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August 27, 2013      46 Comments

I have been selected as one of ten Ambassadors for the 2014 ZOOMA Florida Half Marathon & 5K!

ZOOMA Ambassador Badge 2014

I am so excited and so honored to be a part of this great event, and I’m incredibly proud to be sporting the above badge on my sidebar.

The 2014 ZOOMA Florida event will be held on January 18 at the Ritz-Carlton on Amelia Island. It’s a spectacular location, quiet and secluded, full of small town charm and natural beauty. I really can’t think of a better place for a race weekend away. Participants can choose to run a 5K or a half marathon, and then spend the rest of the day enjoying an oceanfront after-party, live music, post-race massages, shopping and recovery yoga. Not only will it be an awesome race weekend for local athletes, it will make for a great girls’ weekend for those traveling from farther away.

 

photo courtesy of ZOOMArun.com

While ZOOMA is a women’s race series, dedicated to the empowerment of women (in fact, the series was listed as one of FitSugar’s top  races to run with the girls), males and females are welcome to run and enjoy.

What comes with your registration fee?

  • Entry into an unforgettable, professionally-managed and timed half marathon or 5K race
  • Access to a full weekend of yoga, sponsored cocktail hour, and a Fitness Expo
  • ZOOMA Signature Swag Bag (over $50 value)
  • Water and Cytomax Sports Performance drink on the course
  • Water, Cytomax Sports Performance drink, Muscle Milk Light and food at the finish line
  • GU Energy Gel station along the course
  • Wine from Barefoot Wine & Bubbly at the After-Party Expo
  • Necklace designed exclusively by Satya Jewelry for ZOOMA for all half marathon finishers
  • Post-race massage, shopping and live music at the ZOOMA After-Party Expo

I am ecstatic to have this half marathon on my race calendar and I hope you’re as excited as I am!

Are you ready to register for a weekend of racing and relaxation? Insert the code FLAAMB3 at the end of the form to get 10% off your ZOOMA Florida race!

Have you ever run this, or any other ZOOMA race, in the past?

Will you be at Amelia Island on January 18?

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  1. Patty Holliday says

    August 27, 2013 at 6:37 pm

    AMAZING news!!! Congrats Jen! I am so happy for you. 🙂
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    • runswithpugs says

      August 27, 2013 at 7:07 pm

      Thank you, Patty! I’ve been beaming since I got the news!

      Reply
  2. Wornout Soles says

    August 27, 2013 at 6:44 pm

    Awesome!! Congrats on becoming a Zooma ambassador!
    Wornout Soles recently posted…Sharing Secrets – Goals for Big GeorgeMy Profile

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    • runswithpugs says

      August 27, 2013 at 7:20 pm

      Thank you so much!
      runswithpugs recently posted…i’d like to share some awesome news!My Profile

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  3. Jane says

    August 27, 2013 at 6:50 pm

    Congratulations, Jen! That sounds like a great opportunity for you, and an amazing race for anyone to participate in! What a location!!

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    • runswithpugs says

      August 27, 2013 at 6:59 pm

      I know! The Amelia Island/Fernandina areas are incredible and really, the perfect way to showcase NE Florida. Mr PugRunner and I have also stayed at that particular Ritz-Carlton before for a date weekend and it’s nothing short of fabulous.

      Reply
  4. Kristen @ The Smith Summary says

    August 27, 2013 at 6:51 pm

    Wow, congratulations Jen!!!!
    Kristen @ The Smith Summary recently posted…The Doc Is In!My Profile

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    • runswithpugs says

      August 27, 2013 at 7:05 pm

      Thank you, Kristen! I am so excited!

      Reply
  5. Jane says

    August 27, 2013 at 6:52 pm

    I just re-read my message and don’t see an option to edit my typo…but I know you are a two-N Jenn. Oops! Forgive me 😉

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    • runswithpugs says

      August 27, 2013 at 7:03 pm

      LOL!

      Reply
  6. Krissy @ Shiawase Life says

    August 27, 2013 at 6:55 pm

    See you there, my friend! 🙂

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    • runswithpugs says

      August 27, 2013 at 7:03 pm

      Congratulations! I am so excited – there is such a great time and I am looking so forward to getting to know all the ambassadors better! I’m counting on you for countdowns, too!

      Reply
  7. Kristin @ A Mom on the Run says

    August 27, 2013 at 7:22 pm

    Wahhoooooo!! I can’t wait!!!
    Kristin @ A Mom on the Run recently posted…Run Zooma? Yes, Please!My Profile

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    • runswithpugs says

      August 27, 2013 at 7:32 pm

      Me either! There are some amazing women and athletes on the team!

      Reply
  8. Amanda @ There Are 2 Sides says

    August 27, 2013 at 7:35 pm

    This sounds like SO much fun! I wish I lived there so I could run this!
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    • runswithpugs says

      August 27, 2013 at 8:34 pm

      I am pretty giddy about it! I wish you lived here, too. There are ZOOMA races in a few other cities, though. Maybe there will be one closer to home for you?
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  9. Shannon says

    August 27, 2013 at 7:42 pm

    Awesome! Congrats…that looks like a great event!
    Wish I was closer!
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    • runswithpugs says

      August 27, 2013 at 8:28 pm

      I can’t wait! There are so many fun events surrounding the races, and the course is going to be so lovely. I wish you were closer, too!

