Holiday Weekend

This past weekend we were invited to stay at a friends house in East Hampton.  We almost didn't make the trip because we were having trouble finding a sitter for Ivan our pup but last minute it all worked out and we headed up Sunday afternoon.  Let me just tell you this house was AMAZING!! So beautiful and I am pretty sure we got the best room in the house.  We had a walk out that looked over the pool.  It was heavenly.

Monday morning I couldn't resist the urge to lace up my running shoes and take an easy jog into town.  It is not everyday you get to enjoy the beautiful tree lines blocks and fresh air when you are living in Brooklyn.  It was a great little jog, just over 5 miles.  But let me tell you it was hot and humid!  I was dripping with sweat and I was just taking it easy.

Our friends wanted to try paddle boarding and Scott and I were all about it.  Neither of us had done it before so it sounded great.  The sun was blistering hot so it was perfect for it.  I really needed to work on my tan if you know what I mean.

We had a great little getaway and even though it was short it was still very very sweet.   On the way back we passes the Tracy Anderson studio and next time I am up there I am definitely going to hit up one of her classes!!  I love her workouts!

How was your weekend???   Anyone take a last minute getaway?

Workouts for the week
Tues-Run 5
Wed- Arms and maybe a little Tracy Anderson
Thursday-MOVING
Friday- Run 5
Sat- run 8-10

Also I'm so excited to move into our new apt Thursday but I have a TON of packing to do.

AND the BIG news is coming JUNE 1st!!!  So excited to share with you all!!

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Sarah

Late Nite = Late Morning

Yesterday I went in to get my roots colored.  And while I was in there I decided to take out the pink and add in royal blue with dark grape purple. Best decision I have ever made!  I seriously love my hair.  I do realize that coloring your hair is something you are supposed to go through when you are a teenager but I never got the chance.  I am pretty sure my parents would not have been down with the idea.

So now that I am older and wiser and more importantly my job allows it (cuz I'm my own boss :)) I have fell in love with dying my hair different colors!  My New York Mini 10k is an all female race coming up on June 9th and I feel this is the best look for that race!!

As I was crawling into bed last night at 10:45 my husband Scott had a burst of energy and wanted to go see our friend's band play.  They were going on in 10 mins so as much as I was happy to curl under the covers and hit the hay I jumped up threw on my glasses and a sweatshirt and we rode to see their show.  They did an awesome job and their EP is coming out soon.  When it does I will let you know because they are truley talented and I think a lot of you guys would like their music. It is three sisters with a guy playing an extra guitar and a drum player.  They are Hey Anna!  Seriously so good!

We got home a little after midnight and I fell asleep around 12:30-1 so instead of hearing my 5 AM alarm I just woke up and am way tired.  Need to go get my run on!!


This weekend we are packing for our move next week!!  Woohoo!  And we got invited up to the Hamptons on Sunday night to stay till Monday but if we don't find a pup sitter that won't be happening :(

How about you guys?  Any fun plans for this weekend?  Races? Places??

Will be doing 5 today and most likely 8 tomorrow, that is if it STOPS raining already.  Geeze!

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Sarah

New Goals

Yesterday I ran my 8 miles outside even though it was raining.  It was not a downpour just a lite sprinkle so I went for it.  It felt good, I felt good, I felt strong and my legs felt great!  I have been thinking a lot about what is next for me with running.  As much as I love signing up for marathons I have yet to sign up for my next one and I am not sure why.  I want to make sure I am ready especially since I have ran 3 in the last 6 months. I am no miracle runner and like most people my body does better when it has the proper recovery. I really miss logging miles.  I go up and down all the time with training.  The other day I was talking with my sister Jen and I told her that right now I want to work on getting in more miles before I sign up for my next one. 

So my new goal is get up to 40- 50 miles a week comfortably.  Right now I am at about 25 miles so I have a ways to climb.  Also I want to do it right so I don't risk injury.  Once I am there I will see which race will be next!

