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
Brianna P
I can’t even imagine weather that cold. It was in the 80s here this weekend!
Katie E
The quote about weather forecasts – PERFECT. (And current weather forecasts- NOT SO PERFECT.)
Jen
LOVE the infinity headband!!!
Juli L
I would love to have the mittens!!!
Krystina
I am actually trying to finish up my Christmas list right now and just added new running gloves b/c the ones I have aren’t really keeping my fingers warm!
KIM P
Arm warmers – need them badly!!
Jerry L
The mittens would do me wonders in this weather!
Lauren
I would love those mittens! Brooks is the only shoe I run in. They are the best!!!!
Kristin
I too haven’t seen the light of day much here in WI. The treadmill and I need to start getting along so much better!! How do you run for so long on a treadmill?? I cannot stand being on the treadmill for much longer than 3 miles and extreme boredom takes over.
Kelly V.
These would help me stay warm this winter. I could have used them today as I enjoyed a snow day from school (I am a teacher :))!
Amanda G
I’d love a new headband! Those mittens look pretty sweet too!
Camee
I would love these! They would keep me warm for sure :)
Meg
I want to get faster this year–Finally sticking to a training schedule and am slowly improving, but definitely setting some big goals for 2014! Some winter running gear would go a long way!
Caitlin
I have always wanted running arm warmers and could REALLY use those mittens!! I usually have to run hot water over my fingers when returning from winter long runs–even when I wear my warmest mittens. Still on the hunt for the perfect mittens!
Anna
I would love to win the mittens. My hands get the coldest when I am running!
Karen4Gators
I would love the arm warmers! That’s all I need here in Florida : )
Laura
Love your blog! Your warm, positive outlook on life inspires me to be a better person. Thanks for always brightening my day!
PS…made the famous S’mores Bars recipe (again) that you posted a while back. My family loves them!
catie
Yay! I love ear warmers! We might not get as much snow here in Kansas as you guys do in Utah, but the wind…dang, the wind is horrible here in the winter.
Emma
I am thankful for any warm running gear! Lately, I’ve been heading to the treadmill because of the temps!
Wendy Kemp
NEED, NEED, NEED the mittens! It was a whole 7 degrees on my run this a.m. and unless my fingers are touching each other my hands can’t stay warm. P.S. Love your posts, always positive and Brooke’s little smiling face always makes me smile.
Laura Jorgenson
I would love this! -15 here in the mornings:(
Lori
Love your blog – you inspire me to run more – thinking of training for a marathon. I’m in Ohio and it is COLD. But I love to run outside even in the cold as long as it isn’t icy. The Brooks gear looks awesome!!
Kamaile Frank
Ohhh I don’t like running on treadmill but I would if my sister ran with me!
Pri
Love the headband!! Don’t have anything brooks, so I’d love to try it!
Nicole C.
I live in Michigan and am moving to Denver in a couple of weeks. This would be perfect!!!
Ashley
I love running in snow but only at 20 degrees if above :)
Nadine Gelsleichter
1.I just love love love your blog! 2. The head band would match my brooks running pants that I ordered! Which would be awesome because I don’t have a headband for cold weather runs yet :)
Terri Schinkel
I read your blog every day. It motivates me to get my runs in! I started really running this year and did my first half in September. I would love the arm warmers!
Shanna
It’s been 40 degrees here and I’ve been freezing! I don’t know how you do it there!
Tricia
I know one of these times I am going to win – would love the mittens…it is SO cold here in the Midwest!
Julia Marsili
I love reading your blog all the way in Pittsburgh PA, where the winters get very cold and dreary. Even with our crazy weather, I am a die hard outdoor runner. I just can’t stomach the treadmill.
Katie
Love your blog…it quickly became my favorite running blog and keeps me motivated and inspired. So thanks for being so great!
Haley
I hope Santa is bringing me a new pair of Brooks Pure Connect running shoes!
Blake Casares
I just made my Brooks wishlist! Hope my family decides to take a look:) Love your blog too!
Melissa
Iowa living definitely affects the running. My husband and 13 yr. old son are running in the 11 degree weather as I speak right now! I’m too wimpy for that these days. Maybe once I get in better shape…
Jane
I just ran CIM in pretty cold weather (at least for the Bay Area), knowing you train in colder weather than that on a regular basis is really impressive!!!
Agatha
The gloves please! My fingers were so cold this morning.
Ellyn
It was -4 today! UGH!
Ali K. @ Hit the Ground Running
I’m still dying in the 80s here! I want some winter!!
Taylor
Haha I totally do the weather thing…and YES to the wheat thins! Delish.
Hope you’re having a wonderful day!
