Week 6 Day 3 - still playing catch up after holiday and went out this morning at 6am. I’ve never been very good in the morning and today was no exception. Something felt off and so I decided to abandon about 1km in. Went out again around 6pm, it was warm and humid. It was tough going and I pushed myself hard. Pleased to say I got through it according to the plan so I’ll count today as a win Warm up - 5 walk 15 run 3 walk 15 run Cool down 5 walk #couchto5k #couchto10k #runningjourney #runningjournal #fitat42 #autoimmunewarrior #london10k #canthisgirlrun #roadto10k #running #beginnerrunner #ifatfirstyoudontsucceed #week6day3
Four miles for the #mondayrun. I opted to go out at the hottest part of the day to keep it interesting. Anyway, I feel like the "workout" runs are playing off because I feel like I'm gradually getting faster and feeling less need to walk. Not bad. Soundtrack - Shelter - Beyond Planet Earth #runners #run #runner #running #runs #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #over40runner #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #soberrunners #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife #runninginspiration #runningcommunity #runnerslife #workoutmotivation #runstagram
Flexing the muscle that truly counts: the mind. 💪 #mentalstrengthoverphysical #runningmotivation #runningformentalhealth #womensupportingwomen #womenrunningcommunity #runningcommunity #runninforlife #journal #writtingcommunity #whydoirun #irunbecauseican #kenosharunningclub #runningismytherapy #runningjournal #runninginspiration #morningrun #healthylife #running #marathon #halfmarathon #strava #garming #instagramrunner #springtraining #springsale #runninginspiration #runningismytherapy #runningjournal #eugenemarathon #eugenemarathon2022
Rest week/holiday is over, which means it’s back to running for me. Today, I tackled a slow 5k, incorporating a small increase in pace for thirty seconds after every kilometer. Still feeling the mountains from my MTB trip in my legs, but hopefully the soreness will be gone by my next run. #runstagram #runstagramer #runningjournal #workoutcomplete #runningismyhappyplace #runnerslife #laufen #laufenmachtglücklich #instarunner
Objectif : sortie longue… objectif atteint, plus grande distance jamais faite encore! Je suis contente, rincée certes mais contente #sortielongue #13km #13kms #run #runforbees #runmotion #runrunrun #runhappy #running #rundeal #runningcommunity #runningmotivation #runninglife #runninggirl #runningday #runningjournal #runmotivation #runpassion #courir #courirpourleplaisir #courirstyle #courircestlavie #osezcourir #courirpluspourmangerplus #courseapieds #endurance #sedepasser #toujoursplus #mental #mentalsport
my app was breaking down during the run 🥲 #beginner #runner #weightloss #weightlossjourney #runningjourney #runningjournal #running #beginnerrunner
55!! That’s how many seconds I shaved off my 5K PB this morning and look how happy I am about it 🥺🏃🏻♀️✨ #gemisrunninganditsnottothebar #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #roadtomarathon #runningjourney #runningjournal #manchesterrunners #didsburyrunners #runningindidsbury #didsburylife #runninggirl #runrunrun #runhappy #runlife #runningismytherapy #runningquotes #thisgirlcan #strongwomen #workingtobettermyself #running #runninggirl #runningtime #didsbury #fitness #fitnessjourney
My first back yard ultra 🏃🏻♀️ Completely new territory for me yesterday, luckily I knew someone running so we teamed up and stuck together. This consisted of running just over 4 miles on the hour every hour. The atmosphere was amazing, really friendly and chatted to so many different people who all had different goals. My goals were to not be out first, and I kinda wanted to get over marathon distance. I wasn't first out but I didn't get to marathon distance. It was so so hot. We had a beast of a hill to contend with right at the start. By lap 4 I started to feel really nauseous, and we agreed we would attempt 1 more lap and then be happy finishing on 5. We covered just over 21 miles, and I'm absolutely made up with that. I wanted to finish not wishing I tried harder, and finished proud of what we achieved. My time was up with the heat and I think I would have been poorly had I continued. Today I feel like I've got the world's worst hangover, legs feel good but my body is just like nah. Had a shuffle around junior parkrun this morning and it felt good to move, but I can't quench my thirst. This was one of the friendliest events I've ever been to, and I can't wait to go another - don't mind the hills so much but I can't do endurance in the heat. Huge kudos to the winner who completed 20 laps covering over 80 miles. Also a little reminder to listen to your body ✨ #backyardultra #brightonbackyardultra #trailrunning #instarunner #runnerssupportingrunners #runningdiary #runningjournal #runningcommunity #stanmerpark #listentoyourbody #selflove #runningfamily @brightonbackyardultra
Ten miles for #sundayruday. I scheduled a cutback but couldn't figure out why so I ignored it. I'll probably remember immediately after posting this. 227 days until Christmas. Soundtrack - Screaming Jay Hawkins - Black Music for White People Judge - The Storm Good Riddance - Operation Phoenix Negative Approach - Tied Down #sundayrun #weekendrun #longrun #runners #run #runner #running #runs #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #over40runner #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #soberrunners #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife
2024 Week 19 #weeklyreport #weeklyprogress #weeklyrecap #rundiary #runningjourney #runningjourney #runningjournal #weeklygoals
