You know those runs where everything clicks? When the weather is gorgeous, your legs feel fresh, and you can’t believe how easy your pace feels?
I think those happen to me about once a month. And last night was one of them. Finally!
For the remaining weeks of marathon training, I have a double digit mid-week run, and last night’s coupled as my tempo run as well. Between the warm up and cool down mile, I ran 10 miles at 8:05 minute pace. I needed that confidence booster, as that is my if-everything-lines-up-perfectly-on-race-day-fingers-crossed marathon pace goal.
I know the cooler weather helped. The heat wave broke the day after Sunday’s half marathon, of course.
And you know what else helps? New clothes!
I was sent an adorable top and bottom from pvBody. I am new to their company, but it’s a great concept. For a monthly subscription, they will send you a top and bottom each month based on what you tell them about yourself (type of workouts, colors and styles you prefer, etc.)
Both of my pieces are made of a soft, stretchy material. They are very snug fitting, so if you like a little more give in your clothing, I would recommend going one size up.
Personally, it’s taken me years to learn that I run better in tight running clothes. There is less chance of chafing, no fabric flapping around, fewer distractions, and I feel lighter on my feet.
PvBody carries many of the top fitness brands, including Lululemon, Nike, Lorna Jane, Adidas, American Apparel etc. with sizes ranging XS-L. Options include tanks, tees, sports bras, shorts, capris and pants. You can check out their website for an idea of other possible style combinations.
Here’s a little more info:
Easy peasy lemon squeezy: pvBody is easy. Take the quiz, sign up and boom, an awesome package arrives at your door each month with a hand picked outfit for you!
Every outfit is styled just for you by a pvBody expert. Each month you receive an outfit worth $150, but you pay just $49.95. You’re getting great, quality pieces for a fraction of the retail cost thanks to the relationships pvBody has built.
pvBody is not just another clothing company, but a lifestyle brand. Their blog is a great place to check out tips and tricks for healthy, delicious meals and at home workouts.
This is post post is sponsored by pv.body. The opinions and text are all mine.
Edited to add: PvBody has now changed hands and is known as Ellie. I can no longer recommend the company from personal experience as I’ve heard many things have changed.
When’s the last time you had a perfect run? Do you order workout clothing online?
Great run! I just got 12 in on Wed (12-12-12 inspired me) and it felt fantastic! I am starting to dig this mid-length, mid-week run.
I definitely think it will help for the marathon, if nothing else, it’s giving me a mental boost of confidence. Nice job on yours!
Laura recently posted..A glorious 12 miler in new gear
Yay! Good runs are so empowering & uplifting.
Happy Friday!
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Um, nice job! I can’t imagine holding that pace for 12 miles. I like it when it gets cool enough to wear my capris vs shorts. Definitely no chaffing worries, but I’ve found that unless it’s cold, tight tops sort of make me feel claustrophobic. I don’t do really baggy, but not tight either. Somewhere in the middle.
Heather (Where’s the Beach) recently posted..No News on Way to Go Wednesday
It’s been awhile since that pace felt good. Hard, but good… the cooler temps really helped. How funny about you and tights! Good thing you can get away with capris year round where you are.
Laura recently posted..A glorious 12 miler in new gear
I was just looking at PVBody last week, I love ordering workout clothes online, so easy! Great job on the run
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love the feeling of a good run! that company sounds really interesting!!
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You’re going to crush that marathon, your pace is incredible, just slowly creep up those miles and BAM, you got this! Have a wonderful weekend.
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I hope so, Lisa- thanks for the encouragement. Enjoy your weekend, too!
Laura recently posted..A glorious 12 miler in new gear
That’s so awesome, Laura!! I love those workouts. And you’re right, such a huge morale boost to your training!! I’ve never heard of pvbody so I will definitely check them out.
I wish I had more of them… the humidity we have most of the year sucks the life out of me!
Laura recently posted..A glorious 12 miler in new gear
Boom! Awesome run. You are going to have such a great marathon, I just know it.
Love the cute PV clothing you’re wearing. I love their concept, too.
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Thanks, Amanda… I’m starting to believe it…
Laura recently posted..A glorious 12 miler in new gear
for me weather sometimes makes all the difference- glad you had a perfect run
I cannot order online, I HAVE to try something on first to make sure it fits (being tall some things are hoochie mamaish or look like i’m a little kid if the tops too short)
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That makes sense! I was really surprised that these fit as well as they did.