Nina
My daughter is a runner and loves your stuff !! Would love to fill her stocking !!
Kristen
I wear running headbands pretty much every day. Like, to work, out to dinner, and to actually run in.
Angie
I need so much cold weather running stuff! this is my first winter season as a runner since HS and we had an indoor track then :)
Jenn
Cold weather running is highly unpleasant lol Maybe winning would make it more enjoyable :)
Juliana
I live in LA but it’s been cold here in the morning (low 30s!) and also when I go home for christmas to Dallas it is usually in the 20s and 30s in the morning! so cold! could use some cold weather gear
Brittany Wallin
I am moving to Alaska (from San Francisco) so some warm running stuff would be great to win! Thanks for your posts they really help me get out and stay fit!
Brittany
Kelly O-ski
I haven’t been able to run in weeks, and it’s driving me crazy. I can’t wait to get back at it!
Steph
All that would have really helped when I did a 5k on Saturday in -9 and icy roads.
Erin Pierce
I would love that winter gear even though Mississippi doesn’t get that cold! I was supposed to run the St. Jude Marathon in Memphis this weekend and they canceled it over a little ice!
Lauren
I am training for a full marathon (Nashville) in April and am training in the frigid Ohio winter weather (eek!). I would LOVE the arm warmers or infiniti headband to help keep me semi warm…and cute. Because it’s a fact that wearing cute running gear makes me run faster. ;)
Christine B
I would love to win! I’m training for my first marathon!!
Jenna
I would love the headband!!
Sarah
I am super excited for my work’s Christmas party tomorrow night and equally excited it is at the beach and I get to run on the beach in 20* weather the next morning! That which does not freeze us makes us feel alive!
Tandy
The gloves would help so much during my 5 AM runs in this freezing weather!!
Tessa
houdy! Random comment for giveaway: I have a cat named Butters and she was a stray so we have no idea how old she is, but she is pretty ancient. It doesn’t stop her from being the the queen of the neighborhood and ruler of the street. Its her way or the highway. I love that about her, one kick butt ol’ lady. Also she has the loudest purr ever.
Kristina @ Damn Ten Pounds
I ran for the first time in 2 months this week!! I’m recovering from a back injury and it’s been awful not being able to run. I probably looked like a goofy deer released back into the wild, but it was the happiest day of my life!!
I never enter giveaways but Brooke is such a good little model! I’m in :)
Emily
I ran in 12* weather in Michigan today, still couldn’t imagine the temps in Utah.
Do you have any advice for being careful of ice? I hit a patch of the black stuff today and nearly lost it.
Catherine
Hi Janae! I just discovered your blog recently and now I’m addicted to it. I love the pictures of food and running trails and Brooke. And I figure if you can get up so early to get your workouts in and put a gazillion miles on your treadmill, I have no excuses. Keep up the good work on the blog, and parenting, and running!
The giveaway seems terrific!
callie b.
i just adore brooke! she is such a doll! dang…that is freezing! we hit the low 50’s this past week in AZ and it was SO cold…I can’t imagine weather up there! We are going to Utah for Christmas and I am already preparing to stay warm! xo
Kim
You inspire me daily
Erin
Perfect for running and getting in shape here in Minnesota! Thanks for the great posts everyday!!
Nicola
Where is your red hoody top from? Looks lovely and cosy and nice to see some colour this time of year! Thanks for your blog :-)
Laura Saye
I lost my headband on my turkey trot run thanksgiving, so this giveaway is perfect! Hope everyone is having a great Christmas season! I’m currently cozied under a blanket, staring at my mini Christmas tree and hanging out my fur-baby (aka my 7 month old puppy)… perfect winter night!
Angela
It snowed a teeny tiny bit in Seattle last night and I would loovve some arm sleeves!!
Jayne
I love those arm warmers, but I tossed them at my last marathon about 22 miles in. Would love a new pair!
Catherine
I would LOVE to put those mittens to good use!
Hayley
Those Gloves look so warm!! I live in the Rocky mountains in a ski town so its freezing!
Katie M
With your love of Chick-Fil-A, soup, and southwestern flavors, you should try Chick-Fil-A’s chicken tortilla soup. It’s pretty amazing!
Hilary
I have decided I may like winter running after all, the fresh air feels amazing after bein cooped up inside. temp here have been below zero (here in wisconsin).
Kelli
I’m allergic to cold weather!!!!!! :0)
Arynn
It’s -8 windchill here today! Brrrrr
Tiffany Dutson
I would love to try the brooks mittens!
Maggie
Mmm trader joes anything!!
Jess
Summer is 839534 times better than winter. But the warmth of the holiday season makes it worth it. :)
Haley
All I want to say is HI! And awesome giveaway!
