I was running the Walt Disney World Marathon.
Man, time flies.
At the time, Disney was my second marathon and since then I’ve run the Gasparilla Michelobe Challenge, my first Ultra-Marathon, Chicago, and my first Sub-4 marathon in Palm Beach. It’s hard to believe I ran 4 marathons + 1 ultra in 2010. Craziness.
I’ll admit, I’m a little jealous of all the marathoners and half marathoners running this weekend. I had originally planned on running Disney, but after two marathons back to back this fall I knew I needed a break. Disney is an awesome race though and I’m already itching to run it in 2012. 😉
I want to wish nothing but luck to all the Disney racers this weekend. It’s a BEAUTIFUL weekend for a race. Clear skies, cool temps – way better than the sleet and icy water stations we had last year. 😉
Oh, and if you are running, be sure to check out my tips at Central Florida Top 5. 🙂
I may not be racing this weekend, but it didn’t stop me from taking advantage of the perfect weather outside this morning.
I ran 8 miles at a comfortable 9:00 min/mile pace. This was my longest run since the Palm Beach Marathon over a month ago now. My legs felt strong – it feels good to be building my numbers back up. 🙂
Before my run I had a VitaTop (BOGO at Publix this week!!) with a slather of Almond Butter.
After the run I had a big bowl of juicy cantaloupe.
Topped with Almond Butter, Kashi Go Lean Crisp, and Vanilla yogurt.
Totally took advantage of the Go Lean Crisp coupon deal I found on The Krazy Coupon Lady.
I scored three boxes for $4.00 when all was said and done. Woop! Woop!
I’m catching up on my DVR and just turned on the latest season of Biggest Loser. Anyone know what’s up with Bob’s hair? It looks like he’s going for a very bad comb over. I don’t like it. 😛
I HATE his hair!! I was just commenting on that the other day, hahah. He’s so attractive, why the bad hair? I mean, it’s awful!
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Haha! I have to giggle at Bob’s hair. I said the same thing when watching it with my sister earlier this week. I think I’m going to like this season’s contestants more.
Tina @ Faith Fitness Fun recently posted..The Last Day
Time goes way too fast!!! Nice run this morning.
Dori recently posted..New Years Blogger Style
Sounds weird, but I doesn’t seem like a year ago that YOU were running the Disney. Haha…
Mimi recently posted..Up in the air
3 boxes for $4?! What a bargain! 😀
Erika @ FoodFitnessFun recently posted..Pre-Game Snacks
OH WOW!!! Three boxes of Kashi for $4 is incredible! I might have to jump on the couponing wagon too.
Michele @ Healthy Cultivations recently posted..Fudgy Oats & Letting Our Lights Shine
I love coupons! I’m so intrigued about how much money I can save now.
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Time sure does fly by! I also did 4 marathons + an ultra this year, and I know what you’re saying about needing a break from full marathons…whew!
Looks like a great start for a Saturday! 🙂 About to get out there and run as well…
Kristy @ KristyRuns recently posted..1-1-11
That is MY FAVORITE cereal ever!! I have 6 boxes of it at my house and I am going back to get more!! Haha! I’m just a little obssessed 🙂
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2010 was definitely a great running year for you…I can only imagine what is up your sleeve for 2011 😉 Oh, and way to score on the cereal! Nice!
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Yeah….Not a fan of Bob’s hair. It looks like he is trying to be like Conan O’Brien!!! Ick. Disney looks awesome. I have never run a Marathon, but I am considering Disney for next year. I am not sure how I feel about a Marathon in the cold though…..
I’m running Disney tomorrow! I’m so nervous 🙁 My knee has been acting up for a couple of weeks (and combine that with moving across the country – literally drove for 24 hours straight with all my stuff – starting grad school, and starting a new job) and I haven’t run practically at all in the last 2 weeks. My training was perfect until then but I am NERVOUS
I loved reading your WDW Marathon recap. It is one of the marathons I have always wanted to run. It sounds like you have the perfect day ahead of you 🙂
That pic of you bundled brings back memories. Cold, painful memories 🙂
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nice job on the kashi deal! go lean crunch is my favorite breakfast cereal. and i hear ya on bob’s hair…. no change was needed there! he was looking good before!
