I woke up at the end of my run.

Usually I wake up after the first mile of my run but today I don’t think I really woke up until I opened the front door after I was finished.  I remember it was hot (which required drinking this large glass of water in 12 seconds) and I really liked the Kinvarra 4s that Saucony sent me (Billy got a pair too and he is obsessed with them) but other than that it was a blur.  A good blur.  Actually now that I think about it I do remember a squirrel that scared me really bad… I think he was trying to attack me.  

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(My fingernail polish is always chipped.  I have just come to accept it.)

I was definitely awake during the foam rolling, stretching and 8 minute abs afterwards.  

Before we move on about anything.  Guess who I will be partying with on Friday?!?!

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(My niece, Curly, when she was just a little baby)

Billy has finals.  I guess I am distracting and he would rather hang out with me and Brooker than study sooooo that means I go to Utah so he can focus completely on school.  I am going to be staying with my sister which Brooke is going to love.  She will have other kids to play with 24/7…. it is going to be a good time.  

I am sure we will practice our weird human tricks.

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And for the second part of finals I am going to go down to Arizona to stay with my brother and his wife.  They have two kids so once again Brooke will be in heaven.

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This is the first time I will be flying with Brooke on buddy passes, cross your fingers we make all 20 planes that we will have to take.   

I forgot to show you yesterday that we put Brooke’s crib together (okay, Billy put the crib together but I put the lamp together).  She has been sleeping in a mini crib for a while so she graduated up to a big one and slept in until 9 a.m. this morning.  I think she likes it.  

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And a picture of Brooke attacking her stuffed Simba yesterday while sitting in her favorite position (she sits like that for a good chunk of the day).

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I had goosebumps the entire time I read the article After Boston: Run the Recovery.  It is written by an Olympic marathon trials qualifier and it is absolutely incredible.   ‘Why running matters NOW more than ever.’

My favorite part from the article:

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Morning runners:  how long does it take you from the time you wake up to get outside and run?

-I woke up late this morning so I was literally out the door 4 minutes after I woke up.

 Are you a morning runner or an evening runner?  What are the pros and cons about the time that you run?

What color(s) are your current running shoes?

Anyone in school reading?  Are finals coming up for you?

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Sounds like you’re going to have an awesome trip! I’m sure everything with the flights will work out. :)

I’m definitely a morning person, and so I’m a morning runner. I love having it done before the day gets started, and I love being out and about when the world is just starting to wake up. Normally I’m out the door about 10-15 minutes after I wake up. The only downside is that when I have to schedule my long run for the weekend, I have to get up super early to fit it in before school.

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It usually takes me 45 minutes to fully wake up in the morning before a run. I have some espresso and a snack first thing so that usually gives me the charge I need to get out the door, and the fresh air always makes me feel awake!

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I try to go as fast as I can out of the bed and into the workout in the AM. If I think too much about it it might not happen.
Love brooke. She needs to move to the east coast!

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I’ve got another year until I’m done with finals for awhile at least. It’s such a pain in the neck! I get easily distracted by people…and froyo. It’s a legitimate problem. Super excited for you to go spend time with your family! You’re going to have the best time and Brooke is about to be the next world (U.S) traveler!

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I have some beautiful blue Pure Connects that I am OBSESSED with! :)

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I’m definitely a morning runner… I’m usually awake after the first mile or so.
Current running shoes- purple, bright green and bright blue- all Brooks from their Pure Line.

p.s. LOVE the way Brooke sits. She’s going to be a yogi!

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I love love love kinvaras! I stocked up on the 3s this weekend since they’re on sale :)

It usually takes me a good 25 minutes or do to wake up!

Have so much fun in Utah!

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You have so much fun ahead of you!! Good luck to Billy and have an amazing time with your family!

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I usually wake up and drink water or coffee and then hit the road. Today my hubby and I went to Planet Fitness about 30 mins from the time we woke up… aka driving time. lol
I prefer am running because I feel refreshed after a good sleep but sometimes I run in the evenings after work in order to get the miles in :-)
Tonight I am running after work. I wanted to get a long run in yesterday but I am a wimp and can not run in the rain yet.
My new favorite running shoes are the purple Brooks. I LOVE them!