      Reply
  10. Darlene says

    August 27, 2013 at 8:08 pm

    WooHoo! Congrats. So happy for you. Wish I could do it!

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    • runswithpugs says

      August 27, 2013 at 8:27 pm

      Thank you! It will be much warmer down here than up there, that’s for sure!

      Reply
  11. Rachel @ Undercover Diva: A Sitcom says

    August 27, 2013 at 9:30 pm

    Congratulations, Jenn! This is so exciting! Maybe I’ll look into running it 😉 Sounds fabulous!
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    • runswithpugs says

      August 28, 2013 at 12:46 pm

      Oh, you should! You’re not that far away! Bring some friends and make a weekend of it!
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    • Cori @ olivetorun says

      August 28, 2013 at 8:16 pm

      DO IT! I will be there too!! 😀
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      • runswithpugs says

        August 28, 2013 at 8:48 pm

        And the peer pressure begins!!! 🙂

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  12. Kristy says

    August 27, 2013 at 10:23 pm

    That is awesome news!! Congrats!!! I’ve heard of this race, but I haven’t done it. I look forward to hearing how it goes for you, I bet you have a blast!!
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  13. Anne @ CandyCrazedrun.wordpress.com says

    August 28, 2013 at 12:08 am

    Ahhhhh congratulations, that is too neat! If I still lived in FL I would be at that race in a heartbeat! They always look so, so cool when I read other bloggers recaps. Maybe one day!
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  14. Karen @karenlovestorun says

    August 28, 2013 at 12:16 am

    Congratulations! Wish I could fly south for the winter and join ya! 🙂
    Karen @karenlovestorun recently posted…Tackling the Long RunMy Profile

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    • runswithpugs says

      August 28, 2013 at 12:33 pm

      I wish you could, too! You are always so sweet and so supportive. I hope we are able to connect at a race one day!
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  15. Presley @ Run Pretty says

    August 28, 2013 at 12:49 am

    seriously. this race is a blast. can’t wait to see you there!
    Presley @ Run Pretty recently posted…ZOOMA Run Discount Code + MotivationMy Profile

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    • runswithpugs says

      August 28, 2013 at 10:24 am

      From the race reports I’ve read, it sounds like it! So excited to meet you, Presley!

      Reply
  16. Matilda says

    August 28, 2013 at 2:56 am

    *while doing a happy dance* Jenn that’s ah-mazing! Woohoo. Internet High Five! I’m excited for you.
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    • runswithpugs says

      August 28, 2013 at 10:23 am

      I did a happy dance too!!! Thank you!

      Reply
  17. Presh @ The Coily Bombshell says

    August 28, 2013 at 2:12 pm

    Woooop Wooop!! That’s so awesome!!! I’ve never run a ZOOMA race! But heyyy this race is in florida anddd you get wine…. just might have to register 🙂 Congrats to you!
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    • runswithpugs says

      August 28, 2013 at 2:48 pm

      Florida and wine are selling points for me! I hope you decide to come up for it!

      Reply
  18. Cori @ olivetorun says

    August 28, 2013 at 8:15 pm

    I’ll be seeing you there! 😀
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    • runswithpugs says

      August 28, 2013 at 8:48 pm

      I cannot wait!

      Reply
  19. Suzan says

    August 28, 2013 at 9:02 pm

    This is so exciting! Congrats Jenn! Really awesome 🙂 Sending you giant hugs!!
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    • runswithpugs says

      August 29, 2013 at 1:11 pm

      Thanks, Suzan! I am really thrilled! :hug:
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  20. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    August 28, 2013 at 11:52 pm

    Congrats! I hope to run a Zooma race one day. They look so fun!
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    • runswithpugs says

      August 29, 2013 at 1:01 am

      Thank you! I hope you get to run one soon!

      Reply
  21. Debbie @ DebRuns says

    August 29, 2013 at 12:06 am

    Congratulations! That is great news! Be sure to look at my post that’s linked below. You are mentioned in it! 🙂
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    • runswithpugs says

      August 29, 2013 at 1:01 am

      Thank you! I’m so excited! Clicking over now!

      Reply
  22. Cynthia @ You Signed Up For What?! says

    August 29, 2013 at 2:37 am

    Cool! We have a Zooma race in Maryland over in Annapolis, I should check it out next year.
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    • runswithpugs says

      August 29, 2013 at 1:11 pm

      Oh, you should! I bet you will have a blast!
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  23. Stephanie @ Cat Lady Runs says

    November 24, 2013 at 7:06 pm

    This is so exciting- how did you apply to be an ambassador? That is something I’d be super interested in for maybe 2015. If I can get a free race reg. and promote my favorite thing- running- that is SUCH a win!
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    • runswithpugs says

      November 25, 2013 at 2:10 pm

      Some of the big and/or specialty races announce an application process several months to a year prior. If there’s a race you love, maybe try emailing the organizer and seeing if they have an ambassador program or would be interested in starting one. You could get in on the ground floor!

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