Seven Reasons to Register for Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon

Registration for the Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon increases tonight at midnight! This race was my absolute favorite Half Marathon I’ve ever run (and I’ve done 35 so I’ve got experience in this area). It wasn’t difficult for me to come up with some of my favorite things about this race weekend. Here are seven reasons you should register for the 2018 Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon.

1. THE SWAG
J&A races are known for all the extra swag they gift to runners. In addition to race shirts, I received a beanie last year. I’ve also received things like beach towels and backpacks at their other events.

2. MERMAIDS EVERYWHERE
I didn’t realize that the signature symbol for the city of Norfolk is the mermaid. They’re everywhere! I’m fascinated by mermaids so I couldn’t get enough of all the statues throughout the city.

3. THE VIEW
This race starts downtown and takes you through a beautiful, waterside course. Everything was beautiful and historic. I’d also like to mention that the course is flat- I got my PR here!

4. TRIPLE THE MEDALS
Challenge yourself to run the Get Nauti Challenge by adding the 5k on Saturday and receive a total of three medals! The challenge medal is quite honestly the most gorgeous medal I’ve ever earned.

5. THE POST RACE PARTY
I shut this party down and stayed until last call both days. With a live band, photo booth, and Blue Moon on tap, there’s so much to love about this after party.

6. THE COMMUNITY
Join the J&A Training Team to take part in a 16 week training program with fellow runners. This training team will support you through the entire training process and provide you with the motivation to knock out every long run. You can learn more here.

7. THE PHILANTHROPY
$1 from every registration is donated to the We Promise Foundation. You find more information on this charity here.

Are you convinced? Then hurry over the the website and register now. Save up to $15 when you register before midnight!

2018 Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon Registration

Live, Love, Run

Amanda

Princess Half Marathon Weekend: What to Wear

It's no surprise that Princess Half Marathon Weekend is my favorite runDisney event of the year.  It was my first Half Marathon in 2014 and I love the female empowerment that comes along with women's races.  One thing I look forward to the most is packing and planning all my outfits for each day because of the fun photo opportunities.

I recently partnered with Raw Threads as a brand rep.  Their tops are super soft and made of bamboo and organic cotton.  I can't get enough!  These are my favorite tops to wear while running.

All items from the Good Girls and Mantra collection are currently 20% with the code below!  This offer expires 1.17.18.

Good Girls
Mantras

I wore the Belle racer for the 2017 Princess Half Marathon and received so many compliments.  This design is still available.



Belle with Rose Racer

Below are some tops I selected for the upcoming weekend.

Health and Fitness Expo 
For the 2018 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Expo, I wore a cute Run Like a Princess street V with leggings.  This design is available in multiple colors and cuts.



Run Like a Princess Tops

Disney Princess 5k 
If you haven't seen the race medals yet, the 5k is Tangled-inspired.



I came up with two picks for the 5k in the event there is warm or cooler weather. The first is this simple "Believe in yourself" racer and the second is a comfortable "Best Day Ever" hoodie.



Believe in Yourself (Rapunzel) Racer



Best Day Ever Hoodie

Disney Enchanted 10k 
This year's 10k medal is Brave-inspired so I selected a few options for you to channel your inner Merida.



I love the Caribbean Sea color of this racer.


Red Hair Don't Care (Warrior) Racer

In the event of colder temperatures, I also love this Brave pullover option.



I am Brave Bywater Hi-Low Pullover

Disney Princess Half Marathon
The Half Marathon medals features Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs.



I have another Raw Threads racer in gunmetal and I love it.  I selected this simple design in gunmetal for the Half Marathon.


Snow Watercolors Racer

I've also selected this tank for anyone running the Fairy Tale Challenge.  The Equilibrium Tank is my favorite cut.  It's comfortable and suitable for pretty much any activity.



19.3 Couture Equilibrium Tank


What will you be wearing to the races?  I can't wait to see all your Raw Threads choices!  Good luck, princesses!

xoxo

Amanda