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Tag Archives: Road Running

Plantar Fasci-Ouch-Ouch!

March 28, 2017by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

Have you ever gotten out of bed, took a step, and suddenly have a BURN on the inside of your heel?  It feels like something is going to tear, right? […]

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

THE NEXT RACE: JACKSONVILLE MARINE CORPS HALF MARATHON (Adjusted)

June 16, 2015by LeilaniRL 5 Comments

Hey all!  I hope I’m finding you well. I decided to take an “off-season break,” so I’m adjusting my training for the Marine Corps Half.  I noticed that since I’ve […]

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13.1, daily, long distance running, Running, Training

Post Run: Jacksonville Bank Half-Marathon

December 29, 2014by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

At the end of week 30 of my Wine & Dine / WDW Marathon “Ultra Combo” training, I decided to register for the Jacksonville Bank Half-Marathon.  I had recently skipped […]

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1st Half-Marathon DONE!

November 29, 2013by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

The Subaru Distance Classic started 10 minutes late and we had to run in 20-30 degree windy weather.  It was a first for me in a lot of cases – […]

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Countdown to My First 13.1 – Loading Up Begins!

November 25, 2013by LeilaniRL Leave a comment

When I started training, I read that carbo-loading the NIGHT BEFORE your race is ill advised because the “load” will weigh you down.  Instead, they said to up your intake, […]

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The Weekend was Good to Me

November 18, 2013by LeilaniRL 2 Comments

Finally!  10 miles in the books!  My right knee was a little sore afterwards, but a little stretching was all I needed to remedy that!  I was able to take […]

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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

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

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