Yum. Healthy Bites arrived in the mail this week.
Do you ever have one of those weeks where you feel like you can never get your head above water? That’s the question I posed on Facebook Wednesday night. Lately, I’ve been feeling like I’m stuck underwater. Optimistically, I think that it’s only been this past week but I know that it’s likely been longer. I don’t know if it has anything to do with the end of the summer and impending start of the school year. Or overall, just being burnt out. I was heartened to hear that I wasn’t alone in feeling this way. Anyhow, despite the craziness (or maybe as a distraction from it?), I came across some lovely blog posts this week.
4 Fitness Grammar Mistakes
In elementary school, I loved learning grammar and creating grammar trees. This post by Kymberly and Alexandra had me giggling about the blatant grammar gaffes that fitness instructors often make in the heat of the moment.
Dear Over-Exercising
Lindsay at Lindsay’s List has always been pretty upfront about her struggles with an eating disorder and body image issues. In this post, Lindsay breaks up over-exercising. It’s a really honest post about the internal battle I’m pretty sure many of us endure. I know that I still battle over-exercising voices in my head all the time.
The Choice I Made
Abby from Run Stronger Every Day shared this incredible post about a difficult and brave decision she recently made. I can’t even do the post justice. I had tears in my eyes. You should just go read it.
10 Things My Alcoholic Parents Taught Me
OK, at first blush this doesn’t look like the most uplifting post out there but Ado over at the Momalog shares the good side and some important lessons that she learned as a result. It’s an extremely positive perspective on a situation in which most people just focus on the negative aspects.
Happy
To end off the week, I have to go back to Miz over at MizFitOnline. Miz always seems to tap into exactly what I’m feeling or what I need to hear and this post was no different. She talks about the many parallels between climbing and life and how both leave her energized and simply happy.
I have some other fun news to share with you. A few weeks ago, I received an invitation to join The Mezamashii Run Project. I had been hearing about this project of Mizuno across many social media circles and blogs and I wanted in.
You see, I first discovered and fell for Mizuno running shoes back in 2005 when I was training for the NYC Triathlon. It was the first time that I was properly fitted for running shoes and OMG the difference was incredible. I remember feeling like I was running on clouds. Since then, I’ve always wanted to go back to Mizunos and now I’m excited to have that chance.
“Mezamashii” means “brilliant” or “eye opening” in Japanese – a word that captures the essence and euphoria of a brilliant run. Through The Mezamashii Project, Mizuno is inviting runners to receive a free pair of shoes and join the quest for a brilliant run.
With my invite, I choose a pair of Mizuno Wave Nirvana 8 Running Shoes - the latest version of the model that I owned back in 2005. It also provides maximum support and cushioning which was important to me as I begin to run again post-knee surgery. While I haven’t yet taken them for a run, I have worn them around for walks and they feel heavenly. I cannot wait to wear them for my first real run post-surgery – destined to be a brilliant run.
The fun part is that a brilliant run may be in the future for one lucky reader. I have one invitation to giveaway which will get you one free pair of Mizuno running shoes (any model except the “Prophecy.”) Here’s how you enter:
- Leave a comment telling me about a brilliant run you’ve had or hope to have.
- For an extra entry, follow me on Twitter (@cyu888) and tweet “I want to join @cyu888 in the #Mezamashii Project. Win a FREE pair of @MizunoRunning shoes for a #brilliantrun. http://www.lovelifesurf.com/2012/08/friday-round-up-and-mezamashii-project-giveaway.html”. Leave a separate comment to let me know what you did.
- For an extra entry, find the photo of my beautiful new Mizunos on Instagram (@cyu888) and leave me a comment that you want to have a #Mezamashii #BrilliantRun. Be sure to leave a comment here that you did this.
- For an extra entry, share a picture on Instagram of a place where you’ve had a brilliant run. Be sure to tag me (@cyu888) and include the hashtag #BrillianRun and #Mezamashii. Be sure to leave a comment here that you did this.