THE RUNNING MAN I am The Running Man, today I ran On schedule; three weeks from my last It was 50-50 until this morning Due to a busy week I was worn-out Although I really wanted to run Mind was saying, "yes" and body, "no." In the end my mind prevailed It was a very beautiful morning The sun was out in all its glory And it came with some heat too Maybe summer is finally here? It wasn't my easiest or best run But I did give it the best I could Stopping after reaching my 3-mile target As I ran I reflected on a quote: "It is impossible till it's done." While this might be the case I realised it's only half the story The full story would reflect thus: "It is impossible till God steps in Because none can do none by self alone. ©therunningman2024 #runningjournal #runningcommunity #runnerslife
#️⃣Workout 92/208 and the last workout of week 19. 🚴♀️ 30 mins of #lesmillsthesprint 📸 It’s been a while since I did a gym toilet selfie! The glam life 😁 My foot is still sore AF so I’ve pivoted to spin and strength training over last few days. A couple of years back this would have knocked me out of the game for months. It’s annoying I can’t run but staying consistent is more important. #consistencyexperiment #40somethingrunner #runnerat40something #runningat40 #runningat40plus #fitat40 #perimenopausefitness #perimenopausehealth #halfmarathonprep #halfmarathontraining #halfmarathoner #instarunners #runningmum #runmummyrun #runningjournal #runningdiary #strengthtrainingforwomen #couch25k #c25k #challenge208 #lesmills
“Attack each day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind.” I saw this quote a few weeks ago and it’s really stuck with me. I feel like it encapsulates the sport of distance running so much. In order to thrive in this sport you need to have enthusiasm. You need to dig deep and find that second gear when everything in your body is telling you to stop. You don’t stop though, you keep on going. Today I ran 10 miles, the first time I hit double digit milage since the B.A.A. Half last November. We are now less than a month until the @fairfieldroadraces Half Marathon and I feel so ready. @athleticbrewing, let’s do this! Athletic Brewing Company. Milford, CT. San Diego, CA. Near Beer #TeamAthletic #HalfMarathon #FitForAllTimes #AskForAthletic #BeerMile #AthleticBeerMile #AthleticBrewing #AthleticBrewingCo #BrewedWithoutCompromise #NACraftBeer #AthleticBrews #FitForAllTimes #Running #RunningJournal #MarathonTraining #OutdoorRun #Runner #SoberRunner #ShutUpAndRun #InstaRunner #RunHappy #RunningSeason #RunningGoals #RunningMotivation #CTRunner #RunnersOfInstagram #CTRunners
Mother’s Day 5K Race🎖️. Finished strong for them 🏃🏻♀️💨. Super blessed that I get to do this with my family 🥹🤍 #TheyAreMyMotivation #RUNMARANA . . . #MothersDayRun #RunningJournal #RunJourney #RunnersHigh #Run #RunningLife #Running #RunningCommunity #RunningGirl #RunHappy #FitMom
That was chaotic in a way that running in New York has well prepared me for (one rogue child that ran into me, one drunk bachelor party member who stumbled backwards into my path, scaffolding, and two sets of stairs, cobblestone, and general tourist crowds) and somehow I still ran an ok easy run pace? Fun. I mean, a little frustrating (very specific info but if you’re coming to Stockholm soon—and do! It’s lovely—don’t attempt a Södermalm loop, there’s too much construction), and a mostly ridiculously beautiful little obstacle course. Also I’ll take credit for adding to the chaos by stopping to pick up a salad on my way back and then running half a mile more haha. That one got me a smile or two on the running path. 😅 Tack så mycket, Stockholm! #stockholm #stockholmsweden #stockholm_insta #stockholmrun #stockholmrunning #runstockholm #travelrunning #runeverywhere #nycrunner #runningabroad #runstagram #runshots #running #runninglife #runninglove #kungsholmen #kungsholmenrunt #löpning #löpningsverige #sverigelöpning #swedenrun #runsweden #brooklynrunner #springa #springastockholm #cityrunning #cityrun #urbanrunners #urbanrunning #runningjournal
Week 6 Day 2 - After yesterdays fiasco, I went out early today. Still catching up on my missed runs on holiday. I really enjoyed it today and ran the intervals with no problem, so proud of myself for perservering. Warm up - 5 walk 12 run 3 walk 8 run Cool down 5 walk #couchto10k #runningjourney #runningjournal #fitat42 #autoimmunewarrior #london10k #canthisgirlrun #roadto10k #week6day2 #perseverance #proudofmyself
Week 6 Day 1 - Lesson, running in the midday sun is hard! Had to walk the last 2 mins of the second run which was annoying! Still earned a new badge “athlete” not sure I agree with that! Warm up - 5 walk 10 run 5 walk 10 run Cool down 5 walk #couchto10k #runningjourney #runningjournal #fitat42 #autoimmunewarrior #london10k #canthisgirlrun #roadto10kfollowers #consistency #holidayover #backtorunning
Did the #saturdayrun with a new ho.....ooof, terrible, just awful. This is a new low. This was one of those started alone, middle miles with the Couch to 5k group, and ended solo runs. They all seem to be getting anxious about the increased time (today was 6 minutes run / 2 minutes walk - in a few days it will be 8 minutes), but they're all doing really well. Cool and breezy, felt good. I had another volunteer (coach? group leader?) pick my brain about paces, which gives a huge imposter syndrome flare up. Why am I offering advice? I guess I'm not, I'm just regurgitating what I read. The soundtrack of the day was an old (I remember when it came out, so it's not that old) Shelter album that was recently remixed and remastered and they added backing vocals and some instruments that I find very jarring. Ironically the album ends with a song called "I Can't Change History" but they proved you kinda can? Soundtrack - Shelter - When 20 Summers Pass #runners #run #runner #running #runs #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #over40runner #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #soberrunners #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife #runninginspiration #runningcommunity #runnerslife #workoutmotivation #runstagram
