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5K every day in May!
Whew! May was long. I ran a minimum of a 5K every single day in May. My recovery level was in fatigue the entire month. My miles were extra slow. BUT there was a reason for putting myself through it. I just needed to know that I could. The weather is finally consistently hot and it’s a challenge for me to run in the heat, but I adjusted what I needed to and conditioned myself to handle it. Sometimes that means slowing down and just doing it.
Thank you May for being an important stepping stone!

Now it’s Junes turn to be a hard reset before I readjust from getting out there and just doing it, to getting out there and improving it!

#running #womenwhorun #5krun #halfmarathon #jumpoffrockhalfmarathon #runnersworld #runnerscommunity #runninglife #girlswhorun #runners #idaphevents #runningmotivation #guidonbrewingcompany

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Rate my Italian accent 😝

Episode 3 to @lapiccoladelipasticceria!

7/10 maritozzi because it wasn't for me, but a 10/10 version of it.

12/10 sandwich, I should have got 2 🐷

6/10 run, it was really hard and body felt tireddd but we are in the midst of marathon training, so it's to be expected 😓

#running #runner #runners #marathon #marathontraining #marathonrunner #runninginspo #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #runninglife #runninggirl #runnersofinstagram #runnergirl #instarunner #runnerscommunity #runninginspiration #runningjourney #londonrunner #Londonbakery #pistachio #longrun #longrunsunday

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That’s a wrap on the Gamble! The dice 🎲 roll was a 7, so the runners did 7 laps of our course to run a total of 11.6 miles, which, in its short loop, the course gives a little of everything- trail, road, gravel, and grass. It was such a beautiful day for the race and it was amazing to see all the runners embrace the challenge the dice threw at them! Thanks to everyone who showed up to run, support, and volunteer. The number of runner entries grew a little from last year and we hope to continue to grow even more next year! Also, thanks @mellowhike for making such awesome trophies for our first place winners! #TheGamble #race #NCMTR #embracetheunknown #trailrunning #running

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I’ve had the privilege of working at @pt_solutions for the last 8 and a half years, but my last day will be this upcoming Wednesday. I’ve been lucky to have multiple positions while there - outpatient staff physical therapist, outpatient clinic director, split inpatient/outpatient PT, full-time inpatient PT, then clinic director for our acute care location, and finally a PRN position while waiting to go on tour with #cirquedusoleil. I also completed the PT Solutions Orthopedic Residency and was lucky enough to win the Unstoppable Award in 2022 as well as selected to be on the World Class Hospitality and Service Committee. I learned a ton while at PT Solutions, but I also made some incredible friends. So many people along the way became as close as family, and although a lot of us have moved away from where we started together, I still feel connected to every person that I had the privilege of working with.

Many people along the way knew that it was my lifelong dream to be a drummer at Cirque, and when I announced that I got the position, I was overwhelmed with support. Thank you to everybody who helped guide me along the way and who taught me to be a better leader and clinician. And thank you to everybody for being so damn supportive during this transition to my new career!

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When you’re dog-sitting a runnin’ pup, you take her to Thursday night #RunClub! 🏃‍♀️🐶

It was such a joy to run again with my gal @jillstod13 and get to know @kay.runs better. 💕 I love the #RunCommunity and how it brings people together!

#828isGreat #LocalBrewery #HVL #RunningDog #RunningCommunity #Running #RunHVL #RunAVL #RunLocal

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@twincitiesmarathon in 36 days!! Am I ready? Probably not. Will I still run? Absolutely! Did I burn 2,000 calories today in the crazy heat?? Yup.

Thankful for friends to meet up and make the miles less miserable or at least seem like time is going by a little faster!

