Solo Run vs Group Run

"I have had runs go very bad, I have had really great runs, most have just been ok.  But I have never regret going out for any of my runs." ~Naomi Schukert

Running is a solo sport.  Most of my running is done solo.  I run the treadmill at the gym by myself or hit the road by myself.  However, there is something that happens when I run with another person.  All of a sudden I am able to push a little more in my training.

I found that talking about running in my daily life I was able to find others that enjoy it too.  This introduced me to a group of runners that meet twice a week with a training schedule for half and full marathons called Sole Crusaders.  Because it is a decent size group, there are all levels/speeds and I knew was bound to find someone with my ability that I could run with.

This morning was an icy 4 mile run with Naomi.  We ran a slow but steady pace that allowed us to chat a little.  She is an ultra runner.  I admire her determination to complete such large goals.  (Maybe someday I will be at that level.)  She encouraged me during the run, answered questions I had about training and was there to keep me moving forward.  Somedays it's nice to get out and run alone, but I have learned in my journey that I enjoy sharing it with others as well.

I would encourage you to find a person or group to share a run with and see what a difference it can make in your training.  I am very thankful that I did.

Also if any of you live in the area and would like to run with Sole Crusaders let me know and I will get you the information.  It is a great group of men and women.

I'm BACK!

Hello All.  I have been on a little hiatus, but I am back.  It is once again that time of year that I am running in the 300 Miles or Die Race.  I am on track to actually finish this year!  I have 210 official miles logged with the group.

I have also completed my very first half marathon 13.1 miles in November.  I have not felt more accomplished in my life!  I decided late to do it and only had 6 weeks to train, but I did it.  I am now working on training for my second one Spring 2014.

Here are some pictures from my first Made in America Half Marathon, Massillon, OH.

My biggest supporter
Talking me through mile 8.                           Mile 9, I was struggling.

                   
 Running on the Tow Path mile 6ish.               Mile 3 still feeling good.
 

2:56:26 finish for my first half marathon with 6 weeks of training.  This was a huge commitment and accomplishment!

New Skin Care

What we put on our bodies is just as important as what we put in our bodies.  I have been on a 6 month trial with new products from Arbonne International.  I have a friend that was selling it and asked me to have a party.  I have had cystic acne for almost a year now after stopping hormones and have not found a product that could help.  So I jumped all in and purchased a bunch of products as a preferred client and received 20% off of everything.
Within one week of using the Clear Advantage line my acne was reduced.  I also did not have any new acne forming!  The products are Gluten Free and Vegan.  They are also botanically based so they smell great.  I have to admit that I didn't think that they would work.  They work!
I was so impressed with the product I signed up as a consultant of the product.  I love that they are Pure, Safe, and Beneficial.  Arbonne International is able to spend money on research and cleaner ingredients because it is a network market.  They don't have to advertise.  The products sell themselves.