🌅🏃♂️ Rise and shine! Started my day with a 4am run to catch the bus 11 to Sembawang for sunrise vibes. The anticipation was real as I laced up my shoes in the dark. Met up with @runrideforsunrise, my trusted long run buddy, near my place. Our breath visible in the crisp morning air, and we set off at a leisurely pace, chatting and soaking in the quiet beauty of the pre-dawn streets. Approaching the 10km mark, we met @buibuinowjustbui, our bus 11 driver, @pchuawk, @lovellyu16 and the rest of the passengers. We paused for water breaks, replenishing our energy for the miles still ahead, and captured some epic group photos to immortalize the journey. Despite our best efforts, we couldn't quite make it in time for the sunrise spectacle. But nature had other plans, treating us to breathtaking views along the way. With each step, I felt the miles melt away beneath my feet, pushing past my limits and embracing the challenge of the longest run I've tackled in a while. And as we finally crossed the finish line, sweaty and exhilarated, I couldn't help but marvel at the power of the journey – both physical and emotional. Wrapped up the epic 25km run feeling accomplished and grateful for the camaraderie of fellow runners, the beauty of the world around us, and the simple joy of chasing sunrises. 💪 #EarlyMorningRun #SunriseChasers #RunningCommunity #FitnessGoals #LongestRun #NatureLover #Gratitude #runsg #runningbug #fitness #lsdrun #workout #runninginspiration #keepfit #runstagram #runhappy #runningaddict #runningjournal #dailyfitness #runnersworld
Logging kilometers and making memories #BirthdayWeekendGetaway 🎂🎈 #running #runningmotivation #runnersofinstagram #runningjourney #runningjournal #runner #runnergirl #runtoinspire #runhappy #progress #consistency #growth #mindset #dubairunners #birthdayweekend
A five mile #fridayrun. I think I'm keeping it honest with easy pace, but I might have pushed it a slight bit more than I should. It's all good though. Here we are, at the end of the "shirt of the day" project - the grand finale is from Nanowar of Steel. This is easily the coolest item I own and I knew basically from the start that this was would be the pièce de résistance. Sing with me to celebrate the end of no repeats: "Kibble! Kibble! Meow meow meow meow!" Soundtrack - Mercyful Fate - In the Shadows #runners #run #runner #running #runs #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #over40runner #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #soberrunners #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife #runninginspiration #runningcommunity #runnerslife #workoutmotivation #runstagram
#️⃣ Workout 91/208 🏋🏼♀️ 45 min #lesmillsbodypump Still resting the foot so opted for a strength workout. Amazingly the lunges felt ok. Squats a killer. Push ups pretty much still imposssible. #consistencyexperiment #40somethingrunner #runnerat40something #runningat40 #runningat40plus #fitat40 #perimenopausefitness #perimenopausehealth #halfmarathonprep #halfmarathontraining #halfmarathoner #instarunners #runningmum #runmummyrun #runningjournal #runningdiary #strengthtrainingforwomen #couch25k #c25k #challenge208
It is so easy to compare yourself to others. Comparing your pace, distances etc. Running for me is more of a mental sport than it is physical. I’ve had way too many runs recently where that self doubt gremlin has won. But not today. Today I pushed through. I dug deep. And I managed to get a 5k PB. I’m not the fastest. I’m not fittest. But what I am is consistent. And on this training journey today I realised this is a marathon and not a sprint. So no I’m not going to compare myself to others who run past me or to those that consistently running longer distances than me week in and week out. This is my running journey - it’s me VS me. My race, my pace 🏃🏻♀️ #gemisrunninganditsnottothebar #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #roadtomarathon #runningjourney #runningjournal #manchesterrunners #didsburyrunners #runningindidsbury #didsburylife #runninggirl #runrunrun #runhappy #runlife #runningismytherapy #runningquotes #thisgirlcan #strongwomen #workingtobettermyself #running #runningquotes #runningmotivation
What's the word? The #thursdayrun was 7.77 miles. A mile warm up, four miles at a tempo pace, and then the rest was with the group. I think I'm doing the tempo pace too fast so I need to figure that out. I've been volunteering with a Couch to 5K group and some regulars couldn't make it to the Tuesday run so I agreed to meet up with them today instead. Part of me wondered if it was obnoxious to be like "yeah, I just did a tempo run" but whatever, I finished my solo miles before anyone else showed up so it's not like they were watching me and it's not like I talked about it. The funny thing about me is this account gets all running talk out of my system and I really don't say much about it in real life. The shirt of the day is from the 2018 Chicago Marathon. It is so ugly I like it. Tomorrow brings the end of my silly "do not repeat a shirt" thing I started January 1. I have a few things that I can't wear due to them not fitting, and of course, I'm not including holiday themed items. So, tomorrow is it. I knew over a month ago what the grand finale would be as it's very likely the best shirt I own. I have no idea what filler I will I include in future posts, if any. Perhaps I can talk about the soundtrack of the run. Soundtrack - Gwar - Scumdogs of the Universe #runners #run #runner #running #runs #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #over40runner #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #soberrunners #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife #runninginspiration #runningcommunity #runnerslife #workoutmotivation #runstagram
