Winter Miles Challenge 2014

Winter is notoriously the most difficult time of year to stay committed to the run. Between cold temperatures, blustery winds, darkness and snow, there are plenty of excuses to cheat or quit. But if you want a strong spring, the work needs to be done over winter. Spring PR's are made in the dead of winter. This is why I've created the Winter Miles Challenge to help keep us all on track through the toughest 8 weeks of winter. Yes, we will have a successful spring!

January 6 - March 2

The Winter Miles Challenge is about holding yourself (and each other) accountable to your weekly mileage goal. At the end of every week, you will report back your completed mileage. If you hit your weekly goal, you will be entered into the weekly prize drawing. This is about pushing yourself; keeping yourself motivated. It's all about saying YES! I DID IT! at the end of each week.

The question is... Are you READY? 

Does your winter training need encouragement? 

A friendly kick in the pants? 

THIS IS IT.

First, pick the mileage level that is a good goal for YOU...
You can change levels from week to week.

Beginner: 10 miles each week

Intermediate: 20 miles each week

Trainer: 30 miles each week

Advanced: 40 miles each week

Ultra: 50 miles each week

REPORT BACK your weekly #WinterMiles every Sunday/Monday.

Every week that you hit your mileage goal, you earn one entry into that week's prize drawing sponsored by these great companies...
Week 1 (Jan.6-12) - YakTrax - Winner is Jodi Thelen!
Week 2 (Jan.13-19) - ProCompression Socks - Winner is Mark Hamilton!
Week 3 (Jan.20-26) - Milestones Jewelry & Apparel - Winner is Sandy Segawa!
Week 4 (Jan.27-Feb.2) - Heart Rate Monitor Watch - Winner is Rachel Hodges!
Week 5 (Feb.3-9) - 110% Compression Socks - Winner is Christy Decker!
Week 6 (Feb.10-16) - FlapJacked Protein Pancakes - Winner is Carolynn Diekhoff!
Week 7 (Feb.17-23) - Fitsok Socks - Winner is Heather O'Donnell!
Week 8 (Feb.24-Mar.2) - Hydrapak & GU Energy - Winner is Brandy Childers!

Best of all, the Winter Miles Challenge is FREE to participate!

REGISTER HERE

Up-to-date details can be found in the weekly eNewsletter...

Week 1 HERE   |   Week 2 HERE   |   Week 3 HERE

Week 4 HERE   |   Week 5 HERE   |  Week 6 HERE

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** WINTER MILES GEAR **

Add-on a reminder of WHY YOU RUN through the cold and snow or put those endless miles on the treadmill. Introducing, my newest design in a casual jersey/tee hoodie or performance training shirt...

WINTER MILES BRING SPRING SMILES

The Long-Sleeve Performance Shirts are moisture-wicking 100% polyester. Available in both Ladies and Men's sizing from S-2XL, it's the perfect look for any runner. The ladies shirts have a slender ladies cut. In my opinion, these run similar to other athletic gear, but when in doubt, always size up. (I barely wear a L in Nike brand, and can also squeeze into a L here. My larger friends have told me these are running small so please choose your size accordingly.) This is a custom order, so please remember I do not have extras for exchanges.  $25.00  Sorry, SOLD OUT. 

The Jersey Hoodie is the perfect pullover to relish your run - long after it's done. Weighing only 4.5oz, this lighweight hoodie is super comfortable on the go or around the house. The fabric blend is 65% cotton and 35% polyester. Again, my personal opinion... This feels like a long-sleeve t-shirt - plus the hood and front pocket! (Again my opinion... I could probably wear the M in this unisex-sized shirt, but I wanted loose and comfy so I went with the L.) This is a custom order, so please remember I do not have extras for exchanges. $25.00   Sorry, SOLD OUT. 

Winter Bling!! These shiny Finisher's Medals for the Snowball Shuffle 8K Virtual Race will disappear quickly, so grab one while you can. Silver glitter ring circles the design, finished with a blue neck ribbon. Virtual Race will be held the week of Jan. 27 - Feb. 2. Grab some friends, shuffle through the snow for an 8K (4.97 miles), and then end with a snowball fight!
$10.00 plus $2 shipping  Sorry, SOLD OUT.