Thanks to everyone who is participating in the 5 by the 5th series… your enthusiasm is contagious, and I love hearing your stories and goals. There were some great photos and stories shared on the Mommy, Run Fast Facebook page! If you wrote a post outlining your January 5k or 5 miler, you are welcome to link it up below so we can read and support each other.
I’m using this series as motivation to work on my 5k time, but my first 5k fell right in the middle of marathon tapering, so I used it for some tempo miles last week. It was a windy day, and felt a lot harder than it should have. My January 5k time was 22:45. I’m hoping to break 20 minutes by June, which is 20 seconds under my current pr. I’ll probably have to sign up for a local 5k to really push myself to break that time.
This month’s prize is a pack from Harbinger Fitness: they generously sent me a yoga mat and balance ball to try, and agreed to send out two prize packs to you.
The balance trainer was new to me, but is a great tool for cross training and balance. It is especially helpful for developing core strength, and can be used for squats, one leg balance work, bridges, planks or mountain climbers. The possibilities are endless.
The yoga mat is great quality. It’s thick, soft, and rolls up with a wrap for easy transport. My daughter and I like to roll it out for some mommy and me yoga time. It’s also perfect for pilates, core work or stretching.
Harbinger has all sorts of strength training fitness products. You can find more about them and their products on their website.
In the theme of yoga, Earth Yoga offered a top or bottom to one winner as well. I reviewed their clothing a few months ago and loved the soft fabric, earth friendly material, and cute styles. I’m actually wearing an outfit from them in the photo above.
Do you practice yoga? Even a few minutes a week can help benefit your running.
Later this week, I’ll share a guest post with tips for incorporating yoga, the benefits of yoga, and the best poses for runners.
This month’s winners are:
Balance Trainer/Yoga mat—> April O.
Balance Trainer/Yoga mat—-> Keri R.
Earth Yoga top or bottom—-> Carrie (@CarrieSinCA)
Also, the winner of the $100 HHGregg gift card is——-> Jen G (@jengov)
Congrats, winners!! Email me with your address so it can be sent out.
If you’re linking up a post, check out a few other recaps and get to know some fellow 5 by the 5th participants!
Awesome job, Laura! And I know you’ll have no trouble breaking 20 mins. by June! Thanks for letting me link up!
katie @ fromicecreamtomarathon recently posted.."I can’t run in the cold!"
I’m using the series as a way to improve my 5k time too. Thanks for hosting and giving me yet another goal to strive for!
Angela @ Happy Fit Mama recently posted..5 By the 5th Virtual Race Recap
I’m using this to just get back into running again!!
Heather (Where’s the Beach) recently posted..Starting Over and 1st 5 by 5th
I loved kicking off the year with this run!
Kat recently posted..Are you ready for #goalgetter2013?!
Your mini-me has downward dog down pat! Too cute
beka @ rebecca roams recently posted..Introducing…. #goalgetter2013!!
I’m a fan of yoga, but I don’t do it nearly as much as I should. I’m also a fan of Harbinger. They’re great.
Tiff @ Love Sweat and Beers recently posted..A Cheesy Weekend
Yay that I won the yoga prize! Because I do love yoga. Although my favorite yoga teacher isn’t teaching my usual class anymore and so I’ve kind of lost my mojo for going.
Carrie@familyfitnessfood.com recently posted..5 by the 5th, 13 in 2013, HBBC, BBB
My goal is to break 20 min in a 5K this year too, guess that means I need to actually sign up for a few! Good luck
Jen recently posted..A Big Change: What Have I Just Done?
I was thinking the same thing… I know I won’t break it on my own, need a race to push myself!
Laura recently posted..#5bythe5th Link up and January winners
I LOVE this series Laura! Great job on your run! I know you will make your goal of a faster 5K!
Mindy @ Road Runner Girl recently posted..Goal Getter 2013!
It was a great run! Thanks for getting us all motivated and congrats to all of the winners!
Lisa @ RunWiki recently posted..Looking Back and Looking Forward… The Art of Transition
Yoga has been a great addition to my workout routine. Years ago, I didn’t like it at all. Now I look forward to my weekly class, and incorporate a few minutes of it on my own almost every day. I can’t imagine it not being a part of my life anymore!
Michelle @ Eat Move Balance recently posted..Friday’s Five
I’m still not very good at incorporating it, but I’m working on it!