Speed work in the sunshine ☀️ Nailed the pacing just look at my lovely graph 👉🏻 Rest day tomorrow and then Saturday I'm out for a new adventure ✨🫣 #speedwork #instarunner #sunnyrun #training #runningcommunity #runningaccount #runningdiary #runnersofinstagram #runningjournal #runningjourney #brooksadrenaline #weartheshorts
Week 5 Day 3 - a little bit late with this one, it was too warm for me in Turkey and now I’ve come back to the UK and it’s sunny. Onwards and upwards Warm up - 5 walk 8 run 5 walk 8 run Cool down 5 walk #couchto10k #runningjourney #runningjournal #fitat42 #autoimmunewarrior #london10k #canthisgirlrun #roadto10kfollowers #consistency #holidayover #backtorunning
#️⃣Workout 90/208 and edging closer to the half way mark 🏃🏼♀️ Relaxed 3k today. Shins are tickerty boo but Achilles is not. I think my legs just don’t like me running 🤣 Sooo no running for a couple of days me thinks. #consistencyexperiment #40somethingrunner #runnerat40something #runningat40 #runningat40plus #fitat40 #perimenopausefitness #perimenopausehealth #halfmarathonprep #halfmarathontraining #halfmarathoner #instarunners #runningmum #runmummyrun #runningjournal #runningdiary #strengthtrainingforwomen #couch25k #c25k #challenge208
Let’s talk about Mental Health. Here are five essential things everyone should know about mental health: 1. IT’S COMMON: Mental health issues affect 1 in 4 people worldwide, breaking the stigma. 2. IT’S DIVERSE: Comes in many forms and affects individuals differently. 3. IT’S NOT WEAKNESS: Seeking help shows strength and courage. 4. IT’S TREATABLE: Recovery is possible with proper support and treatment. 5. IT’S EVERYONE’S RESPONSIBILITY: Creating supportive environments and actions count. As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s commit to spreading awareness, reducing stigma, and fostering a culture of empathy and support for everyone navigating their mental health journey. With love & care, Francis❣️ #runningmotivation #runningformentalhealth #womensupportingwomen #womenrunningcommunity #runningcommunity #runninforlife #journal #writtingcommunity #whydoirun #irunbecauseican #kenosharunningclub #runningismytherapy #runningjournal #runninginspiration #morningrun #healthylife #mentalhealth #mindfulrunning #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #mentalhealthawareness
Getting a new job means establishing new routines without compromising your workout schedule. Very happy to return to morning runs before work. Today’s 6 mile run as the sun came up was such a vibe! #Run #Running #RunningJournal #MarathonTraining #OutdoorRun #Runner #SoberRunner #ShutUpAndRun #ChasingBoston #InstaRunner #RunHappy #RunningSeason #RunningGoals #RunningMotivation #CTRunner #RunnersOfInstagram #RunBlog #CTRunners
ℂ𝕖𝕝𝕖𝕓𝕣𝕒𝕥𝕖 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕡𝕣𝕠𝕘𝕣𝕖𝕤𝕤 ✨ 3 years ago I did my first ever half. Loved it as much as I did my most recent one. I've lost count of how many half marathons I've done now. After my first one I dreamt of one day getting a sub 2. I got it once but again made myself ill to get it. It wasn't the sub 2 I wanted, but it's the sub 2 I got. My mindset has flipped from I need to PB, what's the point of running if I don't PB? I didn't PB at Hastings, I just ran to feel and it was by far my most favourite race I've done so far. I have remained consistent, I'm constantly looking for new challenges and experiences, meeting new people and being part of their journey and I'm very proud of the runner I am. Progress doesn't always have to be about being faster🏃🏻♀️ Also how overdressed was I 😂 #progress #mypacemyrace #proudofme #instarunner #halfmarathon #runningdiary #runningjourney #runningjournal #runningaccount #training #happyrun #happypace #selflove #runnersofinstagram #runnerssupportingrunners
Whether small or significant, decisions propel us forward, guiding us toward our goals and shaping the course of our lives. #runningmotivation #runningformentalhealth #womensupportingwomen #womenrunningcommunity #runningcommunity #runninforlife #journal #writtingcommunity #whydoirun #irunbecauseican #kenosharunningclub #runningismytherapy #runningjournal #runninginspiration #morningrun #healthylife #running #marathon #halfmarathon #strava #instagramrunner #karagoucher
My first guide is now live 😮 Check out my 10k to half marathon training guide and journal. Contains everything you need to know to prepare for a half marathon and a 12 week training plan to build up to the big 13.1 miles! Find the link in my bio! Share your training photos #runwithshw Emz xx #training #halfmarathontraining #trainingguide #smallbuisness #local #supportsmallbuisnesses #runningjournal #handbook #halfmarathontrainingplan #trainingplans
#️⃣ Workout 88/208 and week 19/52 🏃🏼♀️ Surge run with @runkeeper (1k relaxed pace; x4 1 min fast intervals + 1 min recovery; 1k relaxed) The legs felt heavy and niggly and the fast intervals were HORRIBLE. Had to battle my brain to keep going. We’ll have to see how recovery goes but that didn’t feel good or enjoyable 🤣 I think I possibly need to de-load this week as trying to improve 5k time whilst also going further is maybe not the smartest! #consistencyexperiment #40somethingrunner #runnerat40something #runningat40 #runningat40plus #fitat40 #perimenopausefitness #perimenopausehealth #halfmarathonprep #halfmarathontraining #halfmarathoner #instarunners #runningmum #runmummyrun #runningjournal #runningdiary #strengthtrainingforwomen #couch25k #c25k #challenge208 #5kimprover #5kimproverplan #asicsrunkeeper
A running journal is a great way to combine physical fitness with mental self care 🥰😘💪 #running #jogging #fitness #journal #journaling #selfcare #runningjourney #runningjournal #mindfullness #journalinspiration #bulletjournal #journalprompts #vibes #vibepositive #vibevaultstudio #journal_vibevaultstudio