{I received a pair of shoes free of charge from Mizuno USA as part of The Mezamashii Run Project and one invitation which I decided to giveaway. I received no other compensation and all opinions are my own.}
First of all, thank you for including our grammar post in your list. That was very kind of you. Secondly, I’m glad you’re feeling well enough after knee surgery to run again. I am not entering your contest because I love to walk, but hate to run. I had a completely reconstructed knee after a soccer injury so running isn’t fun any more. I hope next week is a head above water, feet on surfboard kind of week!
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Thank you so much for you kind comment. I hope next week is a head-above-water, feet-on-the-surfboard kind of week too! That would be fantastic
I’d love to complete a triathlon someday – I think the run at the end would be the most challenging, but also most rewarding, one ever.
thank you so so so much for linking my post.
Ive shifted my writing at mizfit recently and only write when something is important to me or a passion and Im honored you wanted to share.
Miz recently posted..Words That Heal: Unearthing the Life You Deserve (guest post).
It’s hard for me not to want to share just about every post you write. I meant it when I said that you always seem to tap into what I’m feeling or needing to hear at the moment. You have a gift for connecting with people and I’m honored to read what you write!
JEALOUS!!! I haven’t had a brilliant run in awhile because of my knee but I did successfully do a 2.5 mile yesterday pain free thanks to my new knee brace! Love Mizuno!
Angela @ Happy Fit Mama recently posted..Boston Bound for #HLS12
I’m so happy to hear this!!! Yay for a good run.
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Angela @ Happy Fit Mama recently posted..Boston Bound for #HLS12
found your pic on instagram and commented!
Angela @ Happy Fit Mama recently posted..Boston Bound for #HLS12
They couldn’t have picked a better person to extend an invitation to. I hope you have a brilliant, eye opening run on your first post surgery run. Just tweet me when you start and finish so that I know you are okay. I tend to worry.
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Thanks Kristen. I’m seriously touched that you worry. My own mother doesn’t even bother worrying anymore
Um, Hunger Games is out on DVD this weekend???
so i just read Abby’s post. OH MY WORD–AMAZING STRENGTH!! I loved how she smiled all the way through it. And yea for healthy bites. Hope they made your week better.
I am just now able to walk/run. I’d say of those are good, cause i can finally do it again.
lindsay recently posted..30 minute Thursday: How to Relax?
Isn’t that an incredible post?? I really admire her strength and bravery. Yes, HBs definitely make for a better week so thank YOU!
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I had a brilliant run at the track yesterday. Unseasonably cool and my legs found some speed they hadn’t had in a while! And yes, I was running in my Mizunos!
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Coco recently posted..Five Things I Learned On My First Bike Ride
i had a brilliant short but fast run yesterday!
I can’t really run right now with my PF, but I’ve been wanting to try these shoes to see if they’ll help!
(thanks for the link love!)
Lindsay @ Lindsay’s List recently posted..sweet clara
I hope your PF is getting better. I’ve had it in both feet and it’s no fun!! Thank you for writing a really open and honest post that I don’t think many people have the guts to do.
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Lindsay @ Lindsay’s List recently posted..sweet clara
I tweeted the giveaway!
liked your photo on instagram!
Love the new kicks! Good luck to the winner! (I’m from Canada)
Kierston recently posted..10 Weeks Out: A Pain in the Neck!
I had a brilliant run yesterday! We started at 6am and ran by the bayfront in Pensacola. By the time we had turned around to head back the sun had come up a little and it radiated orange and purple behind some beautiful clouds. It was an incredible view! Gave me goosebumps!
I follow you on Twitter and tweeted about the giveaway!
Regina recently posted..Crosstraining Woes…
I follow you on Instagram, found your pic and left a comment!
This was a damn good Friday roundup. They’re all good. But you know what I mean.
ilene recently posted..What My Swami Said
A brilliant run is one that I actually enjoy instead of hurt every step!
I followed you on twitter and I tweeted about your giveaway!
