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Before I said that I gave away my ticket for the Dam tot Dam loop, I didn’t reach my new years goal of three medals from running events. I was bummed out about this and was determined to accomplish my goals. When i bought my new running should, Run2Day gave me a running magazine as well. Inside, they listed the upcoming running events- the popular ones. And a month later (November 20) the Zevenheuvelen loop in Nijmegen would take place. I grasped the opportunity without even thinking about it and trained till race day. 

Reflection of the run: Not fun! 15km seemed a lot father than I thought, I’d ran half a marathon before! But I underestimated the hills. Also the event was so busy and there was no moment to myself, meaning I was constantly adjusting my speed to others. It wasn’t my favourite run, and I wouldn’t do it again. If hills, a busy track, and horrid weather are your thing, go for it! 

But I was happy I had FINALLY reached my goal! Three medals are handing in my room and i couldn’t be happier. I will proudly and  joyfully welcome the challenges ahead in 2017!

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I’m so happy I live near the beach, everyday offers another amazing opportunity to jump into my running shoes and see a beautiful sun rise. I don’t even need to listen to music from my iPhone, the sound of the wind and the beach is music to my ears!

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I took a break from running after the half marathon. It was so exhausting, and my school and job was taking over my free time. I wasn’t happy taking a break, it created a habit of not exercising and took me off track. So what better motivation to get back on the road than buying new shoes!? These are the Nike zoom odyssey and they feel great! It’s an investment and takes some time to get used to, but it definitely got me on track again!

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I did it! I ran the marktstad run in Purmerend, on September 2nd 2016 . 21.1 kilometers of hell. I knew it would be hard, but not this hard. In the beginning you’re just running with the group, its fun, people are cheering you on, there’s music...until suddenly you realise you’re going way too fast and you’re never going to make 21 km at this pace. After 8km you spread out of the cluster and you’re going at your own pace. You find yourself alone, with all the demons inside telling you to stop of course. It was at 11km that I wanted start walking, half way through... give me a break already!! But i kept going, I figured what good will it do if i stop now. I was in pain, and i wanted to get a reward from it. Reaching the end was the best reward i could have asked for. I was alone, I didn’t need anyone to tell me how i did, or give me a pat on the back, I was proud of myself, and that was all i needed.