Crazy Mother Runner

I put together running outfits I love in an attempt to curb my outrageous shopping habit.

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Couch to 5k

For the past four weeks, I’ve been coaching my husband through a Couch to 5k program. We have five weeks to go and he’s feeling great! I have always thought it would be amazing to run a race with him, but never really thought it would happen. Fingers crossed that we can conquer the next five weeks!

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Sheer Determination

VSX Bra | Oiselle Top | Nike Capris | Nike Sunglasses | Lucy Headband

I am in need of some SERIOUS motivation, people. I have a race in less than four weeks, for which I have not trained at all. Sure, I’ve thrown a run in here or there ... but you can’t really call it training when said runs are sandwiched between days upon days of no physical activity whatsoever.

I have definitely moved away from running first thing in the morning, right after the daycare drop off. I know getting back into that routine will help. Any other ideas for getting my mojo back?

Until then, I shall peruse digital racks of running clothes on the internets ... hoping motivation will come to me in the form of a cute new top with a promo code.

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Let’s bolt.

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Dots & Dashes

Nike Tank | Nike Shorts | Under Armour Headband | Nike Bra | Timex Watch | Zensah Calf Sleeves | Brooks Launch

I am SO ready to run in shorts and a tank top. That is all.

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Race Face

Nike Tights | Nike Top | Under Armour Headband | Roxy Bra | Soleus Watch | Nike LunarGlides

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My Phoenix Runcation

Last week, my whole family and I spent a glorious seven days just outside of Phoenix, AZ. We hiked, ran and swam, and we ate more than enough to compensate for it all.

These are some of my favorite shots from the week. The last four are from the most beautiful run I have ever been on in my life – the Pipeline Trail at Lake Pleasant Regional Park. 3.1 miles of red rock, rivers and cacti.

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Barbie Girl

Lucy Headband | Soleus Watch | VSX Bra | Nathan Hydration Belt | Nike Tank | Under Armour Capris

If Barbie were a runner – which I'm 99.9% sure she is because those calves – this would be her go-to run outfit. Girly, sleek and uber-color-coordinated.

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Blurred Lines

Nike Top | Under Armour Base Layer | Nike Tights | Nathan Hat | Nike Bra | Nathan Gloves

This Nike top is my absolute favorite winter running top right now. It's warm but not restricting, and comfortable but structured for running. I love it so much, I bought it in three colors. I thought the teal one looked great with these printed tights and sunset-inspired bra. And let's talk about the hat and gloves – they have lights built into them! Awesome for nighttime runners and EDM lovers alike.

PS – Went for a run outside today, for the first time in ... longer than I care to admit. It was bright and beautiful and not too blustery. And 2.6 hilly miles later, I felt like myself again.

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Nike Women's Style Guide | Spring 2015

Dot matrix prints and watercolor hues. Check it out.

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Zippers and Zig-Zags

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Kaleidoscope

VSX Bra | Nike Capris | Athleta Tank | VSX Headband | Feetures Socks

I am OBSESSED with the kaleidoscope print that Victoria's Secret is using in their VSX line right now. Thinking about getting the bra shown here, or these capris, maybe this water bottle or possibly this headband. I love ALL OF THE COLORS!

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Treadmill Time

Nike Headband | Athleta Tank | VSX Bra | Nike Shorts | CEP Calf Sleeves

I'll admit it: the holidays got the best of me. I became a total slug for almost a month and didn't run a single mile.

But yesterday I made myself hop on the treadmill for three miles and it was a blast! It had been a while since I'd listened to music while running, and I forgot how lost in the beat you can get. It makes the time go so quickly! Today, I took that momentum and did another treadmill run – 5x400 for another three miles.

Looking at the forecast, it may be at least a week before I head outside to run again. As much as I loathe the treadmill 99% of the time, it's pretty amazing to have when there's no other option. So here's to keeping the good times rollin' on that bad boy.

On another note, I got a Dick's Sporting Goods gift card for Christmas and it lasted less than 48 hours. I used it to pick up these cool Nike shorts which, coincidentally, I wore on my run yesterday. I thought they looked great with this VSX bra, grey Athleta tank and black accessories.

BTW, if you have not checked out the Victoria's Secret's sports collection yet, go there NOW. They have some of the coolest color combos and prints on their activewear EVER. Ok, bye.

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Purple Pavement Eater

Brooks Jacket | Nike Tights | Athleta Top | SmartWool Hat | Nike Bra | SmartWool Socks

Truth: You can never go wrong with bright tights and neutral everything else.

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Bring it on, winter.

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Dear Santa ...

Nike Fleece | Nike Jacket | C9 Headband | Nike Sunglasses | Hickies Laces | YakTrax Run Traction Aids | Stridebox | Nathan Water Bottle

Hey, big guy! Just writing to let you know that I've been very good this year. I remembered to stretch, supported my local running store, even snagged a few PRs! So I was hoping you might be able to help me out in the "under-the-tree" department. Here are a few ideas, just in case.

I love this Nike fleece. Like, a lot. I know I already have it in black. But if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Amiright?

Next, this Nike jacket would keep me nice and warm all winter long. It has all the bells and whistles – pockets within pockets, removable hood, a built-in neck warmer and fold-over sleeve mitts. Size medium should do the trick!

Also, you know I love me some running accessories. This C9 headband, these Nike sunglasses, this Nathan water bottle and these Hickies responsive laces would all fit perfectly in my stocking.

Finally, a Stridebox subscription would be a fun surprise. Then every month would feel like Christmas!

You're the man, Santa.

Your fellow carb lover, Jess

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Jingle All The Way

Nike Hoodie | North Face Vest | Nike Tights | Under Armour Headband | Nike Bra | C9 Gloves | Nathan Lightspurs | YakTrax Run Snow Spikes

Running a race in a costume just isn't my style. Don't get me wrong – I am always amazed at people who are able to put together a super-creative, run-in-able getup. Side note: I once saw a man run a half marathon in a costume that reenacted the Karate Kid shower scene. I. Shit. You. Not. But I digress ...

Point is, I would much rather wear some very festive performance gear than have a chafing sitch in my tutu region. The red, silver, black and white color combo in this outfit would be perfect for a Jingle Jog or a Santa Skedaddle!

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Mission Kickass Comeback: Complete

My last race of the year is in the books!

I ran the Christmas Present 5k yesterday (a free race put on by one of the local running shops) in 27:15, and finished 2nd in my age group! My dad finished just about three minutes after that. AND I snagged a free pair of shoes in the post-race giveaway! It was a great way to round out 2014 – the year of the kickass comeback.