Monday Night Fun Runs Are Back

Back by popular demand, Body N’ Sole Fun Runs. After a long layoff the store will once again sponsor a fun run. First Monday of the Month Fun Runs will begin Nov. 7 at 5:30 p.m. After the run join us at Applebee’s in Savoy to watch Monday Night Football, with the Chicago Bears taking on the Philadelphia Eagles. For more info : 217-356-8926
 

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Savoy Orchard Days 5K

Last weekend was the Savoy Orchard Days 5K race. Having just moved down to Savoy over the summer, it seemed as though the boyfriend and I had a civic duty to participate in this event.

Unfortunately, running and I had a rocky relationship this past summer. I finally realized that I hate running in the heat and focused on other fitness endeavors and strength training. After a summer of light mileage and getting stronger (Beth, I can finally do push-ups!), this 5K would serve as a good gauge of my speed and racing.

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2011 Cleveland Marathon

After completing the 2009 Chicago marathon in 4:32:21, I was hoping for some redemption with marathon #2. When two of my friends signed up for the 2011 Cleveland marathon, I decided to sign up too. I had never been to Cleveland before, and the trip would be a nice “vacation” after the stress of finals period. Most importantly, Cleveland met my two main criteria for race selection:

  • Relatively flat
  • Historically cool on race day

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2011 River to River Relay: A letter to my teammates

Last September, Robin invited me and the boyfriend to be part of the River-to-River relay (RRR) team that she and Michael were forming with other store employees. I committed to running the race, but I really had no idea what a relay event with eight people would entail. In fact, I wasn’t even sure what the two titular rivers were…(Turns out, it was the Mississippi to the Ohio.)

It is difficult to write a recap for a race that lasted ten hours and an event that encompassed 24+. Thus, in the interest of brevity, I will compose this blog post as a letter to my teammates.

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New Boston Qualifying Standards

Last week, The Boston Athletic Association, the governing body for the famous Boston Marathon, announced two major changes in the qualifying and registration procedures for the race.

Despite all the hype about Boston, this new development did not spread like wildfire as I would have expected. In case you missed it, read on for a run-down of the changes.

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Reason #1 to attend Body N’ Sole’s Ladies’ Night

Tomorrow, February 16th is the last day to RSVP for Body N’ Sole‘s Ladies Night Event on Sunday, February 20th from 5:30-7:30pm. Maybe you’ve been holding out for a good reason to attend this females-only event. Don’t worry–I’ve got one “Reason” haiku left.

Read on!

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Reason #2 to attend Body N’ Sole’s Ladies’ Night

Body N’ Sole‘s Ladies Night event is a week away! If you haven’t already RSVP’d, make sure to do so as soon as possible. Wouldn’t you feel silly if you missed out on all the fun?

If you haven’t been tempted by the chance to win a $100 Sephora giftcard, by the chance to meet new friends, or by hearing all about strength- and cross-training from Jackie Kropp, read on for something that will surely change your mind!

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Reason #3 to attend Body N’ Sole’s Ladies’ Night

Do you love make-up? Does new eyeshadow make you giddy with excitement? Do you enjoy painting your face with every kind of beauty product imaginable?

Or maybe you’re intimidated by cosmetics? Perhaps you’re content to hide behind a ruddy, post-run glow. My non-empirical research has shown that “runner face” is not the most attractive look and that a little make-up can go a long way…

No matter what your make-up persona, you will love Reason #3 to attend Ladies’ Night at Body N’ Sole!

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Reason #4 to attend BnS’ Ladies’ Night

Have you RSVP’d for Body N’ Sole’s Ladies’ Night event yet? No? What are you waiting for? Remember, it will be on Sunday, February 20th from 5:30-7:30pm

Seriously, this winter weather is horrible, and I’m sure you’re looking for an excuse to do something fun! You should take advantage of all out-of-the-house events possible–you never know when the next “crippling ice storm” will arrive.

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Come to Body N’ Sole Ladies’ Night

Are you a LADY?

If you answered “yes” to the above question, then you are eligible to attend the Body N’ Sole Ladies’ Night event on Sunday, February 20th from 5:30-7:30pm.

Want to know the top five (arbitrarily selected) reasons to attend Ladies’ Night? Do you want to read them in HAIKU format? Read on for more details!

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