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Tag Archives: 5K

Yeah… I like this Spartan Stuff

March 17, 2020by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

I finished my second Spartan race, this time in my hometown of Jacksonville.  I am pleased to say that I COMPLETED THE ATLAS CARRY and the SPEAR THROW!  I also […]

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daily, race recap, Spartan

So… I’m a Spartan in Training, too…

October 13, 2019by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

… and it’s fun I must confess! I have finished one week of training and I can already see my strength increasing and my body is changing.  There is definitely […]

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13.1, 26.2, 50K, 5K, daily, long distance running, marathon, Running, Spartan, ultra, ultramarathon

The Importance of Setting a Goal After a Race

April 8, 2019by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

I don’t know about you, but I get antsy around 24 hours after finishing a race.  I guess I feel that I should be doing SOMETHING, or I’ll lose what […]

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daily, Running, Training

Running to End Cancer for my 40th birthday: first speed training done!

February 21, 2017by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

Greetings to you on Presidents’ Day! It was all treadmill work today. My husband and I have recently watched a documentary called “Minimalism” and it inspired us to clean up. […]

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13.1, 26.2, 5K, daily, Gate River Run, long distance running, marathon, runDisney, Running

OMG… The Off-Season Kills Me…

May 7, 2016by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

Athletes in different sports have off-season – football players, baseball players, and even runners.  Yes, runners have an off-season, too.  It’s important to have an off-season to prevent injury and […]

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13.1, 26.2, 5K, daily, marathon, Running

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

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

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

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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

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
Let's get out there!
Let’s get out there!
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.
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 shins and calves were saved by CEP compression sleeves.
My shins and calves were saved by CEP compression sleeves.
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!
What a finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.
What a finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.
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.
Running through the Magic Kingdom - 2014 Princess Half Marathon
Running through the Magic Kingdom – 2014 Princess Half Marathon
My sister and I - 2014 Princess Half Marathon
My sister and I – 2014 Princess Half Marathon
Crossing the Line at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon
Crossing the Line at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon
My first runDisney Wine and Dine in 2014.
My first runDisney Wine and Dine in 2014.
The Finish Line. 2014 Wine and Dine.
The Finish Line. 2014 Wine and Dine.
A magical finish! 2014 Wine and Dine.
A magical finish! 2014 Wine and Dine.
On my way to a PR at the 2014 Corporate Run
On my way to a PR at the 2014 Corporate Run
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.
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!
In the Potty Line with my sister, Charry - 2014 PHM
In the Potty Line with my sister, Charry – 2014 PHM
Awesome finish at the 2014 Wine and Dine
Awesome finish at the 2014 Wine and Dine
My babies, March 2013
My babies, March 2013
Waiting and freezing in the corral. 2014 Wine and Dine.
Waiting and freezing in the corral. 2014 Wine and Dine.
Met up with my sister before the race - 2014 Princess Half Marathon
Met up with my sister before the race – 2014 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 first race at TPC Sawgrass.
My first race at TPC Sawgrass.
My first bib from NQ 2012
My first bib from NQ 2012
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.
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.
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 sister and I at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon
My sister and I at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon
I saw this shirt at Animal Kingdom and thought it was perfect.
I saw this shirt at Animal Kingdom and thought it was perfect.
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
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.
A PR at the 2014 Corporate Run
A PR at the 2014 Corporate Run
2016 Star Wars Half - The Darkside. My husband's first 13.1!
2016 Star Wars Half – The Darkside. My husband’s first 13.1!
My husband and I at the 2014 Wine and Dine.
My husband and I at the 2014 Wine and Dine.
My second race, Creekside High
My second race, Creekside High
2014 Wine and Dine.
2014 Wine and Dine.
Made this banner to inspire me.
Made this banner to inspire me.
Yours truly.
Yours truly.
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.
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.
Huge smile. Huge finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.
Huge smile. Huge 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!
Tested and did not like.
Tested and did not like.
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)!
Crossing the Line at my first Gate River Run
Crossing the Line at my first Gate River Run

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