’s too cold. 22 with 25mph winds last Thursday was my limit. :-)
Amanda
I’d love to try the mittens. Gloves never seem to keep my hands as warm as mittens do.
Jordan
Spinach in soup is the best! As long as the stems are removed… Those are just gross
Meghan
Would love some mittens!
Jennifer
I love your eating tips. I have been eating four ingredient salad wraps for lunch and now will try this spinach in the soup. Thank you. And, my hands get so cold and I lost a running glove so long ago!
Courtney @ Don't Blink. Just Run.
Ohh, those mittens look nice and warm!
I’m just gonna tell you how much your blog makes a bright spot in my day. All your smiling faces and funny stories make my work afternoon go by just a little faster!
Caitlin @ RunMimsie
I would love a treadmill and a place in my apartment to keep one. I HATE having to get myself to the gym during freezing cold Michigan winters. It’d be so nice to just run at home!
kathy
I would love to have those arm warmers! i’ve been wanting to give them a try for a while now! I love winter and snow… but i’m a big baby when it comes to cold weather and even though once i get started it’s not so bad, it’s always hard to get out the door.
Emily
Brooke is the perfect clothing and accessory model : ) I have zero legit cold weather gear. You would laugh at the stuff I scrounge up to run in in the cold.
Amie F
After being iced in for 5 days, those arm warmers would be greatness!
Sarah
I’m so glad I found your blog. It’s inspiring, useful and makes me happy when I read it. Love that! :)
Heather @ HeatherRunsFast.com
Morning running is always the best! Charges me up for the day! I love the arm warmers… wearing them always makes me feel so professional, haha.
Sarah
The mittens would be great!!
Sara
Janae I haven’t been outside longer than that for the last two weeks either because it is FRIGID here in Minneapolis! I am missing my early morning outside runs with my friends so. much. I wish I had a sister and a treadmill to make up for it!!
SherryC
Oh man, I could really use those in this weather. It’s cold outside.
Lindsay
I have always wanted to try arm warmers as the weather in Ohio has extreme ranges (although not like Utah!).
Laura M
I am training for my first full marathon and I could really use some cold weather gear! Love your blog!
Lauren
I’d love the arm warmers! It’s so cold for running now!
Jen Ressler
I love soup and all kinds…Brooke is adorbs!!!!
Megan
It’s beginning to get colder and colder out here in Maryland and instead of keeping warm by putting on the extra pounds from all the Ghiradelli Intense Dark Sea Salt Soiree I’ve been eating (it’s so amazing) I’d rather be out there running with some cold weather gear training for the Colorado Marathon in May (and then eating the chocolate after)!
Joshua Reed
Anything I want? Where do I begin?
1) To win this giveaway so I can triumph against the cold when walking a mile to and from class and so I can get outdoors and run bc treadmill running only goes so far.
2) I would love for dead week and finals week to be over.
3) I would love a new GPS watch
4) I would love to run a sub 4hr marathon.
5) did I mention I would love to win this giveaway? :)
Happy Training!
~Joshua
Cami
I want those gloves:)
Katie
Why do I feel like I need these arm warmers more than any of the other 1,500 people who have commented? That’s easy. Every runner who runs in arm warmers immediately feels and looks and probably is 10x faster. boom! :)
Toni
I want to run a sub 3:30 marathon but I will take some cold weather gear to continue to train during winter :)
lisa
yum minestrone soup. could go for some of that right now.
also have been loving brooks running stuff lately.
Kathleen
LOVE the 3 in 1 utopia mittens!! My hands always get so cold! Sometimes I run with handwarmers in my gloves (or sometimes just handwarmers when it’s not too cold out) and just toss them when I warm up. Works well! These mittens look awesome though!! Would love to win them!
MartinaNYC@runtomakeadifference
I’ll have to start my marathon training for the New Jersey Marathon soon so I really need those gloves… and the arm warmers… and the head band! It’s already snowing here in NYC!
Donna
I hate being cold when I run! Thanks for keeping us runners motivated!! You’re awesome.
ashlee
I add spinach to my soup tooo!!
