SURVEY kind of a day (with a prize/package from me!!) + our Tuesday NIGHT!

1. Peanut Butter and Jelly?
2. Donuts! Both good options though ;)
3. I’m wanting some of those vivobarefoot shoes that are waterproof. I’m curious if you can actually run in them though
4. Tornado-ing? Then I would treadmill run. Don’t want to get Dorthy-ed.
5. Oprah maybe…or Tim McGraw? For sure not a professional runner, I don’t think I could relate and the pressure of running with them seems too intimidating.
6. Maybe one of the Ragnar relays that I’ve done. Ragnar Great River
7. Don’t compare yourself. Not to others, not to your past self. Not to yesterday’s self. Do the best you can do today.
8. I don’t think I do anything weird while I run. I often have solutions to work problems pop into my head but I think that’s a pretty common occurrence.
9. Burger!
10. I’ve been running for 16 ish years and it was really hard to think of many changes in my running. I do think I’m more aware of having the right gear now than I was back then. We could probably attribute that to being older, larger, and more financially able now.

1. A protein smoothie.
2. 6 donuts
3. Definitely shoes! I would use it toward new trail running shoes.
4. If it’s below -10 or above 80 degrees, I would much rather run on the treadmill.
5. I can’t really think of anyone
6. None, every race is different and gives us new experiences that we learn from.
7. Consistency and strength training! (Sorry had to do 2)
8.
9. Whatever I’m in the mood for at that time
10. I’m a lot faster! I think it’s a lot of changes over time that resulted in this. Weight loss, being stronger, consistency, motivation, having people to run with.

1. If you could have one meal that was in your kitchen and waiting for you to eat each day after your run, what would it be (for this meal we are pretending that anything/everything is fair game… it’s all healthy, nutritious and will help your recovery so say whatever you think would be the yummiest)?!?

I love a HUGE salad with ALL the toppings with grilled chicken, carrots,peppers, banana peppers, broccoli, ravocado, tomato, feta, olives (I know, sorry!:)) i think anything with salt! And ALL the fruit! And sweet potato fries…all day every day! :)

2. Would you rather have to eat 6 donuts or a large burrito in the middle of run?
Burrito! Donuts after ha

3. If I handed you a $100 gift card to a running website (that has EVERYTHING running related)… WHAT WOULD YOU SPEND THE $100 on (details are appreciated)?

SHOES! Obsession

4. Fill in the blank: If it is ________________ outside, I will not run outside. Would you then either choose to run on the treadmill or not at all?

Below zero!!! Treadmill over nothing!

5. If you could go on a run with any famous person or famous athlete… WHO would it be?
Good question! I’m not sure:(

6. If you could go back in time and choose any race that you have done in the past and have that same experience all over again, which one would it be?

Miami half marathon!

7. If your best friend decided to become a runner today and you could give her one piece of advice, WHAT would it be?

Something I read on your blog that really hit me. The hard runs are making deposits into your running savings account. I think of this all the time. Sorry I paraphrased horribly, but you get the idea I hope:)

8. What is one weird/different thing you do during your runs?
Hm…..
Text my mom to see how my son is doing! Ha Not weird but maybe ?!
9. What is your usual race/hard run reward afterwards? A food/drink/other?
Diet Coke (gah I know…no bueno!)

10. What has been the biggest change in your running from when you very first started until now? I’ve sped up because I want to get home to my littl guy faster! :)

1. Some sort of chocolate smoothie or a rice cake covered in almond butter and banana slices (kind of lame but I always crave something on the sweet side after a run).

2. 6 donuts (all that sugar would make me hungry again in two minutes…with a burrito it would be game over).

4. If it is thunder/lightning/hail outside, I will not run outside. I’d go hit the treadmill for sure :)

6. Umaine Orono Marathon in 2015. First ever Boston Qualifier and I got to run with two awesome guys who helped me through the finish.

7. Don’t quit before the miracle happens ;)

9. A long nap, and will usually splurge on something sweet (piece of cake, whoopie pie, etc).

10. I got pregnant and am off running for a bit since it got painful in the 2nd trimester, but will be back at it with a jogging stroller this fall :)

1. avocado toast with fresh pico
2. burrito
3. sports bra, shoes, new shirt
4. not a runner :)
5. Tim Tebow
6. 2012 Provo half marathon
7. Don’t do it :)
8. Drink a lot
9. Doughnut
10. I do my own thing and don’t worry about others

1. If you could have one meal that was in your kitchen and waiting for you to eat each day after your run, what would it be (for this meal we are pretending that anything/everything is fair game… it’s all healthy, nutritious and will help your recovery so say whatever you think would be the yummiest)?!?
Probably ice cream

2. Would you rather have to eat 6 donuts or a large burrito in the middle of your next long run?

Donuts

3. If I handed you a $100 gift card to a running website (that has EVERYTHING running related)… WHAT WOULD YOU SPEND THE $100 on (details are appreciated)?
probably shoes or other running clothes

Hi!!!!

1. Fresh bread with peanut butter and Nutella
2. 6 donuts
3. I would spend it all on Senita Athletics running outfits – super functional, affordable and created with passion. I discovered the brand last year and can’t get enough of it
4. ‘below freezing’
5. Robert Lewandowski – always had a thing for soccer players
6. First half marathon – first time I learned what a friendly competition is like
7. ENJOY
8. Smile, seems to be uncommon for a lot of runners
9. Hot shower & sugar scrub
10. Focus on a running form, I don’t even want to know how I used to look like when running

1. Southwest burger and sweet potato fries. All day every day. ?

2. 6 donuts for sure. Who in their right mind would eat a burrito mid run?? ?

3. Right now…some new bras. I saw the lululemon one that has a pocket in the back and now I think I need it.

4. If it is hot outside (which it is a lot of the time in az) I won’t run outside. That’s why I don’t run much in the summer and just focus on classes. Body pump is my fav right now!

5. I like to run but I love to dance and I would die to dance with frank Sinatra. Old school style.

6. I loved my first half marathon. I trained for it after having baby number two, knowing I needed something drastic to do if I wanted to get back in any kind of shape. Training wasn’t easy and I got hurt and sick before the race, but I still finished. I had never been in any kind of race before and I didn’t know it would be such a high! From the cheering spectators to aid stations and all the amazing people out there running, it really just made me grateful for a body that could run and for how awesome people really are.

7. GET THE RIGHT SHOES!!!!!!!!

8. i have to run to the beat…it’s a dancer thing. I have to change all my songs so they’re all the same tempo.

9. Food!!! And a new pair of shorts.

10. Now I look forward to running instead of dreading it. I’m so glad I pushed myself to do something I thought I hated, it’s really changed a lot in my life for the better!!

1. A Bean and cheese burrito! My fave cheat meal so if I could have it every day after my run and not worry about nutrition that would be it for me ha!
2. Hmmmm this is tough I love both! I would probably have to say the donuts so I could have the sugar high!
3.Probably road runner sports since this is my go to shopping site for running stuff and I’m a VIP member! I would get a new pair of shoes, I can’t wait for the new ghosts to come out!
4. Would have to be heavy rain or lightning. I like running in light rain but I have gotten soaked before and that’s not fun! I would definitely hit the treadmill, I can’t skip a run!
5.it would have to be either Meb or Shalane, they are my two favorites! Can I run with both?
6. The st pattys day half marathon I did last year, I pr’ed and felt great the whole race, the course was pleasant and the weather was perfect!
7. I would make sure she bought a pair of Brooks or Hokas!
8. I sweat like crazy and fart when no one is around haha!
9. My reward after a marathon is always a burger, fries and a beer! It’s a must have for all my hard work then the next day a donut!
10. Biggest change is my pace and my confidence in my running

1. My meal after a run would be a Cobb salad.
2. Definitely 6 donuts. I can’t even imagine a burrito mid run. ?
3. Saucony.com, never too many running shoes
4. I won’t run when it is more than -5 temps, and I will definitely treadmill it. I can’t just skip a run because of the cold here in MN.
5. Kara Goucher would be fun to run with since she’s from MN.
6. St George Marathon last year when I obtained my first BQ by almost 5 min it took a few years but so worth it. However, my hubby wasn’t there, so I would want him to be there this time.
7. Enjoy running and the endorphins it gives you.
8. I don’t listen to music when I run. My brain is just a hamster wheel and keeps me entertained.
9. Fountain Diet Coke is what I work for.
10. I started running 15 years ago, and my very first race was a half marathon. I never in a million years wanted to do a full. Did my fist full marathon 5 years ago, and #15 will be in a couple of weeks.