Crisitna recently posted..Why I Tri (My Guest Post)
Christine!!! Thanks for the link love. I hope you have a really great day. I had a brilliant run last weekend when I ran 13 miles with our lululemon family and felt really good. 3 months after surgery, I am finally feeling like my old self. It’s good to be back
Abby recently posted..Not-Quite-Your-Pace Running Friends
Seriously Abby, your post was amazing and I think that it’s a really important one for others to read. I’m more than happy to share it. Plus, the fact that you seemed to always look on the positive side and smile through it (tho’ I’m sure that it was hard as hell) is incredible. I’m so happy to hear about your brilliant run and that you are feeling like your old self. xoxo
just had a brilliant run when i went 2 miles straight for the first time in a while!
Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean recently posted..Fitness Friday 30
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Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean recently posted..Fitness Friday 30
My last brilliant run was this past Saturday. I needed to do 11 miles and my husband, daughter & sister-in-law took shifts to run with me so that I had moral support the whole way. It was so fun! I felt great at the end of it.
I followed you on twitter & tweeted here https://twitter.com/KRWblog/status/236445809074380800 Thanks!
Rhonda @ Kids Running Wild recently posted..Getting Busy Getting Organized
I hope my first half in November is brilliant.
I followed and retweeted. @amiller7905
Thank you for sharing so many great, inspiring reads! Don’t enter me in the giveaway as I’m already part of the project. I love Mizuno!
I am looking forward to a couple of brilliant runs this weekend!! A few friends invited me to join them for the weekend in Newport Beach! OMG, I am so excited I can’t even contain myself!!! I cannot wait to run with the sea breeze blowing in my hair, listen to the waves crashing on the beach and maybe getting some people watching in along the way…but best of all, I am looking forward to some cooler temps than I have been experiencing lately
Cassandra recently posted..The Simply Bar Challenge
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Cassandra recently posted..The Simply Bar Challenge
My brilliant run has to be when I finally ran after 2 months of not running due to injury. Now, this brilliant run landed me in crutches, but it felt so happy, natural, and amazing at the time! My next brilliant run will be after I’m recovered FULLY and can ran again without ending up on crutches!!!!
Becky @ RunFunDone recently posted..Posterior Tibial Tendonitis Exercises
I found you on instagram and commented. (I had to learn how to search for people, so I learned something new!!!!
Becky @ RunFunDone recently posted..Posterior Tibial Tendonitis Exercises
I follow you on Instagram and commented about a #brilliant run!!
Cassandra recently posted..The Simply Bar Challenge
A brillant run I had recently was running in the Santa Monica mountains overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Breathtaking and humbling.
Lisa @ RunWiki recently posted..Almost Wordless Wednesday
I followed you on Twitter and tweeted: https://twitter.com/kristy_joy/status/236456083948978178
I commented on Instagram (@whitdickman)
Kristy @ Kristy’s Health Revolution recently posted..Making do with what I have…
I had a brilliant run yesterday, when I really did NOT want to run, but I did it anyway and it felt amazing!
Kristy @ Kristy’s Health Revolution recently posted..Making do with what I have…
I follow you and tweeted
Lisa @ RunWiki recently posted..Almost Wordless Wednesday
Hi and thanks for reading my semi-uplifting post and recommending it. (-:
Happy running in those fab shoes!
Ado recently posted..Memories Captured: Oh la-la!
Of course. It was a beautiful post.
I have ran on the outer banks beach amazing!
I tweeted giveaway! Enter mine!
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My most brilliant run was I think my last Half Marathon PR – I felt so great the whole time, really just having to push at the end, but still feeling strong. The pacing was perfect, I was wearing my Mizuno Wave Inspires, and running along with my sister who was running her first half marathon. I want to bottle and recreate that brilliant run in September when I gun for my next HM PR.
A brilliant run for me usually includes running along the ocean, for now I’ll have to make do with the lakes up here in the northland
I’m new to running and I am hoping my first 5k will be a brilliant run. I’d love to try a pair of the wave enigma 2.
Yesterday I had a brilliant run doing race pace intervals and speed intervals!
I just commented on your Instagram!
You always find the best posts for your Friday round ups–I’m off to check them out.
And I think we all have weeks like the one you described. You’re in good company!