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I’m not a morning exerciser. I’m hoping that the warmer morning temps will motivate me to get up and out the door in the morning. It’s so exciting that you get to visit your family!

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I am a morning running. During warmer months, when I don’t have to out on 600 layers, I am out the door within 10 minutes. During the winter it takes me about 15 minutes to get all the layers situated. I am a lot more motivated to run in the morning. I am ridiculously lazy at night after work. It is a lot easier now that I can see at least a tiny bit of light in the sky when I head out. It takes a lot more motivation to get going when it is still dark.

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I am a mid-morning runner. I have a hard time getting up before 6:00 and then I am busy getting everyone ready for school. Wish I could get up at 5 and get it in early! My current shoes are bright green Mizunos. I think they call it opal. I can definitely be swayed by cute colors!

Hope you have a wonderful trip! Good luck with the flights. You are very brave!!! Brooke is so cute!!

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I’m a morning runner! I wake up pretty quickly usually, so I’m awake before I even head out the door. I love going through the day knowing my run is done for the day and not have to stress about when I’ll fit it in.
Current shoes: white and purple. boring. I want bright colored ones! I think I’ll get some new ones in the next month or so!
I have 1 final. I don’t know why I decided taking a few more classes would be smart after graduating haha I’m definitely excited to be done! again!

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I am in school–undergrad at UC Berkeley. Finals are coming up :(

I try not to think about them though. Hmm…should I start a my 20 page paper or go for a run….

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I’m about to give finals to my students. hehe. This week os crazy for me but next week will not be too bad since I get to sit back and relax as they stress out. High 5 to Brooke for sleeping until 9. Wow.

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You are going to be in Utah?? Will you come hang out with me and my kids??
I have new shoes being delivered to me TODAY! They are white and pink. Can’t wait!

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I used to run first thing in the morning almost daily. Now for some reason I run after work. Like the second I come into the door I get ready to run then come back and make dinner for the family. My shoes are grey with bright green in them and love those colors.

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LOL her sitting position! I love it :)

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I am on the treadmill within 5 minutes of waking up. I lay everything out the night before so I have to is brush my teeth and walk down 2 flights of stairs to the basement!!

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Last week of grad school happening now. My husband moved for a new job in February which I will admit has helped me focus on school, but I will be so happy to move with him on Friday!!

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I used to be a morning runner but I love sleeping through my alarms- so I have transitioned to an evening runner! I love getting longs runs done in the mornings on weekends though.

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YAY for a fun trip to see family!! Those are always the best :) I’m uber glad I’m not in school anymore..it was fun when it lasted though!

Brooke’s sitting position is hilare.

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I kinda hate timing runs :/ I just can’t run on an empty stomach and get wicked cramps if I don’t wait a half hour at least, so I’m usually not out the door until later, which gets to be a bigger bummer in the summer! Good news? I’m up and aware before I’m even out the door!

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What part of Arizona?? I live in Phoenix and we have some amazing hikes and running trails right in the city if it won’t be too hot yet. Also, I can give you lots of restaurant suggestions!

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I’m definitely a morning runner- it takes about a mile for me to warm up! My shoes are all pink :) I’m jealous of you visiting your sister!

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Definitely a morning exerciser, but it takes me at least 30 minutes to get out the door. I have to have coffee first! I have my LAST round of law school finals EVER this week. I’m just a liiiittle excited!

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The morning works better for me because I can get it out of the way and get ready for the day! It takes me like 20 minutes to get out the door though!

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When I run in the am, I don’t like to take more than 20 minutes from the time I get to out the door (or I will never go).

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Awwr that’s so awesome that you’re going to be able to visit your sister and brother soon! Brooke has always been awesome on all her flights, right? I’m sure she’ll be fine :) She’s already a seasoned traveller, and she’s not even 1 year old yet! Lucky little girl.

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I am not a morning person so I need an hour after I wake up and a very big cup of coffee. Plus, I am a very regular person who goes potty every morning and can’t go anywhere until that happens, luckily for me that happens as soon as I drink coffee. I know, I know TMI. Brookers is a cutie pie1!! Have fun with your family, I sure do miss mine!

