Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Winter Run and a GIVEAWAY!

Today was a good day.
I got outside to run.

It is afterall, a heat wave when you reach over 20 degrees in the heart of February (for Illinois at least).  It was overcast all morning, but the moment I stepped out the front door, the sun popped out and stayed with me for 7 miles.

I wore my Garmin for the first time in months... to my displeasure. I need to start paying attention to my pace again, but it somewhat strips the joy away from my run. With each mile, the watch beeps and almost always tells me, "Not fast enough".  I'm trudging right now, like I'm running in snowboots. I miss that floating feeling in my stride. But the only way to get it back is to get serious about my training. (My next 'A' race is May 4 at Lincoln, NE)  I need to get back to intervals and tempo runs, but it's depressing to actually face the Garmin and see the proof.
The time is now.
My slow feet

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A highlight to my week was when I tried out some new sweatbands from Suddora. I received a collection of the their basic sweatbands and wristbands. There are a rainbow of colors to choose from - my favorite of course is purple! Made with ultra high quality material, the Suddora sweatband doesn't irritate your head and soaks up hours of sweat. Fabric is 80% cotton, 12% spandex and 8% nylon. Starting at only $2.99 with big discounts for group orders - ideal for schools!

 

In addition to the sweatbands, Suddora also has Non-Slip Velvet-Lined Headbands ($7.99 ea.) and the Thin Elastic Headbands (4pk for $9.99) that my kids like so much...

If you like the Non-Slip Velvet-Lined Headbands, get 50% off by using code SUDDORA5 on their Amazon listing here. Code expires 2/28/14.

*** GIVEAWAY ***
The best of news is that I have a couple to giveaway to you!! Enter via the Rafflecopter app below or on Facebook here. FOUR Winners (3 sweatbands and 1 zipper wristband) will be announced next Thursday, 2/20/14. Good Luck!

a Rafflecopter giveaway
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45 comments:

  1. RunnerGirlFebruary 12, 2014 at 8:52 PM

    I don't typically wear a headband. Sarah B

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  2. UnknownFebruary 12, 2014 at 8:58 PM

    I usually wear Brady Bands when I work out, but I noticed that last one I got was kinda tight on my head!

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  3. UnknownFebruary 12, 2014 at 9:12 PM

    I'd be willing to try a new, free headband ;)

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2014 at 9:17 PM

    I like any kind of cute headband, it helps to keep my hair back!

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  5. Janice @ Mom On The RunFebruary 12, 2014 at 9:25 PM

    Great job on getting out there to run! I don't normally wear headbands when I run because I run so much in the winter that I have a hard time acclimatizing to the summer heat, so I run in the cool gym in the summer.

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  6. Displaced LibrarianFebruary 12, 2014 at 9:28 PM

    I've discovered that wearing some kind of headband is crucial for me- I hate it when sweat drips into my eyes!

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  7. ladyfish1313February 12, 2014 at 9:29 PM

    Although I have really short hair, it still drives me nuts when i run. I love wearing headbands but haven't found one I'm comfortable with that doesn't give me a headache. Would love to win one to try one!!

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  8. PamelaFebruary 12, 2014 at 9:30 PM

    I have been shopping around for just this thing!!!! Pamela

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  9. RPM GirlFebruary 12, 2014 at 9:40 PM

    Most headbands slip off my head, so would love to try one of these.

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  10. Jessica @ runyourmuttoffFebruary 12, 2014 at 10:22 PM

    I haven't found a headband that doesn't slip (or have to sit really far forward and feel awkward). I do wear an ear warmer during this cold season.
    PS. I liked your caption "my slow feet". It made me smile because when I was younger my mom loved to ride bike and she always said if you can't be fast, at least dress so you look fast. So, at least with those flashy shoes, your feet will look fast! :)

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  11. GretchenPFebruary 13, 2014 at 2:57 AM

    love bicbands or sweaty bands.. something fun! :) thanks for the giveaway!

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  12. HeidiFebruary 13, 2014 at 4:28 AM

    The only one that I have tried is bondi band, which also works to keep my ears warm in cold weather.

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  13. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 4:38 AM

    I love headbands and need to find some wider ones ! These look super nice Jess!

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  14. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 6:26 AM

    I use headbands so my hair doesn't go all over the place. I could use some thicker ones though!

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  15. LynnFebruary 13, 2014 at 6:53 AM

    I love wearing headbands but have a hard time finding ones that stay on. I usually use bondi bands, but would like to be able to wear a thinner band....

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  16. Running MegFebruary 13, 2014 at 7:07 AM

    I love the non-slip headbands!

