Last October I crossed the finish line of the Chicago Marathon with a renewed love of running. I struggled emotionally through the entire training cycle. I cried during long runs by mile two. I questioned my strength, my ability and my worth. Over the course of 26.2 miles, I picked up all the broken pieces.Continue reading “Defining Strength”
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Corporate 5k – People, Puddles and Purpose
Running is my therapy. Being on the trails feeds my soul. But racing! Racing is a different story. Racing always leaves me feeling vulnerable and exposed. I show up to every start line committed to giving it my best on that day, yet there is so much you can’t control. Some race finishes leave meContinue reading “Corporate 5k – People, Puddles and Purpose”
ODU Big Blue 5k – Trust my Legs
“Life isn’t as serious as my mind makes it out to be.” ~Eckhart Tolle As soon as the Shamrock Half Marathon was over, I was ready to switch gears. My body was pretty banged up after the race, so I happily entered into recovery mode. I made a plan to aim for a 5k PRContinue reading “ODU Big Blue 5k – Trust my Legs “
Focused and Free, Shamrock Half Marathon 2016
In a million ways yesterday was a perfect race. I ran to my potential based on what race day had to offer. I felt strong and engaged. Mentally I found my sweet spot. In one way yesterday’s race fell a little flat. The race clock doesn’t match my potential. The story of the race clockContinue reading “Focused and Free, Shamrock Half Marathon 2016 “
A Shamrock Story
It’s race week. The lead up to this race has had its own story to tell just like every other race except this one feels different. This one belongs only to me. With a brand new blank slate to write my own story, I’ve been left with only my wants, my passion, my desire andContinue reading “A Shamrock Story “
Kristy Maute 