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A Father’s Day 5k

Posted on June 16, 2014 by Nanci

Being the summer here in the Sunshine State, where the days are long, humid, and hot, there are not any races happening. But last week, hubby heard about the Richard’s Father’s Day Family Walk / Jog in Tampa. It was Sunday morning, when we would run anyway, so we decided to change it up and take part in this event.

This is event is put on by Richard Gonzmart and family in support of cancer research and awareness. The Gonzmart family is well known for the Columbia Restaurant and the new, soon to open Ulele in Tampa Heights.

It was a very nice morning, right on the riverfront. It was a very casual 1 mile walk or 5k jog, although there were many runners. This event was not timed so it was very laid back.

Hubby and I ran it in about 37 minutes and there was even a bridge! This was amusing to him since we all know I love to run bridges on Sunday morning. I had no idea we would still get a bridge in when we decided to do this run.

After the run, it was time for breakfast, which was included. How awesome is that? I totally failed as a blogger and did not take a picture of my plate full of food, so use your imagination… Scrambled eggs(so fluffy!), home fries with a nice little kick to them, and sausage links. It really hit the spot. They also had fruit, pastries, granola bars, water, coffee, and juice.

It was a great way to start what ended up being a lazy Sunday, thinking about my dad and Father’s Day.

How did you spend your Father’s Day?

Let’s talk Best Damn Race!

Posted on June 7, 2014 by Nanci

I know many of you who have participated in the Best Damn Race. Since 2013, this race has grown from a local event in Safety Harbor, to Orlando and now, Cape Coral. It is very exciting to be a part of this event and watch it grow each year. I am excited to be an Ambassador again for 2015 as well!

I myself have participated in each event to date and loved every one of them. I started out with the 5K in Safety Harbor in 2013 and then did the half marathon in both Safety Harbor and Orlando this year, earning shiny new PR’s at both.

Here are just a handful of reasons you should participate in this event:

Best Damn t-shirt
Best Damn finisher medal
Best Damn Health & Fitness Expo
Best Damn goodie bags
Best Damn post-race party
Best Damn PR Bell!
Best Damn entry fee (structured based on number of entries!)
Free beer, food, and massages
Free race photos

Later this year, Best Damn Race will take over Cape Coral with a 5K, half marathon, and for the first time – a full marathon. If I had not already registered for the Space Coast Marathon as my first full, I would absolutely run this one.

The Cape Coral race is on Decembe4 14, 2014. All races began and end at the Cape Coral Marina and the course is flat. How is this for a start and finish line?

You can find more information on the Cape Coral event here:

In more news, registration is now in full swing for the Safety Harbor and Orland events for 2015! Safety Harbor will be on February 7, 2015 and Orlando will be February 28, 2015. Both cities will once again offer the 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and 5K + 10K Challenge.

You can find more information on these events here:

You can still register for all 3 events at less than regular prices, thanks to the unique registration process that best Damn Race offers. And as even more incentive, you can SAVE $5 OFF ANY RACE with my discount code NANCIC.

I will be doing the half marathon in both Safety Harbor and Orlando in 2015, and hubby will be doing the 5K + 10K Challenge in Safety Harbor. I would love to see you at one of these events!

If you have participated in Best Damn Race, tell me what is your favorite thing about this event? Also let me know if you register for any of the upcoming events!

Friends, lights, and more at Electrodash 5K!

Posted on March 23, 2014 by Nanci

It’s not often that there is a nighttime run. I’ve only done 2 the past couple of years, but they are a lot of fun. Add in glow sticks, fun lights, and running friends, and it makes for a fun night! I was excited to run the Electrodash 5K with hubby this past Friday night at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa.

After fighting traffic from Clearwater to Tampa at rush hour, we finally made our way to the fairgrounds well before the start. We parked and made our way to the line to pick up our packets since we did not do so the night before. There was a delay getting in, but the weather was nice and cool, and it was fun chit chatting with others in line.

When we finally entered, we made our way to packet pick-up for our race bibs, shirts, and fun glow sticks including glasses. After we checked in, we walked around and I kept my eyes open for several friends (go Tampa Bay Bloggers!) who I knew were running this event. Caitlyn actually spotted me first. Since it’s now become habit to take pictures of us whenever we see each other at a race, we took another selfie. It’s what we do….

Our friend Xiomara found us, too. I was happy to see her, it had been quite awhile. We would also end up running together so we had time to catch up. Always fun to chit chat while running! Is it just me or do we look like Scuba Steve with these glassed on? Too fun!

The event was to start in waves, but it seems like everyone started at one. It was dark, all the cool lights were on, and we were off!