Jen Shaw
I love your blog! You are positive and upbeat, no matter what. I am also loving your food choices and the fact that you are un afraid to try new things and share them with us. Thanks!
Jackie
I stumbled upon your blog from another fitness blog that I read. I am a runner and love reading fitness blogs, gathering inspiration from others. I am excited to start following your story. I would love this giveaway because I live in MN and it would be perfect for our lovely cold running days. ;)
Katie M from MI
Me me me, pick me!! I loooove your giveaways (you always give away such fun things!) and I always have such high hopes, maybe this time I’ll win!
sarah r.
our current forecast includes the words, “temperatures will be rising to around 14 degrees around 3 am” so… yeah. i hate the cold.
Sheila
Love that oh run with your sister. My sister lives far away but we talk every day about everything–including our favorite blogs!!
Emily
I figured you didn’t name Brooke after Brooks but I always thought it was a cute coincidence ;)
Danielle
Love your blog!
Sandra
Love reading your blog and seeing all the pics of your adorable daughter as well as your amazing salads!
Aimee M
We might not have as much snow as you do in Utah yet, but it’s downright frigid in Connecticut so I could really use these!
Loving the daily Christmas tradition updates!
Anna
I need those gloves for my cold runs in Colorado!
Heidi
Where is that adorable hoodie from???? Too cute!!!
Chelsea K.
I had wondered if the running shoes gave you any inspiration for her name…it’s beautiful either way :) Since our last snow storm here, I haven’t made it outside…winning this super cute stuff would be great motivation!
Hillary
Reading your blog makes me want to visit Utah- Beautiful!
Brooks are my favorite :)
Oh, I have a 19 mo old daughter and I see so many similarities when I see little Brooke. Except the hair, Daphne’s hair won’t grow :)
Meredith@RunMeriRun
I need some new mittens! I ripped mine when I fell couple weeks ago.
Laura
Brooke looks a little thuggish in that photo!
Crissi @ runninggirlrn
Please chose me… I would love the warm running gear for my sister! We run together all the time and are BFFs like you and you sister. My 18 year old niece has been in the hospital for the past week on a ventilator from an infection! Scariest days of our lives and thankfully now she is recovering very well. I would love to surprise my sister with these running goodies! She hasn’t left my nieces side since this started. She is the Best momma and sister!
Kristen
I have those mittens and love them another pair would make a friend very happy!
Allison Elkins
I wish I was a morning runner. No discipline. So, the negative is struggling to find the time in the evenings to squeeze in a run. BUT, the positive is that I generally get to run with my hubby when I do evening runs. So, for me, the good outweighs the bad.
Robin
LOVE seeing the Christmas traditions you’re doing every day with Brooke! She’s adorable!
heather
Love the relationship you have with your siblings:)
Losing Lindy
I want those mittens!
Christine @ We Run Disney
Ummm lil Brooke is SO CUTE! I die of cuteness everytime I open your blog.
I’m really jonesing for a new headband for winter so I would LOVE to win this! :)
Andrea
Your cold weather posts make me miss home (Maine)! And kudos for running first thing in the morning (I truly applaud you ’cause I can’t muster the energy until midday or later).
Melissa K.
Ooohhh id love all 3 of those.. Im still using a purple headband my grandma knitted when i was a kid :) ps… Brooke. Seriously the cutest ever!
Brooke Hansen
Maybe I would attempt to run outside in this frigid weather if I had better gear! I love Brooks brand, and not just because my name is Brooke :)
Rachel Isaac
PICKY BARS WATER BOTTLE!! :)
Kathryn Shaffer
I am also really close with my sister (we are twins). Today I was running in our neighborhood and it was -9 degrees! I ran by my sister’s house and she was out with her daughter waiting for the bus. As I ran up to say hi, my niece said, “Auntie, you have a icicle hanging on your chin!” Did I mention it was -9 degrees!?
Julie
I love how you can make running on a treadmill fun.
Kristen
I want it to snow all day tomorrow!!!
elise
Is it just me or does everyone’s fingers freeze during winter runs? Lol my hands need three layers of gloves to stay warm!! :)
Whitney S.
I’m currently bummed I have to stop exercising in week 36 of being pregnant. Boo. Looking forward to running again!
Jen @ countryroadrunnerwi.blogspot.com
I love mittens! I’ll take those any day
April
Live that quote! I look at the temperature and snowfall and try to plan my runs!
joseph
i’d love the arm warmers.
Ella Isela
I want to get a pair of new running shoes, bc mine officially suck. But I still love them, always will.
Alicia
Sweet giveaway!