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I’m hoping that this weekend’s RnR Providence Half (relay) will be my brilliant run. I’m running it with mom and I’ve got the 8.1 mile leg. I’ve never run that far in my life. I’m typically a Saucony gal, but have never tried Mizuno and would like to! I hope I win!
Janine @ The Purple Giraffe recently posted..Thirsty Thursday Link Party!
I had some brilliant runs this week in the countryside of PA! New scenery always refreshes my love for running. Awesome that you got an invite!
I follow you on Twitter AND tweeted about the giveaway!
Janine @ The Purple Giraffe recently posted..Thirsty Thursday Link Party!
I tweeted!!
Laura @ Mommy Run Fast recently posted..Five ways to refresh your running
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Laura @ Mommy Run Fast recently posted..Five ways to refresh your running
I hope to say that I ran a brilliant ultra one day. One day sooner than later.
Christine recently posted..Tip: Use Chobani Greek Yogurt for Even Better Baked Goods
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Christine recently posted..Tip: Use Chobani Greek Yogurt for Even Better Baked Goods
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These sneakers look wonderful! Enjoy!
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I have brilliant runs every week but the most brilliant was running the Boston Marathon this past April in the 90 degree heat! It was so hard but a run never felt more amazing and inspiring!
Whitney @LiveRunLoveYoga recently posted..Guest Post: Find Your Power in Power Yoga
I follow you on twitter and tweeted!! https://twitter.com/LiveRunLoveYoga/status/236532462719729664
Whitney @LiveRunLoveYoga recently posted..Guest Post: Find Your Power in Power Yoga
Comment 1 for a shoe or two
followed you and tweeted to!
Becca recently posted..Randomity at it’s finest.
Thank you for including us in your post round up. Your kind words were a nice surprise! More importantly, love the other posts you link to and the comments you added to each one here. You got me tempted enough to read each one. What well spent time reading good writing and amazing stories!
KymberlyFunFit recently posted..Bicep Curls: Wrong & Right Way
Of course! I love being able to share some of the amazing posts that I’ve read during the week. Plus, it’s a way for me to keep track of some of my favorites
I hope that you do get a chance to read some of the others, especially Abby’s post.
Yes, I read all the posts you linked to. Great selection!
KymberlyFunFit recently posted..Bicep Curls: Wrong & Right Way
Thanks for sharing the posts. Some I’ve seen, some not so I always appreciate finding new blogs to read.
As for my brilliant runs, it is difficult right now to think of brilliant because it has been so hot, humid, and generally miserable here for a couple months, BUT, in spite of that, I’d say that any run that I take with my favorite running partner, my dog Penny, especially when we get off the roads and into the trails has the potential to be brilliant.
Debbie@ Live from La Quinta recently posted..Product Review: ENERGYbits
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Debbie@ Live from La Quinta recently posted..Product Review: ENERGYbits
I commented on your pic in Instagram.
Debbie@ Live from La Quinta recently posted..Product Review: ENERGYbits
I Instagrammed the most Brilliant Run in the desert, tagged you.
Debbie@ Live from La Quinta recently posted..Product Review: ENERGYbits
I would love to win a pair of Mizuno running shoes. I have been training to go from walking to running and these new sneakers would certainly help. I would love to feel like I was “running on clouds” Thanks for the opportunity to win a pair!
I tweeted too!
I left a comment on your photo in Instagram!!!! I hope I win!
I tweeted about the giveaway https://twitter.com/running_baking/status/236639592508428288
I left a comment on your Instagram photo!
Holly Johnson recently posted..Energy Bits Review & Giveaway
I am going to have a brilliant run next Saturday, 11 miles and I am going to be properly fueled and ready to go!
Holly Johnson recently posted..Energy Bits Review & Giveaway
I almost feel like any run is a brilliant run for me, but I recently got injured so I’m just hoping that my upcoming runs are pain free! That would definitely be brilliant!
I tweeted!
https://twitter.com/pace_of_laurel/status/236675674314776577
I would love to qualify for Boston in these shoes!!!! Love to besides Mizuno is my favorite running shoes company
TWEETED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! https://twitter.com/bouffeebambini/status/236764549267742720
I found your instagram and left a commment there:)
Hanna recently posted..First Pregnancy Belt Run
I am only recently starting to get into running more and my shoes kind of suck right now so this is perfect… I hope to have a brilliant run with new shoes!
