…for the Little Rock Half Marathon.

Only 44 days to go!

I’ve made some of the most important decisions…

…including what I’m going to wear.

I’m a big fan of running skirts.  I’ve worn this particular skirt the last two years… 

This year, I’m planning to wear this one I just bought…

…both were purchased HERE.  I haven’t decided what top to wear, though.  I have some ideas.

Each year, I go out and buy new running shoes.  Last year, my husband picked out my shoes and although they were super cute, they turned out to be super uncomfortable for a long race. 

So, this year, I went to the local running store and got on their treadmill to be “analyzed” to find the perfect shoe.

This is what I ended up with… 

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I never thought I’d wear New Balance.  I’ve worn Nike and Adidas, but never New Balance.  I really like them!  They are very light-weight, breathable and easy to move in.  I highly recommend them!

I also wear these during half marathons…

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I tend to get shin splints and these are great at preventing them!  They also help cut down on the soreness post race. 

I’ll be wearing a different kind of socks this year, hopefully to guard against the blisters.  I don’t like blisters.

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My mom actually purchased these for my dad who walks on his treadmill 3 or 4 times a day.  He didn’t really like them, so I ended up with them.  We’ll see how they work during a long distance race.

Last year, I had this hat made…

I’m not sure, yet, if I’ll wear it again this year.  My hair is pretty short right now.  I’m letting it grow out a little, but if I can’t get it into a decent looking ponytail, I’m going to go without the hat.  It would just look goofy.  I’m going to look terrible by the time I get to the finish line anyway, but I’d rather avoid goofy. 

Until next time…

Happy Blogging!