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I spy with my little eyes so many geese so early in the morning! (at Wolfe's Pond Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/COprRJvrceu/?igshid=1jd0qb174jr6

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A well deserved margarita after 13.1 rainy miles at today's @rhoderacesri half marathon in beautiful Newport, #rhodeisland! I'll be back to run this one again. A well organized race in a beautiful town! ~Keep crushing your fitness goals! (at Newport, Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/BwNdUXilMeH/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1u7knyyil8l8y

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"Believe in yourself, the rest will fall into place. Have faith in your own abilities, work hard, and there is nothing you cannot accomplish. Believe in yourself, take on your challenge, dig deep within yourself to conquer fears. Never let anyone bring you down. " ~ Brad Henry #mondaymotivation #irunthisbody #runhappy #marathontraining #Beastmode #digdeeper #livinglifetothefullest #asics #destinationraces #irun (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bvc8P9pFaMd/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=zf0oeubl4ecq

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Mission accomplished! Completed the scenic Marine Corp 17.75km running event in Prince Williams Forest Park. Conquering those 11.3 miles of beautiful hills has earned me the opportunity to run the #marinecorpmarathon! Looking forward to running this one! . #RunWithTheMarines #MarineCorps1775 #irunthisbody #sweatpink #earnednevergiven #runhappy #runnersofinstgram #marathontraining #marathonmom #fitlife #instarunner #runningmotivation #PopularBKHalf #MarineCorpMarathon #destinationraces #runforgood #accessgranted #napa2sonoma #rhoderaces #rnrnashville #RNRMONTREAL #runslowtorunfast (at Dumfries, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvZZzxGFsyv/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=13qa3mmqdp1iu

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I have a confession to make.... I hit the snooze button this morning and missed my workout. But, the extra sleep time has had a magical effect on my morning thus far! I haven't been getting enough sleep lately and this morning my body spoke up. Runners regularly need more sleep because of their active lifestyle. The body needs time to repair itself after a run and this happens during sleep. Next steps, reassess my sleep times and adhere to a bedtime schedule that is conducive to my workout schedule and lifestyle. Easier said than done, but necessary. As always, keep crushing your fitness goals! (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvRPPAHF3pJ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=qs8uw5v64vos

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I love running, the training process and, ofcourse, my running family! But, I also enjoy skiing. So, this weekend I crosstrained by skiing Killington and Pico Mountains in Vermont. And, what a fantastic time I had skiing The Beast with friends and family! Now back to running. As always, keep crushing your fitness goals. . . . . . . . #beast365 #vermont #killingtonbeast #mypicomtn #fitforthelongrun #nordica #irun #iski #tcsnycmarathon #nycmarathon #crosstrain #runhappy #bklynhalf #marinecorpmarathon (at Killington Mt. Vermont) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvH4zHdl5k2/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=sng91ecmpkb1

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Fitness is a long term commitment and results don't happen overnight. Stay on track. Keep crushing your fitness goals! (at Rutland , Vermont) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvDmjx-FAwH/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=uudiie015jnk

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Juggling family, work and training for marathons is a difficult balancing act. But, it is worth it! Don't be upset with yourself if you miss a scheduled workout or a run. As long as you are consistent with your training, an occassional slip off your training schedule will not derail your progress. Stay focused and keep crushing your fitness goals! (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvAqueFliWJ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=rbraa2pxqv8l

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Difficult 3 mile run today. I think it had to do with the many flour based sugar cookies which I consumed over the past two days. Procssed sugars and carbohydrates do not agree with my body while I am in training mode. Listen to your body! It knows things! (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu7g608F8RI/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=po3u5pijx11u

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12 miles logged today. Weekly long run done. According to Runner's World, this long run has just increased my endurance and given me the ability to go farther. But then again, I knew that. One weekly long run is essential in training for long distance races. How many miles was your long run this week? Comment below. In the meantime, keep crushing your fitness goals! (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu0IyRGF5pt/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1u8d31hef95d9

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Yes, my brain argued that I should stay home from my run but I didn't listen. Logged 4 miles today and some weighted leg work at the gym. Show up and put in the work. Stay consistent with your fitness goals and the results will come. #runhappy #irunthisbody #momswhorun (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bupr5lxl1YM/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1lyviexsx1jc2

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I enjoyed a much needed rest day on this NYC snow day. Rest days are for more than just rest. Rest days are essential to restock glycogen stores, build strength, minimze fatigue, reduce risk of overuse injuries, avoid mental burnout, and help your body repair itself. Enjoy your rest days! (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BunN0fPloCx/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=v4wwyotiyy86

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The snow is coming down this evening but I am okay with that because I completed my 9 mile long run yesterday and early this morn, the #nyrr #WashHeights5k, also known as the NYRR Salsa, Blues and Shamrock 5k. The race took place in upper Manhattan's diverse and picturesque Washington Heights neighborhood. On a hilly course that circles Fort Tyron Park and the historic Cloisters, runners were serenaded by musical groups playing salsa, blues and Irish folk music, plus gospel, merengue and jazz! Overall a great NYC weekend! (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bukdk2gFbX4/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=psnxr4tu1ven

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Despite the fact that I am feeling super exhausted on this Friday night, aka rest day, I still feel strong because I have been super consistent in my training for my upcoming half and full marathons. You too will have days like this. This week has been about booking flights and accommodations for upcoming races. 2019 has plenty of halfs and full marathons in store for me and my #runningfamily. Enjoy your 2019 running adventures and keep logging in those wekly miles! (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BuflR_SlEtr/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=4t6rwbweqdrg

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Tried hot #asana yoga for the first time and it wiped me out! Yes, the yogo studio temperature was set at 105 degrees and 40% humidity. I am so tired 😴 right now but my body says it will be back for more! It was great! (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BuaLfxoF-KU/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=18hy6d6qs0jky

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Scheduled a 10 mile long run for today but extended it to 11 miles because my body told me I could. Listen to your body, it never lies! #momswhorun #runhappy #seenonmyrun (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BuRv_sBFA8F/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=drodg0p1vf2t

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PR'd today despite sore legs. Yay me!😁💪💋 Switched up #legday because #Lifehappens! #irunthisbody #irun #runhappy . . . . . . #runnersofinstagram #crosstraining #liftheavyshit #asics #progressnotperfection #womensrunningcommunity #fitmomlife #momswhorun #runstrong #marathon #marathonrunner #halfmarathon #halfmarathoner #momswholift #runnersworld #runnerslife #strongrunner #runninggirl #runningmom #runningmotivation (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BtcTCGtjEEW/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=wxg4xr96ivhr