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you should set up a run if you’re in Phoenix! I’d love to run with you and Brooke!

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It normally takes me about a 20-30 minutes to get ready to run, longer if I’m trying to convince the dog that he actually needs to wake up.

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Aw love how Brooke is giving simba a kiss :-) the lion king was on tv last night and Noah was terrified of scar and the hyenas. I guess we will stick to Sesame Street and daniel tigers neighborhood… I don’t blame him I hate scary movies too!

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This is why I miss it so much. Running did so much for me, it gave me more than I gave it.

Currently in Merrells.. trying to figure out what to do with my back.

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You should probably start up Brooke’s baby yoga company ASAP.

Have fun in Utah/Arizona! It is “visit family time” for me too, except I’ll be flying up to NY. :) Good luck to Billy, I just finished up my spring semester of my doctoral program and it feels sooo good to relax for a bit!

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I thought your wore/loved Brooks?

Morning runner 100%

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I cannot run early morning! I forgot about the human tricks, loved that post

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My current running shoes are bright blue and I adore them. They’re Sauconys too. I also have a pair of purple Nikes which I like too!!

I usually allow half an hour to get up and out in the morning.

Bet you can’t wait to go home!

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I am almost a 100% morning runner and set my alarm for a good 30 minutes before I like to be running. Gives me a chance to wake up, go to the bathroom and get at least 5 good gulps of coffee down before I head out! Right now I set my alarm for 5:30 which gives me 30 minutes before the sun starts to rise, this girl is afraid to run in the dark! Those paragraphs were so moving, wow.

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Being a student, I can be a morning runner or an evening runner. But it also means that if I get to the gym earlier, then I will have my pick of the treadmills (since most students like to sleep in).
Yes, finals and final papers and final projects. It’s all culminating into a big ball of stress. That’s why I have to get in a run or a sweat session so I don’t implode.

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Definite morning person for both running and training. I have the most energy in the morning and once my music is pumping in my ears and the fresh air hits my face, i’m awake and ready to go hard (or not so hard if its an easier day lol)

Have an amazing time visiting your fam and best of luck to Bill(y)on his exams.

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I run in the evening. I only run in the AM for races or if I have a long run on the weekend with a group. Otherwise, I prefer night runs. I absolutely HATE mornings, and I already have to wake up at 5:30 as it is, so… Night running it is! (I actually blogged about safety tips for night runners recently here: http://www.onerunningmama.com/2013/04/safety-tips-for-night-runner.html)

Current shoes are Mizuno Wave Prophecy 2s and I LOVE them! They’re black with pink and lime accents. SUPER cute.

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Don’t be surprised if you hear me singing the lame ‘Friday’ song when we go to lunch because I am THAT excited to see you! How fun you get to go to Arizona too! Hopefully it won’t be super hot. It was 100 last weekend, my brother said.

Morning runner. Nothing worse than burping up dinner when I am on my run. Okay. There are worse things, but I still don’t like it. And I am usually asleep for my 1st mile since I get up early to run as well. My current running shoes are white, navy and maroon. I love all the funky new running shoes out there right now. But this pair I have now I won (any pair of Mizuno’s) and the kind that were best for me didn’t come in awesome neon colors. I figured I should go with what was better for my body than what looked cool. But it was a tough decision ;) I need new shoes now though so maybe I will get some cool ones.

Love Brooke’s bed head in the crib picture. Can’t wait to see her finished room!

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Good luck with your travels…and I am diggin your new kicks!

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I am a morning runner and it usually takes me about 15-30 minutes between waking up and getting outside. I usually truly wake up after a mile. Pros about running in the morning is that I’m done for the day early, it sets me up for a day of positivity, and the temperatures are usually cooler. Cons about running in the morning are that sometimes I’m really sleepy and it’s super easy to just sleep in and skip, I’m usually semi-dehydrated (despite drinking water before going out), and I’m sometimes really hungry. Current running shoes are teal and neon green.