A running journal is a great way to combine physical fitness with mental self care 🥰😘💪 #running #jogging #fitness #journal #journaling #selfcare #runningjourney #runningjournal #mindfullness #journalinspiration #bulletjournal #journalprompts #vibes #vibepositive #vibevaultstudio #journal_vibevaultstudio
What's up? The #tuesdayrun was a mile warm up and then 6x800 with 400ish recovery for a total of about five miles. On my last one, I went for it and was only about nine seconds slower on the last one than my fastest which was when I was in amazing shape a few years ago.....slowly getting it back. The shirt of the day is the awful 2023 Chicago Marathon shirt, the color and design have kind of grown on me but the weird seam around the middle still annoys me. It's also a tad see through. Oh well. Soundtrack - Nanowar of Steel - Italian Folk Metal #runners #run #runner #running #runs #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #over40runner #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #soberrunners #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife #runninginspiration #runningcommunity #runnerslife #workoutmotivation #runstagram
Early morning intervals will always be my fave kind of training 🏃🏻♀️ #gemisrunninganditsnottothebar #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #roadtomarathon #runningjourney #runningjournal #manchesterrunners #didsburyrunners #runningindidsbury #didsburylife #runninggirl #runrunrun #runhappy #runlife #runningismytherapy #runningquotes #thisgirlcan #strongwomen #workingtobettermyself #running #intervalrunning
Really quick shoes! Can’t wait to race in them @adidasrunning #RunningJournal #RunnersLife #FitnessMotivation #HealthyLifestyle #RunHappy #RunnersCommunity #MarathonTraining #RunToInspire #InstaRunners #CardioWorkout #FitnessJourney #RunningGoals #AthleteLife #TrailRunning #EnduranceTraining #FitnessInspiration #MorningRun #OutdoorFitness #TrackAndField #StayActive #FitnessAddict
This is the first post for this page! I’m starting out here to document my journey to qualify for the Boston Marathon, hopefully in the next two years! As a start, since I currently injured (Achilles tendon) so I need to take about a break from running for a month, I would like to do this mini series to document all my gears going into this long journey as this might prevent me from getting more gear (just got married and looking out for our budgets)! Please follow me and join me on this journey to keep me accountable! My target is to reach 10k by the end of this year (2024)! #RunningJournal #RunnersLife #FitnessMotivation #HealthyLifestyle #RunHappy #RunnersCommunity #MarathonTraining #RunToInspire #InstaRunners #CardioWorkout #FitnessJourney #RunningGoals #AthleteLife #TrailRunning #EnduranceTraining #FitnessInspiration #MorningRun #OutdoorFitness #TrackAndField #StayActive #FitnessAddict
7.5 very soggy bank holiday miles 🏃🏻♀️ I haven't run on the road for a couple of weeks and I really noticed the difference. Felt really strong like fitter overall, not a lot may have changed in a couple of weeks but I feel good 💪🏻 Nice to have a bit of consistency but I think I prefer leaping over tree roots, having a little climb over styles and listening to the noises. Ran with my friend and we got absolutely soaked. It was chucking it down the first time we met and I knew then she was a keeper ☔ Grabbed my short shorts and noticed my tiki tan is coming on nicely 😎 I can see it even if no one else can - but for a half Irish girl this is tanned 🤣 I hope you've all had a lovely bank holiday 💚 #getmeonthetrails #weartheshorts #newbalance #runner #mondayrunday #mondayrun #instarun #runnersofinstagram #runnerssupportingrunners #runningaccount #runningjourney #runningjournal #kentrunning
Four miles for #mondayrunday. I am approaching the part of training where four miles feels weirdly short and I can sense my appetite fading. Soon my clothes will start fitting better. The shirt of the day is from the kings of metal, Manowar. For a while there, Manowar merch was really hard to find because they didn't have a US webstore, so it was either pay close to $80 for a shirt or go with bootlegs - I was able to locate this one on eBay for a reasonable price so I jumped on it. Hopefully I will have several more Manowar shirts by the end of the year. If you don't read closely or often, beginning on January 1, I decided to wear every shirt I own without repeating on runs. It looks like this project will be complete early next week unless the "mystery three pack" of Iron Maiden shirts I ordered get delivered sooner than I think (and they're worth keeping). Soundtrack - Civ - Set Your Goals Gorilla Biscuits - Gorilla Biscuits #runners #run #runner #running #runs #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #over40runner #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #soberrunners #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife #runninginspiration #runningcommunity #runnerslife #workoutmotivation #runstagram #mondayrun
Midway through the #sundayrun I was thinking about fun and exciting places I wanted to visit but couldn't decide where to go next. I asked the universe for a sign to guide me....... Pass. Let's see, this was supposed to be 10 miles but I got lost and it wound up being 11. My phone was acting up and I literally had to ask someone for directions to get out of the subdivision. I thought I knew where I was and I was further from home than I realized. I find saying "don't worry, I'm not going to hurt you" is a great way when I need to initiate conversations to keep people at ease! The shirt of the day is from Macabre. I bought it because it was a parody of the album cover Black Metal by Venom. I rarely wear it because instead of the devil, the face is Albert Fish and I have limits. Soundtrack - King Diamond - The Spiders Lullaby Shelter - Mantra Judge - New York Crew Mourning Noise - At the Seville #runners #run #runner #running #runs #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #sober #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife #runninginspiration #runningcommunity #sundayrunday #longrun #runningpunks
