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"Everybody's got a laughin' place-trouble is most folks won't take the time to go look for it"
⚪️Half marathoner x36
⚪️Marathoner x6
⚪️Dopey Finisher

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⭐️ Earned.

My first World Major. A new PR. Chicago, I love you.

THAT WAS SO MUCH FUN.

I’m sure I’ll recap later. But needed to show love to my support crew. My husband, who reminded me of my why the night before as I was in full panic mode - “if you’re not having fun, why are you doing it?”. Thanks for bringing me carbs, rolling out my legs, and for your never ending support. My sweet sweet sister, who flew in from NYC to surprise me the night before - ultimate hype woman right there. And to coach @runfitmama . You didn’t think I was crazy for having big goals (which we are saving for another race 😈). You provided the words of encouragement and strategy I needed to get me to that finish line injury free and without hitting a wall. Can’t wait to watch you crush NYC 💪🏼.

So here’s a reminder to run with JOY and HAVE FUN. It’s worth it I promise.

#running #runnersofinstagram #marathontraining #runner #runwithjoy #dopeystrong #marathoner #chicagomarathon #abbottworldmarathonmajors taken in Chicago, Illinois by @seealeighrun

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2 years ago

✅ 3rd Marathon. 11 min PR. First sub-4. Such an unforgettable finish line.

Long recap incoming… My goal for this race was to pull off a sub-4 and see where my fitness was on non Dopey weekend legs (IYKYK). But with less than 3 hours of sleep and abdominal cramps the night before, I became less hopeful.

On race day I picked out the 3:55 pace group and was feeling SO GOOD with them (seriously how have I never run with a pace group, it’s my equivalent of a road treadmill now). My fuel was on point. I was conquering the hills they don’t really warn you about. It was a great race. Until mile 21 😂. It was like a switch flipped and my legs refused to carry me any further. I saw that pace group slowly gain distance and so I did what I normally do when I panic - I text both my husband and @runfitmama that I was a failure (drama much?).

Their encouragement carried me through the final 5.2 miles and I just wanted to make them proud. I wanted to leave that race with a story I was proud to tell. So I ran what I could and walked when I thought my legs would buckle. And when I saw that stadium I picked it up, though was high key terrified that my body would start to crumble in front of everyone. That sensation never came. Those final steps on the Hayward Field track were the best I felt all race. Still trying to figure that one out 😂.

So yes, I’m proud of that race. I fought for that time. But I couldn’t get there without the amazing support of my husband, coach Kristin, and the sweet sweet friends I’ve met in this community that wished me luck that day. So thank you, all. Thank you, Eugene.

Now to rest up before kicking it up a notch for some even bigger Chicago goals 😈.

#running #runnersofinstagram #runner #runwithjoy #dopeystrong #marathoner #race taken in Hayward Field by @seealeighrun

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2 years ago

🌟A Medal Monday I’m quite proud of 🌟

Tired, tear-filled eyes putting these all on for the first time. The months of training finally celebrated after completing the 7th race of an incredible challenge. The “I can’t believe I just did that” thoughts haven’t stopped. WE did that. Pushing to new limits feels good, doesn’t it? I’ll be sitting in this memory for a while I think.

#runstrong #dopeystrong #marathontraining #dopeytodumbo #running #rundisney #runnersofinstagram #dopeytodumbo #dumbodoubledare #MedalMonday taken in Disneyland by @seealeighrun

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3 years ago

Seawheeze you were a dream 🌊

Running is a sport that owes you nothing, yet gives you everything. I had delusional confidence heading into this race and was quickly humbled but how much fitness I’d lost over the past year. It was hard but I loved every step of it. I’m proud of the effort I gave, and still managed to have a blast out there. But still hungry for more.

@lululemon sure knows how to throw a race. Can’t wait for the next one!

#runnergirl #postpartumfitness #motherrunner #medalmonday by @seealeighrun

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2 months ago

#medalmonday

Last minute decision to run the @tcma_events Twisted Cider 12k and walked away with a new shiny medal and a red ribbon 😅.

Proud of my conservative effort to see where my legs were at after 4.5 months of slowly building back speed. Can’t wait to see where we’re at in 2 weeks at my first half PP…

Fun fact: I placed 2nd in my age group for the inaugural Twisted Cider 5k in 2022 - full circle moment! Now can we get that blue ribbon next time 😈

#runnergirl #postpartumfitness #motherrunner taken in The Curran Apple Orchard Park by @seealeighrun

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3 months ago

#medalmonday

After 16 finish lines, little man gave me the go-ahead to run a race solo. He’ll be joining me again soon I know 🥹.

Don’t get me wrong, having him as company for those 16 races was amazing but it’s so good to be back 🥰.

#runnergirl #postpartumfitness #motherrunner by @seealeighrun

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4 months ago

what Queen B said

but we’ve got more work to do 😏

#runnergirl #postpartumfitness #motherrunner by @seealeighrun

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4 months ago

One month postpartum & feels like starting from scratch.
It’s humbling. It’s hard. I miss the old routine and fitness.

But we don’t quit — we rebuild. Messy, tired, showing up anyway. Tantrums and all 🤣.

As I always say, suck it up, buttercup… we press on 💪.

#runnergirl #dopeystrong #postpartumfitness by @seealeighrun

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6 months ago

💙Maverick William 💙

Little dude made a dramatic entrance on March 5th, 2026 but he is absolute perfection. We are finally home, hearts full and sleep deprived. by @seealeighrun

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7 months ago

This is 39 weeks.

Still showing up however I can and however I feel like it. Workouts look sooooo different these days, and I am so excited for my build back (not a bounce back 😜).

Feel free to come any time now little man. We’ve got some fun ahead of us 🥰

#pregnantrunner #pregnantworkout #strength #runnergirl #dopeystrong by @seealeighrun

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8 months ago

They said I can’t run a marathon 33 weeks pregnant… so I ran a 5k, a 10k, a half, AND a marathon. Don’t mess with me 🤣.

They doubted one race. I gave them 4.

NEVER let those voices drown out your determination (or for me, stubbornness? 🤣 what’s the difference, asking for a friend…) And if you need a cheerleader to help push back the self-doubt know you can call on me.

#pregnantrunner #wdwmarathonweekend #dopeystrong #medalmonday #marathoner by @seealeighrun

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9 months ago

We are Dopey Finishers 💜💚

(This song was not the OG selection 🤣) Dopey number 4 was different in so many ways, aside from the obvious 🤰🏻 🤣. When I made the decision to attempt Dopey when I found out I was going to be 33 weeks pregnant, I knew it was not going to be an easy road but we were going to get it done.

Left the ego at home and took the marathon slowly and what a vibe! The spectators were amazing and seeing so many of you out there cheering everyone on gave me more energy than the countless gels and bananas 🤣.

This one was for my husband, who supported me throughout my training and didn’t convince me to back out. My sister, who was the best support pit crew this weekend (and who ran her first 10k!!!!!). And for this human growing inside me - you’re so tough already and thank you for keeping me company all these miles. I hope this doesn’t make you hate running 🤣.

I’m sure I’ll have more to say, but here’s to all of us who dream up the impossible and get the damn thing done.

#pregnantrunner #33weeks #wdwmarathonweekend #dopeystrong #marathoner taken in EPCOT by @seealeighrun

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