(Sorry for the fuzzy pic)

On a totally different side note I am totally in love with these shoes and I can't stop thinking about them :)

Mark your calendars!  Big STUFF happening JUNE 1st!!!!

So tell me, what are your goals right now?  Anyone working on logging miles??

XX
Sarah

Giveaway WINNER!

Hey Everyone!  I know I was supposed to do this last week but I totally spaced when I left for Dallas.  I got back late last night.  It was a great trip but it always feels good to get back home.

Anyways CONGRATS Suz from Cows and Lasers and Everything Else in Between!  You Won!!  I will pass your info along to Cami from Dead Running and your name will now be entered into the GRAND PRIZE!!!

Happy Monday!  Its pouring here today so I guess I will be doing my miles on the treadmill.

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Sarah

First Run Since Marathon and GIVEAWAY

So I ran yesterday for the first time since my race last week.  I ran 5 miles and I will have to say that it felt pretty good.  My shin was annoying me a little but nothing too bad.  I usually have a hard time taking a whole week off after a race but I am happy that I did.  Totally worth it!

Next up is my Mini 10K in Central Park June 9th.  I love this race and its women only :)

Spring is here and with that comes a busier schedule.  My shoot on Saturday went great and the fab.com sale will be on June 5th!  We are also moving at the end of this month and heading to Dallas on Thursday to visit family so it is going to be a crazy two months.  I can already tell. 

Last up don't forget to enter the GIVEAWAY!!!  The winner will be chosen on 18th!!

 

How was your weekend? 

Shin splits anyone?  I can't seem to shake them.  How do I get rid of them?  What works for you?

GIVEAWAY GIVEAWAY!!!

xx
Sarah

Workouts for the week
Mon- Run 5
Tues- Shoulders and Arms and bike 12 miles if I can get it in
Wed. Run 5
Thur- Head to Dallas
Friday- Run 5
Saturday- Run 5
Sun- Rest and fly home

Another Sneak Peek!

I wanted to give you guys another little sneak peek of what's to come!!  I am so happy it is Friday and the weather is beautiful.  I have been working out on the spin bike this week and it has done wonders for my shin splints!  Can't wait to get my run on next week.  We have another photoshoot tomorrow so it will be a busy weekend.

Any fun plans for the weekend? 

Happy Friday!!!

XX
Sarah

Sleeping In

Let me tell you, sleeping in has never felt so good.  I decided since I won't be running this week and I will be recovering from my race I was going to turn off my 5 AM alarm and just wake up naturally.  Yesterday was around 6-6:15 and today I slept in till almost 7!  It was nice :)

I also want to say THANK YOU for all the comments post race.  I didn't really say it before because I was having post race depression but I really did have a good race!  I enjoyed it and I really liked the beautiful scenery.  Also 4:05 is a great time and I am happy with the outcome!

Moving on, last night I was able to go to a Q&A with Tom Ford.  I am not sure if you know who he is but he is truly an amazing designer!  Very inspiring and extremely eloquent and funny. I really enjoyed what he had to say.  I wanted to come home and just design new collections all night.  There are a few things he said that I really liked. I don't remember them word for word but I will try...

Being a boss or a creative director it is important to make your employees feel good and feel comfortable so they can contribute their best work.

Also he said something about when you are looking to hire someone, think to yourself would you like to have dinner with them?  If yes then they will make a good team player and your ideas will be compatible with each other.

Hmmm what else... He loves to hear what everyone thinks then he absorbers it and comes back with his decision but he is very quick.

I really could go on and on but I will stop myself there.  I will see if I can find the interview online somewhere so you can read the whole thing if you are interested.

Oh and he is a Virgo, so am I :)

My sister Heather found this Awesome race in Vancouver sponsored by Lululemon.  Anyone going??  We are going to try and get ourselves up there.  It just sounds too good to pass up!

Anyone else get the post race blues?

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Sarah