Remember how I said in my sponsor-free running gear review post that I love Goodr sunglasses? Except not to get the mirrored lenses because they scratch easily? Remember? You remember that? I knew you would! Well, depending on your preferred model I may have found a workaround… WAIT, WHY ARE WE LOOKING FOR A GOODR ALTERNATIVE? Please don’t get...
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Running buddy to running buddy, can I tell you about some of my favorite gear just because I can? THERE’S NOTHING INHERENTLY WRONG WITH BRAND RELATIONSHIPS Let me start by saying I am not slamming sponsorships, affiliate links, etc. in and of themselves. I use affiliate links at times myself, and have also made content in exchange for free...
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Congratulations, pod people! I have officially transformed into a running vest girl. 😜 THE RUNNING VEST FINALLY CAUGHT UP WITH ME I’m not sure if it’s a quirk of neurodivergence or a character flaw or some combination thereof, but there are some things that I simply cannot come around to until I’m ready. It didn’t matter how often you...
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Hey, remember when I ran the Marine Corps Marathon as Plaid Pants? I liked letting my race day outfit speak for me so much that I returned to the source. Let’s revisit Constantly Varied Gear! WHY AM I WORKING WITH CONSTANTLY VARIED GEAR? I am extremely choosy about working with brands because I value your trust. I never want...
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Um, guys? I think I have to replace my Shokz… with Shokz. MUSIC & RUNNING ARE INEXTRICABLY LINKED FOR ME I have gone on record: I don’t care if running without music would make me faster. For me, it would make running less fun. For some reason my brain converts music into kinetic energy. Music makes me WANT to...
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I swear I’m not a soft touch for Instagram advertising! But dang it, Constantly Varied Gear FINALLY got me. This post is unsponsored. I purchased my Constantly Varied Gear items with my own money and have not been in contact with the brand in advance of publication. All experiences and opinions are my own. WHAT IS CONSTANTLY VARIED GEAR?...
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I would call the Sprints Sling It bag a hidden gem, but I don’t think it’s particularly hidden. You’ve probably already heard about the no-bounce cross-body running bag. And if you’re a regular around this here blog, you also know I abhor running leggings and shorts with no side pockets, and refuse to purchase any gear that lacks this...
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I’m not normally the kinda gal who goes run streaking. Don’t get me wrong; I’m not against run streaking. I can see the appeal of setting and pursuing that kind of goal. It’s just not a me thing. I prefer more flexibility in my training schedule and overall life schedule. There is, however, one time a year where I...
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Social media advertisements eventually get us all. I don’t think that’s inherently a bad thing, but I do think it’s a good idea to do a little research before you make your purchase. To that end, let me tell you about my experience with athletic wear brand Silverwind. This post is unsponsored. I purchased my Silverwind workout set with...
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The scientific community is, shall we say, undecided on the efficacy of kinesio tape. Here’s an NIH study whose conclusion could be charitably described as “I dunno, guys… maybe?” at best. Under normal circumstances I stand with science. Vax me up, baby! Wear a mask if you’re sick! Homeopathic medicine? No thanks! Yet in this case, if loving kinesio...
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