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Edith | Budget Runner Bestie

@budgetrunnerbestie

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2026 @londonmarathon
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Raleigh mother, caregiver prepares to run in 2026 London Marathon

Donate by going to Getting this mom to the London Marathon Journey on #GoFundMe

#londonmarathon #marathontraining #specialneeds #specialneedsmom #specialneedsparenting #running #preparation #training #raleighnc #raleigh #northcarolina taken in Raleigh, North Carolina by @budgetrunnerbestie

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I ran the London Marathon. My first ever 26.2 miles.

I will be honest, this race didn’t go the way I planned. My pace slowed down a lot and I feel embarrassed about it. I am proud of how hard I’ve worked to get here especially with having to juggle being a mom and caregiver. But realizing that the time goal I set for one of the biggest races in my life was a hard thing to face.

And then I remembered why I was there: my daughter, every mom who has ever put herself last and every caregiver running on empty and can’t often show up for themselves.

I ran this marathon for every person who was made to feel like they didn’t belong as a runner or couldn’t call themselves one either.

I was not alone out there. Strangers cheered me on. People ran beside me for miles without knowing my story. The London crowd showed up in a way I was not prepared for. And I carried every single caregivers story with me even when the miles were hard and I was trying to catch up to my goal pace.

Your stories matter and I’m so honored to have done this for us.

I crossed that finish line as a charity runner for Team @SenseCharity, an organization that provides services for people living with complex medical needs. This race was personal in ways I still do not have the right words for.

If you have ever gotten in your own way and had to remind yourself why you started, then you already know exactly how this race felt.

If you have been waiting for a sign that your story and goals are important and still achievable, then this is it.

Our stories don’t end here and I helped prove that today with everyone’s help, support and stories.

💕Share this with someone who needs to hear that it is still possible.

💜There’s still time to donate to my marathon fundraiser to help more than 30,000 disabled people get the services they need through Sense Charity. Every bit helps and all proceeds go directly to the charity. The link is in my bio. Thank you!

#marathontraining #londonmarathon #charityrunner #momsthatrun #running taken in London, England by @budgetrunnerbestie

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6 months ago

Happy New Year’s Eve, Besties! 🥂

Before the year wraps up, I’m making one final push for my London Marathon mission. I’m running for Sense Charity, an incredible organization that supports disabled children and adults and their families.

I talk about inclusion and accessibility a lot, but this is my way of putting those words into action. Team Sense provides life-changing services like respite care for exhausted families and sensory equipment for children. It’s about making sure everyone feels seen and supported.

If you’ve been meaning to support, now is the time:
1. Click the JustGiving link in my bio.
2. Every donation (even $5 or $10!) makes a massive difference.
3. Donate by 11:59 PM tonight to receive your 2025 tax-deductible receipt via email instantly.

To everyone who has donated, shared, or just cheered me on this year, thank you. You are the village that gets me to the start line.

Let’s finish 2025 by doing some good together.

#LondonMarathon #SenseCharity #BudgetRunnerBestie #CharityRunner #RunningCommunity A composite photo of a woman in running gear with text overlay: "#TEAMSENSE RUNNING FOR THOSE WHO CAN’T. Only a few hours left to help me hit my London Marathon goal and claim your 2025-deductible donation. by @budgetrunnerbestie

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I’m a little late to this trend but this looks correct, right? I hope the algorithm gods are pleased with this offering.

All jokes aside, I’m Edith, your @budgetrunnerbestie and I’m here to show that running and fitness can be accessible, inclusive and affordable. Follow for less word salad and actual budget running tips!

#running #runningtips #budgetrunning #runningshoes #runningcommunity taken in United States by @budgetrunnerbestie

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2 months ago

When y’all go low, I go straight to hellllllll when it comes to my running friends. We ride and run at dawn for each other!

Derek (@marathoninvestigation) does an AMAZING job and is a gift from the running gods. The amount of time I spend on his site is….a lot!🫣Support and follow if you don’t already!

And ditto for @officialunofficialtime .

(Don’t mind the 3 emotional support beverages.)

🙋🏾‍♀️So, who’s with me when it comes to supporting other runners like this?

#runningcommunity #running #unhinged #marathon #runtok by @budgetrunnerbestie

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2 months ago

Working out for your physical and mental health is great and all but I need real motivation and this is mine.

I also want BBL/Ozempy allegations and that Megan Thee Stallion physique. We’re getting it one workout at a time, y’all!

If you see me in the gym almost daily, just know I’m there for personal reasons. And to have a great time too.

