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Tuesday, January 19, 2010

The Return to O'Dark Thirty

This morning, I got up and was out the door for a pre-dawn run. It's been a few weeks since I've been able to muster the energy and resolve to run first thing in the morning, but today, I was up and on the road by 5:15 am for a 3 miler (31:12). And as painful as it is to get up and run at that hour, admittedly, it sure is nice to have it done. Plus, it's nice to be showered and ready for the day before Norah gets up -- just makes the whole morning easier.

As for the run, I got to wear a new shirt that I bought yesterday at Target: Despite how much I love shopping for running clothes online or at my LRS, Target really is a great place for affordable picks, and I think the quality of the apparel is pretty good too. So, I almost always cruise by the sportswear section when I'm on a Tar-Jay run, and yesterday I spied this tech tee, as well as several others that were similar. For $14, you really can't beat the price, or in this case, the style!

And, after running in it this morning, I think it just may well be my new favorite running shirt!

33 comments:

Unknown said...

cute shirt, indeed!

Anonymous said...

That shirt is super cute!! Way to wake up early for a run too.

Anonymous said...

Seriously, YOU give it the style!

Midwest said...

I'm going to go to Target and get one, too!

Heather said...

I was up early for a run this morning too . . . getting out of bed is tough, but it is a great way to start the day.

I love that shirt!

Carolina John said...

cool! it's good to be able to start off the day with something that puts your mind and body at ease for the rest of the day. plus that's a cute shirt!

Marlene said...

That's a great shirt and what a deal! I can hardly find running SOCKS around here for that price. Canada needs Tar-Jay!!!

Anonymous said...

I love love love your shirt!!! (and I love target running clothes!)

RunningLaur said...

I love the shirt! Must refrain from shopping... :)

SavvyFitChica said...

Definitely cute! And what a steal for $14!

d.a.r. said...

I love Tarjay's running stuff!! It is affordable and usually pretty cute.

X-Country2 said...

THat is cute. Great score.

Katie A. said...

LOVE the shirt! I am addicted to Tar-Jay...can't get out of there for less than $100 when I go :)

TNTcoach Ken said...

Where are the sleeves??? I'm getting cold just looking at it.

Wes said...

I was in the pool by 6 AM. That's huge for me :-) Lurve the shirt!!!

Jess said...

Very cute shirt! I like Target's prices too!

Sarah said...

Cute! And you are a champ for being up so early to run!

Laura said...

congrats on the early run! I, too, share your love for Target workout clothes! And when their sports bras on sale...time to stock up!

MNFirefly said...

Awesome!!

Jessica said...

I love Target too!! :)

Shellyrm ~ just a country runner said...

You look so cheery and happy for the hour!

Yeah for getting up and out and on the road!

Andy said...

Tar-Jay - Awsome! Always. I began my o' dark thirty runs yesterday... the first day back is always the worst, but today was great!

Becca said...

I heart Tar-jay! I'll have to see if ours has those cute shirts!

Anonymous said...

Target also has these really awesome (and cheap) non-cotton running socks. I have a million pairs of them.

Anonymous said...

Great deal! Strong work on getting out there so early!

ajh said...

Vermont is the ONLY state in the country without a Target! That is so unfair! Love your new shirt. And I totally agree with your opening lines. I hate hate hate getting up early to run before work but love having it over with. I am cheery all day.

N.D. said...

i love the shirt! ya for getting up and for the rolling over!

Unknown said...

Target is one of my favorites too - and I even have to go to another country to get there! Cool shirt.

Crissy Rae said...

i heard the alarm go off sometime between 5 and 530 this morning and ignored it. so not in the mood!

tar-jay is the bomb-diggity

Carly said...

Some of my favorite workout clothes are from Target. I love it when all of that stuff goes on clearance too....I always find great deals.

Denise said...

That is a cute shirt! I have one that says Up and Running...

Rachel said...

love the shirt!

Kristen said...

little upset that my target doesnt have that shirt.....