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This year will go down in the history books as my best year of running yet!!!! I will be linking up with Miss Zippy’s year of running post, so be sure to head on over to her site and check out all the great posts!
- Best race experience: Ummmm, the New York City Marathon!!! This marathon was a culmination of all my years running and it was a long time coming. I had been trying to run NYC since I started running 19 years ago and actually got in the year of Sandy, but I pulled out prior to the cancellation due to a stress fracture. I deferred until 2014 because in the beginning of 2013 when I had to make the decision to run, I had pneumonia, so I chose 2014 to be my year. Despite the terrible winds that day, I persevered and completed my first marathon in 4:49:14!
- Best run: The Timex One Relay. This was a unique opportunity to participate in a relay that started in Chicago and ended in NYC. For every mile a runner ran Timex donated $100 to the charity of their choice, I chose the ASPCA. In addition, we got to try out their new Timex IRONMAN ONE GPS+ watch, which I am still trying to convince someone to buy for me! The best part of the run was that I got to run with an IRONMAN, Tim from Team Timex! It was an amazing experience.
- Best new piece of gear: My Eddie Bauer Incendiary 1/4-Zip Pullover Shirt that I got at the Fitness Magazine Meet & Tweet. This is the most comfortable, warm and stylish long sleeved running top I have ever worn!
- Best piece of running advice you received: During the Timex One Relay I had the opportunity to run with Gene from Charity Miles for a mile or so and he gave me the best advice about running the NYC Marathon. I had the opportunity to talk to him prior to the run and run about a mile or so with him. He told me to enjoy every moment of the marathon and every mile, because as hard as it was going to be, I would want each moment back and you know what, he was 100% right!!!! I took his advice and just soaked in the whole marathon experience and I am so happy I did!
- Most inspirational runner: I can’t just choose one. Every single person who gets out there and hits the pavement is inspirational to me.
- If you could sum up your year in a couple of words, what would they be? I only neeed one–AMAZING!
How was your year???
I agree that your year was AMAZING! I really enjoyed your posts about the NYC Marathon. I could feel your excitement in every word. Thanks for sharing your journey! Looking forward to reading your future running adventures in 2015! Have a Happy New Year!
Stephanie recently posted..The Year in Review: My Three Favorite Posts of 2014
Thanks Stephanie, Happy New Year!
I couldn’t agree more with Gene!! It’s a freaking hard race, but we have trained for months to make it happen so might as well try to embrace the whole experience.
Amanda – RunToThefinish recently posted..6 races, 2 relays, 1603 miles – Spontaneous Running
Very true Amanda!
It was great following you through 2014 and I can’t wait to see what 2015 has in store for you!
Erica G recently posted..Power Words: From FAITH to COURAGE
Thanks Erica!
Every marathon story I read is so inspiring! Way to go my friend! You should be SO proud of what you’re accomplished!
Thansk Rebecca!
What a great year indeed! I haven’t run NY yet but I plan to as it’s on my run bucket list. My year was a bit mixed with my fourth Boston Marathon, my first sub twenty 5k, and my first DNF which landed me in the hospital for eleven days with four broken ribs from a triathlon bike crash. That wiped out my second half but I’ve been slowly rehab’ing and getting good ready for Boston #5. Thankful to be a runner again. Best wishes in 2015 for you!
Ty recently posted..Reminders and Progress Since my Crash
Wow, you are pretty amazing. So sorry to here about you triathlon crash, glad you are recovering! 5th Boston, I only hope to at least do one someday!
The Timex One Relay sounded like such a cool event!~ I would love to do that if they ever ran it again!
Sandra Laflamme recently posted..Organic Runner Mom’s Racing Goals for 2015
It was pretty awesome!
You had such an awesome year! Congrats on NYC!!!
Sandra Laflamme recently posted..Organic Runner Mom’s Racing Goals for 2015
Looks like you had an amazing running year! That Timex relay sounds cool. I did not have my best running year but hey here’s hoping for 2015!
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner recently posted..My Royal Wow Moments
Thanks Deborah, here’s hoping 2015 rocks for you!!!!
You’ve had such a great running year. It’s been so fun to follow along.
Kerri Olkjer recently posted..Hype or Help: Chalene Johnson’s Piyo Workout
Thanks Kerri!
Great year of running! Your Timex relay AND NYC marathon looked to be AMAZING experiences!! I loved following your journey! 🙂
Rachel recently posted..Getting #FitWithAsics Gel-Fit Sana Shoe Review
Thanks Rachel!
Yes, 2014 was a great one indeed! NYC Marathon is on my wishlist, heck it’s probably on every runner’s wish list! I can’t wait to follow your 2015 adventures my friend! Happy new year!
RFC recently posted..Plans & No Plans for 2015.
Thanks Heather! NYC was awesome, you choudl defnitely do it one day!
My year? Back to the weight room. I remembered my roots and got back to “old school” lifting. My body loves me for it!
Pamela Hernandez recently posted..Skip the New Year’s Resolutions. Make a Commitment Today!
That’s awesome, I def need to get back to the weight room this year!
Great post and congrats on your year of running!
Jenn Speer recently posted..ET Full Moon 10k Race Recap
Thanks Jenn!
Yes – the TIMEX ONE Relay was a really great experience for me too! I’m still so excited about your NYC Marathon.
Cynthia @ You Signed Up For WHAT?! recently posted..5 Ways to Stick to Your Fitness Goals
Thanks Cynthia!
What a fantastic year Toni! Congrats again on the NYC marathon, I’m so proud of you for persevering!
Janice – Fitness Cheerleader recently posted..How to Stay Focused on Long Term Fitness Goals
Thanks Janice!!!