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While at the Disneyland Half Marathon Expo in August (2014), I picked up a pair of Yurbuds from their booth. I have been using Yurbuds since 2010, but decided on a new pair that had the phone controls built in.
The set I got came with two sizes of Yurbud earpieces, a 4′ cable with audio controls, a clip to attach to clothing, and a carrying bag.
The audio controls are the reason for the upgrade, and a reason I wrote this review. Since September, I have found multiple different uses for the controls. There is a volume up and down, which is a no brainer. However, in between those, in the center, is a button with three (3) functions. Press it once to answer a call/hang up, or pause/play your music. Press it twice and it will skip to the next song. Press it three times, and it will go to the previous song.
The earpieces are really amazing. They have grooves in them, so when you put them in your ears and turn them, they lock in. This is great for runners.
When you put them in your ears, make sure that your left is positioned to 3:00 and the right is positioned at 9:00, then twist down to 6:00 to lock them in.
The only problem I have had with these is the sound controller. At times I will press the volume up/down, or to change songs, and it does nothing. It isn’t always, but it does occasionally have this fault. Now I typically run with the cord under my shirt between my shirt and chest, so it could be sweat related, but I have not yet been able to make this determination.
All in all, I love Yurbuds, and all their products. This is my second pair and I have enjoyed both pairs.
DISCLAIMER: This product was NOT provided by the vendor. I purchased these with my own funds, and all of my opinions are my own.
If you are new to running and want to get to it. I highly recommend my friend Noah’s program. Many excellent runners have come from his classes. Join today!
Be part of the amazing running community by getting off the couch and to the finish line of a 5K race!
Noah Moore, USATF and RRCA certified running coach, has partnered with TrySports to offer a ten week couch to 5K program to help you achieve your goals!
Coach Noah is a former couch potato who lost over one hundred pounds and went from the couch to running Ultra Marathons. He has designed his own format of this classic training program that will help you get moving and stay moving.
Event details and schedule
The cost of this program is $50 and includes:
– A certified running coach who will meet with you once a week for 10 weeks.
– A monthly (3 days per week) training plan to get you from the couch to the finish line of a 5K race.
– Group training opportunities with experienced runners each week.
– Professional support from the TrySports staff and team leaders.
– Discounts on running gear through TrySports of Mount Pleasant.
– Motivation and support to get you to the finish line of the Life Point Race for Life 5K on February 28, 2015!
Group training and instruction will meet in Mount Pleasant’s Old Village on Sunday mornings at 7:00am for one hour.
Register today and let us help you get to the finish line!
Jeff Galloway proudly announces the kickoff for the NEW Galloway Training Program in Charleston!
Join today! Train with a fun and motivating group for the Shrimp & Grits 5K, the Cooper River Bridge Run, or even a Spring Half Marathon.
Kickoff:
Saturday, December 6, 2014
**Note new location: 4800 Park Circle, North Charleston**
7AM
Questions? Contact Amanda
Online Registration for the Charleston Galloway Training Program here
Recovery Week… I decided to take this week easy before doing my 3rd half marathon in November, the Space Coast Half Marathon, next weekend.
Monday (11/17): No workout, recovery from the race.
Tuesday (11/18): Yoga at the gym at lunch
Wednesday (11/19): I ran 4 miles on the treadmill at the gym at lunch. We did not run as a group this morning, as it was around 25 degrees when we woke up.
Thursday (11/20): No workout
Friday (11/21): 2 mile walk at lunch with Michael. I then did a 1 mile run on the treadmill at home to test a pair of shoes that were sent to me to review. More to come on this in a week or so.
Saturday (11/22): Today I ran 4 miles on the Summerville Sawmill Branch Trail with Brooke, a friend from church who is starting to run. It was a little chilly at 35 degrees. She did great and has a good foundation to become an awesome runner. I challenged her to a half marathon this time next year. There it is Brooke, it is in writing now, so the gauntlet has been thrown!
2014 Yearly Running Goal: 900 Miles
Weekly Mileage: 11.05 Miles
Remaining to Goal: 134.34 Miles
On Saturday, November 15, 2014, I ran in the Inaugural Summerville Sweet Tea Half Marathon. This race is only about 10 minutes from my home, so I felt compelled to sign up for it. Also, if you know me, I love sweet tea! Before signing up, I confirmed that there would be a medal, and that it was going to have something to do with the sweet tea theme. They did well.
The race capped at around 500 people. I think the final results showed 487 finishers, so that was quite impressive. So my running partners, Becky & Dan and I got there about 6am for a 7am race start time. Another friend of mine runs a business in downtown Summerville, so he let us park there, so we wouldn’t have to fight the parking garage traffic. We sat in the vehicles until about 6:30am, then headed out for a quick bathroom visit, and then head towards the start. Well, how do I start this…. IT WAS COLD! The early race temps were in the low 30s.
It is race weekend two of three for the month of November. On Saturday, I am racing local, supporting the Summerville inaugural Sweet Tea Half Marathon.
Monday (11/10): No workout, recovery from the race. I did walk 1.3 miles at lunch with my friend Michael at lunch
Tuesday (11/11): No workout
Wednesday (11/12): I ran 4 miles with my work group at 5:30am
Thursday (11/13): No workout
Friday (11/14): No workout
Saturday (11/15): Summerville Sweet Tea Half Marathon, 1:56:55 (6th in age group) – Race recap later next week – Garmin Data
2014 Yearly Running Goal: 900 Miles
Weekly Mileage: 18.50 Miles
Remaining to Goal: 145.39 Miles
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On Saturday, November 08, 2014, I ran with my running partner, Rachel, in the Savannah Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon in Savannah, GA. This was my 8th state toward my 50 By 50 Challenge to run a half marathon in all 50 states before I turn 50. It was also my 15th half marathon. Savannah is a beautiful city, and everything is relatively close. Because I had planned to do this race in 2013, I already had a plan, so I booked a hotel early, as they fill up even before the race registration goes out. We stayed at the Marriott Courtyard, which is an awesome location, because you are halfway between the start and finish lines.
This was the view from our room.
We woke up about 5 AM, had a little breakfast & fluids, got ready, and off to the start line we went.
I planned a meetup for our Fifty States Half Marathon Club at the start line (Customs House) at 6:15 AM. I had never met anyone from the club, so I was apprehensive if anyone would show. I made a sign, and that helped us all meet up. I think there were 11 of us to show. A great turnout! We only chatted for a few minutes, then we all had to get to our various corrals.
On Saturday, November 8, 2014, I completed the Savannah Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon, in Savannah, Georgia.
This was my 8th state completed in my 50 By 50 Challenge. I have updated the page with this race’s information.
I have also added a new medal page for the state of Georgia which includes this race’s medal image.
I will have the race recap later this week. Stay tuned.
While I am in Savannah running the Savannah Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon, my running partner, Becky, is running the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon. While at the expo, she noticed they they had the medals available for the Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend. So I thought I would share them with you.
10K medal
