*RECAP* The 121st Boston Marathon With Tedy's Team
/Let's see how Marathon #12 (Boston #4) played out...
Read MoreLeaving my comfort zone… one mile at a time.
Leaving my comfort zone ... one mile at a time.
Let's see how Marathon #12 (Boston #4) played out...
Read MoreAs Tedy Bruschi says: The Boston Marathon is the Super Bowl of Marathons.
For the third year in a row, I had the honor and privilege to take part in this historic race as a member of the amazing family that is Tedy's Team. Tedy's Team raises awareness about Stroke and I run in honor of my Stroke Heroes - both of my grandparents and my Father-in-law Jim.
In the past three years, I have raised $23,412.37 to #FightStroke. A big thank you is owed to all of you lovely readers for your support over this time. I wouldn't have hit that amazing milestone without all of you. :)
The entire weekend was amazing as always and will be recapped in additional posts, but now it is time to focus on the BIG SHOW - Race Day.
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Who IGNITES your Passion?What IGNITES your Passion? When do you IGNITE your Passion? Why do you IGNITE your Passion? Where do you IGNITE your Passion?
My answers to the above questions could go on for days, but I only have a limited window on this blog to grab your attention to share what I am really passionate about. Hey! I know you have Twitter and Facebook to get back to. I understand.
So today I will keep it easy and straightforward. I'll answer the most important of these potential questions...
... the how!
Since embarking on my final weight loss journey (the one that actually stuck) in 2009, I have vowed to motivate and inspire those around me to live healthy/balanced lives and to push the boundaries of their comfort zones.
Can I sum up my Passion in a single word or image? Probably not. Buuuttt I can come super close with this snapshot from the 2013 Boston Marathon - my 3rd marathon and first Boston.
I was frightened. This was the Super Bowl of marathons. But I was there with Tedy's Team in honor of my Stroke Heroes - my grandparents and my Father-In-Law - to help raise awareness and to fight Stroke.
Taking on the endeavor of the marathon and fundraising pushed me so far out of my comfort zone by body lost sight of it. THAT experience taught me more than I would expect.
It fueled my desire to push my body physically, mentally and emotionally. I wanted to rise to the occasion and learn the stories of other Stroke survivors/caretakers.
And now? Now I am gearing up for my 3rd Boston Marathon (t-minus 3 weeks) with Tedy's Team. The fire in my soul burning bright as the training miles pack on and the fundraising adds up (almost $23k in 3 years).
This passion and journey has grown bigger and brighter than I could've imagined...
Yet it was all ignited with a single decision!
And now PUMA wants to help YOU ignite your Passion through their new IGNITE line!
I was super excited to test out all of the pieces I received. I slipped into the PR Pure Fitted S/S tee first.
Thank tanks offered a mesh insert for improved air circulation and flat-lock seams for less friction and higher comfort.
CoolCELL highly functional materials draw sweat away from your skin while anatomically placed air-flow features offer you superior temperature regulation. And this sweaty/smelly girl appreciates that and the Cleansport NXT finish to ensure odor control. I mean who feels me on that??? I cannot be alone!
I paired the thank with the Essential 3/4 tights, which are made with highly functional materials to draw sweat away from the skin and help keep you dry and comfortable during exercise.
I really appreciated the Power Mesh internal waistband for additional tummy support and comfort, and waistband pocket for secure storage. Adios uncomfortable muffin top while working out.
While the outfit made me feel sleek and ready to crush a PR... I felt like I needed some color. Ya know?
So welcome the Ignite Women's Running Shoe to the party!
Let's just check out the color description first: deep blue-team italia navy-FLUO PEACH. Umm yeah! Delicious. Can a shoe color be delicious? Well I'm making it a thing.
The Ignite Shoe offers:
The Ignites main focus -
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So how will PUMA start helping you IGNITE your Passion?
This post is sponsored by FitFluential on behalf of PUMA.