2024 Week 18 #weeklyreport #weeklyprogress #weeklyrecap #rundiary #runningjourney #runningjourney #runningjournal #weeklygoals
Hello! My name is Touka Medjoubi and I’m a runner for Hunter College in cross country, indoor and outdoor track and field. Although I’ve been only a first year runner athlete, I’ve came a long way and my goal is to continue. ✨💪 I’ve also been really proud of myself for doing it, and doing what I love most, run. So please follow me on my journey ahead as I continue to inspire, lead, and grow as a runner and athlete.✨✨ Also create and share content with you all and how we can all support each other on this running journey. #runner #runnersofig #runnersofinstagram #runnersoftheworld #nyrr #run #running #fitness #crosstraining #inspire #lead #grow #athlete #runningathlete #collegeathlete #xc #t&f #trackandfield #journey #blogger #contentcreator #runningjourney #runningjournal
Today’s run exhausted me so I needed to sit for the photo 😂 BUT I hit my milage goal today with a nine mile run. We are now less than one month until the Fairfield Half Marathon and I’m knocking on the door of double digit miles on my long runs. Being apart of the @athleticbrewing team for this training session has been so motivating and has really kept me focused on this goal while getting ready to train for my first full marathon later this fall in Hartford. #Run #Running #RunningJournal #MarathonTraining #OutdoorRun #Runner #SoberRunner #ShutUpAndRun #ChasingBoston #InstaRunner #RunHappy #RunningSeason #RunningGoals #RunningMotivation #CTRunner #RunnersOfInstagram #RunBlog #CTRunners
Welp, here’s to the start of May miles…. Hopefully more than April 🥴😅🤣🤷🏻♀️ #saturday #maymiles #maythe4thbewithyou #runningjournal #watchpic #motherrunner #minnesota #chapter40 #chooseyourhard
short run > no run #saturdayrun #springrunning #brooklynheights #brooklynbridgepark #shortrun #runbrooklyn #nycrunning #runningtherapy #runningjournal
What's up! It's the #saturdayrun. Ran to the Couch to 5K group, ran with them for about two miles and change, and then ran home - typical Saturday with a total distance of about six miles. The head coach wasn't there and I somehow found myself leading the group stretches which likely led to more laughs than flexibility. The shirt of the day is from Iron Maiden. I am sorry, but I am a fan of Blaze Bayley and these albums and I will not apologize for it. Anyway, this shirt, weirdly, was on clearance for $10 a while ago so I had to grab it to show some support. Soundtrack - The Damned - The Rockfield Files Judge - Bringin' It Down #runners #run #runner #running #runs #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #over40runner #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #soberrunners #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife #runninginspiration #runningcommunity #runnerslife #workoutmotivation #runstagram
#️⃣ Workout 87/208 🏃🏼♀️ 11k Today ended up being the perfect day to smash out the longest run I’ve done since 2008. I wasn’t planning on it, but I felt so good that I decided mid run that it was ON. This was also the first time I’ve ever tried a gel. I’d heard good things about @maurten_official and it didn’t disappoint. I LOVED every minute of that run. What a privilege to be able to run for that long and feel that good. Symptoms of perimeno have been gnarly of late but running is proving to be the perfect antidote. Have the BEST bank holiday peeps! #consistencyexperiment #40somethingrunner #runnerat40something #runningat40 #runningat40plus #fitat40 #perimenopausefitness #perimenopausehealth #halfmarathonprep #halfmarathontraining #halfmarathoner #instarunners #runningmum #runmummyrun #runningjournal #runningdiary #strengthtrainingforwomen #couch25k #c25k #challenge208
Today’s workout: 5km at a low pulse At my parents house I always fly across the paths. I don’t know if it’s the flat landscape or the shoes, but whatever it is… it works. Running here is always super fun. #runstagram #runningmotivation #runningjournal #runningismyhappyplace #runnersofinstagram #runnerslife #laufen #laufenmachtglücklich
Run no6 postpartum 🤪 Yes, we're still in single digits, but today I managed 2 x 15mins of nonstop running 🥳 Definitely taking that as a win! Despite my account mostly being used as my running journal, insta thinks my whole personality is now motherhood. I am being bombarded by suggested reels/posts by insta yummy mummy wannabes dishing out information/advice that I never asked for 🫠 I see a lot of sunshine and rainbows where in fact us first time mothers are just winging it at best. Not one pregnancy or post-partum journey is the same, and most certainly, no 2 babies are either. I feel like there's a lot of pressure to be keeping fit throughout pregnancy and bouncing back to pre baby weight in 5 seconds. It's amazing if one's body allows that, but for those who need to hear it , the majority of us do not fall into that category. Between feeding, playing, tummy time, pram walks, being puked on, running a household, and forever washing muslins, it isn't easy to fit any 'me' time in. 7 months after giving birth I still look in the mirror in disbelief not quite recognising myself and as my beautiful friend said it brilliantly - my old wardrobe just laughs at me when I try and wear anything out of it 🤣 Movement comes in many ways, and whilst I feel and look incredibly unfit compared to my old self, maternity life is beautiful, and I just want to be in the present soaking it all up 💖 And that's my rant over 😅 Normal running content to resume.
