Fleet Feet Roanoke Recovery Zone at Blue Ridge Marathon race series #brm26pt2 #runblueridge

Posted on April 13, 2018 by EmpowerMoms

FLEET FEET RECOVERY ZONE after the race:

Thanks to Fleet Feet Sports Roanoke you will have all your recovery needs met right as you cross the finish line. This isn’t your ordinary finish line either, you will be pampered with complimentary massages from local therapists, ice baths, free access to Addaday Therapy Sticks & foam rollers, and more.

There will even be a recovery expo where your trusted friends at Fleet Feet can offer you advice on nutrition, compression, footwear, and more. See below for details about our ever-growing recovery zone!

**Massage Therapists

**RockTape doctors

**Yoga Recovery with Erica

**Recovery vendors to purchase products on site


Full specifics here:
http://www.blueridgemarathon.com/race-details-events/finish-festival/fleet-feet-recovery-zone/

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LewisGale #SalemVAHalf & VA #LewisGale8k race recap for 2017 #virginiablueridge

Posted on April 11, 2018 by EmpowerMoms

I ran this race this past October for the second year in a row. I had posted my pictures on my Facebook and Instagram pages but neglected to post my race recap here on my blog.

I was fortunate to be asked to be a race ambassador again this year which means that in exchange for a complimentary race ticket, I promote their race by sharing my training, coupon codes for registration and my experiences during the race.

I wasn’t sure how well I would be able to run my 8k race that Saturday morning because my back was bothering me so I decided I would just go at my own pace and walk and jog as necessary.


It REALLY helps my knees and back when I use my athletic Rock Tape before a race. Have you used Rock Tape or KT Tape before? Its AMAZING!! I prefer Rock Tape because it says on for days…

The night before was race packet pickup which went smooth. I picked up both my sons race packets and mine since we live local to the race. I absolutely LOVE my long sleeve shirt I got!


Ready for the race!


Pictures with both my boys before the race. My teenager did the race with me and my youngest did the kids race.


Happy that I finished! The terrain is SO pretty running up and down the rolling hills of downtown Salem, around the YMCA, and the neighborhoods. I train in neighborhoods and on hills, but if you don’t-be prepared for all the rolling hills!

They always do such a great job with race packet pickup, friendly volunteers during and after the race, post race food (Thank you Chick fil-a!) and stretching areas! My son and I are planning on doing this race again this year and I hope to be selected as a race ambassador again this year so I can share a coupon code with all of you.

For info on the upcoming race this October, you can visit here: http://www.salemhalfmarathon.com/

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“The Heart Between Us” by Lindsay Harrel

Posted on April 7, 2018 by EmpowerMoms


The Heart Between Us: Two Sisters, One Heart Transplant, and a Bucket List by Lindsay Harrel

I haven’t read anything by this author before and I really liked the story line flow and the characters. Twins Megan and Crystal have both had very different struggles throughout their lives-struggling for life (literally), hope, faith, love, control…and as adults they still struggle with their relationship with each other and with God.

Heart warming story about family, communication, trusting in God, and having faith in the future. Great Christian romance and drama story. I really liked reading about the girls travels aboard and all the historical fun facts as they worked on Megan’s bucket list of activities. Highly recommend!

I received a copy of this book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.

About the Book:
Megan Jacobs always wished for a different heart. Her entire childhood was spent in and out of hospitals, sitting on the sidelines while her twin sister Crystal played all the sports, got all the guys, and had all the fun. But even a heart transplant three years ago wasn’t enough to propel Megan’s life forward. She’s still working as a library aide in her small Minnesota hometown and living with her parents, dreaming of the adventure she plans to take “once she’s well enough.” Meanwhile, her sister is a successful architect with a handsome husband and the perfect life—or so Megan thinks.

When her heart donor’s parents give Megan their teenage daughter’s journal—complete with an unfulfilled bucket list—Megan connects with the girl she meets between the pages and is inspired to venture out and check off each item. Caleb—a friend from her years in and out of the hospital—reenters her life and pushes her to find the courage to take the leap and begin her journey. She’s thrown for a loop when Crystal offers to join her for reasons of her own, but she welcomes the company and the opportunity to mend their tenuous relationship.

As Megan and Crystal check items off the bucket list, Megan fights the fears that have been instilled in her after a lifetime of illness. She must choose between safety and adventure and learn to embrace the heart she’s been given so that she can finally share it with the people she loves most.

Purchase your copy here:

About the Author
Lindsay Harrel is a lifelong book nerd who lives in Arizona with her young family and two golden retrievers in serious need of training. She’s held a variety of writing and editing jobs over the years, and now juggles stay-at-home mommyhood with writing novels. When she’s not writing or chasing after her children, Lindsay enjoys making a fool of herself at Zumba, curling up with anything by Jane Austen, and savoring sour candy one piece at a time. Connect with her at www.LindsayHarrel.com.

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4 Tips for Running Hills-Blue Ridge Marathon race series #brm26pt2 #runblueridge

Posted on April 6, 2018 by EmpowerMoms

1. Keep your torso tall. Your technique is as important as your strategy.
2. Shorten your stride. Drive your elbows back and focus on pushing off from your toes.
3. Focus your gaze on the summit. The end is near!
4. Forget pace. Always run hills by effort, not speed.

Full article here:
http://www.runrocknroll.com/tempo/tips/4-tips-running-hills-course/?utm_campaign=tempo&utm_medium=social-media&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=4-tips-hill-running&utm_term=feb18p20

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Training Tips & Shirt Reveal for Claytor Lake OCR #triadventuremultisport

Posted on April 5, 2018 by EmpowerMoms

From tire pulls to rope climbs, cargo nets to the water climb, the monster’s obstacles will bring unbridled laughter, unending pain, and endless challenges.

1. Dress the part.
2. Treat training like race day.
3. Be sure to balance.
4. Customize your cardio.
5. Variety is the spice of…training.
6. It’s OK to walk.
7. Off days are just as critical.
8. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate.
9. Try a different carb-load.

FULL ARTICLE IS HERE:
https://dailyburn.com/life/fitness/obstacle-course-race-training-tips/

SHIRT REVEAL:

REGISTER HERE:
http://www.triadventure.com/claytor-lake-ocr/
SAVE 10% off regular price race tickets by using code: Empower18 (expires on 4/20/18)

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