Toby's Garage Sale

I've read about status updates on the Toby's garage sale in the past but never really had the chance to go.  Yesterday, I was chatting with co-teacher (and former teacher, hehe) Kat and she was raving about the sale.  She got to buy sneakers for only P1,200 (forgot the brand, though).  She specifically urged me to go because there were a lot of running shoes/apparel.  I had no idea where it was but her instructions seemed simple enough so Greg (driver) and I went this morning.

Seeing the photos on Toby's Facebook page, I just couldn't resist.
These were the photos that excited me:

 

(All photos above from the said FB page)

So anyway, I went during lunch time today to make sure there wouldn't be a lot of people.  It was still quite packed, though not enough people na tatamarin na ako mag shop.  I went mainly for the Moving Comfort sports bras since that was the only thing I needed.  HOWEVER, I could not resist the Brooks running shoes which were 65% off! What a steal, right? 

Para sa akin ata talaga ito, last pair in my size! For only P978.00! Original price at P2,700+.  Will use it for a relaxing run tomorrow to break in them.

My Moving Comfort bras at 50% off! If you're a girl runner, you should know that quality sports bras are just as important as running shoes! ;)

I also got a Brooks singlet at P340.00.  Other items I would have bought too if I had an endless budget: (1) another pair of Asics (good friend Van's Gel Nimbus (I think) was being sold at just P3,500 (I think she bought it at P7,500?)! (2) Vibram for 'wala lang' at P1,200 (3) Arena goggles (3) one-piece swimsuit

I just didn't want to spend that much today, plus didn't reaaaally need a new pair of shoes.  Hindi ko lang talaga natiis yung Brooks kasi sobrang mura! But the guard did say they would have another sale in 4 months... hmmm.  Maybe then? HAHA. 

Oh, to add to my shopping, the husband bought me new socks! ;) Not from the garage sale though.  These were bought in Nike Greenhills but ALSO on sale from P295.00 to P220+.

So, that's it for today's shopping.  And I'm probably also done for another few months (until the next Toby's sale?).  Funny how I have to think fashion buys over and over and over again... and how I don't mind wearing the same blouses and jeans twenty million times.  But when it comes to running (and Liam, of course but that's a given)? No second thoughts needed.  

Oh, the things I prioritize.  Hehe.

PS Will treat today's purchases as my reward for running my first 10km since TBRDM at 1:13, average pace 7:30/km (no walking/water break).  Still a lot of work to do to get to my 21km @ 2:00 but I think it's a good start.  Ready for Milo next weekend! :D

Work & Play

Had an Adobe Photoshop workshop this morning and thought of making a wishlist.  Oh, and yes, I'm back at work - hence the silence.

Since I intend to go back to running (not long distance, like I've mentioned a couple of weeks back), I want new running shorts, more GU and a registration to Adidas KOTR! ;) I've also always wanted a pair of Nike Frees (but photo is New Balance because it's easier to crop, hehe.  Photoshop newbie here) and a Macbook Air! :p My Macbook White has been with me for almost 3 years - it's still functioning very well but an upgrade would be wonderful.  

Weighing scale says about 140 lbs. Currently still about 15 lbs. to go! New deadline: 2nd year wedding anniversary (July 9, 2013)

Chill Christmas

So, like my birthday, I also have ZERO photos from Christmas.  Could it be because I've been busy with Liam? Too busy to take photos? Speaking of Liam...

Cutie :D 

He's getting more and more kulit as the days go by - plays with his saliva in his mouth, always has that kagat-labi look, makes sooo much noise, shouts when he's excited - but all these are signs he's a happy, healthy and active baby boy so I'm very much grateful. 

New Shoes, Same Issue

So I broke in my new shoes today (NB 880v2 - see previous post), yay, right? NOT.  Well, in terms of how it feels when I run, I don't really see any significant difference..? I do appreciate how much more room my toes have.  The pair I have now is much bigger - thanks to pregnancy, my feet got bigger and I don't think it's going to get any smaller.

Anyway, reason why it's not a yay is because... I still got blisters (considered posting a photo but maybe that's too nasty).  I was hoping it was my Mizuno pair that was giving me the blisters, I guess not? CA suggested not wearing socks next time - I'll try next week.  Definitely not trying something new for this weekend's half-marathon.

Speaking of something new, I tried an energy gel today! Had one before my run with CA and well, I did feel a surge of energy at around 3kms! Although CA does not approve of energy gels, I think I might have to have one or two this Sunday, still thinking about it.  Not sure if it's entirely psychological - I remember last year when I did my first half-marathon, I didn't need any gel or even a hydration belt! But, yes, I will not compare my now-self to my last year-self.  I'm less prepared now and carrying on more weight.  According to CA, I always screw up my long runs - by screw up he means: (1) I don't run the entire distance and (2) I only finished 17 last Sunday (instead of the 20 I was supposed to do).

As for my blisters, will definitely load up on petroleum jelly for the half-marathon! We'll see how that goes.

Run BGC

...or more like Walk BGC.  I don't know if I'm just being a brat or overly maarte but I really am not proud of this run! The only saving grace? I didn't pay for it, thanks to CA's blogger friend.  Or, maybe I would have had more willpower if I actually paid for it? Here are the reasons why I thought I sucked at it:

1) I walked so much! In fairness to myself, I ran until 10kms and right about that time there was a steep uphill so I didn't bother running it anymore.  I was so not prepared for this uphills! The minute I saw so much people ahead of me I knew it had to be downhill kaya kitang-kita ko sila!

2) I think I ran too fast at the beginning.  Not having a GPS watch, I just normally base my pace on the Nike Running app (pretty helpful).  Usually, I end the first km at around 8:00 or 8:30 but yesterday I think it was 7:20? Why am I so much faster? All thanks (or no thanks, haha) to Van who Les and I ran with! She's a much faster runner but did say she was going to run this slow.  Anyway, I think that added to me getting tired...?

3) CA says I walked not really because I was tired, but mostly because I wanted to walk.  I think I was mentally weak yesterday because I was coughing and was on Day 2 of my period :( I wanted to cry when I got my period Friday but decided to be grateful instead that it won't be around anymore this weekend for QCIM! :p

4) I was so slow so at around 12kms, it was so hot na! I didn't wear my cap, but had it in my bag.  Stupid :))

I was supposed to run an additional 6kms with CA and his friends (who are now my friends too, hahaha) after but did not finish :( Thanks to my girly problems (which I do not want to elaborate on here), I only managed an additional 2.  

My Shoes! :((

Of all the things to forget on Runday Wednesday, I forgot my shooooes! :(( I'm just grateful that I live close to school, close enough to have it brought! Above is a photo of my current shoe, Mizuno Wave Creation and I think it's high time I buy a new one! Still thinking of which one to get but here are my options: 

New Balance 880v2 

OR

Asics Gel Cumulus 14 

These are so brands out there that it sometimes gets confusing! Someone advised me to go to Riovana or Runnr to have my feet analyzed so I could get proper shoes but I'm just too lazy to do that.  The ones I have now just came from CA's list of recommendations.  I just know I need shoes that are comfy and cushioned so I could hopefully stop having those nasty blisters! 

I love my Mizuno's for the support and stability it gives but I think the problem with it is it's not cushioned enough, but it's been with me for over a year and I've made so many memories with it... 

My half-marathon

A couple of 10kms and my best 10km at that!

Those horrible long runs with CA

My one and only run when I was pregnant! 

:) Never thought I'd actually have emotional attachments to a pair of shoes! Anyway, I hope to be able to purchase my new pair this December so I'll have January to use it and get used to it too, in preparation for the big marathon!