Theresa (second from the right) and her colourful group of friends.

Theresa Ridgway lives life in the fast lane. She's the ambassador at our Newburyport, MA showroom who has run 3:04 not once, but twice. (She also was the first person to answer all our interview questions.) Theresa doesn't do yoga for a couple of reasons - one is that it means she has to put on the brakes. Luckily for us, she slowed down enough to share a bit of her story.  

the road to boston with theresa ridgway

Who inspired you to start running?I was the combination of my father, who was generally athletic and loved the outdoors, and my mother, a very quiet but strong woman. The gifts they gave me combined into a love of endurance running. I would say my twin brother Tom, but no matter what he says, I started running first.  

Friends make the miles go by quickly (Theresa, left, with friend Amy)

Why Boston?

The first time I ran it, I did it mostly because I qualified. It was just something everyone I knew did: if you qualify for Boston, you go run it. I kept saying I wasn't going to run it again but I quickly realized that it is such a huge part of the running culture that I wanted to be a part of it. Boston is special that way.

What’s your goal for the race?I want to feel as good at the end of the marathon as I did last year. As far as time, my PR for Boston is 3:15 so I would like to beat that time.  I have run 3:04 twice.  I would love  to beat that - maybe go under 3 hours - but Boston can be a tough course. With that said, I'm coming off seventeen weeks of speed work and intense hill training so, you never know.

What has yoga done for your running regime?

I don't do yoga, actually.

Seriously? Why not?Well, lots of reasons. I haven't found any instructors I really like since I did it in the late 90's.  I like to be active and I find that yoga is usually too slow for me. I do TRX and spin (if I can) and I am busy with a full-time job. As a single mother I don't have a lot of spare time.  I do what I love with the time I have - I run.

When you’re not training you’re…

Spending time with my beautiful 6 year-old daughter, Maria, reading, writing and working.  I also have a great network of friends. We're lucky enough to enjoy each other even when we are not running.

Theresa & Maria

What’s next for you after Boston?I am registered for my first 100k, Where's Waldo, in Oregon in August.  I also registered for my first triathlon, Title 9, in Hopkinton, MA, of all places. I want to do the Transrockies Challenge but I need the right partner for it. You simply can't do it with just anyone...

visit us in boston

There's no shortage of fun to be had in Boston. Get all the details on the Prudential store’s Facebook page.

want more?

• Apply to be an ambassador. Stop by your local store or apply online.
• Take your training up a notch. Gina did it with yoga.  
• Run longer. Get tips on building your endurance.
• Be at the race next year. Here are some tips to get you started. 

Do you find yoga balances your running? Theresa's probably not alone out there. We crave it after a few days of training but it's not for everyone...yet. 

We often get asked here at lululemon whether or not we have a maternity line. The truth is, many of our products are already perfect for growing with your body before, throughout, and after your pregnancy. The reason? Four-way stretch and flattering cuts designed to show off your curves.

Here's a few expecting moms we grabbed from the Vancouver Store Support Centre office for an impromptu photoshoot at the park for a little more on what they've been wearing and loving during their pregnancy:

Bree Stanlake
Position at lululemon: Director of Ecommerce
Tell us about your nine-month uniform: What I'm wearing today at six months pregnant is no different than what I would've worn before being pregnant. My lululemon clothes take me from circuit class to the office to home and will stretch with me throughout my pregnancy. I’ve been living in my Wonder Unders and Groove Pants, and layering with Pima cotton tees and tanks.

Above: Bree is relaxing on the grass in a Deep V Tank and Groove Crops.

Rishi Tiwana
Role at lululemon: Sourcing Analyst
Tell us about your nine-month uniform: lululemon is perfect to wear during my pregnancy because it is comfortable, functional, and fashionable all at the same time. I wear my lululemon clothes to work out, run errands on the weekends, and to the office. I love that the luon is so comfortable and stretches with my growing belly. My favorite pieces of clothing to wear during my pregnancy are the Movement Tank, Groove Down Pant, and to keep me cozy, the Savasana Wrap.

Above: Rishi is catching some sun in the  Remix Hoodie Lux and Groove Down Crops. 

Christy Davidson
Role at lululemon: Accessories Designer
Tell us about your nine-month uniform: All I am wearing these days is lululemon. All I can say is 4 way stretch – it is so comfortable! My favorite pieces are my Wonder Unders and Cool racer back tanks, I love to layer with them! I know I will continue to live in my lululemon clothes once I am a momma, it just makes me feel good!

Above: Christy sits pretty in a Bon Bon Cool Racerback and Wonder Unders.