As I think of things for the trip I've been setting them aside and crossing them off my list. My pace band is made and laminated and I'm ready for that 8:10 pace! I ran my ladders this week a little faster than normal, took it to a 6:53, and my 3 miles today at race pace (8:06) were a breeze. During the run I told myself that I can definitely hold that pace and that I just need to stay focused and not go out too fast. Tomorrow I have an easy 2 miles and then I'm going to spend some time in the pool working on my drills. My goal for my last long run on Saturday is to run at least the last 5 miles at race pace and then after that, it's all about taking it easy!
So…GIVEAWAY time….To go along with my pace band I also have a "grace band" that I'll carry with me on race day. If you haven't heard of a grace band, it's a customized wrist band through Races2Remember. You can customize it with people you want to dedicate each mile to or list motivational sayings to keep you going. Here's a picture of the one I made; I combined people and sayings. Mostly family but I had to throw Puddlz in there since she's been by my side for every single long run but one this training cycle. Including those long runs on the treadmill!!
In addition to grace bands, Races2Remember also offers customized back bibs, name bibs, tattoos and cheering signs. If you're interested in customizing something for your upcoming race, just leave a comment and become a follower if you aren't already. It's that simple, no rules!! I'll pick a winner at random on Wednesday March 16th.
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Pick me! Pick me! :)
Good luck at Shamrock...you've completely got it!
That band is a great idea. I was just about to post on my blog asking for ideas of what to think about during my race. I didn't know there was a band that would help me! So cool :)
And good luck at the race!
I did this for my very first marathon!! i just wrote them all on a big sticker, but a band would be much nicer :) LOVE IT
What a great concept! I hope yours works its magic for you at Shamrock.
Good for you & a rest day!
I've never seen that band. Very fun!
Long time follower, of course :) Count me in!
ahhh that's cool and fun!!
you know im a follower :)
You had me at "tattoo." :) Enjoy your last week & good luck! You are going to nail this race!!! Can't wait to hear how it goes.
How cool! I'm a follower =)
PIck me, I have not won anything in AGES and I would love one of these for Boston.. You will be GREAT darlin you have this!!!
OMG, I love love love that pace band! And I want one for Philadelphia (my first) Marathon!
i'll be spectating Shamrock for sure...hope to see you this time!
This is such a great idea. It works well for fundraising because often people "sell" miles as part of their fundraising.
Already a follower :)
I recently won some pace bands (and have a giveaway coming up soon, too!) but I'd love to be greedy and win more. The grace band is such a nice idea!!
I did not work out this morning because I need to do a longer trainer ride this afternoon. I am the same way. I need to workout in the am to feel "right".
That is so cool!
I love that you put Puddlz in there.
good girl resting :) AHHH its getting close! I am pumped for you!
What a cool giveaway!!!
I'm a follower! Pick me!
Good luck at Shamrock!
Love the band! I feel so honored that I made it on :)
♥ the band, thanks for the giveaway!
I made the band! Whoohoo! Just think, now you'll get to come back from Shamrock and finish out MY long runs for Boston! Here's hoping NONE of them are on the tready. :-)
You are going to ROCK Shamrock and I am so very proud of you Sunny D!
xoxo
Puddlz
me me me me!! ;)
The band is a such a good idea. Good luck!
"coming out of the woodwork" to say I still read everything :)
and lately, the 24 hour Philly run has been sounding more and more appealing, but I have to think about the cross-country travel. I always think of how fantastically you did at it!
I love this idea! I have so many friends that run with a little list for their marathons, I knew I'd do that for my first, but this would be much nicer. :)
GL at Shamrock!
Hi Denise,
Have a great race and remember...
hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! :-)
Susan
I'd love one of those:) Good luck at your race!
Rest days = peppy legs.
Enjoy the rest :)
I'm a follower! I have never seen a Grace Band before, but I love it! I would love to have one for my fist Marathon (Pittsburgh, this May). There are so many people I am running for and this is an awesome way to run for more than one person/cause. Thanks for the giveaway and the idea!!
so funny you say you felt sluggish. On Sundays I always take off now and I feel exhausted ALL DAY!
This would be neat to have for my next 1/2. and i am a follower.
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