Last night was the Girls on the Run kick-off party. When they say kick-off party, they really just mean a meeting for the coaches. Heh.
I am so excited for this upcoming season. The Husband will be my co-coach again, but we’re bring on two new co-coaches – my friend Catherine and fellow blogger Katy. I thought it would be necessary – and fun – to have more coaches because by the time we do the end-of-season 5K, I will be 8 months and 3 weeks pregnant. Might need some backup, huh?
We discussed registration (registration day is often crazy because each team has a limit of 15 girls but interest may be higher – moms get crazy, yo), our new national sponsors (yay, Athleta!), rainy day procedures, and other details. I just can’t wait to get started… the season begins at the end of February. Hopefully most of the cold weather will be over by then!
On that note, Happy Hump Day.
I picked up this gluten-free pancake mix yesterday – it’s made wonderfully dense and chewy waffles.
I loaded our waffles up with frozen blueberries and almond slices, and then topped the waffles with vanilla Greek yogurt.
Yogurt is really better on waffles than maple syrup. I swear.
In case you’re looking for a really amazing community service opportunity….
More Girls on the Run Info
How to Get Involved with GOTR <— councils ALWAYS need volunteers!
Girls on the Run Spring 5K 2011
Any other GOTR coaches gearing up for the spring?
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Ahhhh! Yayay
I’ve heard so many wonderful things about Girls on the Run. Slash we are waffle twins. I had some today, but they were not blueberry. You win.
We packed coaches boxes last week and are getting ready to start in March!
So cool! It sounds like a very exciting season up ahead.
I love Greek yogurt on waffles and pancakes too, way better than syrup
The waffles look so delicious!! And very cool that you’ve got Athleta as a national sponsor! We don’t have Athleta here in Canada but I think their stuff can be ordered online and shipped. I’m going to investigate because I really like it!
We are getting ready for our very first season here at Girls on the Run Twin Cities!!
I’m not involved in Girls on the Run, but I am with See-Us Run Des Moines, a program that teaches inner-city, at-risk/underserved youth that if they set goals and have determination, they can conquer anything – even running a marathon, a feat that only 1% of the population has accomplished. Last year was my first year involved in the program, and it was by far the best experience of my life.
Sounds like a really amazing organization!
I looked into getting involved with GOTR in the fall but the registration had already closed so I signed up to receive the volunteer opportunities emails… Unfortunately, I was either out of town or already had plans on race days but hope to find a time this spring!
P.S. Loveee topping french toast, pancakes, and waffles with some thick and creamy Greek yogurt- def better than some runny syrup
I still say that peanut butter and honey are the best waffle toppings. I haven’t tried yogurt though, so I guess my opinion is biased.*
those waffles look delicious! I haven’t tried any GF mixes yet, I’ve been making things on my own, but I should try that one! Well, maybe the pancake one since I don’t have a waffle maker…
Have you met a GOTR coach named Becky Snyder? She’s an old friend of mine from college, says she’s coaching in charlotte. Good luck on the new season!
I have not! cool that your friend is coaching though
I have my first GOTR coach training session this Saturday! So excited!
i love to top waffles and pancakes with greek yogurt.. adds a little bit of protein in addition to the deliciousness!
Ugh. Sports parents can be tough. How do they end up doing it if there are extra interested girls? First come, first serve or a lottery?
first come and then they try to open up another program at the school if there is enough interest/volunteers
I coached last season and loved working with the girls. I still have to decide if coaching fits in my schedule this season. Fingers crossed! It was a blast. And good idea bringing in 2 new coaches. You can never have too many extra adults around.
Ah, I love Athletica! that is so exciting for you guys
Girls on the Run=best volunteer program EVER.
I’m a SoleMate this year for my April 22 half marathon!
Happy Hump day!
You totally 100% inspired me to be a coach this spring and we had our coaches meeting/ kickoff last Sunday. I am so excited for the program – I can tell already that I’m going to love it. Thanks Caitlin!
I hope you have a blast!
As much as I love yogurt, maple syrup wins the gold in my book for waffles, pancakes, fresh toasts,oatmeal, you name it!
Just got the site availability for GOTR Columbus! It will be my first season – can’t wait!
aweeeeeeeesome! have fun!
I love GOTR – my first race ever was the GOTR 5k in the fall, and now I’m registered for a 15k and a half marathon!
I am going to look and see if there is a GOTR group in my area!!
I love yogurt on pancakes and waffles. It really is the besat topping! I love to top mine with a dollop of plain yogurt and a smear of jam for some sweetness. Or yogurt mixed with pb. Or both for a pb and j waffle!
Just signed up to be a SoleMate!
Those waffles look ahh-mazing. I’m more of an almond butter and jam topper for my waffles though. What a great breakfast to start the day!
The girls are lucky to have such awesome coaches. You will all have a ball.
Caitlin,
I was so excited to find out that there is a local group of GOTR here in Topeka. I’m not in a position to volunteer to work with the group but I was able to make a donation to help out. I love reading about your experiences with the girls.
Thank you for donating!
Yes, yogurt is indeed better topped on almost anything
I love yogurt with almost anything–YUMM!!
What a fun way to participate in the community–sounds like such a great organization!
I’d LOVE to participate in Girls on the Run, and inquired way back when I first read about it on your blog. Sadly there are no councils here on Long Island and it takes a lot of money to start one up – money that I can’t take out of my pocket with a 2 year old and a baby on the way. I’m hoping that somehow, a council will get started so that I can volunteer — I think the org’s purpose is SUCH A WONDERFUL one, and I’d love to be involed! All the best for your upcoming season!
You could try being a Solemate!
I think they just added a new one, because I also checked a few months ago, and didn’t see one on Long Island. I just checked again today because I am intereared in becoming a SoleMate, and found on in Nassau County! http://gotrnassau.org/
I love mixing strawberry fruit preserves into Greek yogurt as a waffle topper!
So fun!! I would LOVE to do GOTR, but I just can’t make it out of work in the mid-afternoon
Maybe one day…..
I love yogurt on waffles!!!
Those waffles look fantastic. I wish Bob’s pancake mix didn’t have xanthan gum in it, because I’ve always wanted to try it. Oh well, I’ll have to stick to oat flour pancakes!
Have you ever had yogurt IN your waffles?? My family makes a sour cream waffle recipe (that I’ve made with greek yogurt once or twice). So good! And then you can eat your waffle with your hands (instead of a fork), as they were meant to be eaten (a point of contention between myself and my parents, which after 26yrs I still refuse to back down on).
oh this soundssssss really good. i’ve made yogurt muffins but need to try waffles.
I just want you to know that I am emailing them about starting a local chapter here, thanks to your blog! I’ve been pondering over this since you first posted about the organization.. here goes nothing!
Me! First time head coach and nervous but excited!
Our season starts next week. So excited!!!
So cool! I love reading your GOTR stories!
I’m going to be a GOTR Assistant coach this season and cannot wait : )
Thank you for volunteering Jenn!
i would love to work with girls on the run but I dont think there is anything local to do that