Sarah (Sarah Learns) recently posted..weekend warrior
Wow, I can’t even believe it’s been a whole year since Disney – and I didn’t even run it! I do remember all of you bloggers dealing with the awfulness of it all…glad it’s nicer for everyone running it this year.
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Cantaloupe sounds so refreshing! So how many marathons do you plan on running in 2011? You are building quite an impressive race resume!
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I can’t believe how many marathons you’ve done! That’s so great, I’m jealous.
Ashley recently posted..I Got It
I was in Florida a year ago and I remember how frigid it was! Brrrr
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I think it’s so cool that you’ve done so many marathons! You’ve definitely inspired me to try for one soon! 🙂
And I LOVEEEEEE vitatops! My favorite is the dark chocolate one! They’re so good!
Sarah @ See Sarah Graduate recently posted..Snowed In… AGAIN
It honestly feels like yesterday when I was cheering you an the other orlando bloggers on twitter!
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Oh, snap! Thanks for the BOGO heads up. I’ll be going to Publix today now. 🙂
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I am watching it on DVR later today!! Ill have to watch out for his hair and let you know what I think. From what I’ve read above it looks like everyone thought it was a little off!
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I’ve never seen the Biggest Loser, but I just got a Bob Harper workout DVD (the Inside Out Method). Have you ever done it? I’m going to review it on my blog tomorrow!
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I wish I liked Go Lean Crunch or I would have stomped on that deal! I am all about the Heart to Heart 😉
I bookmarked that Krazy Koupon Lady promo too- my dad always buys his Kashi at Target! Thanks for the tip!
Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine recently posted..Hummus Yummus
Nice coupons!!
Have a great weekend and enjoy your runs! 🙂
Averie (LoveVeggiesAndYoga) recently posted..Stocking Up- What Do You Stock Up On
Wow, I didn’t realize that you did SO many long races this year! Awesome job! What races do you have planned for this next year??
Chelsea @ Strawberry Sweat recently posted..My Cross-Training Boredom
I loved reading your ultramarathon post!
Kori recently posted..2010 was a year full of stuff
the disney marathon is def. on my bucket list – seems like an enjoyable race!!
awesome run 🙂
Kailey @ Caffinated Nut recently posted..Simplicity
I ran Disney this morning- my first half-marathon! 😀 Official time: 1:56:19… not the 1:55 I wanted, but I have the next race to do it- Gasparilla!!! 😀
I’m definitely doing the full Disney Marathon next year… and who knows, I may get a little “Goofy!” 😉
Katy (The Singing Runner) recently posted..I Did It!!!!
I saw that coupon but wasn’t sure I’d like the cereal. I’m having second thoughts now!
Stacy @ Every Little Thing recently posted..Blackberry Oat Muffins
Thanks for all the tips on coupons and such- I definitely want to start taking advantage of those! I’ve been really wanting to try Vitatops, but they’re too expensive for my budget. I signed up on their website because apparently they email coupons from time to time 🙂
Kate (What Kate is Cooking) recently posted..2010 Goals- A Look Back
and you even had chic running gear back then
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Sweet. I need to go grocery shopping so I’ll go to Publix (as opposed to Kroger, which is a bit closer) for those Vitatops. I really like them.
Lee recently posted..Once Upon a Time- I Ran a Marathon
That’s an incredible deal on Kashi! I could easily go through a box every 3-4 days, but it can add up at regular price!
Faith @ lovelyascharged recently posted..Looks Like I Made It
I’ve never tried a vitatop before. I might have to try them someday! And yay for good coupon deals!
Gabby (Quest for Delicious) recently posted..The return of the green smoothie
3 boxes of any cereal for $4 is crazy, let alone Kashi! Crazy!!
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I LOVE that ceral… oh so good!
Jessica @ The Process of Healing recently posted..Finally- the Food
3 boxes for $4? You go girl!
chelsey @ clean eating chelsey recently posted..creamy tomato soup
I love good deals! Ok now im going to go check out some of those coupon blogs you listed before 🙂
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Haha I totally agree with you about Bob’s hair!
Sweet deal on the Kashi cereal!! Glad to hear this weekend’s runners will have better weather than last year’s (I had a few friends running the marathon & half marathon last year).
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I am definitely going to try out those Vita tops this week. I saw them on the BOGO publix had, and put them on my shopping list for tomorrow. Publix had a lot of great BOGO this week!
I’m still working on this coupon cutting thing.
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Nice deal on the Kashi!
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