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Disclaimer: I received an entry to the Gasparilla Distance Classic to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about being a BibRave Pro, and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews  Use Code "BIBRAVE2023" to SAVE $5 on Any RaceI think the entry fees for the Gasparilla Distance Classic are good to begin with, but who doesn't want to SAVE $5 with a discount code? It feels especially good when you use the code BEFORE a price increase. Head to RunGasparilla.com and sign up before prices go up on Friday, Jan. 13 at midnight. You can see the half marathon pricing below, but all the race entry fees increase on Friday.  Gasparilla Half Marathon Training - Week 8 I'm tracking my training progress in a watercolor journal. Here's my check in from week 8. (Credit: ThisOldRunner) Week 8 of training for the @rungasparilla half marathon felt good to me. I have missed workouts for the 3 previous weeks due to being sick, travel, and all the holidays. A good week of workouts put my mind and body in a good place. I'm ready to see how far back in shape I can get before race day. Race weekend in Feb. 24-26; the half marathon is on Sunday, the 26th. I'm feeling optimistic! There are 4 Distances You Can Run During the Gasparilla Distance Classic Weekend in Tampa, FLIf you want to join me, use “BIBRAVE2023” to get $5 OFF any race. There's a 5K, 8K, 15K and Half Marathon. Click any image for more info. Run a Challenge by Racing 2 to 4 Different EventsOr, you can register for one of the Challenges that include a couple or all the races. There were still a few spots left in the challenges when I looked.  The #GasparillaDistanceClassic is the perfect winter getaway race. Florida is beautiful in February! You'll find all the details on race weekend at www.rungasparilla.com Sneak Peek at Gasparilla Half Finisher's MedalTalk about LOOT! Half Marathon finishers get this fine treasure! The Gasparilla Distance Classic is known for it's colorful shirts and medals.  (Image credit: Gasparilla Distance Classic) #GDCBR #PGDC #PGDC2023 #RunGasparilla #RunTampa #RunStPete #DiscountCode #GasparillaDistanceClassic #GasparillaHalf #BibChat #BibRavePro #RaceDiscount #HoorayRunning #ThisOldRunner #Racecation #RunFlorida
Disclaimer: I received a complimentary jar of Save My Sole Foot Rescue Cream to review. Thoughts and opinions are mine. Save My Sole® Gives Runners' Happy FeetLike most runners, my feet take a beating. It seems like the first few weeks of every new training cycle results in dry skin and cracked heels. Lucky for me, Peak10Skin® sent me a sample of their Save My Sole® Foot Rescue Cream as I began my Gasparilla Distance Classic training last month. Keep reading to see how I've been using Save My Sole® to repair my feet. I've gotta say, I'm really (really!) happy with the results after just a few weeks.
 Super smooth and creamy! Save My Sole® Foot Rescue Cream has shea butter, menthol, eucalyptus, and Globulus leaf oil. (Image: ThisOldRunner) How I Use Save My Sole® Foot Rescue Cream
Step 2: Exfoliate Dead Skin
The shea butter has lots of Vitamin E which helps to lock in moisture and hydration to repair skin. Other active ingredients are eucalyptus, menthol, and limonene. These ingredients offer anti-inflammatory benefits that help to soothe tired, sore feet. Reminder: Be gentle when exfoliating. If you scrub too hard you'll damage your skin. And, don't use a pumice stone every day. Once or twice a week is good. Step 3: Apply Save My Sole® Foot Rescue CreamMoisturize, moisturize, moisturize! When my feet are ready, I apply Save My Sole by massaging it into my feet with a circular motion. A massage always feels good and helps with circulation. I put Save My Sole® on my entire foot, including between my toes. Side note: the eucalyptus, limonene and menthol in the lotion make it smell so good. It was extra soothing to me during a recent sinus infection.
Images: ThisOldRunner and iStock. Step 4: Wear Socks to Seal in the MoistureSeal in that Moisture! Once I've washed, exfoliated and massaged the cream into my feet, I slip into a pair of socks. This helps seal the moisture into my skin, and prevents me from leaving shea butter footprints all over the house. At night, I may keep the socks on overnight for maximum moisturizing. Doing this made a huge difference in just one application. Lately, I've been wearing holiday socks after moisturizing my feet!  After applying Save My Sole Foot Repair Cream, I slip into some socks to lock in that beautiful moisture. (Image: ThisOldRunner) My RecommendationsThe directions on the jar suggest applying Save My Sole® Foot Repair Cream twice a day. If you can do that, go for it. I'm more consistent with a nighttime application since I can put on socks and relax afterwards. If I'm headed out for a run, I'll apply in the morning since I'll be wearing socks. I noticed improved skin right away, so I'm good now with once a day. Your choice will depend on the condition of your feet. Here's another tip! Don't stop at your feet. I've been putting Save My Sole® on my elbows and shins, too. It does a great job of moisturizing all my rough skin. A little goes a long way when you massage it in. (BTW, Peak10Skin® offers a hand and foot cream combo!) I am really happy with the results. My feet are happy, and my skin hasn't cracked as I add extra miles to my running routine. I definitely recommend this cream! SAVE 20% with Discount Code "RUNNER"Right now you can SAVE 20% on everything at Peak10Skin.com. That includes the limited time offer of a FREE Exfoliating Block and Gift Box when you buy Save My Sole® Foot Rescue Cream.
