Author: Vanessa Junkin (She Runs by the Seashore)

Gear Review: XX2i Optics France2 sunglasses (+discount code)

March 16, 2017

Follow @vanessajunkin Disclaimer: I received XX2i Optics France2 sunglasses to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews! I rarely used to run in sunglasses. But after testing the XX2i Optics France2 sunglasses, I feel like a sunglasses convert! I did my first … More Gear Review: XX2i Optics France2 sunglasses (+discount code)

Rockin’ my first Rock ‘n’ Roll race in Washington, D.C.

March 15, 2017

Follow @vanessajunkin Disclaimer: I received a free entry to the Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington D.C. half marathon as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews! One of the signs I saw early on in the United Airlines Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington, D.C. half marathon read, … More Rockin’ my first Rock ‘n’ Roll race in Washington, D.C.

A few fun things heading into Rock ‘n’ Roll D.C.

March 10, 2017

Disclaimer: I received a free entry to the Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington D.C. half marathon as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews! I’ll be heading up to Washington, D.C., shortly after writing this blog post to take part in the United Airlines Rock ‘n’ … More A few fun things heading into Rock ‘n’ Roll D.C.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington D.C. half marathon just around the corner! (+discount code)

February 28, 2017

Disclaimer: I received a free entry to the Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington D.C. half marathon as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews! Thirteen point one miles. Nearly as many stages. I’m excited for the Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington D.C. half marathon, which is coming … More Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington D.C. half marathon just around the corner! (+discount code)

Runner Reads: “My Life on the Run” by Bart Yasso

February 24, 2017

It’s a saying you sometimes hear when someone has a unique life with lots of interesting stories to tell: “You should write a book.” That’s what Bart Yasso did. I met the Runner’s World chief running officer last year at the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon, but I didn’t know all he had accomplished until I read the book. One in particular … More Runner Reads: “My Life on the Run” by Bart Yasso

Exciting announcement: I’m a new BibRave Pro!

February 5, 2017

Follow @vanessajunkin I am excited to announce that I am a new BibRave Pro for 2017! If you’re familiar with #BibChat on Twitter, you probably already know what a BibRave Pro is. If not, BibRave Pros are a group of runners from all across the country and beyond who wear bright orange BibRave shirts and Buffs, participate in … More Exciting announcement: I’m a new BibRave Pro!

January running wrap-up

February 4, 2017

Follow @vanessajunkin A few days into February, it’s past time for the January running wrap-up! The most exciting running-related thing I did during January was run a marathon, but here’s the rundown. I ran 90.66 miles. Even with taking some days off after the marathon and with a light week beforehand, I ran 90.66 miles … More January running wrap-up