Love this survey!! ?

1. If you could have one meal that was in your kitchen and waiting for you to eat each day after your run, what would it be (for this meal we are pretending that anything/everything is fair game… it’s all healthy, nutritious and will help your recovery so say whatever you think would be the yummiest)?!?

SUSHI… LOTS OF SUSHI :)

2. Would you rather have to eat 6 donuts or a large burrito in the middle of your next long run?
6 DONUTS

3. If I handed you a $100 gift card to a running website (that has EVERYTHING running related)… WHAT WOULD YOU SPEND THE $100 on (details are appreciated)?
I LOVE RUNNING JEWELRY OR MOTIVATIONAL ITEMS TO REMIND ME OF MY ACHEIVEMENTS

4. Fill in the blank: If it is ________________ outside, I will not run outside. Would you then either choose to run on the treadmill or not at all?
RAINING…. TREADMILL IT IS :)

5. If you could go on a run with any famous person or famous athlete… WHO would it be?
DUH…. JANAE :)

7. If your best friend decided to become a runner today and you could give her one piece of advice, WHAT WOULD THAT BE?!
PACE YOURSELF DURING RACES

8. What is one weird/different thing you do during your runs?
I ONLY LISTEN TO MUSIC THAT REMINDS ME OF CERTAIN TIMES IN MY LIFE AND THE DIFFERENT PEOPLE I MET ALONG THE WAY. I REFLECT A LOT WHEN I RUN. :)

9. What is your usual race/hard run reward afterwards? A food/drink/other?
I LOVE BOILED CRAWFISH OR SUSHI

10. What has been the biggest change in your running from when you very first started until now?
WARDROBE……. AFTER MY FIRST MARATHON I DECIDED I NEEDED TO BE A BIT MORE FASHIONABLE.

1. Meal after my run would have to be fried plantains. Yum!!
2. Donut or burrito mid run: burrito- hellooo I’m a Latina. That’s just my normal fuel. ;)
3. $100 to spend: definitely New Balance.com so I could get another pair of their 1500s- best racer ever!
4. If it is ICY outside I’d stay in and run the treadmill. Not worth an injury.
5. If I could run with anyone famous it would be hands down Brenda Martinez. Love her!
6. Best race to go back to: The Eugene Marathon ’cause that PR feeling. ?
7. Best advice for my BRF: foam roll, recover, stretch…. avoid an injury!
8. Weirdest thing I do during runs: listen to sermons. Jesus + Running = ?
9. Reward after a tough workout: rest and do No.Thing. Seriously. Nothing!
10. Biggest change since I began my running journey: I appreciate the gift and ability so much more knowing it may not always be there.

1- burger and fries
2- donuts
3- Shoes – Nike Free or Flyknit
4- windy – I hate the wind. Depending on the distance (less than 5 miles) I would run on the treadmill
5- Meb
6- NYC Marathon
7- run for fun, don’t worry about pace, it will come with time
8- I listen to audio books and always run with only one earbud in – even on the treadmill
9- diet dr pepper – I don’t love eating right after, my stomach is funky for at least a day
10- Running clothes – no more cheap cotton stuff!!

1. I want a huge bowl of oatmeal….really thick and gooey.
2. Definitely 6 donuts. I can’t eat much during a run, but think simple carbs are the better bet.
3. I would buy socks. I love really good socks but have trouble justifying so much money on something so simple….
4. If it’s super windy, I’m on a treadmill for sure. I don’t have TV at my house, so watching cable at the gym is a great treat!
8. I do “airplane arms” when I run around corners. I used to smash apples when I ran under an apple tree, but almost fell multiple times and had to give up the habit.
9. If I do a really long/hard run, I like to go out for pizza and wine that night. I prefer delayed gratification.

1. A bacon, egg, and cheddar cheese bagel sandwich with a side of homefries drizzled with ketchup. I LOVE my breakfast foods! Sometimes I crave sweet, but I think I prefer savory first after each long run.

2. Donuts because the burrito would most definitely make me have to hit the port-o-potty immediately!

3. A new pair of running shoes – Brooks Launch 4 and/or Hoka One One Tracers! (both are my go-to shoes)

4. If it is Thundering/Lightning outside, I will not run outside. I would run on the treadmill (which is most days anyway since I have a 10 week old son haha!)

5. Stephanie Rothstein Bruce because she is a bad-a** mother runner who I truly admire as she had a killer comeback , especially after her second baby boy.

6. I would relive my first half marathon whcih was in Pittsburgh because I felt so strong and empowered for the entire run and the weather was PERFECT that day (60ish and overcast with some light drizzle at times).

7. Well, my best friend already IS a runner haha, but if she wasn’t, I probably would tell her that there are good days and bad days but they all work out in the end if you never give up. Plus, running allows you to eat a ton more if you care about that sort of thing haha.

8. I don’t know if it’s weird/different but I have each of my running playlists tailored to the speed I go including slower tracks for warm ups/cool downs and fast-tempo ones for when I do speedwork or tempo runs. I even know what song will come on at what mile because I’ve listened to them so much (I rarely change the playlists, rather, I just make MORE playlists haha!)

9. I like to get a big, juicy cheeseburger with sweet potato fries – especially from my favorite burger place in my area!

10. I used to just run at whatever pace I could do when I first started (and burning out quickly since I would just run at basically my threshold for each run), but now I have easy days, speed days, tempo days, etc. and I can cover a lot more mileage now. Plus I also track my heart rate when I run which I didn’t do when I started.

Great survey!

1. Greek salad from Panera (I eat it at least 3x per week)
2. Donuts (I could use the sugar high)
3. Socks (boring, but I really need running socks, preferably ones that match)
4. Cold or hot or raining or snowing… you get the picture. I’m one of those rare breeds who prefers the treadmill to the elements.
5. The Rock (I adore him, and he’d whip me into shape)
6. My first race ever, the NYCRUNS Ladies First 5K in Brooklyn, NY (I proved to myself that “I can do hard things”)
7. Give yourself more time than you think you’ll need, and expect setbacks.
8. I play counting games. So with every step I start counting until I reach the number of calories burned/miles run/etc.
9. My favorite reward is a massage.
10. My mindset. I know I CAN do it, as opposed to wondering if I’m capable of it).

1. If you could have one meal that was in your kitchen and waiting for you to eat each day after your run, what would it be (for this meal we are pretending that anything/everything is fair game… it’s all healthy, nutritious and will help your recovery so say whatever you think would be the yummiest)?!?

peanut butter on anything!

2. Would you rather have to eat 6 donuts or a large burrito in the middle of your next long run?
6 donuts

3. If I handed you a $100 gift card to a running website (that has EVERYTHING running related)… WHAT WOULD YOU SPEND THE $100 on (details are appreciated)?
tank tops and leggings!

4. Fill in the blank: If it is ________________ outside, I will not run outside. Would you then either choose to run on the treadmill or not at all?
snowing – might run on the treadmill or do another cardio machine like the stairclimber or bike

5. If you could go on a run with any famous person or famous athlete… WHO would it be?
The Obamas!

6. If you could go back in time and choose any race that you have done in the past and have that same experience all over again, which one would it be?
LoveRun Half Marathon

7. If your best friend decided to become a runner today and you could give her one piece of advice, WHAT WOULD THAT BE?!
don’t give up – the first month is the hardest, you can do it

8. What is one weird/different thing you do during your runs?
I pretend that all the cars/people are people i know and convince myself that I shouldn’t disappoint them by slowing down or stopping

9. What is your usual race/hard run reward afterwards? A food/drink/other?
A nap!

10. What has been the biggest change in your running from when you very first started until now?
Making it for fun and for me instead of other people

I don’t know what has been more fun – reading the responses or answering the questions!
1. Not a meal, but I love potato chips
2. 6 donuts
3. Definitely shoes – can never have enough
4. Pouring – but misty rain is OK. Just don’t like that sopping wet, everything squishing feeling. No treadmill running for me (don’t have one and don’t enjoy it)
5. Tom Hanks – I think he would be fascinating
6. Probably my first half but would try harder to soak it all in instead of worrying if I would finish
7. Get properly fitted for and invest in good shoes
8. I count my steps when things get tough
9. Unapologetic nap
10. Distance and enjoyment factor!

