I’ve been tagged by the lovely Irish Runner Chic to share some of my “Running Favourites”. So…here ya go…a little more about Piper!
1) Location: Trail, Road, or Indoors?
My first choice would be outside on the road. I love me some fresh air and new freckles on my face 🙂 Sadly, due to crazy winter conditions and my stupid hamstring injury, I am running indoors on my BEAST of a treadmill that I do love.
Me and THE BEAST
2) Time of Day: Morning, Noon, or Evening?
I run at night after our girls go to bed but if I had a choice I would probably run outside in the morning. Nothing like getting it done first thing in the morning and feeling great for the rest of the day! I also RUNCH = run at lunch time when my work schedule permits.
3) Weather: Sunshine, Mild or Hot?
I’m going to say mild. Running in the heat zaps the life out of me. I do love the sunshine but enjoy the mild heat when I run.
This was a hot run last summer mid afternoon – not recommended (but the run was awesome!).
HOT SUMMER RUN 2014: 14k
4) Fuel: Before, After, and sometimes during?
I would say I’m more of an “after” run fuel-er. Is fuel-er even a word? I’m a fan of Vega hydrator or straight up chocolate milk. I don’t usually fuel before a run, unless it’s water to keep hydrated.
I’ll take a GU when I’m on my longer runs – anything over 10k. It’s been months since I’ve had a GU (like last October during my half!). Hoping to change that this spring!
5) Accessories: Music, Watch & More?
No music for me when I run outside. If I’m on the treadmill, I always watch a show. I love wearing my Garmin on runs. I like seeing my stats (pace, longest run, PB’s etc.).
6) Rewards: Food, Wine, or …?
Hell yah! I’m not much of a drinker anymore but I do love my food! When I run more, I am rungry more! Umm…I love chocolate…so I may or may not eat that a fair amount.
7) Type of run: Long, tempo, intervals, hill repeats, progression, or recovery/easy?
I sure enjoy my long runs (and miss them lately). I’m not very good at tempo runs. I enjoy intervals or Fartleks. Hill Repeats are something I dread but will enjoy once completed. I’m okay with progression runs but they are not my strength. I enjoy recovery/easy runs but sometimes find them hard to do because I just want to run fast.
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I’m hoping the 7 other bloggers I tag will join in the fun! If you haven’t heard of their blog before…check ’em out!
PS – They are Canadian…actually, they are all from Atlantic Canada. You know the part still covered in snow 😉
I tag:
Tracey – For The Love of Family
Molly – A Fresh Start for Molly
Nicola – No Time Like The Present
Courtney – Runner Girl Fitness
Do you reward yourself with food or wine post run?
Do you listen to music during your run?
What’s your favourite time of day to run?
Piper's Run 
I love that you make a point to get your runs in despite your busy schedule. You are a great inspiration for so many and as I embark on motherhood it is great to see that it can be balanced. I too love my Garmin. Those stats help me to know I’m still doing something right.
I try hard to get them in even after a long day at work and then with the girls in the evening. It’s hard someday’s but makes me feel so much better when I get them in. Motherhood is exhausting but SO SO SO worth it…those little feet/hands, hugs around your neck, “mommy I love you’s” – wouldn’t change it for anything!
mmm, I forgot about the strawberry banana Gu, that’s a pretty good one.
Yum…strawberry banana!
I’m no good at recovery runs either–I like to go fast!
I love a delicious brunch and a beer after a long run or race…nothing better!
I’ll keep you posted keep an eye out on my blog for the answers!
Thanks for the tag! I love these types of posts 😀
I also enjoy long runs best. I feel like there’s no pressure on myself to run at a speedy pace, which I suck at most times. My reward is always food or a specialty coffee. 😀