Kammie @ Sensual Appeal recently posted..Oatmeal Protein Pancake with a hint of chocolate (single serve/high protein/no sugar added)
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My brilliant run last week came by breaking into the 8′s in my 3.5 mile runs. SO excited!
Madeline @ Food Fitness and Family recently posted..Fitness Friday #7
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Madeline @ Food Fitness and Family recently posted..Fitness Friday #7
My brilliant run was last week when I ran my longrst distance ever – 7 miles. As a new runner, hitting a distance that’s over half of my half marathon goal was amazing.
Some good reads there, off to go read!
And nice kicks!
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I recently had a brilliant run along the most east coast point of Maine. Right along a magnificent view of the ocean in all it’s glory! Great post!
I’m a follower on twitter https://twitter.com/lcunningham8332/status/237566270428553216
I went to Instagram on my droid to find you, but it will not connect to twitter..
I dont know how to get around that …
I had a brilliant run of 13.1 miles this morning and my hamstrings and hip didn’t bother nearly as much as I was afraid they would. Please enter me in the drawing
Harold L. Shaw recently posted..6 Things I have Learned While Running
I’ve had a hard time getting out to run the last two weeks due to illness. I hope to have a brilliant run this week! I miss it!
Alexis {Diva on a Diet} recently posted..Weight Watchers Weigh In Update Week 36
I just tweeted too! (already follow you!)
https://twitter.com/divaonadiet/status/237643556678950915
Alexis {Diva on a Diet} recently posted..Weight Watchers Weigh In Update Week 36
Love this idea for a giveaway – in terms of the ways to participate!! I think I liked that pic on instagram, but I’ll have to check! I tweeted too! I have always wanted to try Mizunos!
jobo recently posted..On run sherpa’ing.
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I love Mizuno. Currently, I am sidelined with a fractured foot, but I plan to have a brilliant (pain-free) run in 3 weeks when I get the walking boot off and I can continue to train for the NYC Marathon!
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I follow you and tweeted about the contest!
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Ashley recently posted..Weekly Workout (8/20/12-8/26/12)
I commented on your instagram picture! (via runningbun)
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Ashley recently posted..Weekly Workout (8/20/12-8/26/12)
Finally found your instagram picture and left my comment! yay!!
Christine, I just recently started running again (after an eight year break) and am wearing my old running shoes because I have yet to buy some new ones. I would LOVE to try a new pair of these, they sound so cushiony!
christine recently posted..Hoping for Light
Hello! I’m new here and wanted to say I love your blog!!
I haven’t had a “brilliant” run in a while, but I have been training for a half marathon (my first!) in October and am hoping that will be completely brilliant for me!
I tweeted! @yoojinfit
My most brilliant run was easily the run/finish of the NYC Triathlon in July. It was the hardest 6 miles of my life but the most amazing because when I finally crossed the line I could finally call myself a Triathlete. I have always dreamed of being able to say that and that brilliant run made it possible!
Maggie @ FatBottomSlim recently posted..evian’s First Annual Wood Racquet Cup & A Perfect Summer Day
My last brilliant run was on Tuesday! I ran 6 miles on the TM but just felt so happy and float-y the entire run!!
Krissy @ Shiawase Life recently posted..Today is August 23.
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https://twitter.com/krissymmurphy/status/238654747891101696
Krissy @ Shiawase Life recently posted..Today is August 23.
I tweeted!!!
I’m sure you know I’ve had some brilliant runs. At times, I feel like it’s too hard to choose which one! My first 10-miler was amazing…double digits, overcoming everything I felt I failed at, and doing it for my grandmother made that day, well, brilliant. Sharing it with a couple I love with all of my heart and admire. Ah.
I’ve been dying to get in on this project. Mizuno saved my feet…saved my runs…and I could totally use a new pair for some new inspiration.
