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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

Running Log 9/17/19 – Starting Over

September 17, 2019by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

After my last entry (Migraine City), I got really bummed about missing my run.  I went to check which runs I’d be skipping on my training schedule and noticed that […]

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daily, long distance running, Running, trail running, Training, ultra, ultramarathon

Running Log 9/9/19 – Migraine City

September 9, 2019by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

Oh.  Mah.  Gawd.  I know I said I’d be out there running with my new trail shoes and hydration vest, running strong with my youngest daughter (Jenny the Siberian Husky) […]

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50K, daily, long distance running, migraine, Running, trail running, Training, 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

Enjoying the Little Things

March 17, 2019by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

One thing that I’ve learned from being in this Earth is that I should always be grateful and enjoy the little things. Big things are great, but they are few […]

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Moving Art: Netflix and Chill for Real

March 12, 2019by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

Do you require a movie or tv show to play in the background with everything you do? Are you frazzled by the world and need to escape fake news and […]

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daily, migraine, Training

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

Don’t Get Jealous – Be Inspired!

June 21, 2014by LeilaniRL 2 Comments

This morning during my easy run, I was passed by two youngins who looked to be high-school aged.  They were a pair, and talking with each other.  They gave me […]

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My Latest Work

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

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.
2014 Wine and Dine.
2014 Wine and Dine.
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!
Awesome finish at the 2014 Wine and Dine
Awesome finish at the 2014 Wine and Dine
Crossing the Line at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon
Crossing the Line at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon
Huge smile. Huge finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.
Huge smile. Huge finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.
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.
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)!
2014 Corp Run. My form doesn't look too bad!
2014 Corp Run. My form doesn’t look too bad!
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!
Crossing the Line at my first Gate River Run
Crossing the Line at my first Gate River Run
On my way to a PR at the 2014 Corporate Run
On my way to 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.
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.
Made this banner to inspire me.
Made this banner to inspire me.
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.
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!
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.
Yours truly.
Yours truly.
The Finish Line. 2014 Wine and Dine.
The Finish Line. 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
My sister and I - 2014 Princess Half Marathon
My sister and I – 2014 Princess Half Marathon
My husband and I at the 2014 Wine and Dine.
My husband and I at the 2014 Wine and Dine.
My sister and I at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon
My sister and I at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon
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.
In the Potty Line with my sister, Charry - 2014 PHM
In the Potty Line with my sister, Charry – 2014 PHM
My first race at TPC Sawgrass.
My first race at TPC Sawgrass.
Tested and did not like.
Tested and did not like.
A magical finish! 2014 Wine and Dine.
A magical finish! 2014 Wine and Dine.
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!
2016 Star Wars Half - The Darkside. My husband's first 13.1!
2016 Star Wars Half – The Darkside. My husband’s first 13.1!
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 second race, Creekside High
My second race, Creekside High
Let's get out there!
Let’s get out there!
What a finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.
What a finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.
My first bib from NQ 2012
My first bib from NQ 2012
Met up with my sister before the race - 2014 Princess Half Marathon
Met up with my sister before the race – 2014 Princess Half Marathon
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.
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.
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
My babies, March 2013
My babies, March 2013
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
Waiting and freezing in the corral. 2014 Wine and Dine.
Waiting and freezing in the corral. 2014 Wine and Dine.
A PR at the 2014 Corporate Run
A PR at the 2014 Corporate Run

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