Tall Mom Test Lab Tuesday

Welcome to another edition of Test Lab Tuesday. I was going to TRY to pull together a Valentines theme, but alas my brain does not feel like functioning.

This is the day dedicated to all things I review.

Living, Eating and Running

• LIVING:
  

Pillow:
We went to Target and bought new pillows. Not the one shown above, a cozy King Sized Firm plush pillow. I am in LOVE with my new pillow. I am not one of those expensive pillow people, so the <$20 variety fits me just fine. This is just a reminder, you spend hours in bed make it COZY! A new pillow or sheets can be just what you need to run to dreamland quicker. Flowers:

Valentines week flowers will be OVERPRICED!! But oh how pretty. The photo above is of an arrangement leftover from an event at work. Wow does this make my day. Maybe not this week, but be sure to buy yourself flowers on a week you know you will be busy (at work or home). It is like bringing sunshine inside.

• EATING:
  

Pho Noodle Soup:
Wikipedia says: The soup includes noodles made from rice and is often served with basil, lime, bean sprouts and peppers that are added to the soup by the customer. If you have never had Pho you are missing out!! Anytime I am feeling under the weather I head to Pho and the magic broth and noodles fix me right up. Which reminds me, I should go today, I still can't kick this STUPID cold!

• RUNNING:

Golite Vermillion Thermal Full-Zip Hoody (HERE):
The wonderful folks at GoLite sent me the Hoody to TEST around Christmas time. I forgot about it, OOPS! Finally wore it on my training half this weekend HERE.

• What GoLite Says:

Fast-drying athletic style for all your aerobic outdoor activities. Materials:230 g/m² 35% Minerale™ polyester, 65% PTT polyester brushed fleece. 10 oz.

• Tall Mom Thoughts:

The fit is spot on, long waisted and made of soft fabric. The bright color and zipper pockets make this go-to gear for fall/winter/spring running. I felt comfortable and was really happy with the snug fit.

• Gripes:

The zipper neck comes up pretty high, I think this would work well if I was wearing the hood which I will TEST on a rainy day soon. I just zipped to where it was comfortable and it was good. The price may be a bit high for most people, but the quality is well worth the hefty tag.

GoLite Hydroclutch HERE:
I have talked about this handheld before, but since I am reviewing GoLite thought I would mention it again. I TRULY BELIEVE that this handheld will be my Marathon savior. When I slow down for water stops I have a hard time getting going again. I also love to drink on my terms. This light weight handheld has a zipper pocket big enough for a key, Gu, Chomps, license, etc. And I hardly notice it while on the run.


Inperspire Towels (HERE):
Click on the website and you will be instantly impressed with the marketing and style of this company. I love the combo of two words "Inspire" and "Perspire". Yesterday I got SWEATY!! and wow did this towel come in handy.

I will have more info about Inperspire in the weeks to come, for now go shop around, I think you will like what you see!!

Mel's Music:

I have had Ipod issues lately. When Muscle Man and I were researching the cost to replace my first generation shuffle it STRANGELY started working again. Hmmmm.. Anyhow I have had the same play list since my Marathon in June!!! Since I am CHEAP I thought of a way to get some great running music, I asked my bloggy friends. Lacey, Aron, Morgan and Zoe were sent the email "Helps Mel's Ipod" and look what came in the mail yesterday. My first mixed CD from DJ Master Lacey :) I can hardly wait to upload and channel my inner Lacey Speed.

PS.. If you have a CD with music you think I would like email me, I WELCOME new music.

• Speaking of SPEED....

Stats for 2/8:

Time: 21:59

3.1- Miles

7:05- Pace

Busy at work so barely had time to fit my lunch run in.

Wow my day at work was BUSY yesterday. My Angel co-worker let me escape for a few and careful not to take advantage I opted for a QUICK run. Which meant 5K AS FAST AS MY TALL MOM LEGS WOULD TAKE ME!! The day was perfect, warm, no wind. I passed 3 men who were dripping in sweat...hmmm?? My legs felt strong and I focused on my arm swing, foot strike, core and quads. My Ipod blared in one ear as I travelled the miles easily. I was getting hot and I could feel my body urge me to slow, but I only had .5 to the FINISH. When I plugged in I realized that I had run just 5 second short of my current 5K PR. WHAT? Love it!! I was dripping in sweat, grabbed my "I Run Because I Can" Towel snapped the photo above, changed and got back to work. Not bad for a mid day Run.

• If you have a product you would like to see featured on Test Lab Tuesday please send me an email to tallmomontherun (@) hotmail.
• We are on the hunt for Windows Software for our new laptop, any recommendations on the best and cheapest way to get it?

BATTLE TESTED

TALL MOM APPROVED

*I was sent products free of charge from Golite and Inperspire, the opinions are my own, I was not provided any compensation for my review.