Melissa @ Live, Love, & Run recently posted..A Break-up Letter
I started running last year and I’m slowly working my way up the distance run ladder. I did an 8k last month, hope to do a 10k next month and with any luck I’ll be doing my first half next fall. Mizuno’s would make my training and racing that much more brilliant!
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Hope you are well. I”m not really a runner, but I do exercise, and I would love to have a new pair of good looking shoes. Please enter me. I will tweet for you later in the day, and come back and let you know.
Leigh Powell Hines @Hinessightblog recently posted..The One Thing As a Mom I Can’t Do Without: Summer Camps
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Its been awhile since my last brilliant run, but I did run my first 5k without walking on the 4th of July. Felt like Freedom. I can conquer anything I put my mind to and work towards.
Love the new shoes and the link love
Kierston recently posted..9 Weeks Out: Staycationing, Competition Bikini and Running!
I hope to have a brilliant first 10 miler this weekend.
Kelly @ Cupcake Kelly’s recently posted..Playlist Thursday: Don’t Leave Me
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Kelly @ Cupcake Kelly’s recently posted..Playlist Thursday: Don’t Leave Me
Oh Christine- I’m with you on feeling like you’re underwater. I can NOT get my head above it. Ugh. Hugs to you and I hope you “above water” soon. We should be each other’s support system. Sooooo exciting about Mizuno. The Nirvanas are my favorite shoes. I don’t have them in the new color yet. I’m jealous.
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I hope my long run tomorrow morning is brilliant!
I will have a brilliant run tomorrow – racing my first 10 miler!
I am now following you on Twitter
found your picture on Instagram and left a comment!
I am hoping to have a brilliant run in some lightweight mizunos to help increase my speed to hit some pr in some winter and fall races
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I’ve been running for so long that all they all seem to run together, the good and the bad. I do remember my first “brilliant run”. It was a high-school cross-country practice. We ran 7 miles that day, farther than I’d ever run before. I remember hitting a point where I felt like I could run forever!
Erin recently posted..To Rev3 or Not?
I am looking for another brilliant marathon
In the morning, in my Mizunos. Here in Ashton ID
I tweeted! https://twitter.com/ErinPurrington/status/239194843979595777
Erin recently posted..To Rev3 or Not?
I had a set of great runs today. After some knee problems I’m starting to get some speed back. 5 Miles during lunch time avg 8:01 then 3 Miles after work avg 7:18. Have never tried Mizunos & Would love to try them out. How road miles do they usually average?
COOL! I was able to complete entries 1-3 !!
I’m a fairly new runner & always gone w/the same show (won’t name brand) but as I progress I know there is better shoes out there. I have my 2nd 1/2 coming in November & would love to do in new shoe!
On my run today I *just barely* made it to the porta potty in time! I don’t care what anyone says, making it to the bathroom when you need to go on a run is brilliant in itself! lol but I would LOVE to win some Mizunos so that I can really have some brilliant runs
I Commented, I Tweeted (A couple of times, haha), I followed on Twitter And I commented on istagram.
Thanks for the entries!!!!
Thank you for the awesome post!! Being a fellow blogger (and a newbie) I would love to get in on this awesome project!! My brilliant run was during my mom’s first half marathon. It was great sharing that experience with her, especially considering she is the one that got me into running.
I tweeted and commented on Instagram
Larissa Milano recently posted..All Day Hydration – A Nuun Review
I had a Brilliant Run today. Running in the cool darkness with only the dim glow of street lamps waiting to be told to go to bed. Mile 1 was the warm up and it felt great to stretch. The sidewalks were empty except for Mr. Racoon who stood on hind legs to welcome me to mile 2 and then briskly trotted off into the brush. The sun was stretching her arms as she readied for the day ahead as I made mile 3. By mile 4 the sky was lit and the pale colors promised a clear day. I stretched against the warming wood of High School track concessions stand. Running downtown in my small Oregon mountain town reminded me why I run. I am alive. Brilliantly alive.
My Haiku for the Mizuno Brilliant Haiku Gallery:
Pictures flash by – Colors
Movements sounds falling behind
Breaths are life – Running