tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post1378566577063692185..comments2023-10-11T00:23:01.967-07:00Comments on The Running Ginger: The Thrifty GingerRunning Gingerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-91041659609573930542013-02-13T18:29:21.776-08:002013-02-13T18:29:21.776-08:00I would have totally high fived you on your run. T...I would have totally high fived you on your run. That is, if you are cool with high fiving a slow jogger instead of a runner.Veronica Wattshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13383010367163161195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-9334160143781636882013-02-07T04:42:08.776-08:002013-02-07T04:42:08.776-08:00I have one more to try, and then I will have to re...I have one more to try, and then I will have to reevaluate. I am not sure what the last one was, but I was not a fan! ;) I did like the ease of use, but I had to wash it down a few times, which, during a marathon, could be crucial hydration down the road. Running Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-60045103615899113462013-02-07T04:40:18.723-08:002013-02-07T04:40:18.723-08:00Haha, like I said, only limited people out in the ...Haha, like I said, only limited people out in the cold! I will have more choices when the fair weather runners come back out ;)Running Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-1243703110290970712013-02-07T04:39:26.546-08:002013-02-07T04:39:26.546-08:00I may have to check that out. Right now I am just ...I may have to check that out. Right now I am just adding it to my oatmeal with chia seeds. I should do something with it for lunch so I get a little extra protein at that point in the day. <br /><br />Deals are the only way I have any running gear, so you are soooo right. Running Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-73319878019554260862013-02-07T04:32:59.653-08:002013-02-07T04:32:59.653-08:00I try to fuel before runs too, but if I am running...I try to fuel before runs too, but if I am running longer than an hour, I gotta make sure I have stuff to fall back on. <br /><br />I can see you being a wide-eyed-crazy-high-fiver! I would still give it back though!Running Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-39906055579307945852013-02-06T16:55:53.462-08:002013-02-06T16:55:53.462-08:00Awesome deals! I love getting deals on exercise cl...Awesome deals! I love getting deals on exercise clothes, they are so expensive and it's just so pleasing to get a discount.<br /><br />What flavor Gu did you have? Did you do the gel? I like the gels because it goes down fast but you have to like the flavor.<br />Try another one and see if you like it better next time.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-48586806141569482182013-02-06T15:11:46.655-08:002013-02-06T15:11:46.655-08:00Oh, and way to go with the high fiving. It makes ...Oh, and way to go with the high fiving. It makes it even better than it was an older lady. haha!Brennanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15674451017163062773noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-37175017586058685632013-02-06T15:10:43.897-08:002013-02-06T15:10:43.897-08:00I love a good deal! Yipee! Good for you! I love a good deal! Yipee! Good for you! Brennanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15674451017163062773noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-22148334712682902102013-02-06T14:14:00.480-08:002013-02-06T14:14:00.480-08:00I love it so much when you go into a store expecti...I love it so much when you go into a store expecting to spend too much on one item and get loads instead! $60 for all that is not bad at all. Also, I love quinoa! Got a few recipes using it on my blog, so check those out if you get a chance :)Sarah Lienardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10530979476207036892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-9811127473617236832013-02-06T10:28:25.699-08:002013-02-06T10:28:25.699-08:00I am so proud of you for high fiving - I love doin...I am so proud of you for high fiving - I love doing it. LOL... most people look at me like I am crazy but I am.. AND try the GU chomps they are so much better then GU - that junk is NASTY. I like the watermelon flavored GU Chomps. I use them on my longer runs too - but honestly on race days I don't use ANY. I am trying to really find my niche for pre-run fueling - still working on it AND look at you all thrifty and stuff - WTG!! We love sales:)Melanie @ 4Kottezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18377501017142730464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-14521275730852218782013-02-06T04:40:14.968-08:002013-02-06T04:40:14.968-08:00Psh, my arms are considered a wonder of the world!...Psh, my arms are considered a wonder of the world! JkRunning Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-64262307098226478582013-02-06T04:39:15.888-08:002013-02-06T04:39:15.888-08:00Clearance racks made it cheaper than Target (said ...Clearance racks made it cheaper than Target (said in a French accent)! I love Target stuff, but if I can get legit brands, bet your ass that I am on that!Running Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-64390483064269858352013-02-05T20:16:59.136-08:002013-02-05T20:16:59.136-08:00Great job on the long run and the clothing deals! ...Great job on the long run and the clothing deals! I love to check out Dick's but rarely buy anything because of the price. I am so cheap!! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-72006384058898761312013-02-05T17:30:01.391-08:002013-02-05T17:30:01.391-08:00Combine Dick's and Best Buy, and I would be a ...Combine Dick's and Best Buy, and I would be a happy camper. I could walk around for hours. <br /><br />I was nervous she would reject my high five, but she loved it in the end. Running Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-54575155615171543982013-02-05T17:26:49.658-08:002013-02-05T17:26:49.658-08:00That's so awesome you high fived an old lady -...That's so awesome you high fived an old lady - I've been thinking about it since you posted last. <br /><br />Also, I love Dick's Sporting Goods, that's all :)Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02051001544778172019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-4281476520132835442013-02-05T17:23:42.439-08:002013-02-05T17:23:42.439-08:00Shoot me your link if you read this:Shoot me your link if you read this:Running Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-76453042972798487312013-02-05T16:20:52.246-08:002013-02-05T16:20:52.246-08:00haha! I totally agree with you! I think it's l...haha! I totally agree with you! I think it's like that with almost everything whether it's science, work, or school.<br /><br />Still feels good to think you're flippin' jacked :PNadiyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16967913155137076812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-26793763550278096442013-02-05T13:23:47.977-08:002013-02-05T13:23:47.977-08:00I can fully endorse that app now!I can fully endorse that app now!Running Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-28165155073777130542013-02-05T13:23:24.444-08:002013-02-05T13:23:24.444-08:00I think people are freaked out at first, and then ...I think people are freaked out at first, and then they realize how flippin' awesome it is! I would avoid injuring them though!Running Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-84915513405980711272013-02-05T13:22:27.969-08:002013-02-05T13:22:27.969-08:00I used chews for Tough Mudder, and I was happy wit...I used chews for Tough Mudder, and I was happy with that, so maybe I will go back to it. I do have plenty of room in my camelbak, so I have options!Running Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-24351294333828726582013-02-05T13:21:18.165-08:002013-02-05T13:21:18.165-08:003.1 miles is a great training distance, so keep it...3.1 miles is a great training distance, so keep it up!<br /><br />Like I said, I am full if useless football knowledge! HahaRunning Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-63696824513859679622013-02-05T13:20:20.371-08:002013-02-05T13:20:20.371-08:00Thanks, I am happy with them. There weren't ex...Thanks, I am happy with them. There weren't exactly choices, so I am glad I liked the colors!<br /><br />Yeah, I am going to try various things to eat on runs as time goes in. This was just a trial run, and I have one more Gu flavor to try. I will always update on this kind of thing because my blog is such a running record of my exploits. <br /><br />Happy birthday again!Running Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303606722134311574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-10213068007913515092013-02-05T09:58:04.965-08:002013-02-05T09:58:04.965-08:00Totally cool that you can see your splits on the M...Totally cool that you can see your splits on the MapMyRun app!! That is a very neat feature! I will check it out :-) Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-48213967709487984892013-02-05T09:45:45.400-08:002013-02-05T09:45:45.400-08:00Yay for new running attire AND a high five!! I re...Yay for new running attire AND a high five!! I really want to do that now but I do imagine the possibility of totally freaking someone out while attempting to do this. Just my luck, I'll ruin someone's day by accidentally hitting them on the arm while running by bahaha :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11872797810770018861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-552294020826574439.post-31031020009090103542013-02-05T08:37:03.019-08:002013-02-05T08:37:03.019-08:00Those are some awesome deals you found! I think th...Those are some awesome deals you found! I think that's always exciting. <br /><br />I don't like Gu's either. But I have heard you just have to get used to the consistency. Various gels have different consistencies/tastes too, so you might just want to try a different brand. <br /><br />I use chews instead, but also enjoy eating Power Bars. I think if you have your backpack you might be able to bring more real food along.<br /><br />Superbowl experience = awesome! Good food (pulled pork, ribs, chicken wings, brussel sprouts, guacamole, potatoes), and won $20!Kristen Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11309610842667457857noreply@blogger.com