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one of my favorite things I’ve done this year was join @816runclub 🫶🏻
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I still remember when the thought of completing a marathon felt so big and scary. Chasing a goal like that can feel overwhelming, and sometimes you just need someone in your corner to help you believe you can do it. Race pacers have been that for me more times than I can count. In my own races, having someone to follow, trust, and lean on when things get hard has made all the difference. I know firsthand how much that support means, and I think that’s why pacing others feels so special to me. I know running isn’t for everyone, and I know how intimidating those big goals can feel when you’re starting out. Getting to be that person for someone else, helping them through the tough miles and watching them cross the finish line having accomplished something they once only dreamed of, is such a rewarding feeling. I truly couldn’t be prouder of the runners I’ve had the opportunity to pace. I’m also so grateful for this running community that has given me lifelong friendships and people who are always there to support me through all my crazy ideas. Running has given me so much more than I ever expected, and getting to give even a little of that back to others makes me feel incredibly lucky.
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A visit back to Babylon❤️💛
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Chicago Marathon, you were pure joy. I am so grateful I get to call you my first marathon!!! Yes, I put in the hard work, the miles, meals, early mornings and late nights but the beautiful thing is, I couldn’t have accomplished this without the support of so many wonderful people in my life. Thank you @816runclub for being who you are: an incredible community full of beautiful and loving people! The way we show up for each other is unmatched and I am so grateful for all of you! Special thank you to @coachrandy816 and @got_payne for all they pour into this community to make it what it is. To each and every person who watched and cheered, either in Chicago or from afar, THANK YOU for your support!!! It means more than you know 🥹 To my biggest supporter, in running and in life, @laura_aykroyd, thank you for being there for me during the training block, the highs and lows, marathon weekend, and all the way through the race!! I couldn’t have made it to the start line, let alone the finish line, without you. 🫶🏻 Most importantly, thank you, God, for the gift of an injury free training block and race. Thank you for giving me an able body that is strong and capable of doing amazing things. Proud to say first marathon is in the books and so grateful to say I’ll be back for more. 03:46:21 - what a gift 🩵
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My own personal #ChicagoMarathon recap 😬 So proud of all the @816runclub runners and everyone out there on the course. The energy, the grit, and the community reminded me why we do this. You’ve all inspired me more than you know. Until next time, Chi-Town. I’ll see you next year ⚡️😬
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Chicago Marathon 2026. The same start line that I faced a year ago - but with new, bigger goals. A stronger, different version of myself. The marathon is humbling. The marathon is unforgiving. And the marathon doesn’t allow you to take the easy way out. The start line will always come with a little doubt no matter how experienced you are. It never gets easier. But maybe that’s why I do it? Maybe that’s why I keep coming back. We spend months pushing our limits, transforming into new versions of ourselves, and discovering what we just might be capable of and then we show up to a start line not knowing exactly what will happen. Not knowing what will happen, but also realizing that ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN. But that’s it. There’s something incredible about not knowing how race day will go and still choosing to find out anyway. I remain extremely grateful for running still allowing me to compete. To bet on myself. To endure physical and MENTAL battles I still don’t even know how I overcome. To chase scary goals - goals I NEVER thought I would truly be speaking of. A huge shoutout to Team 816 and our massive crew of runners and supporters. Our team fights together, wins together, and learns together. Belief before ability always.❤️‍🔥 @coachrandy816 gets the credit for this one. Chasing your coach for 26.2 miles - the one who knows how to get more out of you than you even believe is possible - is something I’ll never forget. My finish time is a reflection of the preparation and work you’ve taught us is necessary to achieve the goals we set out for ourselves.👏🏻 Lastly, my guy @briantdav is officially a MARATHONER!! This training block was a little more special sharing it with my person. Meal prepping, early morning alarms, disciplined routines… this guy believed in me 1000x more than I ever believed in myself all while chasing his own accomplishment for the first time. Grateful to cross another finish line together.💙 Marathon #4 - 3:22:56🏃🏼‍♀️ (A 4 min PR, BQ🤭) @chimarathon
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one WILD week in CHI 📸 @christians_cameras & @3run2
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Friday October 8th! Still trying to get these out even though I have had an insane few days! lol - Race Expo and bib pickup! - lunch with friends - Brysons Office - New Balance Untamed Relays - Dinner with friends Busy day but so so fun! Let’s go! . . . #runclub #runcommunity #runcoach #runningcoach #runinspiration
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The work is done. Time to have some fun. Team 816 on three!! 1. 2. 3. ⬇️🗣️🩵
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ITS TIME!!!!!! Massive weekend with the Rogue Marathon, Heartland 100k, Kodiak 100 miler and about a billion runners at Chicago Marathon! Let’s have the maximum fun and don’t forget to high five every single person you see!!! Let’s go!
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girlhood 💕💕
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plot twist: it actually is all fun & games 🧑🏼‍🩰
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