I’m a grad student and I just finished my first final and have a presentation tomorrow and then I’m done with my first year of grad school :D Then it’s time to play with turtles and dolphins and teach kids about nature :D

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I’m a morning runner and sometimes I wake up as soon as I go outside and sometimes I don’t wake up until after I’m home and finally get my coffee! I think you’re right, Brooke seems to really love her new crib! :)

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My current runners are blue and neon green! At sure I wasn’t sure about them, but they’ve grown on me.

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I am definitely a morning runner, although my w/e runs sometimes get pushed to naptime. During the week, I get up, answer work emails, get girls dressed, fed, and dropped off & then immediatedly run before starting work day. I would prefer to swim in a.m. too but have to settle for lunch time laps.

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I use to be a morning runner and I’d set my alarm for 10 minutes before I need to be out the door. I prefer running and working out in general early in the mornings but recently I’ve become an 11 AM runner and I think about lunch the entire time.

Current road shoes are Brooks Trance- black and hot pink. Trail shoes are Asics GT 2000- black, hot pink, neon green.

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It is starting to click that finals are coming :( May 15th.
My current shoes are white and purple–the white wasnt such a good idea..oops :/

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Man I wish we lived closer so I could see that adorable baby of yours in person. She really is a ray of sunshine. I volunteer in the nursery at our church to get my baby fix (my kids are older), so I know a thing or two about cute babies, and Brooke really takes the cake!

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Good gosh that picture of Brooke in her crib is adorable. What it must be like to wake up in the mornings to that precious smile of hers!!

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It takes me from 15-30 min. I run at night and in the morning- either works for me! My running shoes are gray and red, and orange. Looking at getting a new pair!

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That is the cutest little dress I have ever seen. Brooke looks so cute in it! That water looks so cold and delicious!

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Such a wonderful article to link to, I love that. Clicking over to read more.

And Brooke is the cutest! That’s so great that she loves her crib!

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I LOVE your shoes!! So bright and fun! Also, that picture of Brooke in the crib reminds me of the onesie “Party at my crib.” Seriously. Too cute. So fun that you get to visit family! That’s the best :) Now that it’s already getting warmer, I’m defiintely working out in the mornings!

xo

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I am a morning runner. Pros to running in the am: get your run over with early on, already accomplished something. Cons: have to wake up early, usually when it is still dark out. It takes me 5-10 mins to get out the door. My shoes are black w/ neon green and bright hot pink (asics). Love them!!

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I really love to run at mid morning, right before lunch time — it works best for me!
Hope you have a great trip home!

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I prefer running in the morning, but I’ve been out of whack the last few weeks and doing it either during lunch at work or in the evening. I like getting it done before I even start the rest of my day – it makes me feel so accomplished and like I don’t “have” to do anything when I get home (workout wise).

My road shoes are black and teal (PureFlows) and my trail shoes are red, yellow and black (PureGrit2 – men’s..I liked the colors better, ha).

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Haha! My 7 month old does the same exact thing with her stuffed animals! She just eats their faces, haha. Too cute!

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I can’t wait to see pictures of Curly and the others

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Have fun at home!! Nothing beats family time!

No matter how hot or cold I always come home and chug a glass of water. And I’m out the door within 5 minutes, just as soon I stop at the bathroom and get dressed.

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Yay for the new crib, sleeping in until 9 (Brooke) and going to see family!! Great article btw, thanks for sharing.

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I am a morning runner and most days I am out the door within 10 (or less) mins of wakeup but love getting my run in before work. If it is a long run I try to have a good 20-25 mins before I go. I just got some new purple & black Brooks Ravenna with neon laces.

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Yay for visits with family! We’re having a huge family reunion to surprise Nana for her 90th!

My running shoes are pink, green, and black (Vibram Spyridons, baby!)

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I’m loving Brooke’s morning hair!

It takes me about 15 minutes to get out the door to run first thing in the morning, and I much prefer morning runs to afternoon. My current running shoes are gray Asics and I love them!

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I like to get my workout in early, but I run better in the afternoon and evening. So, it’s a toss up.

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I’m like you, I generally wake up within the first mile or two, but sometimes I have sleepy days. I hope you have a fantabulous time visiting your family! It sounds like you have some fun times in your near future. Travel safely!

