Brooks ID Program

So, I applied to be a part of the Brooks Running Company Inspire Daily program, and I was chosen, I just found out this afternoon! I am so excited! As a part of this program, I get some awesome Brooks gear to wear to races, will participate in the Brooks running community, work to inspire others to run, and basically promote Brooks and running. I Love Brooks, and as many of you know, I have a passion for running so this seems perfect for me! I will keep you updated on my journey with the Brooks ID program. I cannot wait to start and am so thankful for this opportunity!!!!

AZ RoadRacers Summer Series Race #5

Last race of the summer at South Mountain. I went in with a new strategy and it really worked for me. I started slower and picked up speed until the end and kept close to my competition for the first half. I am really trying to learn good racing strategies from other racers.

My finish time was 19:31,(6:16 per mile) first female overall and this is a new personal best for me! I felt awesome at this race, usually I am wanting to stop! I was passing people that blew by me in the beginning as I picked up speed, so that felt great! I was also keeping my breathing and posture under control. Yay! Matt and Terri (she drove all the way from North Scottsdale to cheer us on after she ran a 1/2 marathon yesterday in Flagstaff! She is so awesome!) were very encouraging on the course and it really helped me!

Mile splits off Garmin: 6:12, 6:31 (going up the mountain),5:59, 5:43. The official results with Grand Prix points should be up soon, so I will post those when they are!

The starting line:
Rounding the corner to the straightaway to the finish line.
Almost there!

HOME FOR SALE

My parents are selling their home in Greendale, WI. Beautiful home in a beautiful areas with great schools! If by chance you know anyone looking for a home in WI, it's a great one! Click on the link for info and pics.

Home for sale

Matt's Birthday

Matt and I went to Shannon's on Friday to celebrate Matt's birthday with her and Mike and to just catch up! We made 4 pizzas- margherita, goat cheese/fig/heriloom tomato, tomato sauce/ pepperoni/ mozzerella, and avocado/prosciutto.
They were so good!
For dessert, I made a white balsamic custard tart that turned out amazing! I know it sounds strange, but it is delicious! Here is the recipe.

Some pics from the night:
Smile for the camera Matt! :)