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Year of Running 2014

December 31, 2014 By Toni Church

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Year of Running 2014

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!

NYC Marathon medal

  • 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.

One Relay start

    • 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!

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      • 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???

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About Toni Church

My name is Toni and I am a mother, wife, runner, blogger and RN originally from Long Island. I now reside in Tampa Bay. I blog about running, health, fitness and my life. Follow my journey as I run, love and live my life to the fullest.

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  1. Stephanie says

    December 31, 2014 at 10:41 AM

    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 2014My Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:14 PM

      Thanks Stephanie, Happy New Year!

  2. Amanda - RunToThefinish says

    December 31, 2014 at 10:50 AM

    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 RunningMy Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:14 PM

      Very true Amanda!

  3. Erica G says

    December 31, 2014 at 12:59 PM

    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 COURAGEMy Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:14 PM

      Thanks Erica!

  4. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    December 31, 2014 at 1:37 PM

    Every marathon story I read is so inspiring! Way to go my friend! You should be SO proud of what you’re accomplished!

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:13 PM

      Thansk Rebecca!

  5. Ty says

    December 31, 2014 at 1:59 PM

    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 CrashMy Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:13 PM

      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!

  6. Sandra Laflamme says

    December 31, 2014 at 3:45 PM

    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 2015My Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:12 PM

      It was pretty awesome!

  7. Sandra Laflamme says

    December 31, 2014 at 3:45 PM

    You had such an awesome year! Congrats on NYC!!!
    Sandra Laflamme recently posted..Organic Runner Mom’s Racing Goals for 2015My Profile

  8. Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner says

    December 31, 2014 at 4:17 PM

    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 MomentsMy Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:12 PM

      Thanks Deborah, here’s hoping 2015 rocks for you!!!!

  9. Kerri Olkjer says

    December 31, 2014 at 4:31 PM

    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 WorkoutMy Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:11 PM

      Thanks Kerri!

  10. Rachel says

    December 31, 2014 at 7:33 PM

    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 ReviewMy Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:11 PM

      Thanks Rachel!

  11. RFC says

    January 1, 2015 at 9:11 AM

    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.My Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:10 PM

      Thanks Heather! NYC was awesome, you choudl defnitely do it one day!

  12. Pamela Hernandez says

    January 1, 2015 at 4:41 PM

    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!My Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:10 PM

      That’s awesome, I def need to get back to the weight room this year!

  13. Jenn Speer says

    January 1, 2015 at 5:14 PM

    Great post and congrats on your year of running!
    Jenn Speer recently posted..ET Full Moon 10k Race RecapMy Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:10 PM

      Thanks Jenn!

  14. Cynthia @ You Signed Up For WHAT?! says

    January 2, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    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 GoalsMy Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:09 PM

      Thanks Cynthia!

  15. Janice - Fitness Cheerleader says

    January 2, 2015 at 12:04 PM

    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 GoalsMy Profile

    • Toni Church says

      January 3, 2015 at 5:09 PM

      Thanks Janice!!!

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