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  17. Hazel BiteFebruary 13, 2014 at 7:11 AM

    I usually like to wear a headband when I run, but lately I've been wearing a hat. As soon as the temperature gets warmer, I'll probably be back to a headband, but one that can be pulled over my ears as needed.

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  18. LeahFebruary 13, 2014 at 7:16 AM

    I usually wear a visor when I am running outside but sometimes I wear bands inside on the treadmill!

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  19. CarieFebruary 13, 2014 at 7:25 AM

    I wear non-slip headbands (bicbands), but would like something for my sweat during my cross-training workouts!

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  20. HeatherFebruary 13, 2014 at 8:07 AM

    My answer:
    Do you wear headbands when you run and/or workout? What's your favorite brand, if any?
    I actually don't wear headbands but I am looking into starting. I would love to find one that I absolutely love!

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  21. StaceyFebruary 13, 2014 at 8:10 AM

    While I don't wear headbands, my girls absolutely love them!

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  22. Glitter Girl on the Run ~ LindsayFebruary 13, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    Love headbands would love to try!! :))

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  23. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 10:35 AM

    My crazy hair requires headbands! Love Sparkly Soul..but always willing to try others!

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  24. Tess MooreFebruary 13, 2014 at 10:42 AM

    ALWAYS wear a head band. Hats are tricky but headbands for me work fantastic!

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  25. LaurenFebruary 13, 2014 at 11:44 AM

    I do not wear headbands but I want to, I have not found one that I like!

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  26. AbbyFebruary 13, 2014 at 12:38 PM

    I usually wear BAMRBands for every workout because I have wild hair.

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  27. PennyFebruary 13, 2014 at 4:34 PM

    Ya I wear Headbands i like Hippie Runner and Bondibands

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  28. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 5:37 PM

    I do wear them. I have a Nike one that I usually use, and a few that don't have a brand that I remember. Thank you for the wonderful giveaway.
    Erin
    fairyfractal at gmail dot com

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  29. Zenaida ArroyoFebruary 13, 2014 at 7:10 PM

    I like Sweaty Bands.

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  30. alphatangoFebruary 13, 2014 at 7:58 PM

    I sometimes wear headbands, but I'm always in search for the perfect ones that won't slip out of my hair. I sweat (a LOT) and find a headband that will stay in usually squeezes the heck out of my head and those that don't squeeze slip right out.

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  31. ShawnFebruary 13, 2014 at 8:51 PM

    I use headbands, scarves, and visors. Anything that will hold my hair (bangs) back works for me!

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  32. Breanna S.February 13, 2014 at 8:57 PM

    I do sometimes wear headbands when I run. I made my own using ribbon, velvet ribbon, and elastic. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  33. LaurieFebruary 14, 2014 at 9:45 AM

    I haven't really ever used headbands, but I'd like to. When I run I usually wear a hat (winter, or ball cap style) but when I work out inside my hair drives me CRAZY and I'd love to find a headband that keeps the whispies out of my face!

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  34. christaFebruary 14, 2014 at 11:43 AM

    I like bondi bands or sweaty bands.

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  35. UnknownFebruary 14, 2014 at 12:00 PM

    I wear them when i work out! I dont remember the brand! i've been using the same couple ones for a while! I think maybe from Walmart?

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  36. OliviaFebruary 15, 2014 at 11:09 AM

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  37. OliviaFebruary 15, 2014 at 11:16 AM

    I'm a bobby pin girl...those things work great to keep the hair out of my face. Would love to try these out!

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  38. Katie BFebruary 15, 2014 at 6:47 PM

    I wear a headband when I do yoga or run on the treadmill. I'm not sure the brand of the headband as it was a gift.

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  39. KimFebruary 16, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    I wear a headband on long runs - I only have sparkly bands and BiC bands.

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  40. KathrynFebruary 16, 2014 at 9:50 PM

    Love the zippered wristband!

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  41. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2014 at 6:55 AM

    I am always looking for a new headband. Finding one that will stay on through my workout is always a bonus!

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  42. UnknownFebruary 17, 2014 at 9:20 AM

    i usuallly wear bondibands. I like the wide band to hole the flyaway hairs back.

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  43. UnknownFebruary 17, 2014 at 9:32 AM

    I hardly ever wear headbands because the back of my head is essentially flat and they normally shoot right off the back of my head!!!! I do have a SweatyBand that works pretty well, but I don't like to run in it since I feel like I'm always checking that it's not flying off.

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  44. UnknownFebruary 17, 2014 at 8:28 PM

    I love wearing headbands when I work out. I have some bondi bands that work well, bur I'd love to use something new and amazing!

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  45. UnknownAugust 1, 2014 at 2:15 AM

    nice bands

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