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Lionel Lim

@shortie84

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Still buzzing from the @londonmarathon 🇬🇧Didn’t really get the training in this time around because of injury… and the race definitely reminded me of that. But sometimes it’s not about being perfectly prepared it’s about showing up anyway and seeing what you’ve got on the day.When the legs started to fade, it became less about pace and more about heart...just putting one foot in front of the other and refusing to stop. The crowds carried me when I had nothing left. Every cheer, every shout, every bottle of electrolyte, every Percy Pig 🐽, every familiar face along the course meant more than you could imagine.And crossing that finish line? Doesn’t matter how you get there, it always hits the same.Grateful, humbled… now it’s time to properly rest, recover, and let the body heal ♥️ by @shortie84

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Fatherhood reshaped my running journey. 👟Before kids, running was all about chasing PBs, pacing big races, and living for the marathon. But becoming a dad changed that. Running isn’t only about 42.2 km — it’s about stroller runs to childcare, Saturday parkruns, local fun runs, and making every mile meaningful.These days, running means mindfulness, balance, and sharing the joy of the sport with my family. Marathons are still special, but they’re not the only way to measure a runner’s journey.👉 Wait till the end for a little dedication that means the most to me. ❤️#DadMiles #running #runningjourney #fatherhood by @shortie84

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Dad Miles – Sydney Marathon Edition 🏅What a day. Sydney put on perfect weather, stunning harbour views, and the kind of crowd support that carried us every step. To be part of the first World Major Marathon on Aussie soil was something special — history in the making. 🇦🇺But the real highlight? My personal cheer squad. Having my amazing family on the sidelines made every early morning, every long run, and every tired dad moment worth it. The medal’s mine, but the finish line was ours. ❤️Sydney, you were magic! Thanks for the 3:26 🕒 Great to do it on 🇲🇾 National Day too! MERDEKA#DadMiles #Marathon #raceday #Merdeka by @shortie84

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Dad Miles Running Vlog Day 103Normally not a Runch guy but legs were itching for a runWhat's next in my running calendar?@runprix 10km followed by @melbmara Half!Can't wait to start my training block next Tues!Hope everyone has recovered from @runmelbourne last Sunday ✌🏻Cap: @notesrunning The LeuranSunnies: @oakleyaustralia Eye Jacket ReduxTop: Remedy Crew sweat activated 🐆 prinfShorts: @activebyiloveuglySocks: @shyusocksShoes: @adidasrunning Evo SL ExoWatch: @coros_anz Pace 2 by @shortie84

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Dad Miles Running Vlog Day 102Had the privilege of pacing @randy_rdh to a 1:50 half marathon at @runmelbourneGuess what?! He killed it at 1:47 with an amazing sprint finish too!What a morning it was with amazing sunrises and great energy from everyone on course!Thanks @solemotive for the entry!Hope everyone who ran had a great time out today! Melbourne really turned it on! #RunMelbourneBandana: @undercontrol.urhSunnies: @oakleyaustralia Eye Jacket ReduxTop: @rfrunclubTights: @bandit Superbeam 7Socks: @shyusocksShoes: @nikerunning Alphafly 3Watch: @coros_anz Pace 2 by @shortie84

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Dad Miles Running Vlog Day 101Lets pronounce it right guys!See you at Run Melbourne on Sunday! Good luck to everyone on Sunday and I hope to see you there! Please say hi!Top: @furiesrunning x @ccacherunningShorts: @activebyiloveuglySocks: @shyusocksShoes: @nikerunning Vomero PremiumWatch: @coros_anz Pace 2 by @shortie84

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NRC✨Funny how running works. You meet people at a runclub, then life takes everyone in different directions, jobs, cities, whatever. But you still show up to cheer each other on at races, screaming a name across a finish line for someone you haven’t seen in a year or more. Somehow running always finds a way to bring people back together 💫#running #fitness #fun #reels #grateful by @shortie84

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Dad Miles Running Vlog Day 💯!Another submission for @quaro_jp #TeamQuaro2027 #TeamQuaroInternational and hopefully I get the opportunity to share my journey to the Tokyo Marathon 🗼 🇯🇵Wishing all the submissions the best of luck! 🙏🏻 We made it to day 💯 everyone! I hope you've enjoyed the vlogs so far. What started as a lil project to just voice my thoughts and views on running and life as a father of 2 juggling work, life, family, and everything in betweenCap: @furiesrunning Marathon DemonSunnies: @oakleyaustraliaEye Jacket ReduxTop: @stawrunning__ merino wool long sleeveShorts: @nikerunning x realtreeSocks: @shyusocksShoes: @adidasrunning Evo SL ExoWatch: @coros_anz Pace 2Drink: @oakmilk by @shortie84

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Why I run. Why Team Quaro. My running journey so far Running has been part of my life for over 15 years.Long before run clubs became what they are today, I was pacing with Nike Run Club Melbourne around 2008. Back then, it was never about chasing PBs or creating content. It was about showing up, encouraging the runner next to you, and building a community where everyone felt they belonged.Some of my closest friendships were built through those runs, and even now, whenever I catch up with friends from those NRC days, it feels like we simply picked up where we left off. That's the kind of connection running creates.Representing #TeamQuaro2027 at the Tokyo Marathon wouldn't just be another race for me. It would be an opportunity to tell a story that many runners can relate to, that you don't have to be elite to inspire others. Sometimes, simply continuing to show up is enough.Because at the end of the day, running has never just been about the kilometres.It's always been about the people you meet along the way. Just like how it all started with NRC MelbourneLET'S GO #TeamQuaroInternational @quaro_jp ☕ 🇯🇵 by @shortie84

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NRC Pacers, ASSEMBLE! Reuniting after over 10 years 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️10KM of running, laughs, and catching up. We are so back. ❤️ @nikerunning #running #runnersofinstagram #nrc #reels #melbourne by @shortie84

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Dad Miles Running Vlog Day 99The one before the 100th!Caught up with some of the NRC Melb pacer crew and ran the old 10km route!This was the OG days before the rise of post COVID running and run clubs!For those OGs, do you remember those days? I hope this finds you well!Cap: @nikerunningTop: NRC windrunner Shorts: @activebyiloveuglySocks: @shyusocksShoes: @dynafishaus XiaonianWatch: @coros_anz Pace 2 by @shortie84

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Dad Miles Running Vlog Day 98Which is your best game of the World Cup so far?Loving the drama on field but not the off field stuffCap: @furiesrunning Marathon DemonTop: @activebyiloveugly x @graverunnersGloves: @tracksmithrunningShorts: @activebyiloveuglySocks: @shyusocksShoes: @lining.official Red Hare 9 UltraWatch: @coros_anz Pace 2Drink: @dairyfarmersau mixed berry by @shortie84

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