We made our way through several zones of lights and music. As with most races, it’s a little congested at first but then it spreads out. They handed out water around the mile mark.

I was very proud of hubby as he ran most of it! He is not in love with running the way that I am, but he wants to do it, and he did just that. He was ahead of me most of this one!

Before we knew it, we found ourselves back at the start line. They handed out water and granola bars. Everyone was heading back towards the stage for music and dancing at they finished…

One thing I really loved about this event was seeing all the kids that were there. They were having so much fun with the glow sticks and running at night.

Two things I wish… I know it was night time, so it was dark, and there were glow lights and effects along the way, but I felt like I was going to fall because I literally could not see the ground in front of me. I ran carefully the entire time to make sure that I didn’t trip on anything or step in a hole (like hubby did!). The only other thing is, I wish they would have given out a medal because I love medals!

All in all a fun night. My time was around 34 minutes, which is great for a fun event like this. And it was fun participating with hubby and seeing my running friends.

Electrodash is in many cities across the US this year. Be sure to visit their website and see if they’re near you!

Have you participated in Electrodash, in Tampa or elsewhere? What was your favorite part?

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary entry to the Electrodash 5K in exchange for my honest review. The opinions shared are my own.

Who wants to be an Iron Girl?

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Nanci

Guess who’s going to be an Iron Girl again this year? This girl! Last year was my first Iron Girl event, I did the half marathon and really enjoyed it. My friend Corinna ran it with me. I am a big fan of the Iron Girl event here in Clearwater – it’s pretty much in my backyard, and the course is the same route I love to run on Sundays, with those bridges that I love.

When I was making my list of must-do races for 2014, I knew I had to include Iron Girl, without a doubt. I’ve already registered for the half marathon and I have a discount code to share with you! But first….

Iron Girl is all about empowerment and being fit, healthy, and to celebrate the joy of living well. I love that! And this event will absolutely make you feel strong and empowered.

Iron Girl will be in Clearwater on Sunday April 13, 2014 with a 5K Run / Walk (and the option to do a 5K Mother/Daughter team) and Half Marathon. The race starts at Coachman Park and over the Memorial Causeway, for both the 5K and half marathon distance. It’s a beautiful route, one that always makes me feel very luck to live in a such a beautiful area.

Your registration for Iron Girl includes a post-race Breakfast Café, event specific performance shirts sized for women, professional timing, personalized race bibs, new custom finisher medals specific to the event, Iron Girl jewelry age group awards, post-race giveaways and much more.

Who wants to be an Iron Girl with me? Whether it’s your first time or third time, it’s always fun to be an Iron Girl. If you use my discount code CRAZYLIFE, you can save 10% off any registration category! Visit Iron Girl for more information and to register.

Let me know if you will be joining me at Iron Girl in Clearwater or if you’ll be participating in another city!

{Giveaway} ElectroDash 5K in Tampa

Posted on January 19, 2014 by Nanci

I love a good race where I can be super competitive with myself. BUT! It’s also fun to do an event that is more about the fun and not the time. ElectroDash5K is just that! Just check out these pictures…

Photos and video courtesy of electrodash5k.com

This is a night run with neon lights, electronic music, dazzling light displays, and a whole lot of FUN! It’s like a 5K dance party! A great time, right?!

This is how it works…. Show up to run wearing whatever looks best in the black light. You’ll be greeted at the start line with enough neon lights, glow sticks, and Electronic Dance Music to make your heart beat faster, your fists pump harder, and all your jokes just a little bit funnier. From there, every corner of the run is another party. You’ll run, walk, or dance 3.1 miles through stations of insane light shows, photobooths, neon madness, and electro lasers right up until the finish: the biggest party of all. So bring your camera and put your party hat on; it’s time to rage.

Here are all the important details….

When: Friday March 21, 2014 at 8:00pm

Where: Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa, FL

What you get:

An official ElectroDash T-shirt
One pair of neon glow glasses
An ElectroDash glow-in-the-dark tattoo
An LED bracelet
And the best time of your life

Registration: $45 until 01/31/14

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For those who are ready to register (hurry up!), I have a discount code for you! You can use the code CRAZYLIFE15 and save 15% on registration. Don’t forget, the registration fee of $45 is good until 01/31/14, so you want to register NOW to save 15% off that lowest price!

I also have a chance for TWO people to to win ONE FREE entry to the Tampa event! You have several ways to win your entry!

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I’ll be there… Will you?

p.s. Stay tuned for another post soon on another fun Tampa even coming up – Color Me Rad 5K! I’ll have a discount code and giveaway for that one as well!