What’s the word? Five miles for the #fridayrun. I wore a Gloryhammer shirt and it’s National Paranormal Day, therefore the logical destination of this run was a graveyard in Inverness! I glanced on Google Maps and saw Cady Cemetery listed, so I went to check it out. It looks like a nicely maintained graveyard with well kept old stones, but alas – it is locked and I am not nimble enough to jump that fence. Maybe I’ll check with the local historical society to see how access can be granted. Anyway, I didn’t have a ghost meter with me anyway so it doesn’t matter. The shirt of the day is from Gloryhammer. I think I ordered this with some vinyl from Austria a while back when you couldn’t find their merch in US webstores…I actually am pretty sure you still can’t. Soundtrack – Gloryhammer – Return to the Kingdom of Fife #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #over40runner #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #soberrunners #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife #runninginspiration #runningcommunity #runnerslife #workoutmotivation #runstagram #runningaddict #runspiration #runhappy
Manchester I’d like some more some sun please, as it makes running so much more fun 🏃🏻♀️☀️ #gemisrunninganditsnottothebar #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #roadtomarathon #runningjourney #runningjournal #manchesterrunners #didsburyrunners #runningindidsbury #didsburylife #runninggirl #runrunrun #runhappy #runlife #runningismytherapy #runningquotes #thisgirlcan #strongwomen #workingtobettermyself #running #runninggirl #runningtime #sunshine #didsbury
Week 5 Day 2 - running on holiday, who am I???! Today was tough, hills and 24 degrees but I think it’s my longest distance. Warm up - 5 walk 5 run and 3 walk 8 run and 5 walk 5 run Cool down 5 walk #couchto10k #runningjourney #runningjournal #fitat42 #autoimmunewarrior #london10k #canthisgirlrun #roadto10kfollowers #consistency #holidayrun
Started the six mile #thursdayrun with temperatures in the 80s and lots of sun.... Clouds started to form around a mile in and then at mile four the temperature plummeted so I knew it was about to get fun. Torrential rain with a bit of hail for mile five and then things calmed a bit for the rest. It wasn't that bad because it was fairly short, but it did kinda sting. Anyway yeah, this was a tempo run done in a hillier than usual area for a bit of an extra challenge. Went okay, all things considered. That temperature drop helped a lot. The shirt of the day is another from Uada. They're about to go on tour and it seems Milwaukee Metal Fest has a radius clause because none of the bands playing are stopping in Chicago, which is kind of annoying. Soundtrack - Carnivore - Retaliation #runners #run #runner #running #runs #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #over40runner #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #soberrunners #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife #runninginspiration #runningcommunity
Today’s workout: 5 x (1km slow, 1 min sprint) The sprints were tough today. It is too warm. Give me rain. Give me subzero temperatures. Anything is better than 24° and high humidity. #runstagram #runnersofinstagram #runningjournal #runhappy #runrunrun #runningmotivation #running #instarunners #laufen #laufenmachtglücklich #workoutcomplete
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#️⃣ Workout 85/208 🏃🏼♀️ 3k run; average pace 7.43km/min 📔 Run 2/24 on my @runkeeper 5k plan. A 5k pb is on the list this year and I’m sneaking this plan in before head goes down into half marathon training. Glorious run in the 🌞 Loved that. #consistencyexperiment #40somethingrunner #runnerat40something #runningat40 #runningat40plus #fitat40 #perimenopausefitness #perimenopausehealth #halfmarathonprep #halfmarathontraining #halfmarathoner #instarunners #runningmum #runmummyrun #runningjournal #runningdiary #strengthtrainingforwomen #couch25k #c25k #challenge208
IYKYK … 🏃🏻♀️ #gemisrunninganditsnottothebar #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #roadtomarathon #runningjourney #runningjournal #manchesterrunners #didsburyrunners #runningindidsbury #didsburylife #runninggirl #runrunrun #runhappy #runlife #runningismytherapy #runningquotes #thisgirlcan #strongwomen #workingtobettermyself #runningquotes #running
Day 4! First two miles were very relaxed. It was the third mile again that gave me gripe. It felt like I was running on goo. Still ended the last 800 m with strides. #runeveryday #marathontraining #garminconnect #run #training #traininglog #runningjournal #runningcommunity #runninglog #fitness #マラソン #走る人
First run of week 8 in my @runna_coach plan…not sure how much I’m looking forward to the final run though. #running #runna #beginnerrunner #slowrunner #runners #runhappy #runrunrun #runningjournal
Today’s workout: 4km at a low pulse I’m still super happy that, despite being sick for over three weeks, my pace hasn’t decreased. Today’s run was really good. The weather was perfect, and for most of the time, there was no one else around. Nothing beats a run where it’s just you and the path ahead. #runningmotivation #runningjournal #runstagram #runningismyhappyplace #runnerslife #runhappy #laufen #laufenmachtglücklich
Getting stronger both mentally and physically - and I love it! #gemisrunninganditsnottothebar #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #roadtomarathon #runningjourney #runningjournal #manchesterrunners #didsburyrunners #runningindidsbury #didsburylife #runninggirl #runrunrun #runhappy #runlife #runningismytherapy #runningquotes #thisgirlcan #strongwomen #workingtobettermyself
