Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Giveaway: Chicago F^3 Lake Half Marathon

One of the best ways to stay motivated as a runner is having a race firmly planted on your calendar. This especially holds true over the winter months. As soon as I finished my last race, I realized my upcoming calendar was oddly empty of running events. For a variety of reasons, I've tried to avoid "filling the weekends", but it quickly became obvious that I needed a new goal to cling to. My running shoes (and waistline) were depending on it.

Thus, the F^3 Lake Half Marathon, presented by REM-Fit appeared on my radar.


The timing was just right, and it came well-recommended by a friend in Chicago. Now you might question my idea of "timing"... January 24 in Chicago? Mid-winter in the Windy City?  13.1 miles of snow and cold?  To me, that sounds like the perfect challenge to keep my booty moving thru the holidays and well into the New Year!  (If you're not up to 13.1 yet, there is also a 5K option.)

If you're not sold on the challenge, how about the perks!? Check out what's included in your entry...
  • Beanie Hat with pom
  • Tech Gloves (my personal favorite!)
  • Finisher's Medal with built-in bottle opener
  • Free Photo Downloads
  • Pre and Post-Party at the Union Club inside Soldier Field.
  • First Pint of Beer courtesy of Goose Island Brewing Co.
  • Hot Cocoa and other treats provided by sponsors
But most importantly, the bragging rights that come with running in the dead of winter along the shoreline of Lake Michigan. 
#Boom. 
Instant Bada$$ Runner.

I invite you to come "Run With Jess" on January 24th along the Chicago Lakeshore.  Enter below for a chance to WIN a free race entry + a bonus gift (the new REM-Fit Active, a sleep and activity tracker).  Or register now -HERE- utilizing discount code CAEB15 for $10 off your entry.


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25 comments:

  1. Hope it's me! Great girls' weekend!

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  2. Love winter running. I love to run before the sun comes up. no extra motivation needed.

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  3. This sounds AWESOME! I would LOVE to win! I have family in Chicago and would love to go stay with them!

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  4. So so awesome I would love to win, thought about running this one!! The nest part is I would get to see you and run with you!! :))

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  5. I hate ice cold and snow so I hit the gym a lot. Sarah Blissett

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  6. I like to read blogs during my down time and make collages of motivational quotes and pictures.

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  7. i stay motivated with an early spring 1/2 marathon scheduled! :)

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  8. Looks like fun. Never been to Chicago yet I have family there and both my husband and mom are from there :) Really need to make the trip and Jan 24th is my BIRTHDAY!

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  9. This looks like it can be a great Girls Trip, Challenge and a early birthday trip to myself.

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  10. I stay motivated by joining a running club (that I pay for!) that meets every weekend. And, putting races on my calendar helps, too!

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  11. I stay motivated by signing up for races...and currently don't have one until March! January 24th is my 47th birthday, I'm trying to run in all 50 states before I turn 50 and I've not yet run in Illinois...AND...I'm off work that weekend. Just sayin' :)

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  12. I prefer running in the cold to the heat so it doesn't take any extra persuading to get me out there!

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  13. I stay motivated by signing up for a spring race. This upcoming spring I am planning to run my first full marathon at the Illinois Marathon in Champaign IL in April. <3

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  14. I lead the Thursday night run group for my run club. Knowing I have to be there keeps me motivated! Also signing up for races. lol

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  15. I spin mostly, walk outside, sled.

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  16. A Chicago race is and will always be on my bucket list no matter what time of year! This would be a great race. I also stay motivated by having races on the calendar.

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  17. I do speedwork on the treadmill.

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  18. I stay motivated by picking an early year race and starting a training schedule for it.

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  19. I would love to win ! Excited to run this race :) my first winter race in chicago !! 😍😍😍

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  20. When it gets too cold to run outside, I run on the treadmill.

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  21. Would really love to win this. Asked for entry fee for Christmas but the family just couldn't afford. Hopefully I'll get some Christmas luck!

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  22. Seriously, this is the millionth time I've tried to comment!! ANYWAY!! I've never run a race in Chicago, this would be great! To keep motivated THIS winter I'll be focusing on Boston & how much stronger I'll be by getting out there & getting the runs done!!

    (Now keeping my fingers crossed that it actually posts this time!!)

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  23. Too bad I missed this giveaway. A race in Chicago is on my bucket list. Congrats to the winner!

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