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If I plan to run in the morning, then it doesn’t take long because my brain is in run mode!!

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Morning runners: how long does it take you from the time you wake up to get outside and run?
– About an hour. I usually eat breakfast, put on my gear, digest for a minute, then run.

Are you a morning runner or an evening runner? What are the pros and cons about the time that you run?
– I do both. On the weekends, I’m up early for runs. During the week since I work early, I have to wait to run until 5 or so. Pros to morning running: Get it done and you have the rest of your day to do whatever you desire and less traffic. Cons: Having to actually get up in the morning. Pros to running in the evening: Get to relieve all the stress from your work day. Cons: Having to motivate yourself to run after a tough work day.

What color(s) are your current running shoes?
– My Brook’s are Blue-Green and Yellow. My Mizunos are yellow, white, and purple.

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It takes me a good solid 20 minutes to wake up, and for my legs to feel alive.
I’ve done two session of 8 minute abs and HOLY COW! You weren’t joking. I was sore for like 2 days and did my second session today. Ah! Good pain :)
I’m still running in my Brooks Ravenna 4’s where are like yours, purple with neon yellow shoe laces! They’ve got 54 miles on them and feel so wonderful now, I love them!

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Ha! We wore that same dress today, except the grey striped top, yellow bottom, pink bow. Ok nothing like it!

Love those kicks!

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While I am definitely not a morning person, I do prefer to run in the mornings. It typically takes me about 20 minutes to get out the door as I make sure I clear my system before heading out. I like running in the morning for a few reasons. First, it gets hot here most of the year and its coolest then. But also since I’m not a morning person, running lets me wake up on my own terms and have some peace and quiet before I start my day. It also gives me a sense of accomplishment. Plus when I get home I’m exhausted so its best I get my workputs done in the morning.

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Oh and my shoes are purple :)

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Omg Brooke is so adorable in the crib….have fun with your family!!!! I’m a morning person….especially for a run usually takes me a few miles to warm up though

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Clearly in the minority here, I am NOT a morning person. If I tried to run in the morning I’d probably hurt myself. I run after work, which is teaching for me so it’s a great way to process the day. That piece about running was spot on. Loved it! I am also a student right now too, in fact I’m currently cramming for my comprehensive exams to finish my Master’s Degree in Education. Then I will be done with school for ever. Well, except as a teacher. I’m going to celebrate with a new pair of orange and red Mizuno Wave Inspires when I finish the tests. Have a great trip. Hanging with my sister is my FAVORITE thing to do. Sisters are the best.

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My running shoes are…every color? I’ve been wanting obnoxious shoes forever, and I finally got a pair of Asics that are bright yellow, pink, purple, and blue. I’m probably forgetting a color, but you get the point. I enjoy them.

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I was up early to swim this morning and actually I feel like its sent me off to a great start! :) HOWEVER with running I find that if its early the first few miles are like im the living dead haha

I tend to run in the evening- Pros: You get to work off your day, dont have to get up early and are usually well fuelled. Cons: Have to carry stuff about all day, if your day was tough it can be really hard to motivate, lunch might have been a long time ago so you might not be fuelled right, eats into your hometime with your S.O.

My running shoes are electric blue, yellow and pink- they are BRIGHT: http://dsp.imageg.net/graphics/product_images/pDSP1-14374161p275w.jpg

Im a PhD in Scotland and we have the annual review v v soon and conferences coming up soooooooooon but no exams :)

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I wish I could be an early morning runner. I get up at 5:30 as it is, I can’t imagine getting up earlier and running! I run as soon as I get home and stretch, around 6:00. Not my ideal time, but it works :)

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I usually run on my lunch break or in the evening, but lately I have been getting up early to do strength training. It’s HARD to drag myself out of that bed! I get up and make some coffee first so it probably takes me 20 minutes before I get started. If my schedule would allow it I think I would like to run in the morning because it completely changes my mood and makes my entire day better.

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Now that I work from home and have a flexible schedule, I run whenever. I think, if I had to chose, though, I’m much better at running in the evening than the morning. I really hate waking up for Saturday morning long runs!