1. Pizza
2. Donuts
3. First- a 26.2 sticker for my car. I have a new car and miss having that sticker. I’d buy running shirts with the rest!
4. Windy or really cold and wet- unfortunately, I probably won’t run. But I’m hoping to change that attitude!
5. Probably- You!!
6. 1/2 marathon I ran in Austin with my daughter. It is how we celebrated her senior year in high school– trained for and ran a 1/2 marathon!!
7. Be consistent! Don’t quit!
8. The worst thing is negative talk!–telling myself to stop! I don’t like that!
9. I just enjoy a good meal with friends to relive the race!
10. Since turning 53 in January- I can just tell a difference in my stamina. It has been a struggle!!

1. Either a big smoothie or a breakfast burrito cause I’m too lazy/hungry after my run to make either of these options ?
2. 6 donuts, for suuure, burrito would be major heartburn for me haha
3. $100 gift card -> Brooks Calderas! I want to try them soo bad but they’re $$$
4. If it is SNOWING I will not run. Treadmill- absolutely! I don’t mind treadmill, especially if there’s a Bachelorette or Real Housewives to catch up on (the only time I let myself watch those shows is on the ‘mill)
5. One of the badass trail running ladies that win Ultramarathons
6. I’d rather go back to one of my favorite runs- I used to run this path around the farm fields and forest when I studied abroad in Switzerland and every time it would make my heart sing. I would love to get to relive one of those runs!
7. My advice would be to keep running with ME haha. I’d be selfish- I don’t have any running friends so I’d try to force her to always go with me!
8. I tell everything “I love you”. I run on the trails as much as possible and like the earth, sun, flowers, trees, breeze etc. to know I’m grateful. I really do say ‘I love you flowers!’ etc. aloud as I run.
9. Hard run reward = a big waffle for breakfast, or a big burrito for lunch/dinner.
10. Biggest change is now I feel so secure with myself and my body that I truly do it because I enjoy it- not to lose weight/burn calories etc. I just love to run!
Thanks for the fun survey/giveaway chance, Janae!

1. If you could have one meal that was in your kitchen and waiting for you to eat each day after your run, what would it be (for this meal we are pretending that anything/everything is fair game… it’s all healthy, nutritious and will help your recovery so say whatever you think would be the yummiest)?!?

A strawberry, kale, mango, and almond milk smoothie. Nom nom.

2. Would you rather have to eat 6 donuts or a large burrito in the middle of your next long run?

6 donuts…a burrito sounds like it would be too intense mid-run.

3. If I handed you a $100 gift card to a running website (that has EVERYTHING running related)… WHAT WOULD YOU SPEND THE $100 on (details are appreciated)?

I would buy a Garmin watch (probably the Forerunner 230), a handheld water bottle, a running vest, and SO MANY RUNNING OUTFITS.

4. Fill in the blank: If it is ________________ outside, I will not run outside. Would you then either choose to run on the treadmill or not at all?

Raining. And I would choose the treadmill.

5. If you could go on a run with any famous person or famous athlete… WHO would it be?

Most definitely Ethan Newberry (The Ginger Runner). He runs in the most beautiful locations and is hilarious.

6. If you could go back in time and choose any race that you have done in the past and have that same experience all over again, which one would it be?

The Rock and Roll Half Marathon in Dallas. It was a great course and had awesome bystanders!

7. If your best friend decided to become a runner today and you could give her one piece of advice, WHAT WOULD THAT BE?!

Remember that you do not have to be great at running. You just have to enjoy running and be grateful that you have a body that allows you to run.

8. What is one weird/different thing you do during your runs?

Sometimes I dance (aka: wave my arms around and attract too much attention).

9. What is your usual race/hard run reward afterwards? A food/drink/other?

ALL OF THE FOOD.

10. What has been the biggest change in your running from when you very first started until now?

My pace. It took me a long time to realize that I did not have to be fast to be a runner.

1. If you could have one meal that was in your kitchen and waiting for you to eat each day after your run, what would it be (for this meal we are pretending that anything/everything is fair game… it’s all healthy, nutritious and will help your recovery so say whatever you think would be the yummiest)?!?
French fries with broccoli and some pork

2. Would you rather have to eat 6 donuts or a large burrito in the middle of your next long run?

6 donuts

3. If I handed you a $100 gift card to a running website (that has EVERYTHING running related)… WHAT WOULD YOU SPEND THE $100 on (details are appreciated)?
Running warehouse
4. Fill in the blank: If it is icy outside, I will not run outside. Would you then either choose to run on the treadmill or not at all? I’ll run on the treadmill or cross train or walk

5. If you could go on a run with any famous person or famous athlete… WHO would it be?
This is very difficult. I would say Julia Roberts
6. If you could go back in time and choose any race that you have done in the past and have that same experience all over again, which one would it be?
Disney marathon. Doing what I love most in my favorite place
7. If your best friend decided to become a runner today and you could give her one piece of advice, WHAT WOULD THAT BE?!
Run with all your heart

8. What is one weird/different thing you do during your runs?
I have to make my runs end in .0 or a certain number I’ve been known to run up and down my driveway…I’m number obsessed.
9. What is your usual race/hard run reward afterwards? A food/drink/other?
Ice cream or a creamy coffee drink
10. What has been the biggest change in your running from when you very first started until now?
It’s my passion and who i am

1. Vietnamese Food: Fresh springs rolls and pho soup

2. Six donuts for sure!

3. Breathable socks/tank/sports bra, sunglasses (like ones I can use for running) and water bottle (you can never have too many and I am addicted to always having one with me!

4. Muggy and I will run on the treadmill! Pop on a good show and I am good to go!

5. Can I say YOU?!!!! LOL ok if that does not count then Kara Goucher

6. Nashville, TN. It was my 1st back in 2009, I would love to experience it all over again!

7. It takes time to build your pace and distance. Stick with it an be kind to your body and overall, listen to your body.

8. ok this is really WEIRD. . . But I can feel my salt intake go down, obviously from all the sweat so I lick my arm!! I know STRANGE!

9. A good burger and truffle fries!

10. Confidence and learning to be ok listening to my body!!

This was so fun!! Thank you for putting this together:-)

1. Chocolate Shake! A HUGE Chocolate Shake!!
2. Donuts all the way – but if someone got to the donuts before me, I would still happily swallow a whole burrito. I might even chew.
3. First impulse is a different type of running shoe. I’ve been in Brooks Ghosts since I started running, and am curious about lighter Pure Flow shoes (largely thanks being your favorites). But I’m nervous to spend the money in case they don’t work for my feet. I’d also like a running belt to hold my huge phone, and I always love more colorful running tops and shorts, and I REALLY want one of the personalized mantra bracelets. My go-to mantra came to me during a rough run a few years ago, “I’m grateful for my body.” I could spend a lot of money.
4. Tornado conditions (I grew up in the Midwest). Yes, when I’m afraid of flying houses, I’ll run on a treadmill. Also high humidity – that drives me indoors faster than a tornado!
5. Living or dead? Hmm, living . . . wow, spending a lot of time thinking about this. I think Serena Williams. I would be too star-struck to speak, but if we’re running that might be for the best given the difference in our current athletic abilities.
Dead would be Amelia Earhart. I want to know what happened!
6. My first race, a 5K through the Bronx Zoo. All the proceeds went to an elephant rescue. Having trained mostly on the treadmill, I was completely unprepared for the hills and in agony after the first one! But when I crossed the finish line, it was the best feeling ever. I had made my goal – which was to run the whole time without stopping.
7. Congratulate yourself for every single run that you do. Seriously – especially when starting to build a running routine. Getting out the door can be so hard, as can continuing to run while arguing with your brain. So every time you come back from a run, give yourself a pat on the back. Be proud – you did a really hard thing today.
8. Okay, this is really embarrassing, but when I’m having a rough time and I just want to stop, I’ll pretend I’m winning a huge marathon against the elites. It gives me the push I need!
9. A donut and staring at my metal for hours!
10. I did not expect this when I first started running off and on a few years ago, but quite recently I’ve noticed that I’m actually looking forward to running! Never could have imagined I’d be at that place!

