#runningisfun

There is really no experience that can top the BIGGEST block party of the year that is the @nycmarathon . That’s why I apply every year for another chance tour my hometown on foot with and cheer on my athletes, team, friends, and family. Here I am running the entire race side by side with @pineapple.yogi and cheering her on as we cross Mile 24 or 25 last November. The application period for this year’s race is open NOW at www.nyrr.org. Photo by @umpz _ #tcsnycmarathon #nycmarathon #bucketlist #runforchinatown #runningisfun (at TCS NYC Marathon) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca5HgP5ujDV/?utm_medium=tumblr

Motivation finally kick in ...... Back running (treadmill) & shakes - blueberries , banana & vanilla today 😍 Love a good shake 😊 #runningisfun #healthymind https://www.instagram.com/p/CZZUp_JMUi2oTmjLaT0tCws6vdaogxi2ZlHQS80/?utm_medium=tumblr

The community brought us together, so we know we are not alone. Each time we meet up for a run it holds us accountable, it’s more fun, and it pushes us to try even if it scares us. I’m so grateful to have a partner like @pineapple.yogi who runs with me, happy to run into my @runforchinatown last night, and thankful for @dr.stanbazile for doing the workout with me this morning at Prospect Park. Let’s keep showing up, holding each other accountable, have more fun, and do something that scares us! _ #runningcommunity #justshowup #accountabilitybuddy #runningisfun #keetrying #runforchinatown (at Brooklyn, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYrXrrDLe1w/?utm_medium=tumblr

Running is Fun...!! #TCSWorld10KRun #ThisRunUnitesUs #BeFit #RunningIsFun #Fit4Life #TCSFit4life #RunRunRun #LetsDoIt #JustDoIt https://www.instagram.com/p/CS_PrCcsK1f/?utm_medium=tumblr

Confession: I love to run! 🏃🏿‍♀️🏃🏽‍♀️🏃‍♀️⁣
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I’ve run 4 half marathons and the endorphins you get after a great run are NEXT LEVEL.⁣
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BUT, up until recently, I hadn’t really run much in the past 8 years 🙈⁣
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Just like my gym journey, I tried to do things on my own without proper education, pushed myself too hard, and paid DEARLY for it with injuries.⁣
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It makes such a big difference to have an expert coaching you through each step of the way, from warm to cool down and everything in between. I never thought I would enjoy having a running coach but my new workout program is proving me very wrong… and I LOVE IT!⁣
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I can confidently say running is not easy. There have been, and will continue to be days where I don’t want to go! But tuning out while listening to my headphones is sometimes just what I need.⁣
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It’s my “me time” and I really cherish it 🥰⁣
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Since I’ve been running more, I’ve been learning about the benefits of running. Surprisingly, there’s a ton! ⁣
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If you want the list, drop a “YES!” below 👇⁣

Post workout sweaty 💦selfie. It’s okay. I ran, did a spin class and pushed 100lb double stroller with 2 kids up a big ass hill today 💪🏾😃 . . . . . . #run #runner #running #runningforfun #runningisfun #motherrunner #momswhorun #diverserunnersworld #diversewerun #womensrunning #asthmaticrunner #irunwithmaud #irunwithsarmistha #runforbreonna #blackgirlsrun #blackrunners https://www.instagram.com/p/CEIhK4pn3Tw/?igshid=1xeg33vq1owim

Breaking news! I’m not running a marathon this year. I’m not running a half marathon either. Hell I’m not even running a 10k. I have zero desire to run long distances right now and I’m perfectly okay with that. // Before the pandemic hit, I was training for my first half marathon race after having my 2nd child. As much as I tried not to put pressure on myself, I still felt it. Then I had a knee pain that required physical therapy and I thought “Oh shit.” Then I kept getting sick thanks to having a little one in preschool bring home all the germs 🦠 and I thought “Double Oh Shit!” Then the pandemic hit and I cancelled my race(before they eventually cancelled) and felt relief. Like a weight was lifted off my shoulders. I decided to take several weeks off and did spinning instead. When I returned to running, it was in memory of Ahmaud Arbery. A 2.23 mile run that felt way harder than it should’ve. I was slow and felt so out of shape 😫but I missed being outdoors so I decided to try again and again and again. Initially I was paying attention to all the numbers; pace, time, distance and would complain about my run. Then one day I stopped paying attention to the numbers and committed to just showing up for as long as my body felt good and then I would stop. Whether that was at mile 1 mile or mile 3. I would stop and walk home. I did this for a few weeks and something clicked. My mind and body felt better and I started to run stronger. Instead of coming back from a run feeling defeated, I would come home with a big ole smile on my face and dance around for my cool down. My runs right now are short and easy but super enjoyable which is exactly what I need them to be. 3-4x a week and having fun😃 Has your running or training changed during the pandemic? . . . . . #runningforfun #runningisfun #diverserunnersworld #diversewerun #motherrunner #runningmoms #momswhorun #irunwithmaud #runforbreonna #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #runnergirl #run #runner #runninggoals #running #runningmotivation #runhappy #loverunning #runoutside #runeveryday #runninglife #runners_of_insta #runningworld #asthmaticrunner #amplifymelanatedvoices #blackgirlsrun #blackrunners https://www.instagram.com/p/CD2h8NfHHIA/?igshid=18bhb3z7az2v5