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2017 Running Year in Review

1/3/2018

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Now that 2017 has come to a close, I paused to reflect on my running year – the good, bad and the depressing:
Some of my favorite things that happened in my running and racing life this year are:
  • Running 4 Ragnars in 4 states, I feel so lucky to have had those experiences
  • Picking up a new half marathon state  - GA
  • Running 4 half marathons this year
  • Finishing my 50th half marathon filled with joy
  • Captaining my Ragnar Michigan team again and having and even more amazing time!
  • Survived the year with no injuries - amen!
  • Running with so many friends!
And saw some incredible scenery along the way!!!!!
Once again, the year also brought challenges:
  • Significantly slower finish times as a result of weight gain. Running around with an extra 20-25 pounds really makes a difference. I’ve started taking many more walking breaks and really struggle with endurance.  I know that I’m putting unnecessary stress on my already fragile knees. So enough is enough!
  • Struggled with the right strategy – should I be taking more rest days? Or pushing myself?  Overall I think that less is more if I want to do this for the long haul. I tried a RunStreak in December but I don’t think I’ll be doing it again for awhile.
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Things I’m looking forward to in 2018:
  • Ragnar Arizona & Ragnar Michigan again
  • Ragnar Tennessee
  • Getting to a healthier weight
  • Completing my first 50k!  As everyone knows, I’m turning 50 this year, so it only seems like an appropriate time (if my knees can take it) to finally cross a 50k off my list. New mantra below!


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Here’s a video of my race highlights this year. Happy New Year, Everyone!
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