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I run whenever I get the free time! My son is 10.5 months old so sometimes, if he wakes up extra early, I am unable to run before work and I do it after he goes to bed. If I’m really on top of things I plan ahead and run during lunch at work. That is actually my favorite time to run because it’s a good way to clear my head and get some uninterrupted time on the pavement. I guess flexibility is key when you have little ones :)

I don’t mean to be one of “those” people who give you advice – but is Brook’s mattress all the way down? It looks like she would be able to get her little armpits over the side of the crib which means she might try and climb out! Sorry for being annoying – really! I just know from watching the monitor that those little monkeys can do pretty much anything when they put their mind to it!

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It can vary how fast I get out the door to run.. Most of the time I need a good 30 mins from actually getting out of bed to walking out my door. Sometimes I need more than that if my bed is extra comfy that day :)

As always, the pictures of Brooke are adorable.

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I am a mid-day runner. I love it because I’m ready to go at that time. I run on my lunch break, however this limits me to how far I can go since I only have an hour break. My running shoes are purple, white, silver and neon yellow.

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I’m not a morning runner- I’m grumpy and it takes me FOREVER to get out of the door! However, when I come back home feeling great and have the rest of the day to enjoy, I know I did the right thing. The only runs I can do in the morning are easy runs and longish run- can’t do anything speedy because I don’t have the energy. I run much faster in the evening!

My running shoes are the ASICS GEL-Kayano 19 and they’re turquoise!

PS: today I noticed something about Brooke- I’ve never seen her with a pacifier! Is she that good? I think so- she always looks like the happiest kid on earth!

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Definitely a morning runner, except on Tuesdays when I run with a group! It takes me anywhere from 5 min to 15 to get out of the house..depends on if I get waylaid by a cat demanding some attention.

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I am a morning runner and out the door within five minutes of waking up.. if I take any longer than that I would change my mind! ;)

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Love that article. Beautiful!

I miss being a morning runner but I get up at 5 for work now so I’d be getting up at 4am at the latest to run. Just not happening (because I am afraid of running in the dark!) so during the week I run when I get home around 5pm. I don’t love it, but it’s kinda my only option. On the weekends I join my group at 7am and it’s about 20-25 mins away so I’m up around 6 and out the door by 6:25-6:30. I need enough time for a small pre-run breakfast and coffee. I always have everything laid out the night before so getting dressed only takes 2 seconds.

My current running shoes are pink and black – they are Altra Intuitions. I plan on getting a pair of PureFlows to alternate with them and will probably get the yellow/black combo instead of the pink.

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Are you a morning runner or an evening runner? What are the pros and cons about the time that you run?
I’m a morning runner for sure! If it doesn’t get done in the AM, it may not get done. :-p

What color(s) are your current running shoes? Blue and yellow!

Anyone in school reading? Are finals coming up for you? I’m in my LAST class/semester of grad school… the semester ends in July though, so it’s too soon for finals! I do have a comprehensive exam coming up on Saturday, so I understand – quiet time for studying is such a must! Best wishes to Billy and have a great time on your trips!

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Aw, I love the pic of Brooke, too funny! Looks like you have lots of fun family time coming up, enjoy it!!

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I am definitely a morning runner. I worry a lot that if I put it off til the afternoon something will get in the way. That being said, I’m not opposed to running in the afternoon if that’s what fits best into my schedule, like today.

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I always used to be an evening runner until I noticed how often I would find reasons to skip a run. I made myself into a primarily early morning runner. It feels so much better to go through the day knowing I already ran! However, I’m also flexible and will switch to an evening or afternoon run as needed.

My current running shoes are bright pink Brooks Pure Cadence!

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So excited to see pictures of your nieces and nephews back on the blog! I’m a morning runner but since I’ve moved home for the summer I’ve been running in the afternoon…I’m not a fan! I like the morning because it wakes me up! Now I am just a lazy girl until I hit the streets ;) Also those running shoes are awesome. I wish mine were neon. They’re white, purple, and blue. Go Brooks!

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My nails are always chipped too! Never fails. The gel polish was a god send. Doesnt chip no matter what i do! <3

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