#marathontraining #twincitiesmarathon
#greenville #swamprabbittrail #flatrun

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2023 goals Achieved! 🎉✨
I exceeded my run goal of 1000 miles this year!
It's been an incredible journey filled with sweat, determination, and so much joy. 🏃‍♀️💨
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Not only did I conquer my miles goal, but I also had the opportunity to explore the beautiful landscapes of 7 different states while running races along the way. 🌎🗺️
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On top of that I’ve almost hit a solid 365 consecutive days of running! (New years will be one solid year! 🙌
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In total, I completed 14 official races this year, pushing myself to new limits and embracing the thrill of competition. 🏅🎽 From the adrenaline-packed 5k to the challenging 6-hour race, I left no distance unexplored! 🌟
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🔹 2 x 5ks
🔹 1 x 8K
🔹 3 x 10ks
🔹 7 x half marathons
🔹 1 x 6-hour race
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This year, I've learned so much about myself, discovering a strength within that I never knew existed. 🌟🔥 Running has taught me the importance of perseverance, setting goals, having good running partners, and celebrating every small victory along the way. 🎉✨
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I want to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who supports me throughout this journey – my family, friends, and the incredible running community. Your cheers, encouragement, and virtual high-fives have meant the world to me. 🙏❤️
I give a huge thank you to @idaphevents for giving me the incredible opportunity to serve as an ambassador for their amazing organization. 💙
Working and running along side them has been a dream come true, and I’m grateful for the support and guidance they have provided throughout this journey. Their commitment to promote health, fitness, and community involvement is truly inspiring.🙏
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I'm already excited for the next chapter. 📖🌈 The road ahead may be filled with new challenges, but I'm ready to lace up my shoes and chase after my goals once again. ✨💫
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#run #running #runners #girlswhorun #runnersworld #5krun #10krun #halfmarathon #runasheville #runhvl #runner #runninggirl #hendersonvillerunningclub #idaphevents #runnersofinstagram

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ASHEVILLE HALF 2024!! 🏃🏼‍♀️

My A goal was a 1:39 which I *technically* ran but clocked in at 1:40:29 since the course was a bit long. Nonetheless it was a 2+ min PR which I am SO proud of. The first 6-7 miles were about 600ft of elevation gain and to be honest at that point I did not think I’d come anywhere close to my goal. But I stuck with the plan of holding back on hills and that set me up to be able to push the pace during the latter miles.

I could not have done this without my coach @psychedtorun, thank you for believing in me and for pushing me to be my best. Working together has been one of the best decisions I’ve made this year!

A HUGE shoutout to @kay.runs for being the BEST race crew! From pre-gaming with pasta, cookies, and The Eras Tour to driving me to the start line, cheering me on during the course, and meeting me at the finish line, you made this the most seamless, stress-free race experience I could have asked for. So thankful to call you my friend🩷

What a freaking day. So excited for what’s to come🥹

#runners #runnersofinstagram #runstagram #runhappy #halfmarathon #icandohardthings #runasheville #runavl #runnerscommunity #runningcommunity #runnersofinsta

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Ventured out to Greenville SC today to catch up with @kay.runs for an 11 mile run and some @sullyssteamers bagels! Thankfully she picked a MUCH more flat route this time than the first time we ran together way back in 2019 in Asheville! I would take the cooler Asheville temps right about now though! Can’t wait to do it again soon!

#marathontraining #marathon16
#OGrunningbuddy #runtogether

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Happy holidays from our Trail Sisters meet up in Bent Creek this morning! Swipe ➡️ to see our parking lot cookie exchange spread 😍🍪

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And from AMERICA! I absolutely love the running community 🥹 I was not expecting to make so many friends from this account, and it has blown my mind that I met Kay today, a running friend who lives all the way across the Atlantic! This is why I love social media 🙌🫶

She was also an absolute hero who got me through the last 15k of my 25k run today 😮‍💨

No better celebration for 25k than spending £25 in an Italian bakery... episode 3 of the pistachio series incoming 👀

#running #runner #runners #runhappy #marathon #marathontraining #marathonrunner #runninginspo #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #runninglife #runninggirl #runnersofinstagram #runnergirl #instarunner #runnerscommunity #runninginspiration #runningjourney #fitness #fitnessmotivation #motivation #fitnessjourney #fitnesslifestyle #fitnessgoals #happyrunner #londonrunner #London

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Running Bucket List Item ✅
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I have a few items on my running bucket list since this hobby has become a lifestyle. Running a sub 5 minute mile was one of them. If any of the OGs here remember the Covid days when a lot of us did the McKirdy virtual mile series, it was the first time I had really done mile time trials. I was looking up Google plans on how best to train 😆 whew we have a come a long way. Those fun runs def helped me learn I had a lot more speed and eventually I’d set my sights on running sub5. Fast forward to 2021 I made my first real attempt at sub 5 but fell 1 second short. Had a couple attempts in between but last Friday I fell short again by 2 seconds. Difference is I knew I had sub 5 fitness, so I was visibly upset. Rarely happens 😅.

S/O to @dash_chiro for pacing to keep me from running too hot and securing the feat. I’ll def continue to see how fast I can get, but it feels good to check this one off the list for myself!

Now off to Oregon for a @ragnarrelay Event this week at Mt Bachelor ⛰️
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#mile #speed #sub5 #timetrial #selfmotivation

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