1. Greek chicken pizza with Greek salad.
2. Neither but if I had to it would be 6 donuts
3. A comfortable fuel belt with water bottles and a pouch for cell and keys.
4 . Raining. I’d rather use the treadmill.
5. Shalane Flanagan. She us a huge running inspiration and I adore her as a person.
6. The rock n roll Las Vegas when I got married to my now husband.
7. Be kind to yourself and if you won’t feeel like running don’t run that day.
8. I hope I don’t do anything weird during my runs.
9. A cup of coffee.
10. I’m smarter about running and listen to my body more.

1. If you could have one meal that was in your kitchen and waiting for you to eat each day after your run, what would it be (for this meal we are pretending that anything/everything is fair game… it’s all healthy, nutritious and will help your recovery so say whatever you think would be the yummiest)?!?

Pizza!

2. Would you rather have to eat 6 donuts or a large burrito in the middle of your next long run?

6 donuts

3. If I handed you a $100 gift card to a running website (that has EVERYTHING running related)… WHAT WOULD YOU SPEND THE $100 on (details are appreciated)?

Running capris and shorts (Nike)

4. Fill in the blank: If it is ________________ outside, I will not run outside. Would you then either choose to run on the treadmill or not at all?

90+ degrees. I would run on the treadmill!

5. If you could go on a run with any famous person or famous athlete… WHO would it be?

USA women’s gymnastics team!

6. If you could go back in time and choose any race that you have done in the past and have that same experience all over again, which one would it be?

San Francisco Women’s Half Marathon (ran in 2011). Ran with my mom and best friend.

7. If your best friend decided to become a runner today and you could give her one piece of advice, WHAT WOULD THAT BE?!

You will never regret running! You will only regret NOT running.

9. What is your usual race/hard run reward afterwards? A food/drink/other?

Italian food recovery!

10. What has been the biggest change in your running from when you very first started until now?

I now run for my mental health. In the past I was always running for time (trying to get faster), now I run to clear my mind.

1. Pancakes, watermelon, and ice cream! :)
2. Donuts
3. New sports bras and a new pair of New Balance sneakers
4. Fill in the blank: If it is below 30 degrees outside, I will not run outside. I’d choose the treadmill!
5. Does Forrest Gump count? Haha!
6. I can’t think of any races that I’ve absolutely loved. I did a Beach to Beacon race in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, which was beautiful!
7. Do not get discouraged if you can’t run without stopping for very long right away. You will continue to get better!
8. Move my fingers as if I’m counting to 5… this probably doesn’t make sense
9.
10. When I first started, I never thought I’d be able to run more than a mile without stopping. Now I can run at least 3 without stopping!

1. Tacos!! Yum!!
2. Donuts!!
3. Running shoes… or running clothes… you can never have too much!!
4. Snowing. I’ll run on the treadmill.
5. Honestly, no one famous. I’d much prefer a good friend or just run by myself.
6. My first Half back in September. It was the Revel Big Cottonwood. It was a huge struggle from mile 5 to the finish. Not only physically but mentally. I’d go back and enjoy every moment… the excitement, the pain, the tears, the struggle. I’ll be doing it again this year :)
7. A great pair of shoes can change everything! And that the running community is AMAZING! No matter how fast or slow, fat or thin, first place or last…. you’ll have the support of other runners.
8. Not sure. I usually run alone so….
9. Tacos. Then a shower. And a nap. Lol
10. The biggest change is what I know about myself. I ran a Half at 240 lbs and if that doesn’t change you, I don’t know what will. Realizing that not only did I finish, I finish standing on my own two feet… I completed 13.1 miles even though I was carrying 100 lbs of extra weight, my calves cramped up on and off from mile 5 and walked the last 6, struggling mentally for most of the last few miles not thinking I’d finish until mile 11 or 12, watching as other runners ran past…. but most runners gave me a high five and encouragement, I had trained for this-the pain, the struggle… and as I crossed the finish line I realized that I can do anything! I can push through whatever lies in front of me and come out victorious. I can fight through the pain and tears, the frustration, the mental struggle…
I always dreamed of completing a Half but never thought I’d have the courage to do it. Not only did I have the courage but I had the strength to keep going even when I wanted to quit. I am what changed since I started running.

1) depends on the run! If it’s a long one then definitely a cheeseburger!
2)donuts
3)shoes! Shorts! Bras!
4)lightning
5)tough one! Maybe you! Ha. Or Ina Garten or Kara Goucher
6)my first marathon in Chattanooga
7)take it slow
8)add up numbers on mailboxes
9)an adult beverage
10)the confidence I have in my ability to run far!

I had so much fun with this!

1. Greek Yogurt, Granola, Chocolate chip and all the goodies bowl.
2.6 large donuts
3. Lululemon leggings- 100$ gone ahha
4. Rain- treadmill for days love it
5. Ellie Goulding, please sing to me
6. My first half marathon- island girl
7. Love it, or don’t do it

1. Chicken Alfredo and Watermelon
2. Large burrito
3. Sports Bra
4. Raining- not at all
6. I have never done a race
7. Get fitted and invest in good running shoes! Also a great sports bra goes a long ways!
8. I don’t know if it’s really weird or different, but I spend a lot of my running time talking to God.
9. A massage!
10. My form has gotten so much better

1. Beer & Waffles
2. 6 donuts
3. New shoes (still searching for the perfect pair) or water resistant light jacket (running my first marathon in Seattle in September!)
4. If it is ____ICY___ outside, I will not run outside. It’s too dangerous. I’d probably do a shorter run on the treadmill.
5. Barack Obama or Joe Biden …. or both!
6. I haven’t done enough races to want to repeat any!
7. Start slow and short – don’t get discouraged.
8. Blow my nose on my shirt. It’s disgusting and looks super gross when I get home, but more effective than trying to just blow it out on the sidewalk.
9. Definitely beer and desserts
10. Injury — I can get tendinitis in literally any tendon at any moment. I HAVE to keep up with PT exercise to prevent it.

1. Oh gosh this changes almost daily…. right now a neapolitan pizza & beets sounds amazing! (I know you aren’t a fan of beets, but oh my gosh I am obsessed!)

2. NEITHER! If I’ve got a gun to my head, burrito because at least I don’t have to deal with the sugar? I feel sick just thinking about this! lol

3. Oh my gosh, quality bras would be my first pick (I’m so boring) then I’d go for cute tanks & spandex shorts! :)

4. If it’s an absolute downpour or the windchill is below zero I won’t run outside, I’ll Netflix & Treadmill instead ;)

5. Kara Goucher! She’s have to slow WAY down for me, but I have such a girl crush on her! I admire her so much!

6. The 2015 Chicago Marathon I ran with my husband. We had the most amazing time & it was the first time we both felt fantastic the entire race <3

7. Slow & steady, and run HAPPY! Running is amazing because it brings you so much joy, don't ever lose track of that & put too much pressure on yourself!

8. Memorize license plates!!! It's a trick I use to distract my brain when a run gets really hard.

9. Again it varies, I tend to try to stick with healthy fuel because I recover so much better, BUT I am a sucker for pizza or a burger :)

10. Honestly I don't wimp out when it gets hard. I used to walk all the time, but now I'm really working to push myself to see how fast I can get!

1. Scrambled cheesey eggs and a yummy muffin.
2. Donuts
4. Pouring rain. Run on treadmill.
5. Kara goucher.
6. My first marathon! I was happy and wasn’t trying for a time just wanting to finish and was feeling so proud.

1. French fries and watermelon.
2. Donuts. Always donuts.

3. Shoes and compression socks.

4. Fill in the blank: If it is HAILING outside, I will not run outside. I’ll treadmill. I really don’t mind it. Netflix!!!!

5. Chris Pratt or Ryan Reynolds. I think they’d be funny. And not hard on the eyes ;)

6. Any Disney race.

7. Invest in good shoes. And stretch.

8. Use my shirt collar to blow my nose….

9.food. Usually something fried like fried or donuts. Or pizza.