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#Peak10Skin #SaveMySole #FootRepairCream #DiscountCode #RunnerReview #HoorayRunning This Hoodie Keeps You Warm...and CoolWe've all been there — freezing cold at the start of a run or race, then overheated after a mile or two. Then, a few miles later when the sun disappears, you're cold all over again. Or, how about this scenario: You start your race wearing gloves/mittens. After a while you stuff them in a pocket during the race. After you finish your race, you discover you only have ONE mitten! The other one fell out of your pocket somewhere out there on the race course. Yeah, that's happened to me a couple of times. And I've seen plenty of other people's lost gloves and mittens while racing. That won't EVER happen if you wear the new performance Turtle Gloves Mitten Hoodie. This mitten hoodie can be as flexible as the weather and your body temperature. Keep reading to see how they work.  #TurtleGloves Mitten Hoodie has built-in convertible mittens to keep your hands warm while you're running or doing other outside things. #TurtleGlovesBR Disclaimer: I received a Turtle Gloves Mitten Hoodie to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about being a BibRave Pro, and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews! Turtle Gloves Mittens are Built-in to the HoodieCheck out the photo below. My mittens are connected to the sleeves of my hoodie! But this system is waaaayyyyy better than the old safety pin and string method we used as kids. The conversion mittens are sewn into the cuff on the sleeve. But the beauty part is that they're only sewn on one side. That makes it easy to slip in and out of them. And because the mittens/fingerless gloves are attached, you'll never lose them!  Wearing the full on mittens is easy. Just slip your hand into them and go! The Mittens Convert into Fingerless GlovesIf you don't need the full mitten treatment, fold the mitten back and wear the fingerless gloves. The fingerless gloves are a long length to give you warmth + flexibility. Of course, you can fold them back again to create short fingerless gloves, if that works better for you.  Fold back the mittens for the fingerless glove option. This lets you use your fingers but keeps your hands warm. Don't Need Mittens? No ProblemThe best part of the Turtle Glove Mitten Hoodie is you can tuck away the mittens when you don't need them. Now, you're wearing a traditional hoodie — but you're always ready if the temperature drops! This lightweight hoodie also has two deep fleece-lined front pockets. I wouldn't run with my phone in them, but they're good for carrying fuel.  Fold your mittens back into the sleeve and you have a regular sleeve. Did I mention there are two fleece-lined front pockets, too? They're the perfect place to stash something like race fuel. It's Easy to Check Your Stats on the RunOne of the things I like best about this design is the watch window. When I'm bundled up, I don't want to peel back my gloves and layers to check my pace. Because the gloves are sewn onto the sleeve cuff on the underside, it's easy to view your watch without struggling to push back layers.  Bonus points for the watch view! Just push the cuff back to check your pace or BP while you're running. There's a watch gusset on BOTH wrists! A Few More Design DetailsRight now you can get the lightweight performance pullover Turtle Gloves Mitten Hoodie in gray or light green. (Sorry, the orange is sold out!) This model has the Watch Gusset on both outside wrists for viewing GPS watch, Health ID bracelets or inspiration bracelets. You can wear the outside cuff over your watch to keep batteries warm, or fold it up for continuous viewing. Just like the hood, you now have mittens ready when you need them. This performance hoodie fabric is made for fitness. The wicking material provides breathable comfort. Wear it alone or as a base layer. The hoodie is designed with extra length and roominess so you can wear it over other layers. The body, front pockets, hood and mittens are all lined with lightweight fleece for cozy comfort. Overall, I think this hoodie is a winner! I Have a Turtle Gloves Discount Code for YouYep! Use discount code "TURTLEBIBRAVE" until 12/31/22 to get 20% OFF your order! Check out all the warm goodies at Turtle Gloves.com. They offer a wide variety of gloves, mittens, hoodies, hats and wraps to keep you warm all winter. There's a zip-front mitten hoodie for people who prefer that over a pullover. Go check it out! #TurtleGlovesBR #TurtleGlovesHoodie #RunnerGear #DiscountCodes #ChristmasGiftsForRunners #Mittens #Activewear #BibRavePro #BibChat #HoorayRunning #DiscountsForRunners #TurtleGloves
Every December for more years than I can count, we've run the Boley Centers Jingle Bell Run in downtown St. Petersburg. It's a fun tradition that always puts me in the holiday spirit. Here are a few pictures from this year's event. It felt like fewer people this year, but there were lots of musical entertainers along the course, and plenty of festive lights in downtown.  The race start and finish line was next to North Straub Park.  There were at least 10 musical groups along the 3 mile course.
 All the sparkly lights in Straub Park reflected on Vinoy Basin.  Santa's winter wonderland was ready for visitors. Those drippy lights are my favorite.  The Silver Alerts and Ed Carter were the first and last band on the course. Thanks, guys!  A snow machine just past the finish line added to the holiday feelings.  In Florida, Santa's sleigh is apparently a red convertible!  I love these dog tag style medals that Boley Centers has given out the past few years. It's the perfect size and memento. That's a wrap on another holiday run, thanks to Boley Centers! #EndTheStigma
Check out my latest cool weather running gear! It’s Turtle Gloves Performance Mitten Hoodie. Your hood and mittens are built in, so they’re there when you need them, and they’ll make it all the way back home with you. (I hate when I lose gloves and hats.)
Disclaimer: I received a Turtle Gloves Mitten Hoodie to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about being a BibRave Pro, and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews!  The new Turtle Gloves Performance Mitten Hoodie is made of wicking material and lined with a lightweight fleece. #TurtleGlovesBR SAVE 20% with Code "TURTLEBIBRAVE"Psst! I have a Discount Code for you: “TURTLEBIBRAVE” = 20% off at TurtleGloves.com #TurtleGlovesBR #BibChat #BibRavePro #RaceGear #DiscountCode #HoorayRunning #GearDiscounts #ThisOldRunner
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