evolve – love in action

 

You saw on one of our 3v3’s from a few weeks ago that I put a pair of workout pants as one of my new favorite things/ current obsessions. I had the pleasure of meeting the founder and owner of the company a few weeks ago, where he told me all about his new company and the causes they support. I loved him, his vision, his passion- and now that I’ve had the chance to try out the clothing, I love them as well!

Here is a little bit about them:

evolve partners with non-profit organizations committed to social justice and the quest to end poverty. Each item purchased includes a social giveback, from two days of school for a girl escaping the sex trade in Bangkok to a personal hygiene kit for a homeless youth in San Diego.

I have now worn them for a few runs and a few ‘running errands days’. I love them- and I am picky about my workout gear. They not only fit great, breathe well, and make my butt look perkier than reality- but for every item purchased, they give back to the community!

I will be adding several more pieces from their collection to my closet, soon!

xox

aj

one foot in front of the other

If you have never run, have always run, or just like to cheer someone along who is chasing a finish line – welcome to our “energy” section of juniper lemons. Here we will discuss all things fitness, health and running! I’m a lover of quiet morning runs, dark late night runs, getting lost on a trail, and running with friends. I did not start running “fun runs” until after my first baby. Ashley talked our mom and me into signing up for Nike Women’s half marathon- and we did.

Since then, I have run 13 half marathons, 2 full marathons, countless 10k/5ks and various other ‘fun runs’. I’m not a PR chaser, but more of a social runner. It wasn’t until recently that I got the itch to see if I could accomplish a goal of mine- to cross the Boston Marathon finish line. I am currently in the middle of training for my next marathon, St George Marathon, and this will be the first time I have followed (loosely) a training program. More on the program to come!

marathon.jpgI run for me, as an outlet. It’s my time. I also run to inspire my kiddos. I am hoping to show them that they can aspire to anything they set their minds to and to not quit despite having to put in hard work and maybe failure!

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hadley, 4, after her first race

A few of the races shown above:

Chicago Marathon

Walt Disney World Marathon & Kids races

Color Run

Spartan Race

WIPRO

Ragnar Relay

Bay to Breakers

Nike Women’s Marathon

Cross Timbers Trail Run


My upcoming races:

St George Marathon : October 1

California International Marathon : December 4

 

Happy running everyone- let’s do this!

 

xox

aj

 

running must-haves

Running Must-Haves

A few of my favorite go-to items for running:

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1. Nike women’s feather light 2.0 visor: Nothing worse than squinting for an entire run!

2. Flip belt: This is by far the best way to carry everything while running. I have tried many and this has stood the test of time for 3+ years now as my favorite.

3. Fuelbelt slice palm water bottle: I can’t stand carrying water around my waist while running- this is perfect.

4. Nike women’s 3″ pro cool compression shorts: These are my treadmill shorts. I haven’t had the courage yet to wear them out yet; but, if you find me on my treadmill, this is what I will have on! No chaffing!

5. Lululemon speed short- 4 way stretch: Overall a great length, fit, and neat colors.

6. Champion women’s show off sports bra: Reasonably priced for a high-support bra without underwire! I can’t stand a non-racerback sports bra or one with underwire. Win-Win.

7. Sweaty bands head bands: Bought one of these years ago at a running expo and haven’t turned back. No slipping!

8. Clif blocks energy chews- margarita with salt: My stomach cannot handle Gu’s. I’ve tried. These, however, taste great without being overpowering and are easy on my sensitive stomach.

9. Yur buds: Another running expo purchase years ago that I still rave about. I’ve tried blue tooth headphones, over the ear headphones, you name it- but I always come back to these.

10. Garmin forerunner 220: Great price for a gps watch and does absolutely everything I want a running watch to do. Extremely user friendly. It also syncs up with Nike+, which I love because that is how Ashley and our mom and I keep tabs on each other’s running! More posts on this watch in the future for sure!

happy running!

xox

aj