10. I can actually do it haha

1. Probably chicken sausage with roasted green veggies/sauteed greens and roasted sweet potato, all with some delicious sauce… right now I’m craving something with brewers yeast… or just cheese :)

2. SIX DONUTS!

3. A new pair of shoes!

4. Icy! No way, jose. I’d go for a treadmill if I had access to one (no gym right now).

5. Zac Efron… #futurehusband

6. The Chicago Marathon! 2012 :)

7. Don’t compare yourself to anyone else and try to ENJOY it!

8. I let my imagination run wild… like imagining meeting Zac Efron… hahahaha

9. A good stretch, cool shower, and a delicious smoothie or other snack

10. I do it because I enjoy it, not to burn calories

1. icy cold super ripe watermelon!! just the most satisfying in the warmer months (and i eat enough it counts as meal 1); 2. burrito; 3. a very supportive sports bra or good running tights that stay up; 4. post-snow / icy i won’t run outside but ill run on a treadmilll (especially if it faces a window and i can watch the snow); 5. mia hamm (my childhood soccer hero); 6. my first half in new orleans i smiled the whole entire time; 7. take it slow and build up over time and enjoy it and be grateful your body can do this; 8. not thaaaaat weird but i listen to the harry potter audio books; 9. see number 1!; 10. i used to dread running now i love it as therapy and me time!

1. Gnocchi or a milkshake :)
2. 6 donuts but both would be rough!
3. Shorts and nice running socks! Oh and a good ear warmer for the winter.
4. Anything hotter than 90 degrees…I will still do the treadmill or switch it up with a circuit or strength training workout :)
5. I think Will Ferrel would be fun to run with!
6. Running of the Bulls 5K where I got 1st female :) December 2015 in Jacksonville, Florida.
7. Yes, it’s normal for everything to hurt.
8. I like to hold my thumbs or crack my knuckles while I run…
9. Ice water.
10. I’m getting back into running after lots of nagging injuries, so for now it’s nice to be running pain free – even if it’s only a couple times a week.

1. Bubble Gum Ice Cream. Weird but delicious!
2. Donuts! A burrito would feel like a lot in your belly during the run!
3. More body glide, a waist belt (lost mine :( ) and some new running tanks
4. Raining…. hard. If it is sprinkling, I will suck it up and run (telling myself how hardcore I am the whole time…)
5. Reese Witherspoon. She seems so fun!
6 Boston marathon Shadow Run in Afghanistan. It was my first marathon and I spent weeks training with my then-boyfriend (now husband). It felt incredible to complete it!
7. Trust your body and know that it will get easier with time!
8. Constantly check my heart rate. And raise my arm when I see a hazard/crack/etc (safety first for everyone around me!)
9. Peanut butter waffle from Waffle House… with my husband!
10. My pace. When I first started, I could barely keep up a 12:00/mi pace. Now 8:45/mi is do-able!

1. Bibimbap!! (Korean food is delicious) It’s spicy and you get carbs, protein, and veggies all in one!
2. Definitely 6 donuts. Pretty sure I’d end up throwing up a large burrito.
3. Roll Recovery R8 Massager
4. If it is humid outside, I will not run outside. Treadmill!
5. Julie Foudy
6. Notre Dame Holy Half Marathon
7. Do it because you love it.
8. Try not to think about anything.
9. Lots of water followed by a big ol’ tub of watermelon!
10. It get harder and harder to find the time and motivation to run like I used to, but that doesn’t make me love it any less!

1. Icecold watermelon and a green smoothie
2. 6 doughnuts ?
3. Running tanks, sport bras and Nike running shorts
4. Lightning!
5. I would love to go on a run with you. I think we would be great friends!
6. My first marathon in Jaxonville FL this past February!!
7. You GET to do this! Your body is a temple, honor and respect it. Always be greatful.
8. I jam out to my music, I may look crazy, but I’m having fun!
9. A cold shower and a yummy snack! (Cold crunchy nut butter and a banana!)
10. It used to be all about the calories burned and just running to “lose wieght”. Now I have a completely different outlook on running. My body is precious and important. I fuel and treat it right, so I can run for a long time to come.

????

1. If you could have one meal that was in your kitchen and waiting for you to eat each day after your run, what would it be (for this meal we are pretending that anything/everything is fair game… it’s all healthy, nutritious and will help your recovery so say whatever you think would be the yummiest)?!?

A juicy burger!

2. Would you rather have to eat 6 donuts or a large burrito in the middle of your next long run?

6 donuts

3. If I handed you a $100 gift card to a running website (that has EVERYTHING running related)… WHAT WOULD YOU SPEND THE $100 on (details are appreciated)?

A pair of brooks running shoes!

4. Fill in the blank: If it is ________________ outside, I will not run outside. Would you then either choose to run on the treadmill or not at all?

Icy. I’d choose the treadmill as long as driving conditions were safe.

5. If you could go on a run with any famous person or famous athlete… WHO would it be?

Kara Goucher

6. If you could go back in time and choose any race that you have done in the past and have that same experience all over again, which one would it be?

My first marathon (Pittsburgh marathon)’

7. If your best friend decided to become a runner today and you could give her one piece of advice, WHAT WOULD THAT BE?!

Take it one day at a time. It’s going to be tough in the beginning. But it’s so worth it!

8. What is one weird/different thing you do during your runs?

Snot rockets! Hahaha

9. What is your usual race/hard run reward afterwards? A food/drink/other?

Iced coffee!

10. What has been the biggest change in your running from when you very first started until now?

I don’t take things for granted. Having gone through injuries, and dealing with my current struggles of chronic pain from Lyme disease, I’m very grateful for every single run.

1. That depends. After a cold winter run, I” usually hungry for pancakes or bacon and eggs. But, now that it’s warmer, all I can think about is watermelon or one of those strawberry refreshers from starbucks after a warm run!
2. Neither! They both sound awful!
3. Hmm…that’s a tough one. I would order from either Lululemon, Brooks, or Oiselle. And, I would definitely splurge and get something I normally wouldn’t buy, like a nice running jacket or sports bras.
4. Definitely lightning and I would hit the treadmill, if I really really had to (sorry, but I HATE the treadmill)
5. I would LOVE to go on a run with Kara Goucher! She seems so down-to-earth.
6. The marathon I just did in April. I would love a redemption race!!
7. Do NOT compare yourself as a runner to anyone else.
8. If I see a dog or geese when I am running, I will turn around and go the long way just to avoid them. I have been bitten by a dog and I do not like geese!
9. Ice cream!!!
10. I definitely put in more miles, do different types of workouts (tempo, speed, intervals, etc.), and my pace has gotten faster.

1. Eggs, avocado, bacon and a smoothie.
2. Donuts (but I have type 1 diabetes so can I say neither :) )
3. Moving comfort sports bras!!!
4. Raining and cold…the worst!!
5. I would love to go on a run with an athlete with type 1 diabetes…or an Olympic athelete!
6. My first 1/2 marathon in Charlottesville, VA
7. Find a buddy to make the miles pass and ALWSYS STRETCH!
8. I used to run on a treadmill every day and I would wear sweatbands around my wrist and use them haha now I only listen to like 4 songs when I run
9. Eggs. Or a smoothie. Or both!
10. I try to run fast and take days off.

1. I love a big very cold glass of chocolate milk
2. Tough choice. I like them both but mid race not so much. Just the thought is making me feel like I have a stomach ache
3. I could use a new pair of shoes. Launch3 were on sale this last weekend at Dick’s
4. Ice. I was on the treadmill many miles this past winter
5. After listening to you podcast with Lindsay, you would be fun, Janae, but you would not like my slow pace. So, maybe Tina Muir, her first run back was over 10 min./mile. I could keep up!
6. My PR. Half at Rails to Trails. It is a flat out and back with a slight downhill coming back. You go through railroad tunnels that are lit by lanterns and the scenery is awesome. It was the one and only my husband ran.
7. Don’t do the comparison game
9. Big juicy cheese burger. I seem to crave them
10. I run different run..in the beginning I just ran as fast as I could for prescribed miles trying to beat the day before.

1. My dad’s homemade waffles with peanut butter spread on top!
2. Donuts!
3. Definitely new running shoes. It’s been a while!!
4. Rainy or too cold for the kiddos… I’m in the run with a double-stroller life phase.
5. Michelle Obama. Just an inspirational woman I think I’d enjoy chatting with.
6. Last high school xc race.
7. Run outside as much as possible! God’s creation is inspiring!
8. I actually prefer running with my kids to running without the stroller now!
9. All the carbs!
10. Confidence and speed!

1. Blueberry cake donut, acai bowl, and pancakes
2. 6 donuts 100%
3. New shoes
4. Snowing/hailing
5. Allyson Felix!!!
9. Blueberry cake donut and iced coffee :)
10. I don’t take it as seriously as I used to. I do what I can when I can and give myself more grace.

