Tres running legs.

Finding three outfits to run in for the Ragnar is a lot more difficult then you think.  There is weather, matching, comfort, matching, cute factor, comfort and weather to consider.  It became quickly apparent that I did not have enough tops that went with my pink running shoes.  I fought the urge to run down to Lululemon or even to REI to grab at least 2 shirts because it was an emergency!!

So I embraced my bank account and put together some cute outfits with what I have and I'll just wear what shoes I have to wear.  Okay, your not going to believe that.  I think the pink shoes match well enough for all of them but I may wear the orange shoes at night with my super warm outfit.  The yellow in them will definitely compliment the yellow in my top - if anyone even sees it.  If not it will compliment my yellow safety vest.  Boom.

Outfit/Leg one

My favorite!  I'll start out with a Lululemon tank and crops and have my purple long sleeve if it's cool.  This run should be in the heat of the day and I'll have my best chance of showing it off.  I'll be wearing white compression sleeves and pink shoes...natch.

Outfit/Leg two

I'm pretty sure this run is going to be in the dead of night, or at least evening.  I'm wearing my awesome Nike long pants that are nice and warm, a Nike top with a Lululemon long sleeve (LOVE!) and if it's super cold I have a Nike running jacket that I've ran in many times and it's comfortable and warm.  I'll be wearing yellow compression sleeves and orange shoes.  Even if no one sees the layers - I'll know.  And if I know I look good, I run better!  Your lying if you don't think it's true!

Outfit/Leg 3

I'm not sure if it will still be dark when I run this leg, but I figure I can always put on the running jacket in Outfit 2 if I need more warmth.  I'm wearing my new Lululemon Capri's, Napa Ragnar shirt and my Lululemon half zip that is so cute I think I actually get better looking when I wear it!  Black compression sleeves and I can't decide which shoes.  The pink ones would look the best, but if it's still dark, do I want the orange ones?  I'm going to decide at the time.  Crazy - I know!

Packing always takes longer then I anticipate and I can't figure out why.  I'm not being factitious either.  I make lists and have things ready but it always takes me way too long.  I travel a lot so I really need to pull it together.  

I'll be in Vegas soon!  Get ready to RUMBLE!!!

"call Nike, tell them what we just did?"

How do you feel about the outfit you run in?

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Boom!!

Mock Scene Call:

I was the last nurse to go.  There was 6 of us.  Give each nurse about 30 - 40 minutes and it was almost 1pm when it was finally my turn.  

I wish this was a better pic - but trust me, they are all awesome!  

George, Deb, Kristie and Heather.

One nurse was already in the air and then me.

My Rock Springs BFF.  Love hanging out with her.  

She is another Rock Springs nurse and we were hired at the same time.

Kristie gave me the heads up the pilot was starving.

A bag of candy or is it brown nosing.  

Can never be in too good with the guy that drives the bus!

After we did the scene stuff we got the patient loaded and took off.  I have to say I haven't seen a patient take pictures before, but of course he was fine.  I was grateful for all the volunteers help.

I took pics as we flew back.  We started in Bountiful and came around to the U.

Great day.  Love my job!

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Ragnar Packing List

Warning:  I tend to pack too much.

My LIST

The condo in Vegas is close to the course and so I can take a little extra and leave it there, so I’ll keep the extra shoes there and if my Pink ones hurt my feet I can switch to the orange ones.  Plus, I have to match!

*in my Rag kit (green train case)

   Running Shoes (2)–Pink and Orange

o 3 running outfits –one warm one
  o  ONE –
  o  TWO –
  o  THREE –
o Arm warmers
o Running socks
o Fuel belt
o iPhone holder
o compression sleeves
o Gloves/hat
o Long sleeve tee
o Light jacket/greyRagnar jacket
o Comfortable shoes
o Comfortable sweats
o Hat or visor
o Reflective Vest
o armbands
o Butt light – take both*
o Head lamp*
o Batteries*
o Sunglasses
o Glasses
o Glide*
o BioFreeze/nervemedicine
o Acewrap
o Cold packs – 3
o Ibuprofen*
o Salt stick*
o Water bottle andholder
o Gels/Gummies
o Shaka laka*
o Kleenex          
o Contacts
o Reading glasses*
o Prescriptionsunglasses
o Bug stuff*
o Deodorant*
o Toothbrush toothpaste
o Wipes/face wipes
o Foam Roller
o Hair holders
o Sunscreen/facesunscreen
o Lotion
o Vaseline*
o Feminine products
o Pins*
o First aid bag withmoleskin
o Nail clipper*
o Empty plastic grocerybags
o Hand sanitizer*
o Meds
o OTC meds
o Brush pics*