Linda
Since I usually run before dawn, our weather greatly affects my run schedule. We’re whining about our lows in the 40’s but realize some people’s high temps aren’t that warm. I bet they don’t go out running in the dark either. Luckily, I have my fitness room (Concept2 rower, treadmill, and newly added elliptical) to keep my training schedule and still get up at 4:15 and do my workout indoors without having to drive to my gym. My daughter and I meet at the gym after work for abs and weightlifting, we keep each other motivated. We are training for our first half-marathon in February.
Christina
Brooke is the most adorable glove model!
Heidi
Hey! I’m entering!!! Keep smiling, I love reading your blog every day :) Question for you: I’m trying out some Brooks Pure Connect 2’s for the first time. Did you find that you had to go up a half size compared to your regular running shoes? Thanks!
KimS
I am in Colorado and absolutely freezing. The temps have been below zero here and I am avoiding the gym TM like the plague. I have been running when it reaches the high of the day which was 7 yesterday. I am in desperate need of warm clothes to maintain my sanity and my children’s safety. ;)
Elizabeth
I love the donut snowmen! So cute!!
Heather
i would LOVE all of these things!! i am super happy because i just finished my last grad school final and submitted my final papers for the semester!
Katheryn
I am loving that headband!
Myra
Love the mittens!
Laura S.
Love your blog and all of your running tips!
Melanie
I would love some cold weather running accessories!
Korlynne
I could use some stocking stuffers!
April
I love Brooks! I love giveaways! And I would really love the new Garmin Forerunner 620 ;)
Angie
I named my cat Lulu after Lululemon. My boyfriend is happy that I can’t name our future daughter Lulu since it’s taken.
Jody
I am not a fan of the cold…I feel like I can never be warm enough in the winter but I’m really attempting to run outside at least once a week this winter!
PeachyLau
This is the first winter where I have continued running after race season! So proud of myself that I will not have to start my training from scratch next year.
Stephanie Toney
Those mittens look awesome!! New running gear is great motivation for cold dreary days!
Stephie A
As someone else noted, the mittens look sweet, but I think that is due to the sweetie modeling them; no way anyone else can sport them with so much style :)
Annie
I am moving from Birmingham to Iowa and I need warm running gear!
Kathleen K
I would love the mittens. It is time that I move on from my fantastic $1.50 target gloves. No wonder my hands are always so cold. HOWEVER- i would be happy with any of the items! :)
Christine
Brooke looks great in Brooks :)
amanda
I would love those mittens! Its currently below ZERO where I live! Brrr!
Ashlee
Love these. :) Especially the headband.
Erin
I need some Brooks gear so I can represent!
Tasha
I’ve been reading your blog for months, but have yet to comment. No better time than now, right?! I’d love to try out the Brooks mittens!
I enjoy your positive approach to life situations and love reading about your running adventures! I secretly envy your speedy legs. :)
Sarah G.
I have been dying to try arm warmers! If you happen to find any light up shoes in grown-up size, I would love to know about it so I can buy some. :)
Blair
I would LOVE the arm warmers and mittens! I just found out that I will be running the Boston Marathon this year and those would be perfect for training in the New England winter!
katie
some cold weather brooks gear would be great! :)
Shawna
I’ve been looking for a new headband! :)
Robin
It is getting very cold here in Ontario, Canada. This morning when I left the house to walk the dog it was -10C but felt like -19C….brrr…some cold weather gear from Brooks would be perfect right about now :)
Heather
Even though I live in Florida, when I travel up north I could really use some winter clothing to help me get out for my run. :)
Joslyn
I am in major need of some running mittens! This will be my first season of winter running and my hands are freezing here in Canada!
Lindie
Love some of those mittens!!
lindsay g
Just thought I should tell you Brooke’s little boots are so adorable and I want an adult size for myself. Size 9 please :-)
Kate H
Arm warmers! Even though I live in Charleston I am a wimp when it comes to cold weather.
Leah M.
Those mittens are great! On our (me + my dog) runs you never know when you will have to switch from gloves to no gloves quickly!
Kim
Mittens would be awesome! I have 1 measly pair of light-weight gloves that won’t stand up to the cold. Anything I can wear & stay warm without looking like little Randy on a Christmas Story (“I can’t put my arrms doowwwn!!!”) while I run is A-OK by me!! :)
Kate
I love your blog! You inspired me a lot over the past year to not give up. I’ll never be as fast as you, but that’s okay! It’s the journey that counts :) Thank you.
Cari
I’d LOVE a new pair of running shoes– I’m gonna sign up to run my first full marathon this spring, and I’ll need them!
Heidi
It’s REALLY COLD here, and I can’t find my gloves from last year. Mittens would be great.