A few weeks ago, I searched for a night-time run and found that the Richard’s Run for Life 5k was about to take place. Val and I signed up even though we knew we wouldn’t have much time to continue with our run training apps before the 4th.
Being the best and most supportive friend ever, Val suggested we order FoodFash shirts, as long as they were bright colors. I whooped up a couple on Spreadshirt before heading to LA and, thankfully, they arrived two days before the race.
We planned a meeting spot in case we separated by the end of the run, but just before mile two we found each other and ran together the rest of the way. We only walked for three short intervals (a minute or less) – which was impressive to both of us since the last time either of us ran was earlier in October.
Even though there was plenty of food after the race, the lines were entirely too long for our hunger level. We walked over to one of our favorites, The Laughing Cat, to reward our bellies with carb loaded Italian.
Oh, and a pitcher of sangria!
I ordered the mussels. They were soaked in the best marinara in town and topped with the freshest of basil. Even though these mussels were mammoth in size (typically not my style), the flavor and texture were similar to smaller mussels, so I didn’t mind.
I probably would have been fine with bread and mussels, but I am still partially off the non-dairy wagon and wanted to indulge in pasta from my favorite Italian joint. So glad I did!
We most definitely celebrated burning 300 calories by consuming 1000, but it made for a super fun Friday night!
What do you like to eat after a race?
Yeah for us finishing the 5k!!
Can’t wait for the next one!