1. A fully loaded breakfast sandwich
2. Ugh, a burrito I guess but only bc I feel like it would be smaller than 6 donuts
3. Tights… always a big purchase so $100 would help!
4. Icy roads!
5. I have NO IDEA
6. My first half! I had no idea what I was doing :) no water,no fuel, still my best time.
7. Nothing is easy when you start something new!
8. I’m running pregnant at the moment, so I still get a lot of weird looks
9. Carbs …mmmm
10. I listen to my body much better now!

Hi Janae!
This is FUN!
1. ) My number one post-workout food is without a doubt INDIAN!! I am always craving spicy indian curry with a side of garlic naan after every workout. It’s become a running joke with me and my boyfriend since it happens so often!
2.) I would consider it a PLEASURE to eat 6 donuts during my next run haha.
3.)$100 to a running website would be a dream come true…I would seriously need a spread sheet to figure out what would be the best thing to go with. I think I would choose either a pair of Brooks running capris (I’ve been eyeing the Greenlight ones in the pink, yellow, and purple color), Brooks Cascadia Shell running jacket, or put it towards the newest version of the Glycerins when they come out!!
4.) If it is sleating outside, I would choose to run on the treadmill. I like running a drizzle, but if it’s a mix or rain and snow-no thank you!
5.) I would choose to go on a run with Sara Hall, to talk to her about her adoption experience since that is something I want to do, or Ellen DeGenerous-I just love her!!
6.) I would go back in time and run the race I actually just ran this past weekend-the Boston Run to Remember. I got a huge PR, and pushed myself harder than I have ever done before. It was not an easy race by ANY means, but I showed myself I can push through the pain and accomplish anything I set my mind to.
7.) My piece of running advice would be-get prepared. You are about to change your whole life! Running is a passion that flows into every aspect of life in the best way possible.
8.) I dance during my runs all the time. The music I listen to always has me pretending to play drums as I run down the street!
9.) When I finish a race, I always get a HUGE ice cream sundae!!!
10.) I have finally started doing speed work, and it has made such a big difference in my overall running performance!

1) Cinnamon rolls and/or donuts!
2) Definitely donuts! Burritos have too many flavors and I’d be so sick. Glazed donuts on the other hand…
3) Could it be $1,000?? Ha! Maybe a new race day outfit – a tank top and shorts with some balega socks.
4) STORMING. I’ll do heat/cold/wind/rain but not storms. I’d probably just hop on the treadmill for my miles.
5) Desiree Linden. She seems so humble and down to earth but such a hard worker
6) My half marathon PR! I have no idea what happened that day but the stars aligned and I ran such a strong race. It was a beautiful day in South Carolina and when we got home from the race we decided to put in offer in on our new house.
7) Have fun! Don’t ever outrun your joy of running.
8) I’m always doing math in my head during runs, even easy runs.
9) Pizza is my absolute favorite!
10) I’ve learned so much about the sport. I understand how to listen to my body and how different workouts provide benefits.

1. Eggs on avocado toast
2. DONUTS all the way
3. Sports bars and running shorts
4. Foggy and lower than -15C (def the treadmill)
5. Already done it! The legendary ultradistance Greek record holder maria Polyzou – google her she has done some INCREDIBLE things and she was my marathon coach https://taleoftworuns.com/2016/02/27/maria-polyzou-interview-with-a-legend/
6. Athens Authentic marathon 2016
7. Take it slow
8. Stop thinking
9. Brunching like its nobody’s business LOL
10. Gainned crazy endurance! Never thought I could run like 20 miles and live to tell the tale about it

I love this!
1. Pizza!
2. Donuts
3. Definitely shoes, I go through them so quickly.
4. Icy. I’d dreadmill run, but probably not enjoy it.
5. Desi
6. Boston Marathon 2016. The stars aligned and I had one of my best races ever. Plus, it’s Boston.
7. Enjoy it. Don’t stress it.
8. Always look for a bathroom in case I need it!
9. A hard cider ;-)
10. I used to always run solo, and now I do most of my runs with a group or a friend.

1. My mom makes this chicken, cornbread, and baked bean casserole that is to die for. I never get sick of it and it always tastes amazing after a hard workout.
2. Definitely six donuts. I crave all the carbs while I’m running.
3. My sports bras are in pretty bad shape so I would spend that $100 on a few nice sports bras.
4. I’m like you, if it’s windy out NO THANKS. I’ll take the treadmill over wind any day.
5. I would love to go on a run with Michelle Obama or Chris Pratt :)
8. As I mentioned above, the minute I start running I am always STARVING. Especially on my long runs I probably eat more than the average person. I can also run on a full stomach and not feel a thing. I just love food. I also don’t love to listen to music when I run unless it’s a speed day. I’d take a nice boring podcast any day ha

1. PIZZA1

2. Had a bad experience with a burrito before so I’ll say 6 doughnuts

3. Anything oiselle! Specifically I really want to try their stride shorts.

4. Live in Chicago, and I run year round. The only thing that sidelines me is thunderstorms. I will use a treadmill, but i don’t own one.

5. Yiou Wang, Ginger Runner/Mile long legs, and YOU!

6. My first 50 miler. Amazing!

7. don’t be afraid to walk and sign up for a Race. You need a goal.

8. I talk to myself, but I don’t think that is too weird.

9. IPA

10. Running has shifted from less structured to more structured. I have goals and big races and with that comes more specific workouts and miles I have to hit.

1. THANKSGIVING! turkey, stuffing, cranberry – all of it!
2. 6 donuts. Otherwise I would probably have diarrhea all over ;)
3. A new running watch.
4. I dont have a fill in the blank because I will run in all types of weather. HATE THE TREADMILL!
5. michael jordan
6. philly marathon last november; after taking 5 years off from the marathon distance, i came back to the distance without goals and had such an awesome day! now im looking to BQ!
7. make each run count. some days will feel awesome, some days will feel like crap. know youre not alone and enjoy the process!
8. i think about food. constantly.
9. coconut water and a sandwich!
10. realizing that my body can do amazing things. and recognizing that injuries happen and to try to stay positive.

1. There is a local smoothie place called Wheeze The Juice. I’d have one of their smoothies after every run if I could afford it.
2. I think I’d be better off with 6 donuts instead of a large burrito. They both sound terrible mid-run.
3. I’m currently wanting a hydration belt, new running socks, and the Oiselle roga shorts in black. I’d probably get the hydration belt first.
4. If it is lightning outside, I will not run outside. I hate the treadmill so I’ll just wait for better weather and run outside.
5. I’d love to go for a run with Ryan and Sara Hall, or Meb.
6. Boston 2017. It was my first Boston and I loved it.
7. Enjoy the run. Don’t worry about speed yet.

1 – Acai bowl with all the toppings – granola, more fruit, coconut, etc.
2 – Donuts, definitely donuts. I mean..neither is ideal…haha but the sugar must be more helpful than the fibre of any veggies/beans in that burrito! omg
3 – I’m seriously considering that I spend it all on socks…hahah!! They are so expensive but make the run so much more enjoyable.
4 – I would only not run outside if it were too icy…and then I would choose the treadmill. This only happened once last year!
5 – Probably Lauren Fleshman … I just listened to the Runner’s World podcast with her and she seems so down to earth and funny. The miles would fly by I’m sure!
6 – I haven’t raced a ton, but my first trail race (28km) was super fun. It was so, so muddy and sloppy and I had no expectations or goals except to enjoy the run..and I did! It was so great. I ended up with an age category prize and have loved the trails ever since.
7 – Be consistent – while it doesn’t seem like it at first, running more regularly will feel better in the long run and help you prevent injury.
8 – I never listen to music
9 – Pizza. Thin crust, Napoleon style pizza. And a beer :)
10 – Getting a running coach this year has boosted my confidence and has already made me a stronger (faster, healthier) runner. A total 180 from where I was this time last year.

1. Bays English muffin with peanut butter
2. 6 donuts for sure!
3. New asics cumulus sneaks. Love them.
4. Probably crazy humidity…in PA summers can be BRUTAL!!! I’d probably not do the treadmill, I’d just wake up at a ridiculous hour to go before it heats up too much.
5. Hmmm…probably any pro runner, just so I can pick their brain as we go :)
6. My first marathon, Harrisburg. I felt so stron and confident and badass and actually enjoyed every mile. Seriously.
7. It’s about more than growing as a runner, pay attention to how it helps you grow as a person!