Yay for a great run! I did 5 this morning–and it felt wonderful. I am actually giving PVBody a try, too! I haven’t received my first shipment yet, but I’m excited to see what they send!
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It’s a fun surprise, getting that package. Curious to see what you get, too!
Laura recently posted..A glorious 12 miler in new gear
Awesome run! I too love buying new clothes (workout or everyday), it definitely change your mood and motivate you to workout, well at least for me that works.
What a great concept, I’m off to check out this site! I like the fit and color too!
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Isn’t it funny how something so small can make such a difference in our motivation?!
Laura recently posted..A glorious 12 miler in new gear
First of all how the heck are you so fast?! Rub off on ME!
looks like such a great concept with pv body!
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Ha! It’s rare that a pace like that feels so good. And I started out as a 9 minute mile runner, just gradually inched faster and faster. I bet you’ll surprise yourself in the next year or two!
Laura recently posted..A glorious 12 miler in new gear
Great outfit! I love the blue on you! Can I ask who the two pieces are by?
‘Easy peasy lemon squeezy’; we say that in my house too (and I said it in a post this week as well! weird!)
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I am always drawn to blues, I have to force myself to branch out and buy other colors.
The pants were American Apparel, and the top from from NUX.
Laura recently posted..A glorious 12 miler in new gear
I’m so glad you had one of *those* runs! And since you say you have one a month, I’m hoping the Houston Marathon will be January’s. :^)
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Seriously. Fingers crossed for that!
Laura recently posted..A glorious 12 miler in new gear
Love runs like that! Nothing like a shot of confidence to make you feel like you are doing the right thing.
Super cute clothes! Love the blue on you too! PV Body has a great thing going!
Angela @ Happy Fit Mama recently posted..5 Yoga Poses For Holiday Stress
I started having one of those runs the other night and so badly wanted to stay on the treadmill and run longer but i had SOO much to accomplish since the kids were in bed that i had to get off. But it was great while it lasted!
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Great run and cute outfit! I did a sponsored post for pvBody about a month ago and they said they’d mail me an outfit (I’m still waiting for it), and I’d totally sign up (because how cool is it to be able to perfectly budget for a new out fit too?) but unfortunately they don’t offer their service up here to Canadians
(Which may be part of the reason my outfit hasn’t arrived yet).
Glad you had a great run. And you are lookin’ good in that outfit, girl! The blue is very pretty. I totally need some new workout clothes for inspiration.
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I really do love that feeling when a run just clicks. Granted, I don’t typically run farther than 6 miles, but still.
I may have to check this company out. Heaven knows I could use some new gear.
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I love your outfit and your awesome run! I ran Wed mid day to get my workout in. The weather was gorgeous and I could just keep running for hours
See you soon!
The perfect run! I love hearing about a good run, and I’m so glad you had a great one.
Kate recently posted..Mindy the Fit Nut
SO glad you had an awesome run:) I need one of those!
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I’m probably too cheap to consider PVbody, but it’s really too bad they don’t do XL. Even at my smallest (5/6 pants), I would have wanted an XL shirt for working out. Your new outfit looks great on you, though!
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My perfect run was a 12 miler before my first half. I felt so confident and everything just went right.
I got my first PVbody package a couple weeks ago. I got American Apparel leggings and a cool top that was a new brand I haven’t hear of. Cool company!
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Holy cow! Great run Laura! You are going to do great. I’m so happy to hear that marathon training is going well. Love your pvBody outfit! As others have said, that blue looks great on you. I recently received my package from them and love it.
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I’ve been wanting to try PV body. Looks cute and sounds comfy!
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Well done, Laura!! I guess you have recovered from the half marathon well!! Nice MP run
You are going to smash your goal.
Very nice outfit! It is hard at first to get used to tighter clothing, but they really do work better for running. Love it on you.
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Great job on the run Laura! I love your new clothes too
That’s a cool concept!
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new gear and a toddler begging to be held!
looks like the gear doubles for running and wrangling little ones
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Great run Laura!! I love having a good run! PVbody sounds like an awesome deal, I’m going to talk to my husband about it. You look great in the new clothes
How long did it take from the day you signed up until you received your gear? I went to go and sign up the other day, but then I heard some people had been charged and still hadn’t received their order yet.
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Love the feeling of a perfect run! That feeling is one of the reasons I run
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Awesome! Love those confidence-building runs!
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I finally signed up for this after hearing so many good things about them! I can’t wait to get my first outfit!!
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