There’s a lot of skin out here in Las Vegas and I wouldn’t want it any other way. I’ve managed to keep all my clothes on so far, so let’s hope that trend continues. It’s just so unbelievably nice to be in the warm sun, put my toes in the pool and to run outside in shorts!
See ya treadmill! I’m going outside!
In honor of being in Vegas, I’m going to make this post a quickie. Here’s everything you need to know to start your Friday:
NEWS FLASH:
Oiselle is opening it’s flagship store! Unfortunately for me, it’s in Seattle where they are based, but if I go to Bird Camp in August, you bet your booty I’ll be stopping by. You can read all about it’s awesomeness here.
RACE FLASH:
Why do you race? We all have our reasons and Tina Muir and the runners at RunnersConnect were nice enough to have me write a guest post all about it.
Racing motivation can be boiled down to Food, Fast (as in flat course and BQ) and Fun. Racing is supposed to be fun, right? In case you need a reminder, check out some of the amazing bling, food and fast courses I chose for the article. With medals bigger then your head, Fat Ass 5Ks and flat courses in gorgeous destinations, you’ll want to sign up for at least one by the time you finish reading it. I bet my last PR on it.
BLOG FLASH:
Do you ever wonder what racing is like for an elite? How about a back of the packer who is truly enjoying themselves out there? Well have I got a treat for you! Starting next Wednesday I will be having some very distinguished guests here on VITA, each with their own unique perspective when it comes to racing and what it’s like in their pace group.
I’m calling it MY PLACE IN THE PACE and it will answer all your burning questions like:
Does Christine of Love, Life, Surf have a pre-race ritual?
How did racing newbie Nellie of Brooklyn Active Mama collect more bling over this past year then Kara Goucher?
What do elites like Tina Muir of Fuel Your Future with Tina eat for breakfast? (hint: it’s runners like me!)
How does Amanda aka Miss Zippy stay so zippy after years of racing?
You’ll have to come back and find out!
It’s time for my massage with a showgirl so I have to run. Have a fantastic weekend and I’ll see you for The Rundown on Monday!
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What’s your news flash for Friday?
What’s in like in your pace group when you race?
Are you as excited as I am about the Oiselle flagship store? Probably not.
I just couldn’t get past the bathing suit and pool. Totally jealous as I sit here with heat blasting waiting to drop Lily off at preschool! Enjoy though and send some warm weather our way 😉
It was better then amazing to sit in the sun. Now I’m hoping I can get home since there’s yet another snowstorm. Is this winter over yet?
I dont even know where to begin, there is too much to comment on in here. #1 SO JEALOUS!!!!! Ill just sit and stare at the snow out the window! #2 YAY for runners connect, love your post, it was a good one! #3 thanks fr the shout out, and WHOA! You have one heck of a line up for next week! That is so exciting! 🙂 Hopefully the internet does not become confused with me using # as they were originally meant to be used……not for hashtags! Have a wonderful time lady! You earned it!
Thanks for everything Tina!!!
Enjoy your time in Vegas and the sun! Not gonna lie – I’m beyond jealous especially since my day includes a colonoscopy:)
Looking forward to your new series – love all the people that you already have lined up to feature!!!
Oh no Kim! I hope the procedure went well.
I’m excited about it too. I’m always curious about other racer’s experiences!
Massage with a showgirl? Welp, what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas!
You got that right!
I heard about the Oiselle Flagship store. I think it will be really interesting to see what they are doing.
I’m also really interested in seeing what you do for your elite interviews! It sounds like it will be a lot of fun. Have a great Friday!
First of all CONGRATS on your awesome marathon!!!! A PR and first in age group? You must be on top of the world!
Second, hooray for the Oiselle store and don’t you wish we were closer?
Third, I’m always interested to see what it’s like for different runners at different paces in a race. I think each pace time has it’s own little culture.
As usual, I have so much I want to comment on but not enough time. So here’s it in a nutshell – yes to all!!!
Hahaha! Thanks Angela. I know the feeling!
Ooooo! Have a fantastic time in Vegas! I’ve never been! Some of my favorite bloggers coming up! 🙂
Oh it looks like you are having SO much fun….good!!!!! I hope you have an awesome time and soak up all the sunshine you can get!!! I’m so excited for your upcoming blog posts!!! What a fun idea :).
Now they just need to open an Oiselle in MD
I know, right?
We had a fantastic time and are now headed back to more snow. I mean really.
The series sounds fun! Enjoy Vegas! It’s one of my favorite places. I’m sure you’ll enjoy running the strip!
Oh yes I did!!! It was a total blast.
So much fun stuff here Allie. Your Vegas photos are making me a little jealous. I’m longing for the warm sun! Enjoy. It looks like you’re having a great time. And awesome to see your post on Runners Connect and can’t wait for your series to start! Thanks for including me 🙂
Thanks Christine! It was a great trip and now headed back to yet another snowstorm. Will it ever end??
Looking forward to the coming weeks with YOU and all my other “guests” – fun!
my news flash is that I am INSANELY jealous of your vegas trip as I sit here and FREEZE (again!).
Well, just so you feel better, we are on our way home to another snowstorm. I’m going to now return to staring at my pictures of the sun.
Woo hoo for Vegas! If you get a chance, eat at Giada’s. It’s my favorite one there!
Oh man! I wanted to get there but we didn’t. Just another reason to go back!!
so yeah I am incredibly jealous of you right now, and am following along on the SM with a little tear in my eye remembering the florida weather of 80 degrees last weekend. I really need to get to vegas one day! Also. I almost spit out my water when I read your question about me LOLOL I am almost done, putting the finishing touches!
Hahaha!!! I thought you would like that! And YES everyone must go to Vegas at least once. You would absolutely love it!
Can you believe I’ve never worn anything from Oiselle?!!
We must fix this immediately. What’s your size?
Small bottoms, medium top
So so jealous of that sun and warmth! Hope you are having a fabulous time!
It was amazing but we’re now sadly headed back to more snow. It was very tempting to just stay until spring!
Hope you had a fabulous weekend, Allie! We already have a delay for school tomorrow – I hope your re-entry isn’t too freezing!
We had a delay too but my boys are in afternoon kindergarten!! Hooray!!
heh, I’m probably not as excited about Oiselle, but I’m happy for you!!
Hope you had a great weekend. We have snow and cold here. And sickness. And general blahs.
Yep. Already back in it and barely made it home in the snowstorm on Sunday. Enough!!!
Ah have so much fun! I don’t have a warm weather vacation planned for another two months and believe me I’m counting down the days. That new series sounds so fun! Enjoy your holiday!
It was so great to sit in the sun! Soak up every moment of your vacation!!
Whee Vegas!!