1. If you could have one meal that was in your kitchen and waiting for you to eat each day after your run, what would it be (for this meal we are pretending that anything/everything is fair game… it’s all healthy, nutritious and will help your recovery so say whatever you think would be the yummiest)?!?
Watermelon or a giant cheeseburger with sweet potato fries!

2. Would you rather have to eat 6 donuts or a large burrito in the middle of your next long run?
Definitely 6 donuts

. If I handed you a $100 gift card to a running website (that has EVERYTHING running related)… WHAT WOULD YOU SPEND THE $100 on (details are appreciated)?
A personal training plan or coach, or also a treadmill

4. Fill in the blank: If it is ________________ outside, I will not run outside. Would you then either choose to run on the treadmill or not at all?
Below 20

5. If you could go on a run with any famous person or famous athlete… WHO would it be?
Kara Goucher

6. If you could go back in time and choose any race that you have done in the past and have that same experience all over again, which one would it be?
My first Boston

7. If your best friend decided to become a runner today and you could give her one piece of advice, WHAT WOULD THAT BE?!
Don’t give up, you will have really hard days but lots of really good ones too!

8. What is one weird/different thing you do during your runs?
For my long runs I usually drive my course in the morning and drop water and fuel!

9. What is your usual race/hard run reward afterwards? A food/drink/other?
For marathons, I let myself but a new running outfit.

10. What has been the biggest change in your running from when you very first started until now?
The way that I fuel, and how running has just become part of my everyday life.

1. Pancakes & scrambled eggs w. cheese
2. Donuts
3. Shorts/leggings/Nuun/socks/sportsbra
4. Thunder & Lightening; Treadmill YES
5. Sara Crouch
6. 2014 when i did a half that i didn’t have to walk
7. Just to be you and not worry/stress over pace and being as fast as others
8. I pray (this is not weird to me but may be different to others)
9. Fat juicy Cheeseburger
10. Endurance; being able to run without walking

1. If you could have one meal that was in your kitchen and waiting for you to eat each day after your run, what would it be (for this meal we are pretending that anything/everything is fair game… it’s all healthy, nutritious and will help your recovery so say whatever you think would be the yummiest)?!? Probably something and fries because I always seem to crave salt when I run! And watermelon. I crave that too :)

2. Would you rather have to eat 6 donuts or a large burrito in the middle of your next long run? Donuts!

3. If I handed you a $100 gift card to a running website (that has EVERYTHING running related)… WHAT WOULD YOU SPEND THE $100 on (details are appreciated)? Shirts! I never seem to have enough!

4. Fill in the blank: If it is ________________ outside, I will not run outside. Would you then either choose to run on the treadmill or not at all? Sleeting.

5. If you could go on a run with any famous person or famous athlete… WHO would it be? Kara Groucher -I love her!

6. If you could go back in time and choose any race that you have done in the past and have that same experience all over again, which one would it be? Crossing the finish line at my first (and so far only) full Marathon. I literally cried I was so so proud of how far I’d come!

7. If your best friend decided to become a runner today and you could give her one piece of advice, WHAT WOULD THAT BE?! No one can breather when they start to run. You have to learn it. So just keep going till you do.

8. What is one weird/different thing you do during your runs? Carry chapstick. And a tissue.

9. What is your usual race/hard run reward afterwards? A food/drink/other? Frappe or ice cream!

10. What has been the biggest change in your running from when you very first started until now? Distance.

1. Strawberry ice box cake
2. Donuts for sure!
3. Running tanks! I always forget about them and end up spending the money on leggings/shorts… therefore: running tank defecit
4. If it is icy outside, I will not run outside. I would go on the treadmill or skip, depending on driving conditions
5. Robin Arzon. I love her approach to running.
6. I recently did a Mutt Strut to benefit our humane society. There were hundreds of dogs having the best day of their lives. IT was great.
7. Run in a way that feels good! If you go too hard right away, you’ll never want to stick with it. RUN FOR FUN
8. I’ll try to run on busier roads when I get tired. Knowing that there are cars going by possibly watching (even though they’re really not) motivates me to keep goof posture/form and a steady pace.
9. Kombucha! It’s so refreshing this time of year.
10. I’ve started running with people. It’s so nice to have the company (sometimes… I still like the solo runs best though)

1. Fresh bagel with peanut butter!
2. a large burrito
3. new accessories – socks, headbands, water bottle
4. sleeting and I would choose the treadmill!
5. you! :-)
6. San Diego Marathon
7. Just start! Run for 30 seconds and walk… small steps
8. Think about what would happen if I got hit by a car …and then my mind wanders to what my husband would need to do with the kids!
9. We usually hit Starbucks
10. IT band injuries and the fact that something is always hurting…

1. Green curry with rice.

2. Large burrito!

3. I need some new running shirts. I like sleeveless best (not tank tops).

4. Fill in the blank: If it is __________WINDY______ outside, I will not run outside. I love running on the treadmill so I’d do that instead.

5. Bryan Sofi

6. The first half marathon where I broke two hours.

7. Don’t try to go too far at first, and it will start feeling better very soon!!

8. I have to spit a lot. Gross, I know!

9. Coconut water and Greek food.

10. At the moment, I’m recovering from a stress fracture so I can’t run. :( When I started, I was younger and I never seemed to get injured.

1. Bread. Like a big loaf of french bread.
2. Donuts
3. I really need new shoes. I’ve been a Brooks Pureflow fan for years. I bought the 5s a couple of months ago and they feel so different from previous models, so sad :(
4. Icy. I’ll do the treadmill.
5. Somebody funny to keep me entertained… like Will Ferrell? I think I remember seeing he ran a marathon once.
6. Flying Pig in Cincinnati – my first marathon!
7. Don’t overdo it or stress about pace. Just start slow and steady, and you’ll eventually get there.
8. I run with my dog a lot, and I’ve noticed that when I start getting tired or feeling rough… I’ll encourage her. Like, come on girl, we’ve got this!!! Except she is fine… I’m really just encouraging myself!
9. Pizza
10. My speed. I started years and years ago with the goal of running a 5k and keeping sub-10 minute miles. That pace is now painfully slow for me!

1. Spaghetti and garlic bread!
2. Donuts – YUM
3. A pair of running shorts (the spandex kind that I only have capri leggings in now), a new (good!) sports bra and if I had money leftover some protein bars to try!
4. HOT (even though I live in MI when it’s hot it’s hot and miserable! Treadmill for the win! I actually love treadmill running – it’s my “me time” to watch all my trashy tv shows!
5. I’d like to run with YOU! I have so much I could learn……
6. I haven’t done many races but I’d chose my longest which was a half marathon 9/2015
7. Start slow – only run for a few minutes at a time and wait until the endorphins kick in after your run before you decide it isn’t for you!
8. When I am a mile away from being done I visualize I am running on a track and tell myself “4 laps left, that’s easy, you can do, 3 left, only 2 laps, push it!, etc”
9. Ice cream!
10. I’m old now! At 35 and 2 kids later I can feel everything more and I have major trouble with my right hip

1. Mcdonald’s diet coke (CRAVE this while I run!), burrito bowl, and chips/guac – I need salt!
2. 6 donuts! They are lighter and fluffier then a burrito!
3. SO HARD TO CHOOSE. I probably would put it towards some awesome new shoes! Can never have too many running shoes!
4. RAINING/SNOWING. I would then choose to run on a treadmill
5. Carrie Underwood. I think she would just be fun to hang out with. Or Jennifer Garner. She is pretty much my favorite ever.
6. I haven’t done many races, but I can think of a few that I would like to do! I would love to do TC Marathon here in MN, Grandma’s Marathon, or MedCity Marathon.
7. Start off slow!! And you will be surprised at what your body can do!
8. I’m sure the self talk/pep talk I give myself would be the weird thing that I do. Or basically trying different positions with my hands.
9. McDonald’s diet coke :)
10. That I can run a lot further, and in intervals then I could before!

1. Blueberry Egg Sandwich and a Donut
2. 6 Donuts!!
3. Any running attire. I LOVE tanks and I would really like a nice running jacket.
4. If it is FREEZING outside, I will be on a treadmill. I HATE the cold.
5. Shalane Flanagan
6. I would definitely run the NIKE Women’s Half in DC again because it was my first half marathon, the route was beautiful and FLAT, and the post-race celebration was awesome (who doesn’t love a Tiffany’s necklace as a medal?!)
7. Just Do It. It will get better, you will get better.
8. I will always give myself pep talks when things get rough or some tough love.
9. If it’s a long Saturday run then a nap is always nice or a big breakfast!
10. I now know that I can achieve anything I want with patience and lots of practice!