Other Clothes/stuff staying at Condo:
o Jammies
o Panties
o 4 tshirts
o Shorts
o Swimsuit
o Socks
o Towel
o Dirty Running things
o Shower stuff
o Brush
o laptop

FOOD
o Water
o Nuun*
o Protein powder
o No xplode
o Shaker
o Chocolate almond milk
o Nuts - cashews
o Dark Chocolate
o Cheese
o Ham
o Trail mix
o Applesauce – 4squishers
o Bananas - 2
  
OTHER – IN VAN: 
o iPod
o chargers
o new flip camera
o multiple car charger
o Cash
o Sharpie
o Scissors
o Tape
o Garmin with all stuff
o Small notepad for“things overheard”
o Decorations – boozebottle and zip ties/duct tape.  Leg?
o Glass markers
o Vests
o Extra iPod with carlistening stuff
o Blanket

      Stay tuned for pictures of the three outfits.  I haven't quite figured out which ones will best suit me for the weather and the spirit of the race!

      I am trying to get 100 grams of protein a day to increase my long term energy stores and tonight I made up this recipe on the fly and it was AWESOME!!  
      Ground beef, bacon, can of rotel tomatoes, some cumin, garlic salt and mrs. dash.  Throw it in a lettuce wrap with cheddar cheese, sour cream and guacamole!  SO delishious!

Getting excited for this race!!

    Any other packing ideas?  Did I miss something??

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Tuesday nerves!

Lets start this post out right!

That's right!  On my way home from the Rock I stopped at our new library and was greeted by no line and the best volunteers.  When one handed me my sticker he said, "Good work, Citizen".  Thank you volunteers! 

Speaking of the Rock.  Here is a peek at Sunday's flight.  Pretty sunset and successful flight, can't ask for anything better!

I also flew all night last night and now I'm exhausted.  So frustrating.  BUT, when I finally made it home my FREE RooSport had come in the mail!!

After touching it and seeing the quality I'm super excited to use it.  I will do a product review when I get back from Vegas.  I plan to wear it for all three legs so I can see how easy it is to use in the day and the night.  

Tomorrow I have a mock scene flight at work and I'm pretty nervous about it.  I learn so much from "pretend" scenarios, since my job requires us to be ready for just about anything.  I am just not good at it.  I get flustered easily and my memory wipes clean.  

I'll have to pre-medicate with bacon.

Luckily I had a massage tonight and my back and chest muscles were so tight!  I feel much better now, but I plan on keeping that chest stretched!  (heehee)

I guess it would help to meditate or something.  Life. Stress.  

Good thing I have bacon.  Lots of bacon.

What is your favorite comfort food?

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Pre Vegas Ragnar

TRIPLE MEDAL BITCHES

These two extras and then a 

Las Vegas one similar to this one:

My song list:

I usually put it on shuffle, but I will probably play in order for the first leg.

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Leg 1 - 5.4 miles

 

Sweet elevation loss! 

Leg 2 - 6.2 miles

Leg 3 - 4.5 miles

I'm runner 3 in the sinner van...hehehe

Oh there is going to be shenanigans!  I don't quite know if I can actually come up with sinning, you know with racing and being a decent person and all.  Sinning is so subjective so lets just say I'm going to just sin away!  I'll be drinking coffee, swearing like a sailor and saying many inappropriate things but never to hurt any feelings, because that is just rude!  

Next is my packing list!! 

Anyone else trekking to Vegas for some good times next weekend??

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