Shredheads

Heed My Advice, Shredheads - Gear is Important!

I'd been suffering with pretty bad shin splints for the last two weeks, something I haven't felt since before I started running in May 2009.

Once I had been fitted for running shoes, I had been perfectly fine.

But I was starting to get worried when the pain came back and wouldn't go away. So, I figured I'd head to the running store and see if they had a solution or if perhaps I needed new shoes.

And wouldn't you know, the last time I bought shoes was in September 2009.

Since then I've run waaaay more than the 300-400 miles they recommend on one pair of shoes. And I instantly felt better (and have since) once I put the new shoes on.

I'm not sure how I lost track. I mean, buying new shoes is NOT something I generally put off (ha!). But time got away from me and I was suffering needlessly.

Whether you're running or doing the 30 Day Shred, I can't stress how important it is to make sure you have the proper gear. Whether it's shoes, a sports bra, socks, or clothes, they DO make a difference.

Due to the heavy knee action in the 30 Day Shred, we highly recommend new cross trainers, as well as doing it on a carpeted surface. If you're thinking about running, please get fitted for shoes.

Please!

If you're experiencing unexplained pain during your workouts, please take a moment today and check your gear.

The Mom 2.0 Summit 2 Mile Fun Run

Later this week I'll be joining 300 other moms, bloggers, and marketers at the Mom 2.0 Summit, a conference hosted by Kirtsy and OpMom, and one of my favorite events from last year.

With so many of the attendees training for various races, as well as maintaining a pretty visible (ah, gotta love blogs) workout routine, I've worked together with host Laura Mayes, as well as Marie from Make & Takes to put together a short 2 mile run.

Get it? Mom 2.0. 2 mile run. Ha!

If you happen to be attending the conference, then here are the details.

Date/Time: Saturday, February 20, 2010 - 7:02am (Sensing a theme...)

Location: We'll leave from the lobby of the Four Seasons Hotel, 1300 Lamar Street, Houston, TX

Course: We'll be running 0.5 miles to the Discovery Green Jogging Trail, which we will loop twice (1.0 miles), and then return back to the hotel (0.5 miles).

All are welcome - runners, walkers, even hobblers. Due to the tight schedule of the conference, we will leave prompting at 7:02am, but since the course is fairly straightforward, feel free to catch up with us.

So make sure you pack your running or walking gear, and join us!