The title is kind of cheating.. yes it's a 5k, but like so many 5ks, it's a fun run. We're doing the Neon Dash 5k on September 20th. How do I feel about my upcoming first 5k?
I'm really excited! I haven't been training the way I should, but I'm still guardedly optimistic. Aaron and I have been adjusting to what my co-worker (and fellow runner) Rachael calls "married life". We don't quite have a routine yet, so our gym visits have been sparse. I haven't gone running in a couple of weeks and it scares me. I still walk my usual 1.4 miles to work everyday, but Aaron has been picking me up in the evenings. I would run to work, but it's simply been to hot. On average, it's 86-90 degrees when I'm walking to work. I live in Texas.
Am I worried? Absolutely not. I know I can run two miles solid at a good 10 minute pace. Even if it takes me 30 minutes to run this thing, I know I have the endurance because I do at least that on the elliptical as a cardio warm up. Should I be training more? Yes. Actual running, outside or on a treadmill would be ideal. We all know that running and the elliptical aren't even comparable outside of the fact that both get your heart pumping.
Being completely honest, I'm most excited about decided what to wear race day! I've never ran a 5k and I'm super excited to get out there, dress in all white, and get covered in Neon goo! I own so many neon accessories from my goth/industrial club days that I'm excited to get them out and show them some love. The main debate I'm having with myself is the consequences of running three miles in Chucks. You know, Converse All Stars.. the flattest shoe ever? I have some that are neon yellow, but it just seems like a terrible idea.
I'm also pretty excited about dressing Aaron up. *insert evil laughter here*
Monday, July 14, 2014
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
REVIEW: True Nutrition ModCarb™
This came in the mail the week before I left for Ohio. It arrived with a few other items that I didn't get to try before I left, but this one couldn't wait. I'd been looking at ModCarb™ for a possible pre-workout. Since True Nutrition has a custom generator that allows you to make your perfect formula, I was looking to put together a pre-workout with 10% protein and around 90% carbohydrate. I didn't just want something that would burn off fast or give me jitters (sugars). ModCarb™ is fitting my needs perfectly.
I LOVE how this works as a pre-workout. I use this in my morning coffee before work and I feel amazing until my break. No crashing and no jitters, just pure energy. It translates into my workouts too. I love how it feels when this kick ins. I don't feel shaky or jittery, just ready to do some work! It's really perfect. I've tried several pre-workouts that made me feel dizzy, jittery, or even like I was going to throw up.
The flavor on it is great and the texture is perfect. It's totally soluble and the texture adds something to my coffee that I can't explain. It definitely gives it more of that thick latte texture I was looking for. It absorbed easily in water, coffee, and in soymilk. I use a Blender Bottle™. The flavor I got was the TrueFlavor™ Vanilla Cake Batter and it is delicious. Nothing fake or synthetic tasting, it just tastes exactly like what you'd expect from a Vanilla Cake Batter. Even though it's a dessert flavor by definition, it's not cloyingly sweet; for those of you who hate overly sweet powders, you'll love this flavor option. It's sweetened with Stevia.
Nutritional Breakdown:
ModCarb™ TrueFlavor™ Vanilla Cake Batter
Serving Size: 30g
Calories: 125
Total Fat: 2g
Total Carbohydrate: 21.7g
Protein: 5g
Want to get a discount on your order? Use the coupon code "BBE100".
Disclaimer: I was sent these items to try by True Nutrition. This does not effect my opinion, and I am encouraged to share an honest review. Big thanks to Carl & True Nutrition!
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| Reviews coming soon of the other bags seen here! |
I LOVE how this works as a pre-workout. I use this in my morning coffee before work and I feel amazing until my break. No crashing and no jitters, just pure energy. It translates into my workouts too. I love how it feels when this kick ins. I don't feel shaky or jittery, just ready to do some work! It's really perfect. I've tried several pre-workouts that made me feel dizzy, jittery, or even like I was going to throw up.
The flavor on it is great and the texture is perfect. It's totally soluble and the texture adds something to my coffee that I can't explain. It definitely gives it more of that thick latte texture I was looking for. It absorbed easily in water, coffee, and in soymilk. I use a Blender Bottle™. The flavor I got was the TrueFlavor™ Vanilla Cake Batter and it is delicious. Nothing fake or synthetic tasting, it just tastes exactly like what you'd expect from a Vanilla Cake Batter. Even though it's a dessert flavor by definition, it's not cloyingly sweet; for those of you who hate overly sweet powders, you'll love this flavor option. It's sweetened with Stevia.
Nutritional Breakdown:
ModCarb™ TrueFlavor™ Vanilla Cake Batter
Serving Size: 30g
Calories: 125
Total Fat: 2g
Total Carbohydrate: 21.7g
Protein: 5g
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| Here it's mixed with 12 oz of coffee, 4 oz milk substitute and gelatinized maca powder. |
Want to get a discount on your order? Use the coupon code "BBE100".
Disclaimer: I was sent these items to try by True Nutrition. This does not effect my opinion, and I am encouraged to share an honest review. Big thanks to Carl & True Nutrition!
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