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Month: January 2020

January 3, 2020

Asheville Marathon Training: Month 1

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Transformation. I started the year with a resolution I’ve been meaning to make for a number of years. A goal I’ve been putting off for quite some time. I wanted to read one book per month. The thought of sitting still, reading black words on an off-white page caused me anxiety, which suggested to me I ought to do it. I will find growth in areas of discomfort. . I started with a simple book that has been sitting on my shelf and night stand for years. It wasn’t my cup of tea, though I did learn something from it. I had to muscle through those 160 pages and it did take me the entire month of January to do so. (The last 30 pages were better than the book’s entirety and I ripped them out to refer to them as needed) . Fast forward to my run this morning when I realized I’m almost done with February and I’m currently reading 3 books at once! Progress? I think so! I polled my stories yesterday about whether you all count your audiobooks toward your reading goal, and although the answer was a resounding YES! I’m not going to. I’m going to count them separately, because I don’t think audiobooks align with my intention of my goal. . Anywhoooo, just finished listening to Educated, by Tara Westover (fascinating!!!) and moved onto listening to The Art of Racing in the Rain during my runs and commutes. I’m also reading How to Win Friends and Influence People as personal/professional development for work, and I’m devouring Midnight in Chernobyl, gifted to me by April @embrace_the_pace . I just thought it was so interesting that in such a short time, I’ve transformed from the mere thought of reading causing me anxiety to currently working on 3 books simultaneously! . Barley is clearly less interested, and much more focused on the geese not pictured here. I thought it was such a cute picture 🥰. If you’re still reading this caption, head over to my Etsy (link in bio) and scoop up a gaiter for your winter runs and activities! Or a sweaty seat cover before the weather demands it. There’s free shipping all month, and you should take advantage of that 😘. . . . #avlmarathon #motherrunner #marathontraining #procompressionambassador #sponsored #20thmarathon #20in2020 @procompression

You guys! I did it! I did all the things! I ran hills, I did a compound cool down, I did a 🍑boo-tay🍑 workouts AND I stretched! So, I don’t know who needs to hear this today, but you can do it... you can do all the things! . . . . . #avlmarathon #motherrunner #marathontraining #procompressionambassador #keepittight #20thmarathon #20in2020 @procompression #werunavl #werunsocial #bootyday #80do #bod #allthethings #runhappy #noxgearnation #hshive #stingorbeestung

Ohhhh snap 4 more weeks and just one grueling long run left! Marathon training for my 20th full is rounding up and ticking on by... I’m way more excited to see my #BRF best running friends than I am to run this race but whatevs! . 10+ sunrise miles with my Barley buddy. My leg was in pain the whole time 😕 more strength training and yoga is on the roster for this week. Fingers crossed 🤞🏻 that kicks it into shape. . . . #avlmarathon #motherrunner #marathontraining #procompressionambassador #keepittight #20thmarathon #20in2020 @procompression #werunavl #werunsocial #sunrisemiles #sunriserun #sundayrunday #sundayfunday

I ran 8 miles, ate 2 hamburgers, and took a nap today! What did you do? {also, tank tops and shorts in February? Yes please!} . . . . #avlmarathon #motherrunner #marathontraining #procompressionambassador #keepittight #20thmarathon #20in2020 @procompression #werunavl #werunsocial