1. Pasta!!! Any kind, preferably with pesto…and fresh parmesan cheese
2. A large burrito
3. Moving comfort sports bras and balega/feetures socks!
4. Snowing … I’d do yoga inside instead
5. Kerri Walsh Jennings
6. Falmouth Road Race
7. Run at your own pace and choose your own goals
8. I don’t think I have any weird running habits…
9. Lobster roll or a hot dog
10. My attitude – I used to focus on unhealthy competition with others, and getting that “runners’ bod.” Now my focus is on overall physical and mental well-being and running at my own pace.

1. If you could have one meal that was in your kitchen and waiting for you to eat each day after your run, what would it be (for this meal we are pretending that anything/everything is fair game… it’s all healthy, nutritious and will help your recovery so say whatever you think would be the yummiest)?!?

–I have a serious addiction to a sauteed kale and roasted sweet potato egg scramble lately (topped with some feta). Like I could seriously eat it everyday. That would be a good one for me!

2. Would you rather have to eat 6 donuts or a large burrito in the middle of your next long run?

–Neither sounds great during a long run… but I guess I’ll go with donuts because, well… donuts.

3. If I handed you a $100 gift card to a running website (that has EVERYTHING running related)… WHAT WOULD YOU SPEND THE $100 on (details are appreciated)?

–A good sports bra! And a running hat. My poor sports bras have about had it and I desperately need to splurge on a good one. And I’ve been super into running in hats lately since my skin is so prone to sunburn in the summer. All of my current hats are not made of sweat resistant/wicking material so they make my head really hot.

4. Fill in the blank: If it is ________________ outside, I will not run outside. Would you then either choose to run on the treadmill or not at all?

–RAINING… I would use the treadmill instead. :)

5. If you could go on a run with any famous person or famous athlete… WHO would it be?

–Hmmm… Meb, Mo Farah, Shalane, Kara. There are so many! But I’d honestly really love a run with YOU!

6. If you could go back in time and choose any race that you have done in the past and have that same experience all over again, which one would it be?

–My half at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC was pretty darn awesome. I hit negative splits the whole time and chased the 2hour pacer like crazy! That one left me feeling really proud of myself!

7. If your best friend decided to become a runner today and you could give her one piece of advice, WHAT WOULD THAT BE?!

–There are so many things! But my number one would be STRENGTH TRAINING! So many people say it helps reduce risk of injury and they are so correct!

8. What is one weird/different thing you do during your runs?

–Hold my phone and use wired headphones… this would drive some people crazy but I like to be in control of my music easily and Bluetooth headphones don’t work great where I live. I’ve accepted it. HA!

9. What is your usual race/hard run reward afterwards? A food/drink/other?

–Some relaxation in my bed with Netflix on! And maybe my favorite Almond Pillow Cookies from The Fresh Market.

10. What has been the biggest change in your running from when you very first started until now?

–My pace has improved A LOT! I used to run an 11-12 min mile, now I’m running comfortably at an 8:50-9:10 pace.

1. Long runs—- cheese pizza!
2. Ugh neither…stomach problems. Although a burrito sounds amazing right now.
3. MATERNITY RUNNING SHORTS! Any recommendations? My regular ones are starting to get a tad bit too small and uncomfortable.
4. Monsooning…. and treadmill
5. No idea! Tough question!
6. Probably the last 1/2 I ran. It was 15 weeks after I finished chemo and I wasn’t sure I’d be able to even do it when I signed up. I cried a few times during the run and crossed the finish line blaring “fight song”…. I felt SO STRONG during that race (and was still mostly bald!) even though it wasn’t my fastest time :)
7. Don’t let the hard/ rough/ bad days determine your ability.
8. I think I’m pretty normal.
9. Italian food…pizza, pasta, cheese
10. Nutrition! Figuring out how to fuel (I used to have horrrrrrrrible stomach issues after long runs).

1. A sweet potato with spinach, pulled rotisserie chicken, and salsa.
2. 6 donuts, for sure.
3. I would probably go with a new pair of running shoes because I’m just obsessed with shoes. I’d probably try the new Pure Flows. They were my favorite shoe, but I wasn’t crazy about the last version. I’d like to try the new ones and see if they are back to being the shoe of my dreams.
4. Raining… I would probably go with the treadmill as long as my planned run didn’t exceed 6-7 miles (my limit for treadmill running).
5. Reese Witherspoon. I just think that she would be so down to earth and fun to hang out with!
6. My first marathon, St. Jude’s in Memphis. I was such a new runner and would change a lot of things about that race.
7. Competition will still your joy! Don’t worry about anyone else’s speed or ability. Be proud that your body is an amazing piece of machinery!
8. I wear two pairs of thin socks. The first pair are thin toe socks with a thin pair of regular socks or compression socks on top. This has helped with blisters during long runs. I swear by it!
9. An ice cream sundae!
10. I’ve learned to listen to my body. In the past I thought I should run through the pain :(

1. Loaded cheese fries
2. 6 donuts – especially if the are the toasted coconut ones that are my favorite. In fact, you could space them out along the run so I could run towards them. LOL.
3. An arm band big enough to hold my iPhone 6Plus – it’s too big for my amphipod and then I would buy the sturdiest running bra I can find. right now, I am wearing two to get the support I need. anything left over, some NuUn electrolytes because I sweat a lot during the summer.
4. If it is more than 80 degrees outside, I will not run outside. I would go to the gym to run on the treadmill or wait until the temp cools down to run after dark.
5. I’d run with Usain Bolt – not cause I’m fast (I’m the slowest of the slow runners) but because I like how he seems to joke around a lot on the field.
6. My first race – it was a 5K at Giants stadium.
7. Best friend, start slow so you can focus on breathing properly and building your stamina.
8. Weird thing? Did I mention I am wearing 2 bras? I also run up and down the same side of the street so the tilt at the edge of the road evens out and I don’t stress one side of my body
9. What is your usual race/hard run reward afterwards? I like a burger and fries after a long run but I just started running again so I haven’t worked up to those rewards yet.
10. When I started running, I did races all the time. I haven’t done one now in what feels like forever.

Great questions, Janae.

1. Cafe Rio salad or burrito! It’s my ultimate comfort food.

2. Definitely the burrito! I don’t enjoy eating most varieties of donuts, plus they give me a stomachache even when I’m not running

3. Moving Comfort sports bras! They’re the best for those of us who love running but are well-endowed.

4. If it is over 83 degrees I will not run outside. I’ve run in -10 before though. :) I’d go with the treadmill, but the elliptical is usually my indoor go-to machine.

5. Lauren Fleshman! She’s amazing, and I find her so easy to relate to, though my struggles have been on a smaller scale than hers.

6. I was running a race in China (my husband and I are Americans, and were living there for about a year) and I found out that the race was going to be longer than advertised by maybe a mile, so I was already kind of nervous about how it was going to go. But it was a lovely, flat course around a large lake, and it was lightly raining (which I love). About 1/3 of the way in, I got a bad cramp in my thigh, so I started slowing down. Just before an older man, maybe in his 50s, had fallen into step with me, so when I started falling back he turned around and waved for me to catch up. I barely spoke Mandarin (basically, just numbers) and he didn’t speak any English, so we couldn’t speak to each other. But through gestures, I realized he was wholeheartedly encouraging me to keep going, so I pushed through it and ran with him longer. Eventually the cramp eased and I finished the race better than I’d expected. The man came up to me after the race and we were able to talk a bit because my husband translated for us. It’s a special race to me because this man showed me that people don’t have to speak the same language to show kindness and support each other. Because of his help, I had a positive and memorable experience.

7. Run with a group to have fun until it becomes less painful, then run on your own to find out who you are.

8. Sometimes I get random words stuck in my head, and I run to the rhythm of them. A favorite: un sacapuntas. (Thank you, 7th grade Spanish class).

9. Fresh homemade popcorn, with lots of salt. And a nice chocolate-PB-banana smoothie.

10. I started running by going out for sprints on my 8th grade track team. I soon switched to distance, but for years the thought of racing anything longer than a mile was unfathomable. Now I love races, especially 5ks and 10ks.