REVIEW: Zwift Run

Disclaimer: I received a free Zwift Run Pod as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!

If you are like me, running on the dreadmill treadmill can be a total downer. I get so bored and the miles just feel like they drag on and on. Luckily, Zwift has come up with a solution for runners like us!

In september, myself and a group of several other Bibrave Pros were sent foot pods, and a opted into the task of using Zwift to train for our fall Turkey Trots. Every Tuesday, we ran as a group in our weekly Turn It Up Tuesday event. 

You may be asking, what is Zwift? Zwift is a global online running platform that allows you to follow structured workouts with athletes from all over the world- anytime! Getting started is simple- you simply download the free Zwift App and the Zwift companion app from your app store. You can use any cell phone or tablet or even an appleTV! You design your Avatar and enter the world of Zwifters. 

Though there are other ways to tap into the Zwift world (bluetooth treadmills etc.) myself and the other BibRave Pros utilized the Zwift footpods. You simply attached the device to the laces of your favorite running shoes, calibrate the pod then sync it to your phone or other device - after that you are ready to run! 

I had some learning curves when trying to figure out the best way to use the pods. Luckily for me, Zwift published some amazing tutorial videos. Once I figured things out I was off to the races figuratively and literally. I had so much fun joining other Zwifter and BRPs on our runs - there really is a pace group and intervals for everyone. These trainings helped me shave some time off the first 5k of my "Turkey Trot" half marathon the weekend after thanksgiving!

Have you used Zwift before? Would you consider a virtual running group with friends?

I'M IN! Delaware Running Festival 2020

Disclaimer: I received free entry to the Delaware Running Festival Half Marathon as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review find and write race reviews!

I am thrilled to announce my second spring race already on the docket! I will be joining several members of Team Bibrave at the Delaware Marathon Running Festival this April! I will be checking off another state on my 50 Half list (and this one will bring me a little closer to catch up with Riley, as she's already done Delaware.) 

This year's #swag - An Under Armor long sleeve!

I spent some time this morning checking out a fellow #bibravepro Becky's past reviews on this race (She lives in delaware so this running festival is a regular for her!) Her feedback and point of view has me even more excited for this race than I already was. I especially can't wait to catch glimpses of the Brandywine Zoo which is a featured section of the course. 

Becky's review also mentions that this course is HILLY. I will need to keep that in mind so I don't repeat the pure exhaustion that was Kansas City. Even though I had an absolutely amazing experience at that race, I can't deny that my fitness capacity on those hills was less than awe inspiring. I hope to knock off some time on my clock for this race, as my Half Marathons as of late have been hovering at least 25 minutes over my old comfortable time. 

Have you run at the Delaware Running Festival before? Share your experiences in the comments! Want to join? Use Discount code "DELAWARERAVE20" for 10% off your registration!