It’s been a month since my running of the Boston Marathon and I’m officially stating that I have Post-Marathon Withdrawal Syndrome. It’s real, Poodles. And I’ve got it. Bad. I even blogged about it some months back. Read about the condition HERE. It’s only a matter of time before it pops up as a legitimate affliction on WebMD. You’ll find it under the “Hysterical Conditions for Insane Runners” tab. Watch. It’s coming. And you can say you heard it here first.
Since running Boston, I’ve been doing the whole Reset and Recharge thing to get back to loving running again. I know it sounds crazy, but I hate when running becomes a chore. After a marathon, that’s exactly what it becomes to me. I always find that after a marathon I need to reset my ‘Love of Running’ button. So, during the post-26.2 recovery period I always mix things up with my training. I dig shaking things up a bit. Spin, cycling, goat yoga (OH YES I DID! And it was glorious! Recap to follow!), boot camp, trail running and a whole lot of: “Hmmmmmm…..what can I conquer next?” Which brings me back around to one of my old favorites: The Spartan Race. As you can see below, I loves me a Spartan Race!
If you are a follower of our Lil’ Blog, you know that Tina and I have engaged in several Spartan Sprints and have had a kick ass time. Relive our experience HERE and see why you need to do a Spartan Race. In fact, our friends at Reebok Spartan Race reached out to us to tell us about an exciting new partnership with Marriott Rewards and provided us with a race to giveaway! WE’RE GIVING ONE LUCKY READER A FREE SPARTAN RACE ENTRY! I may love giveaways more than Spartan Races. Combining the two is like riding a unicorn whilst eating a taco. Perfection. The Free Race is good for entry into any Spartan Race in the US. And in case you have to travel, this just in: Marriott Rewards is now the official Hotel Partner for Spartan Race! I know, I know. You’re all like: So what? Here’s what- If you join the Marriott Rewards loyalty program, you’ll get:
- 20% off Spartan Races
- FREE VIP bag check
- $5 off of Spartan gear at the races
Cool, right? And once enrolled, you’ll reap all the bennies of a Rewards Member. (That’s “benefits” for all the non-cool kids out there, myself included.) So if you’re a lover of all things Spartan and sweet hotels, join Marriott Rewards! There’s much more to gain by joining. Read more about the Offer Terms & Conditions HERE!
In the meantime, enter our Spartan Race Giveaway by clicking the link below! The giveaway ends on May 31st at 11:59pm. Good luck!!! AROOOO!!!
It's A Marathon AND A Sprint 
I see you have that super happy smile again… It’s becoming a (very good) habit! 🙂
Like I’ve said. I have an awful lot of teeth. Shame to keep ’em hidden. 🙂
Indeed… Hope you get your running mojo back soon. (I’m still struggling with a niggling hip problem which won’t go away – so enjoy your fitness while you can!)
Spartan races are totally intimidating, so I’m pretty sure the only way I’d do one is if I won it 🙂
Ahhhh, but they are a BLAST!!! And loaded with helpful, fun Spartans! Good luck!
I am a little bored with running night now and I’m always up for something crazy (will try anything once). i am going to have to ask around and see if I know anyone up for some crazy.
YES! Enter away!!! I’m with you with the bored thing. Actually, I think I’m just a little burnt out. Good luck finding a fellow crazy!
is this the one where they electrocute you at the end but give you a beer to make up for it? actually, electric shock would feel good right now! never done a spartan, i’m thinking ironman 70.3 might be a fun next venture but of course that would lead to a full, right? have you done that yet?!! cheers!
Ironman, I am not. I’m not a swimmer. Cannonballer, yes. Swimmer, no. Sadly, this is NOT the one where they electrocute you. Ha! But the beer may make up for it. 😉
Hey – I did a Girls on the Run 5k this morning. Nice event and kind of tugs at your running heartstrings to see all the girls running in such a positive environment. Members of the US Women’s National Field Hockey team ( based here in Lancaster) led the assembled crowd in warmups.
As far as Spartans and Sparty and Sparta and Spartacus I am happy not dodging obstacles when I exercise. Sorry.
I am already am a member of Marriott Rewards and I recently earned two nights and four days at the Motel 6 on Route 7 or the Motel 7 on Route 6, I can’t recall which. You may remember the hotel was featured as a crime scene once on ” Cops.” You get four days and you have to figure out where to sleep for only two of the nights which is not bad.
Electric shock – Bad. Beer – Good.
Sweet Jesus, Phil. Stay outta Motel 6s. However I do love Girls on the Run. Such a fantastic organization that tugs on my very own heartstrings. 🙂
Never run at a Spartan race nor stayed at the Marriot hotel. The races do look fun though!
Ohmygoodness they are SO much fun! I have loved every second of them.:-)
I’ve run the Trifecta before and would like to do another!
Oh sweet! Good luck!! Doin’ one for free sounds like a good plan!