Hey 👋🏻 I’m Amy, aka RunningYogiMom. I figured it’s a New Year, there are probably a few new faces, so why not get to know each other? . I’ve been a mom for almost 13 years to this guy here, Landon... He’s such a rad kid who started mountain biking on a team and loves golf. He’s been involved in scouts for about 7 years or so and I really hope he continues with it. . Recently we expanded our family when we welcomed Clara in January of 2019. Yep, that’s right- my babes are almost 12 years apart! Landon is an incredible big brother - actually just an incredible human in general - and Clara (swipe!) is turning out to be a spicy little nugget that always talks back, had random dance parties (just like mom), and adores her big bro. . I have a kick ass hubby and two dogs, and we recently moved to western North Carolina for my dream job at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. I’m currently training for my 20th full marathon, which happens to land on my 36th birthday! . I’ve fallen out of practice with yoga recently, but still try to meditate and do what I can when I can. I mean, life #amiright ?? I also have a blog that I write about 1/10th of the thoughts and ideas I have #betterthannothing ?? And an Etsy with a few running products I make that I personally swear by #linkinbio . My goal on Insta used to be to grow my following, and then I realized I’d rather just be me and if you want to follow along then this is what you get! Sometimes I’ll be loving life, hitting all my workouts, and nailing that work-life-mom-wife-blend. Other times my mental health struggles flare up and I’ll get real, because this is anxiety. This is PTSD. This is Postpartum depression. And that’s okay! . I’d love to get to know you, #instarunners #instayogis and #instamoms so drop a message or emoji below! Thanks for reading... we’re all in this together 💕 . . . #avlmarathon #sociallife #motherrunner #marathontraining #procompressionambassador #keepittight #20thmarathon #20in2020 @procompression #fleetfeetavl #werunavl #werunsocial #womensrunningcommunity #run828 #willsweatforbeer

I know it’s hard, mama. I know it’s hard to get up every day and have people rely on you. I know it’s hard to sometimes feel like your world is so small. I want to remind you that you are the W O R L D You are the world that those little (and not so little) ones revolve around. You are their nurture. Their home. Their heart. Their comfort. Their balance. You are everything to them. I hope that even on your hard days, especially on your hard days, you know how much you mean to them. I hope you know how special you are. #momhard

S I X Y E A R S ! My main running buddy, Barley is six years old 🥰 We got Barley from Ruff Start Rescue when we lived in Minnesota. He was rescued from a high kill shelter in Texas, and somehow found his way into a foster home in MN. I was having severe anxiety while I was running after PTSD from a plane crash while skydiving and my husband and I thought a pup to run with would help. I have always loved Border Collies, so I started searching rescue sites for mutts. . We met an 8-month old Barley on our way home from me running the Twin Cities marathon. He was listed as a Border Collie German Shepherd mix, but we’re fairly certain he’s Aussie or English shepherd... who knows 🤷🏼‍♀️ He had way too much energy, and I left the meet ‘n greet so conflicted. I didn’t know if adding a puppy to my life would help, or cause more anxiety. Chad seemed more sure and picked him up the next weekend. . I am so glad he did! I have never loved a dog as much as I love Barley. He has trained for countless races with me (he has yet to run a race he’s trained for 😂🤣). He has helped my anxiety and PTSD, and now PPD tremendously! I know “emotional support” animals are getting a lot of shit these days, and I’m not one of those people who tries to abuse the system so no, B doesn’t fly with me or go into restaurants, but in the sense of emotional support, he’s exactly that. . Lately, I get the sense that he needs me a little more. Needs a little more love, a few extra massages, a couple more scratches and cuddles. I’m sure he’s a little jealous of Clara... but he’s been a great training partner on my 3-4 runs a week, and an amazing dog- even when he sneaks up onto our bed and curls behind my legs. . Happy birthday, Barley! I love you 💕 if you want more of Barley’s adventures, check out my highlights: B’s adventures! . . #dogsofinstagram #bordercolliesofinstagram #bestrunningfriend #marathontraining #procompressionambassador #sponsored #keepittight #sockgametight @procompression @ruffstartrescuemn

19 pain-free {fast!} miles! I have no clue what’s up with my leg, it was achy and painful during a slow 4 yesterday and carried me strong through these 19 today. 🤷🏼‍♀️ I’m down to two more long runs and then it’s TAPER TIME! I’m waaaaay more excited to see my Maryland MRTTers than I am to run ❤️❤️❤️ . . . . #avlmarathon #sundayrunday #sundayfunday #longrundone #motherrunner #marathontraining #procompressionambassador #keepittight #20thmarathon #20in2020 @procompression #fleetfeetavl #werunavl #werunsocial

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