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Sooooo I did a thing!

Officially got my first tattoo today. Pretty pumped. Been thinking about getting one for years now. Never thought I’d ever have the pain tolerance for something like this but in the recent years that slowly changed.

Tigers have been one of my favourite animals, the write up in one of photo sums up the last few years which makes it all tie together nicely.

One of the hardest things was sitting still for almost 4 hrs. I was able to walk around a bit. The pain wasn’t too bad. Just the last 30 mins was a little rough. Overall not too bad.

Thanks to @skinandbonestattoo at @ironlotuswinnipeg for helping make my vision come to life. The tattoo came out way better than I imagined. So realistic, absolutely love it.

Who would have thought I’d ever get a tattoo.

#tattoo #tiger #tattooed #firsttattoo❤️ #tat taken in Iron Lotus by @running_tim8oes

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a year ago

The support I got today from my friends, family spectators volunteers after shit hit the fan is something I’ll never forget. I am so glad to be a part of such a wonderful community!

Here is my recap!

The first half was great! After about 22kms my stomach start acting up, slowly started getting some hip pain. I tried to slow down my pace and I didn’t want anyone to see me walk along Wellington Crescent. Which was probably a mistake but hey I was using it as motivation.

When I turned on to Guelph, I took a walk break, then I started running again I felt like I was going to throw up or possibly shit my pants. Once we got on to Harrow I noticed a porta potty across from the water station. I went in there sat down tried to strength my hip and use the facilities.

When I got out my hip still didn’t feel right so I got some water, stretched it out a bit more walked for a bit and kept going. I just couldn’t get back into a rhythm so I walked lots. It also got super hot out and my shirt was bothering me so I took it right off.

I wanted the call and uber, dnf and quit running entirely. Then I reminded myself that I didn’t put in all this work to give up. Goal A was always to cross the finish line.

When I got back into Fort Garry I knew my time goal was out the window so I just kept walking and slowly the hip pain went away. I had 3 people offer me a seat or a ride back but I refused,I told them thanks but I have to finish this.

About 4 miles left I felt my shoe rubbing against my ankle bone. A few meters after the 24 mile marker. I unlaced my shoes, took them off and carried them down Pembina hwy to finish line. Carrying my shirt in one hand and my shoes in the other. I confused and got praised by a lot of people, which actually benefited me.

Considering everything that happened to me today I can’t believe I pulled off the time that I got. Running my 3rd fastest marathons I’m a little upset with myself, but we are our own toughest critics so it’s all good.

Thanks to everyone for the support today. So happy I have you in my life!

#marathon #didit #fullmarathon #runwpg #run #raceday #garminrun #runrunrun #rest #nopainnogain #happyfathers by @running_tim8oes

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Let’s draw some January inspiration from a local runner who is well-known in the Winnipeg running community - @running_tim8oes . Tim took a challenging personal experience and turned it into a positive movement for himself and for the entire Manitoba running community.

At the end of 2023, Tim faced a heavy personal struggle. He could have chosen to remain in that difficult space, but instead, he set two resolutions that have had a profound impact on his life. First, Tim took on the @bigskyrunco January run streak challenge, which turned into a streak that’s still going strong today. Second, he committed to running with as many different run clubs across the province as possible. Along the way, he made new friends, reconnected with old ones, and inspired others to join him. Tim is kind and generous with a smile for everyone he meets. I hope his New Year’s resolutions might spark a positive change in you too. by @running_tim8oes

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2 years ago

Run streak day 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣.

Today marks my 1000th day running at least ONE mile in a day.

Over the last 1000 days I’ve logged 8,220km (5107 miles) in 2 countries, 5 provinces, 2 states lots of cities, around parking lots up and down driveways and many more crazy places.

There has been lots of days that I wanted to quit but somehow @bigskyrunco 2024 streak through January challenge I signed up in December 2023 that should have last 31 days. Has yes, hit it’s 1000th day. Crazy eh!

As I reflect on this streak the thing I’m most proud of is the friends I’ve made, the people I’ve reconnected with and the kindness you all show. This run streak and the running community saved me. Having all of you by my side through the good days and the bad is by far the best and has helped me grow into a much better human.

It’s kind of cool how our trauma has united us and we help each other become better versions of ourselves.

Love you all! Thanks for all the love you sent my way in the last few days and of course always being in my corner.
#runstreak #run #runnersofinstagram #running #1000 by @running_tim8oes

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23 days ago

Telling the girls what I ended up getting for them.

Sophie’s says I’m very lucky. 🍀 🥰

@bluejays

#bluejays #baseball #dadlife #baseballislife #ball by @running_tim8oes

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a month ago

Did some pushups on the glass floor in the @cntower

Couldn’t think of a better way to conquer my fear of heights! 🫣🥴😅

#pushups #cntower #glassfloor #fearofheights #toronto by @running_tim8oes

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Apparently these were too good not to post!

Hopefully I can do this race again next year.

@trailsoftobaevents

#quads #actionshot #trailrun #run #nature by @running_tim8oes

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a month ago

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Running 🤝 Le Burger Week

Our friend @jmalapad ‘s first impression of The Odysseus at @theforkswinnipeg after @bridgeforksrunning

Double Shallot Aioli
Rossini Sauce
Whipped Boursin Cheese
Matchstick Fries
Free- Range Beef Patty
Sherry Arugula
Le Croissant Potato Bun by @running_tim8oes

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2 months ago

Turns out this province has some pretty big hills, who knew.

The hype about the spine was under played. It was stunning. It’s truly amazing how beautiful our province is.

I have mixed feelings about my performance. Only since I’m hard on myself. I found it challenging to get into a groove. My lack of training with my hip soreness and tightness. However I took my time, made sure I didn’t over do it. With that I feel is some pretty good growth for myself.

Got to love the good ole fight with the mind convincing myself to just keep moving forward and not to DNF. After I saw the spine I just wanted to call it a day!

Thanks to @trailsoftobaevents for bumping Race the North Face up so it landed on a kid free weekend for me. Been wanting to do this race for a few years now. Made an exception to my not signing up for races this year since the running gods hinted I should do it!

On a positive note, can’t wait for the next time I run this course and crush a bunch of strava segment PB’s.

Highly recommend giving this race a shot. You will not regret it!

Also pizza at the finish line…what could be better!

#trailrun #running #manitoba #pizza #trailrunner by @running_tim8oes

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2 months ago

Gotta love ivy. This came up nice and easy. The other weeds not so much.

Inside work is pretty much done. Now just need to tackle the over grown weeds in the courtyard I’ve neglected since June.

I’m sure the teachers prefer their rooms ready than the courtyard. 🤔😜

#greenthumb #weedingparty #work #freshair #courtyard

The amount of weeding hashtags because people typed wedding incorrectly is hilarious 😆 by @running_tim8oes

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She’s been asking for a bigger one of these for a while. Found one on marketplace.

Whatever helps build confidence!

Oh and I added lots of emojis since I know yall love that shit!

#surprise #skateboard #happykid #summer #daughter by @running_tim8oes

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3 months ago

“Must be nice to be off all summer” 🤭😅

It’s actually fun being able to show people what happens inside the schools while they are closed for summer.

Never worked so hard over a summer break but the floors are looking incredible!

Not having to juggle summer school and construction gives us a bit more time to give the floors a little note attention.

#netflix #summercleaning #school #waxing #cleanfloors by @running_tim8oes

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