Laura recently posted..#5bythe5th Link up and January winners
Thanks for the motivation Laura:) I have done hot yoga before, but I can’t seem to quiet my mind enough to do it without the heat. Great workout for runners for sure!
hikermom recently posted..5 By the 5th
Great motivation going on here!
Kierston recently posted..Little Things Monday #4: Finding Happiness in the Little Things!
Girl, you can TOTALLY shave off 2 min off your 5k time by June! I bet you do it waaaay before that! And then tell me about it while I sit here dreaming about running with my injured foot.
Rachel B @ Busy Mama Fitness recently posted..Body Image
Hope your foot is better soon… injuries are the worst!
Laura recently posted..#5bythe5th Link up and January winners
Thanks again for doing this series! It is great motivation to work on speed even when I start marathon training in a week!
Raquelita recently posted..New Year’s Resolution Run Virtual 5K
You’re welcome. Best wishes with marathon training!!
Laura recently posted..#5bythe5th Link up and January winners
I’ll be marathon training for most of the series, so I doubt my 5K times will look very impressive–but I certainly hope to improve on this month’s! Thanks for hosting the series!
Terzah recently posted..Avoiding the Treadmill
Motivation for moms is totally needed! Love it!
Congrats to the winners! I’m thankful for this series and look forward to using to track my progress! I’m just now starting to run and am glad to have something to keep me motivated!
Rebecca S. recently posted..Running? You mean walking right?
Perfect! I’m so glad it can help motivate you.
Laura recently posted..#5bythe5th Link up and January winners
Awesome job Laura! I’m using this series to help me get back into running and run a little faster. I love that picture of you and L doing downward dog. So cute! Congrats to all the winners!
Christine @ Love, Life, Surf recently posted..2013: Things that will stay the same
I’m using the series to keep me motivated to continue exercising & losing weight. I will also try to improve my time although this first one was pretty fast for me. Thanks for setting this up!
http://adrianandchristajones.blogspot.com/2013/01/first-on-first-race-recap.html
I absolutely adore the Yoga and me photo. Priceless!
Mandy recently posted..Vacation Smation
Congratulations to all the winners and aren’t we all who completed this ??
Elle recently posted..Another Winner From Tommie Copper… Long-Sleeved Compression Shirts
I have to say, L has some great flexibility at such a young age already. Very impressive.
This was great to get me out on New Years Day. I’m looking forward to pushing myself on some and just having fun on the others. I’m looking forward to your yoga for runners, I know I need it!
Anne recently posted..Slowing Down and Enjoying Life
I need it, too! I’m terrible at getting yoga in regularly, but it feels good when I do!
Laura recently posted..#5bythe5th Link up and January winners
Congratulations to the winners! Somehow the start of this month got away from me but I’ll do better next month.
Suzanne recently posted..We Are ALIVE!
No worries! Next month will be easier without the craziness of the holidays.
Laura recently posted..#5bythe5th Link up and January winners
Such a great challenge you have put together. I’ve been reading people’s reports all over the place. And I know you’ll be breaking that PR by June!
misszippy recently posted..The best laid plans
Congrats to the winners! I raced on time, but totally missed the deadline for the stats…learned something, though! ha.
This will be a great tool for keeping the speed sharp when I am NOT 5k training. Thanks for hostessing! Great prizes!! Lots of good “Races” happened this month!
Raina recently posted..A Build Up and a Virtual "race"
Had to comment on the downdog pic- so adorable!
I’m soooo jealous of your time. My fastest was 26 abd seconds. Which I’m super proud of. However since the colder weather I’ve slowed down. Idk why. But I’m trying not to focus so much on my time. It stressed me out the last time I did. Congrats winners!
Yes, it’s good not to over-focus on time. And I never used to be fast… I think running the longer distances really helped me chop time off my short distances, and then I added speed work which helped even more. So now I’m intent on seeing what my potential is… but I really admire those who can run for the sake of running and let go of the focus on pace!
Laura recently posted..#5bythe5th Link up and January winners
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Thanks for hosting. I am glad you told me about this.
Cassie recently posted..5 by the 5th: Virtual Race
LOVE the Mommy/daughter downward dog! Talk about quality time!
Nicki Anderson recently posted..Gray Expectations – Liberation or Panic? 8
Love the picture of you and your daughter doing yoga!
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