The BAA Distance Medley

Medleys are not always fun. I want you all to heed my warning as you progress through your lives. You'll most certainly come across an event pegged as a "medley" and be tricked into signing up for it since the word itself evokes memories of adorable childhood Christmas pageants. A silent tear may even trickle down your face as you reminisce. DON'T be fooled...

Use my woeful tale as an example- A few weeks ago my dear friend, Callan, approached me about signing up for the BAA medley and I obliged- most likely because i was blinded by the cheeriness behind the offending activities' title. What is the BAA medley? Well it happens to be the 'BAA Distance Medley'- a collection of 3 races that begin this coming April. The first race is a 5k (do-able), the second is in June and is a 10k (ugh), and the 3rd is in October and is a half-marathon (WHATTTT, NOT AGAAAAIN). Yes, friends, it looks like I will be running the BAA half marathon for a second year in a row.

So, let's be honest, my running track record as of late has been less than stellar and if I'm gonna run this damn thing again I want to blow last years 2 hour and 29 minute time out of the water- SO, how does a perpetually tired, non-winter fan get herself inspired to begin marathon training circa mid-february? Well, through clothes of course!

Without further ado, I present my 'If I'm Gonna Voluntarily  Run 13.1 Miles Again, I'm Gonna Do It In Style' wish list (winter edition)

1. Women's Active GoDry Tees-Old Navy- These are perfect for winter running. They're great to layer or wear on their own on warmer days. PLUS the thumb-holes provide a little bit of warmth for your hands without completely covering them and making them feel heavy- trust me, a completely unwelcome feeling come mile 3.




2. Women's Adjustable Strap Sports Bras-Old Navy-The only time I deem a pinch of visible bra as cute is when layering a workout tank with a neon sports bra. This version from Old Navy does just the trick.


3. Run: Your Heart Out Tight-Lululemon- It took a long time to convert me to one of those people who wears spandex when they run. I had to give in when it became too cold for shorts and I wasted more energy hiking up my sweatpants than actually running. I received a pair of these running tights from Lululemon as a gift and absolutely love them. I jiggle minimally in them and they actually stay up!


4. Run: Swiftly Tech 1/2 Zip-Lululemon- I have a 1/2 zip very similar to this one from Lululemon and am absolutely baffled by how warm it keeps me. So worth the extra billzzzz, trust me!