Kristin P
I need a pair of running mittens! It’s been so cold in Michigan lately and my usual running gloves are just not doing a good job keeping my fingers warm.
Jill B
I totally agree with you about the working out early or it doesn’t happen. I love to get to the gym and back before my family wakes up – nothing makes you more ready to face the day than to have that checked off your list already. Thanks!
Jenny
I am a newbie runner training for my first 5k. I am married to a crazy runner who got me interested in running. I love the arm warmers idea. I now live in a cold climate (although we do not get the snow like Utah). Love your blog. Found it through another blog.
Cortney
I could definitely use some warm running gear out here on the East Coast.
Jeanette
I would love the mittens. The gloves I currently have are about an inch too long on each finger and it’s driving me crazy. I looked at the mittens over the weekend and they were $50 in the running store. I loved them but it was time for shopping for everyone else, not myself. :(
Naomi M
I try to tough out weather and not let it affect my runs. Then again I do live in San Diego so I don’t have TOO much to complain about..especially looking at all of the snow Utah is getting!!
Anna@fitgirlwannabe
I NEED this gear!! Nebraska winters are predictably unpredictable and these would come in SO handy. I’ve been holding off on buying winter gear as it IS Christmas and I DO have 5 kiddos to shop for =) I hope I win, thanks for doing this (Brooks and Janae)!! =)
Julia
Moving from NC to OH next month and the arm warmers would be perfect for some cold winter runs :)
Lindsey
I’m fairly new to running so i would love to win these goodies!
Beth
I want a play date with you and brook, the infinity headband, and a can of trader joe soup!
Kate
the headband is super cute!
Katie L
If I move to Utah, will you be my running coach?? ;)
Veronica
I LOVE your blog. I read it everyday! Oh, how I need a pair of warm running gloves and arm sleeves!!
Joy
Brooke is adorable…she’s a great Brooks model! I’d love some arm warmers to combat the New England winter. Need to do some investing in winter wear soon if I want to continue to run outside.
Raychel
Your daughter is SO beautiful… I can’t stand it!!!
I want the headband.. super cute!
Mary Kay Kreitler
I hate running in cold! Has to be at least 40 degrees for me.
Michelle C
Your little girl is so precious! I have an 18th month old boy and I love reading your blogs every day at work when they reach my inbox. It makes me think of him when I see your little one!
Lucy
I would love all of the Brooks gear!! But esp the headband. I also do the weather thing. Just did it 10 min ago!
Brianna
Love Brooks! Need all the warm gear I can get in Minnesota!
Sara
I need an ear warmer, winter running in MA is already proving to be VERY cold and it’s just the beginning of Dec!
lanna
Love anything Brooks! And could come in handy in frozen NYC!
Anna
How can it be that i never find my mittens… By now i should own about 50 pairs of h&m gloves…. Just wished I knew where they were .. I dont think that would happen with “real” running mittens!
Jeanette
These would be great motivation to get off the treadmill and back outside!
Lindsay
I’m entering especially for the arm Warmers :) but it all looks awesome. I like dipping crackers in soup, too.
Amanda
I want the hook up – holla if you hear me
Jennifer
Oh spinach in soup sounds like a good idea. I like extra tomatoes in soup
kathy o
i have always wanted to try arm warmers. Plus, i need to stock up on cold weather running gear. i was spoiled last year as it wasn’t really ever that cold. so far, we’ve had our coldest day since 1995 yesterday!
Katie-Jean
I love soup!
Lauren
My hands nearly froze on my run this morning! I really need a pair of warm running gloves!
Douglass
Oooh, as a Canadian with no access to a treadmill – those items would sure help me get my butt out of bed when my alarm goes off!
Jennifer
I want a new pair of running shoes, but this giveaway would be sweet (and warm) too!
Michele C
I love arm warmers! And I really need a new headband. I would LOVE to win this!
Ashley @ BrocBlog
its even cold in california! I am completely unprepared for this weather!
Kristina
Here’s my entry comment: I think you and Brooke are twinsies! Which means she will grow to be a beautiful lady, just like her mama! :)