🫣Who else can relate to this? Be honest!

Follow me for more budget running and fitness tips that are relatable and not cringe 🤞🏾

#momsthatrun #runningcommunity #planetfitness #workingout #running by @budgetrunnerbestie

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3 months ago

I was taking my health seriously but if we can’t get produce because of cyclospora, I guess my summer body will have to wait until next summer or the summer after that 🤷🏾‍♀️

All jokes aside, cyclospora is very serious and there are almost 5,000 reported cases nationwide as of today. Please be careful with your fresh produce and wash it very, very well.

It’s alleged that the outbreak began with Taylor Farms lettuce. The company also sells their products to different grocery stores under different brands so do your research and stay safe.

No weight or body goal is worth risking your health.

#runningcommunity #vegan #cyclospora #healthnews #workingout by @budgetrunnerbestie

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The romper was $1 from Walmart’s clearance section and I wasn’t sure T would even fit when I bought it. The Stanley was a gift from my best friend two years ago (love you 1000000000x, bestie!) The Monster was free because of a buy 3 get 1 deal so I did pay for 2 but who’s counting? And of course, the Planet Fitness gym membership is free through my health insurance.

This is what working out on a budget actually looks like and I will never apologize for it. Not will I shut up about it.

I posted a video of how to get a free or discounted gym membership through your healthcare plan and it’s also linked in this reel. If you have UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna, Humana or a Medicaid managed care plan, you might already have access to programs like One Pass or Active& & Fit.

Running and fitness don’t have to cost what the industry tells you they cost. That’s literally why I’m here. Follow me @budgetrunnerbestie if you’re tired of being priced out of taking care of yourself.

#running #affordablefitness #inclusivefitness #activewear #marathontraining by @budgetrunnerbestie

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3 months ago

No gatekeeping here! We want ALL your money saving secrets. 💸

How do YOU save money on a race? Whether it’s snagging an early bird discount, splitting a hotel room with your running crew, or waiting for a gear sale, drop your best tips below ⬇️

This week I’m featuring a guest post from @budgetrunnerbestie on runwanderwear.com with even more ways to keep your race budget in check. Link in bio! 🔗

➡️ Save this post and come back to read the comments with all the money savings tips! A Motivation Monday graphic from @RunWanderWear with a light pink dotted background. Bold black text reads “How Do You Save Money On A Race?” with “Motivation Monday” in large pink text at the top. Smaller bold text below invites followers to share their best money-saving tips for race entry fees or running gear in the comments, and directs them to check out a guest post from @BudgetRunnerBestie on RunWanderWear.com. taken in Chicago, Illinois by @budgetrunnerbestie

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Planet Fitness already starts at $10 a month. But what if your health insurance made it free and you could also have access to different gyms at no extra cost?

A lot of people have no idea that their health insurance includes a gym membership benefit. Programs like Active and Fit, One Pass and @silversneakers are included in many plans through UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna, Humana and even Medicaid managed care plans! This means you might have access to gyms like Planet Fitness, LA Fitness, Anytime Fitness and the YMCA at little to no cost.

For runners, this means free treadmill access, cross training and strength work without adding another monthly expense to your training budget. These benefits edits also include online workouts, sometimes free swag and nutrition counseling:

Call your insurance or check your plan documents under fitness benefits to see what gyms near you participate.

You can also check your eligibility on the Active and Fit or One Pass websites.

Hit that follow button and follow me for more budget running tips that actually save you money.

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#budgetrunning #gymmotıvatıon #running #runningtips #affordablefitness taken in United States by @budgetrunnerbestie

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4 months ago

This video and page are for the ones training for their first half marathon on a budget they actually have

And the ones googling whether last year’s shoe model is still good enough (it is and it’s much cheaper!). It’s also for the ones skipping races because the registration fee went up again and it just doesn’t make sense right now.

That’s who I make content for. I make content for the athletes who shop at outlet stores and know to look for various discounts for the things they need to keep them moving. The athletes who need someone to tell them where the actual deals are and that they’re not behind for not having all of it.

I’m your @budgetrunnerbestie and I help you find the deals and tips to help you stay on budget as athletes because we’ve still got real life happening.

5,000 of you have found my account and I’m so grateful for your support and love. And it also tells me that we need more conversations about keeping sports affordable and inclusive for everyone.

Follow me to get more tips on running as a budget bestie and don’t forget that everyone belongs at the start line.

#marathontraining #momsthatrun #runningcommunity #running #runningtips by @budgetrunnerbestie

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