Almost there...and more 13 in 2013

Almost done with my crazy few weeks: my finals for grad school completed and a 4.0 semester, passed NASM CPT and now I am heading to my final day of teaching this semester and will have it all wrapped up in less than 12 hours and start enjoying the time off (and working from home). Luckily we've had time to start getting in the Christmas spirit around here; tree is up and somewhat organized, Santa breakfast complete, shopping done (still need to wrap) and ornaments done (just missing the ribbons). 

Luckily I can enjoy this time of stress with a workout focus, I strive on stress but once it is done I need my outlet and the gym it is! What is your stress relief?

Jill and I are busy planning for 13 in 2013 and are so excited about the nearly 300 participants so far, can we keep adding to that? Make sure to get registered and keep your eye on the Facebook page and our blogs for more fun partnerships in the works! With all my craziness I am still working on shirts, sorry. Now to reveal a couple more great prizes... 

Chike Nutrition: If you are a coffee addict like me, you will love this. What is better than an iced coffee after a long Summer workout? Add in protein and you have a complete recovery drink! Chike will send 1 winner 10 packets of coffee protein and a shaker!
High Protein Espresso Coffee

Allied Medal Displays: Once you complete the 13 races in 2013 you’ll need somewhere to display all the medals. Allied medals will give 2 lucky winners their choice of a medal display! Check them out on Facebook What do you do with your medals? Mine, well you don't want to know! Half are packed in a box and the others piled on my desk! I need one of these!


Hope everyone has a stress free Wednesday, in 11 hours I know I will be feeling much better and can join the world again!

Comments

  1. jillconyersDecember 19, 2012 at 5:09 AM

    Coffee and protein? How have I missed this product?

    Today is my last day of work before I begin 2 wonderful weeks of vacation! That will definitely help with the stress :)

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    1. Coach JenDecember 20, 2012 at 7:16 AM

      I know, it is a wonderful combination :)

      Have a great vacation, I know I need it!

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  2. AnonymousDecember 19, 2012 at 7:10 AM

    I have the same question as Jill...How in the world have I missed this coffee and protein drink!?!

    Thank you for all you and Jill have been doing to put all of this together! You are making 2013 a great running/jogging year for me :)

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  3. UnknownDecember 19, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    That coffee looks awesome!

    I have run in 7 races so far and never gotten a medal!! :(

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    1. Coach JenDecember 20, 2012 at 7:17 AM

      No medals!? Wow, 2013 will be the medal year :)

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  4. Mommy Run FastDecember 19, 2012 at 12:34 PM

    Allied Medals is an awesome prize-- I need one of those!

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    1. Coach JenDecember 20, 2012 at 7:17 AM

      Isn't it?! I need to get my medals out of a pile!

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  5. AnonymousDecember 19, 2012 at 6:31 PM

    I don't like regular coffee but love coffee protein drinks. It's not weird. Great job getting all the sponsors lined up!

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  6. LisasFitLifeDecember 20, 2012 at 1:03 AM

    This is great!!

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  7. Rachelle QDecember 20, 2012 at 3:23 PM

    I ordered one of those medal hangers for myself for Christmas:) My husband gets to wrap it!

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    1. Coach JenDecember 20, 2012 at 3:26 PM

      The best way to shop and make sure you get the right present :)

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