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Category Archives: 5K

Motivation, Motivation, and Motivation

September 2, 2015by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

This morning, a friend of mine requested that I blog about how I get motivated to run, specifically after a long hiatus (my first request!).  He loves running and he’s […]

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13.1, 26.2, 5K, daily, long distance running, marathon, migraine, runDisney, Running, Training

Race Recap: Jacksonville Celebration 5K

July 11, 2015by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

Hey all! Happy belated Fourth to you Americans out there! I started my celebration with the first race in 1st Place Sports’ Grand Prix… The Jacksonville Celebration 5K. It’s the […]

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5K, race recap, Running, Training

Canned Tuna: Not Just Cat Food

June 29, 2015by LeilaniRL 2 Comments

You may be saying, “Canned tuna? Eew. Stinky!” But don’t plug your nose yet! Tuna is a GREAT source of protein, perfect for helping muscle recovery! Tuna is my go-to […]

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13.1, 26.2, 5K, daily, long distance running, marathon, Nutrition, Running, Training

Mother Nature and her little gifts… Suck. 

June 18, 2015by LeilaniRL 3 Comments

   I had a tough run yesterday morning and it wasn’t because of the heat. There comes a time every 28 days or so when Mother Nature delivers a week […]

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26.2, 5K, daily, long distance running, marathon, Running

Product Review: R8 Massage Roller

June 2, 2015by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

   My family and I took a visit to my favorite local running store, 1st Place Sports, and we saw the R8 Massage Roller by Roll Recovery. I’ve played with it […]

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13.1, 26.2, 5K, long distance running, marathon, Product Review, Running, running gear, Training

Workout Paces – Do You Know Yours?

May 28, 2015by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

I just learned something new today: how to figure out what my workout paces should be, and it’s all thanks to the Nike Run Club’s pace chart.     First, run […]

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13.1, 26.2, 5K, daily, long distance running, Running, Training

Changing it Up

April 25, 2015by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

Lately, I’ve noticed a decrease in my pace and an increase in pain in my left leg so I’ve decided to ease up. I mean, it’s only April 25 and […]

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13.1, 26.2, 5K, daily, long distance running, Running, Training

Race Recap: 2015 Beson4 Corporate Run 5K

April 18, 2015by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

Hi Ho, Leilani here with another race recap!  The Beson4 Media Group Corporate Run is a 5K run/walk open to employees of corporations, government agencies, financial institutions, and individuals.  This […]

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5K, race recap, Running

The Next Race – B4 Corporate Run 5K

March 31, 2015by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

Once again, I have volunteered my services and posted myself as team captain for my company.  This year, we will be…  The Virtual Runners of SMT!  My goals this year […]

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5K, Running, Training

Overcoming Fear

January 28, 2015by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

A lady came up to me and said that I’m probably not afraid of running a race anymore, and called me “experienced”. Sure I’m “experienced,” but I am still afraid. […]

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26.2, 5K, daily, long distance running, marathon, Training

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Renovar - Policyholder folder (front and back)
Renovar – Policyholder folder (front and back)
Renovar - Policyholder Folder and Business Card (inside)
Renovar – Policyholder Folder and Business Card (inside)
Renovar - Adjuster Brochure (inside)
Renovar – Adjuster Brochure (inside)
Renovar - Adjuster Brochure (front)
Renovar – Adjuster Brochure (front)
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp - Battered Up Bold City
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp – Battered Up Bold City
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp - Household Name
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp – Household Name
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp - True Grits
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp – True Grits

