I love a good race theme - especially when it matches up with a movie our family loves. Running the Space Jam: A New Legacy Virtual Run gave me some motivation to train and some nice swag that my boys wanted to steal from me. Disclaimer: I received a free entry to the Space Jam: A New...
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runDisney Returns! Everything you need to know about runDisney in 2021 and 2022
runDisney fans can finally rejoice - live races are returning to the Walt Disney World Resort in November 2021 beginning with the Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend. The announcement released June 30th, shares some details about the upcoming race season - clear through an all new Springtime Surprise. ...
Are runDisney Virtual Races Worth the Price? - 2021 Star Wars Virtual Rival Run 10K Recap
Star Wars Virtual Rival Run 10K - www.runningonpixiedust.comAll magic comes with a price, right? Well, runDisney fans are no stranger to paying good money for some magical miles, but as the COVID-19 pandemic changed the face of racing in 2020 and into 2021 the question remains - is a runDisney...
NEW Running Experience Alert - What is the Run to Escape Series?
In a year when running races took a virtual turn, things may have started to feel a bit. . .well. . .stale. Yes, the medals and the swag are cool and the convenience of running races on my time in my neighborhood certainly has some benefits, but I'm always excited to try something new. With...
The Blue Ridge Marathon 2021 - Join the Fun From VIRTUALLY Anywhere!
The Roanoke Star - Image www.runningonpixiedust.com My family has spent time traveling to the Roanoke area for years which is part of the reason I was so excited to have the opportunity to run the Blue Ridge Marathon weekend this year with my BibRave friends. Roanoke is a gorgeous area filled...
BUFF DryFlx+ Collection Review
If you live around the Mid-Atlantic, you know that our winter weather can shift between 60 degrees and 20 degrees. . .and sometimes that's in the span of just a few hours! It's always good to be prepared for cold weather which is why I was excited to have the chance to try out the DryFlx+ Collection...
Top 10 Posts of 2020
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2020 was a crazy year - that goes without saying! But, we had a lot of fun still here at Running on Pixie Dust and I'm excited to take a look back with you at my top 10 posts of the year. From running to recipes, travel and family, there's a little something for everyone!10. ...
Allstate Hot Chocolate Tampa 5K Virtual Race Recap - December 2020
Allstate Hot Chocolate Tampa Virtual 5K 2020I've watched Allstate Hot Chocolate 15K/5K races from the sidelines of social media for years, so when I had the chance to register and run in 2020 as a Bib Rave Pro Ambassador, I jumped at it! What made it even sweeter was getting to "race" in one of...
Vegan-ish: My Journey to a Plant-Powered Lifestyle
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." - Lao-TzuNot everything in 2020 has been awful. This year has meant more time with family and more time for self-reflection. I've spent time examining a lot in my life this year and making myself and my health a priority. ...
Holiday Season 2020: Best Gifts for Runners!
Holiday Gift Guide for RunnersGot a runner on your holiday shopping list? Check out some of my favorite running gifts that will be sure to delight any runners this holiday season! Disclaimer: I received most of these items below for free. Some I won, others I received in exchange...
Science in Sport REGO Rapid Recovery - Product Review
Science in Sport REGO Rapid Recovery Product ReviewRunners know the value of recovery as part of training, but one of the things that is sometimes overlooked is recovery nutrition. When you're a busy, working mom like me, I want recovery nutrition that is fast, easy, and on-the-go. I was...
Allstate Hot Chocolate Virtual Run Tampa 15K/5K - Will Run For Chocolate!
Allstate Hot Chocolate Virtual 15K/5K - Images from www.hotchocolate15k.comY'all know that I love to run for bling, but you also probably won't be surprised to know that I run for chocolate as well! So when the chance came to run the Allstate Hot Chocolate Virtual Run 15K/5K, I couldn't pass it...
DC Wonder Woman 10K - Virtual Race Recap
DC Wonder Woman Virtual 10KWith virtual racing being the "norm" in 2020, I've really jumped on the bandwagon! Prior to this year, I really didn't understand the interest in running a virtual race. What I've come to learn though is that running a virtual race can be really rewarding when...
ROADiD Sidekick iD Review - Safety Gear for Runners
Mom always told me "safety first!" and my ROADiD Sidekick is a way to follow through on this mantra. I was really excited when I had the opportunity to test this out and now I can share with you why I consider this a must-have item for runners, hikers, cyclists. . .and many more!Disclaimer: I...
DC Wonder Woman Run - The Good v. Good Superhero Challenge ACCEPTED
DC Wonder Woman Virtual Run Medal - Image from www.dcwonderwomanrun.comY'all know me - I'm always up for a good running challenge. In the past I've conquered the Frederick Running Festival Nut Job Challenge, the Baltimore Running Festival Balti-moron-athon, and the runDisney Glass Slipper Challenge...
DC Batman VIRTUAL Run - 5 Ways to Have a SUPER Race!
DC Batman Run Swag - Image from www.dcbatmanrun.comThat bat signal in the sky is calling you! Whether you live in Gotham City or Any Town, U.S.A., there's plenty to attract you to this fun, now virtual, running event. Here's five ways to spice up your DC Batman Run so that you can have a...
Biking the GAP Trail with Kids
Cycling the Great Allegheny Passage - Finishing in Cumberland, MDCycling has become a big part of our family's lives during this pandemic. Both of our boys (ages 5 and 8) learned how to ride a bike at the start of COVID and before long we were hitting up trails and racking up the miles. ...
Fargo Marathon - Join the Fun. . .Virtually!!!
Fargo Marathon Logo - Image from Fargo MarathonLike many other races recently, the Fargo Marathon has made the decision to go virtual for 2020. While I know COVID has put race directors to the test, one of the benefits of so many races going virtual is that more people have a chance to participate. ...
A New Adventure Awaits - I'm Officially A BibRave Pro!
Running and fitness activities have been a big part of my life for a long time. Even with my yo-yo weight loss and gains throughout the past decade, running has been there every step of the way. . .literally. Over the 6 years I've been here at Running on Pixie Dust, I've written about my...
AfterShokz Aeropex Running Headphones Review
Aeropex AfterShokz HeadphonesDo you ever feel like you get incredibly lucky from time to time? Well, one night back in December, I was participating in a Twitter chat and at the end of the chat found out I had won a pair of AfterShokz Aeropex headphones. I was so excited! For years,...