Week 5 Day 1 - after my last disappointing run Indecided to get back out on the road and that meant running up a hill! Also I never excercise on holiday and so also counting this an achievement. I did it and I’m so proud of myself. Warm up - 5 walk 4 run and 3 walk 6 run and 3 walk 4 run Cool down 5 walk #couchto10k #runningjourney #runningjournal #fitat42 #autoimmunewarrior #london10k #canthisgirlrun #roadto10kfollowers #consistency #holidayrun
Week 4 Day 3 - I was really disappointed with this run, I’m on holiday and used the treadmill. It’s was so hard and even though I got my halfway to 5k badge I didn’t feel like posting 🙃 Warm up - 5 walk 3 run and 2 walk 5 run and 5 walk x2 3 run and 2 walk Cool down 5 walk #couchto10k #runningjourney #runningjournal #fitat42 #autoimmunewarrior #london10k #canthisgirlrun #roadto10kfollowers #consistency
What's happening? The #tuesdayrun was about six miles. The first four miles were solo fartlek and then the remaining was with the #c25k group. We are up to twenty minutes of running in the group which is pretty intense. Everyone in the group I work with is doing amazing. The running month overall was pretty solid. 153 miles total. I began incorporating speed work and tempo runs which have been going well. I need to get food consumption in check but I'm doing so gradually to avoid burnout. Or so I tell myself. The shirt of the day is for the Berlin Marathon. Someone near and dear saw me bitching and moaning about the actual race shirts and came up with this absolutely amazing design that I love. I consider this my "real" Berlin shirt. Soundtrack - Gwar - America Must Be Destroyed #runners #run #runner #running #runs #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #over40runner #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #soberrunners #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife #runninginspiration #runningcommunity #runnerslife #workoutmotivation #runstagram
Well, I did say there wouldn’t be ANYTHING glamorous about this account🫠 but, this is the happy face of a very happy girl who just did her longest run yet!! I started week 7 of couch to 5k today, which was a 25 minute run, but when I got to around 25 minutes I was only about 0.5km off getting to 4km, so I just carried on! Although, I am slightly annoyed I didn’t realise how close I was to running for 30 minutes, or I’d have just carried on🙄🤦🏼♀️ but hey! #runningjourney #runningjournal #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #runninglife #beginnerrunner #girlrunner #girlswhorun #healthylifestyle #runningday #runners #runnersofinstagram #happygirl #instarunner
#️⃣ Workout 83/208 and the start of week 18/52 🏃🏼♀️ Intervals! Well that run HUMBLED me. It was HARD 🤣 but I’m happy with my pace and somehow the last run was the fastest even though I was knackered and not enjoying it. I said at the start of the year id avoid training plans but I think I need something to keep me focused and pushing ahead so I’m doing an 8 week block for a faster 5k with @runkeeper. After that it’s half marathon training 👀 #consistencyexperiment #40somethingrunner #runnerat40something #runningat40 #runningat40plus #fitat40 #perimenopausefitness #perimenopausehealth #halfmarathonprep #halfmarathontraining #halfmarathoner #instarunners #runningmum #runmummyrun #runningjournal #runningdiary #strengthtrainingforwomen #couch25k #c25k #challenge208 #5krun #5kmtraining
When I busted my knee 1.5 months ago, these are not the faces I imagined I'd be having during the race. In fact I was really worried that I might not be able to participate, and God forbid - that my trail days are no more. @agrifadila know how painful my recovery process is 💀🦵⚡️ (thank you for the treatment & the exercises ka! 🙏) And as if that ain't enough, for a week just before the race I got a fever and a really bad cough. So yeah, forget about training properly - I was just focusing on resting, getting back on my feet for daily activities & work. Only by His grace, I'm able to start - ENJOY - and actually finish this one. Under COT, feeling strong & injury free. 🥹 Yeah, I'm really grateful for this experience. Special thanks to @betaniacaesar for always being there for me 😉🤗🫶 @tikum6.30 & @rpc.indo for all the support & fun picnic trip! @nanda_lichtwo @millsrunning @millsportid for the awesome windbreaker. @gebekamon peeps for all the cheering from our hometown. And last but not least, @merbabu_skyrace - definitely #ngeselintapingangenin #trailrunning #runningjournal
Four miles for the #mondayrun. I guess #mondayrunday is the day for a "recovery run." Yesterday I felt pretty good after my long run but I was dragging the rest of the day. The shirt of the day is kind of a bummer, but also a celebration. A year ago today, my friend Mike Watson passed away from an incredibly aggressive form of cancer. At his celebration of life, this was a tribute shirt a couple friends of his had printed up for attendees. It was seriously one of the largest gatherings of that sort I ever attended which shows what an impact he had on so many. Soundtrack - Dio - The Last in Line #runners #run #runner #running #runs #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #over40runner #runningjournal #runningmotivation #trainingjournal #soberrunners #runningover40 #instarunner #runningdiary #runnersofig #runblog #igrunners #lifeofarunner #runninglife #runninginspiration #runningcommunity #runnerslife #workoutmotivation #runstagram