Snapshots of my Running Life

Made this banner to inspire me.
Made this banner to inspire me.
I am so proud of this top-5% overall finish at the 2014 Wine and Dine
I am so proud of this top-5% overall finish at the 2014 Wine and Dine
2014 Wine and Dine.
2014 Wine and Dine.
Working at the 2012 26.2 with Donna Marathon. Surrounded by inspirational people.
Working at the 2012 26.2 with Donna Marathon. Surrounded by inspirational people.
I saw this shirt at Animal Kingdom and thought it was perfect.
I saw this shirt at Animal Kingdom and thought it was perfect.
New Balance's Minimus Fours are great for those short easy runs and a day at Disney.
New Balance’s Minimus Fours are great for those short easy runs and a day at Disney.
2017 WDW Marathon - Finished with a sprained right ankle. I was on pace to finish a 3:50 race, but got injured after mile-19. I feel good about this race because I EARNED it. I finished two minutes faster than my first marathon though!
2017 WDW Marathon – Finished with a sprained right ankle. I was on pace to finish a 3:50 race, but got injured after mile-19. I feel good about this race because I EARNED it. I finished two minutes faster than my first marathon though!
Yours truly.
Yours truly.
My second race, Creekside High
My second race, Creekside High
2014 Corporate Run. Next time, I'm asking for a performance shirt. It was WAY too hot for cotton.
2014 Corporate Run. Next time, I’m asking for a performance shirt. It was WAY too hot for cotton.
Met up with my sister before the race - 2014 Princess Half Marathon
Met up with my sister before the race – 2014 Princess Half Marathon
Never Quit 2013 was my second race after having my third baby. Ran the Donna 5K the day before.
Never Quit 2013 was my second race after having my third baby. Ran the Donna 5K the day before.
These pants are comfy, practical, and just plain awesome after a run (and for yoga)!
These pants are comfy, practical, and just plain awesome after a run (and for yoga)!
2017 WDW Marathon - At ESPN just after I sprained my right ankle. I don't look injured, right? That was the plan.
2017 WDW Marathon – At ESPN just after I sprained my right ankle. I don’t look injured, right? That was the plan.
2016 Star Wars Kids Races - The Darkside. My little man came missed the start, but ran hard and got second!
2016 Star Wars Kids Races – The Darkside. My little man came missed the start, but ran hard and got second!
My husband and I at the 2014 Wine and Dine.
My husband and I at the 2014 Wine and Dine.
My sister and I - 2014 Princess Half Marathon
My sister and I – 2014 Princess Half Marathon
Running through the Magic Kingdom - 2014 Princess Half Marathon
Running through the Magic Kingdom – 2014 Princess Half Marathon
Right after I was cleared to run after my third baby, I registered for NQ. Great race and awesome energy. "Never quit" is my mantra.
Right after I was cleared to run after my third baby, I registered for NQ. Great race and awesome energy. “Never quit” is my mantra.
Crossing the Line at my first Gate River Run
Crossing the Line at my first Gate River Run
For my long runs, I wear my Asics Nimbus 14. You need that support and cushion. These shoes are about to be retired. They have about 120+ road miles.
For my long runs, I wear my Asics Nimbus 14. You need that support and cushion. These shoes are about to be retired. They have about 120+ road miles.
My first runDisney Wine and Dine in 2014.
My first runDisney Wine and Dine in 2014.
I started out a little too hard and my calves and shins paid the price. Lesson: listen to the experienced ones!
I started out a little too hard and my calves and shins paid the price. Lesson: listen to the experienced ones!
My first race at TPC Sawgrass.
My first race at TPC Sawgrass.
The Finish Line. 2014 Wine and Dine.
The Finish Line. 2014 Wine and Dine.
Let's get out there!
Let’s get out there!
My first bib from NQ 2012
My first bib from NQ 2012
What a finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.
What a finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.
2014 Corp Run. My form doesn't look too bad!
2014 Corp Run. My form doesn’t look too bad!
I got too many treats at the 2014 Wine and Dine finish line.
I got too many treats at the 2014 Wine and Dine finish line.
Waiting and freezing in the corral. 2014 Wine and Dine.
Waiting and freezing in the corral. 2014 Wine and Dine.
In the Potty Line with my sister, Charry - 2014 PHM
In the Potty Line with my sister, Charry – 2014 PHM
On my way to a PR at the 2014 Corporate Run
On my way to a PR at the 2014 Corporate Run
A magical finish! 2014 Wine and Dine.
A magical finish! 2014 Wine and Dine.
Crossing the Line at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon
Crossing the Line at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon
After running the Donna 5K at The Players, my friend (and an inspiration) Leah and I picked up our packets for the Never Quit 5K for the next day. Hard core!
After running the Donna 5K at The Players, my friend (and an inspiration) Leah and I picked up our packets for the Never Quit 5K for the next day. Hard core!
My babies, March 2013
My babies, March 2013
My sister and I at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon
My sister and I at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon
2016 Star Wars Half - The Darkside. My husband's first 13.1!
2016 Star Wars Half – The Darkside. My husband’s first 13.1!
Awesome finish at the 2014 Wine and Dine
Awesome finish at the 2014 Wine and Dine
I am no means a flexible person, but practicing yoga has helped my ITBS and my body greatly.
I am no means a flexible person, but practicing yoga has helped my ITBS and my body greatly.
A PR at the 2014 Corporate Run
A PR at the 2014 Corporate Run
My shins and calves were saved by CEP compression sleeves.
My shins and calves were saved by CEP compression sleeves.
Tested and did not like.
Tested and did not like.
Huge smile. Huge finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.
Huge smile. Huge finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.
My aunt Susan, my sister Charry, and me at the 2014 Gate River Run
My aunt Susan, my sister Charry, and me at the 2014 Gate River Run

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