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Hallows Eve 5K Race Review & Recap

October 27, 2014 by Chrissy Carroll 3 Comments

Halloween Race Costume

Yesterday my hubby and I did the Hallows Eve 5K Race in Lowell.  As I mentioned previously, I love Halloween races because dressing up and seeing other people’s costumes is always so fun!!  I decided to go as Lori from the Walking Dead – I figured I could take advantage of the current baby bump…

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The Color Run 5K Review & Recap

October 12, 2014 by Chrissy Carroll 1 Comment

Color Run Gif 1

Keeping with my lucky streak of winning things, I happened to win an entry to the Color Run 5K through a giveaway on another blog.  I’ve done a few other color runs, but never “The Color Run” which I believe was the original branded version that started the trend – so I was excited to…

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Are you a runner? Check out Craftsbury Running Camps!

September 22, 2014 by Chrissy Carroll 2 Comments

Craftsbury Outdoor Center Sign

If you are a runner, I highly recommend checking out the running camps at Craftsbury Outdoor Center in Vermont. I’ve been lucky enough to get to speak twice this summer on sports nutrition at these camps, and have just been amazed at the experience they provide for their campers. Here are 6 reasons to check…

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How to Become a Better Runner

August 22, 2014 by Chrissy Carroll Leave a Comment

a woman running outside along a trail in the woods

At IDEA World’s BlogFest this past week, I was able to attend “Running Secrets to Success: Skills and Drills for Trainers, a session given by Jason Karp. He is the owner Run-Fit and also has a PhD in Exercise Physiology. The session started with an in depth review of the science behind running, including discussions…

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Your guide to running and triathlon lingo

July 14, 2014 by Chrissy Carroll Leave a Comment

Thinking about training for your first road race or triathlon? Get a peek at some of the common training and race day running and triathlon lingo that you might come across! Chip time vs gun time? Transitions? A breakdown of race distances? It’s all here!

Ever been confused by some of the exercise lingo used when runners or triathletes are chatting? Or perhaps you’re struggling to figure out what some of the terminology in running magazines mean?  If you’ve ever wondered what those strange words and phrases mean, check out this guide to running and triathlon lingo. Foot strike – This…

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Finish at the 50 5K Race Review and Recap

July 7, 2014 by Chrissy Carroll 3 Comments

Finish at the 50 5K Race

When I found out a few of my Couch Potato to 5K Runners were planning to take on the Finish at the 50 5K, I decided to join in on the fun. I’ve actually done the 10K version of this race several times before, but had never done the 5K. The 10K is a standard…

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22 of my favorite running slogans, quotes, and t-shirt sayings

June 7, 2014 by Chrissy Carroll 7 Comments

running shirt slogans

One of my Couch Potato to 5K groups recently asked me for suggestions for slogans or sayings to go on a running t-shirt. There were a few that I thought of off the top of my head, but when I started browsing for more I found a ton of awesome ideas. Here were some of…

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Foxboro Against Diabetes 5K Race Review & Recap

June 1, 2014 by Chrissy Carroll 3 Comments

foxboro against diabetes 5k

Today I ran the Foxboro Against Diabetes 5K with my husband.  Diabetes is a cause that’s near and dear to me, both professionally (as a dietitian) and personally.  From a personal standpoint, I am passionate about it since my cousin Ben (photo below!) suffers from Type 1 diabetes.  Imagine being a kid and having to…

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5 Reasons I’m Running the 5K Foam Fest + Race Giveaway!

May 29, 2014 by Chrissy Carroll 5 Comments

5k foam fest

Woohoo – I’m all signed up for the 5K Foam Fest.  I’ll be doing the New England event, taking place in Haverhill on June 21st.  But there are also tons of other locations throughout the U.S. – and you have a chance to win a free entry in our race giveaway! First, I thought I’d…

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Mansfield Boosters 5K Race Review & Recap

May 18, 2014 by Chrissy Carroll Leave a Comment

mansfield boosters 5k

Today I ran the Mansfield Boosters 5K, a run that’s designed to raise money to support athletic programs in our town.  I’ve been lucky enough to participate the last two years, because my dentist’s office (Dynamic Dental) sponsors the race and covers registration costs for all their patients!  I think it’s a great way for…

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