Thursday, July 4, 2013

I'm Ready!!!

Yesterday morning I headed out for my first run of July. I really wanted to push it for 7 miles, once I hit 5 I noticed that I was feeling great. I wasn't tired, I wasn't out of breath and I knew I could keep going. When it was all said and done I successfully ran 10.1 miles in a little over 2 hours! I'm not the fastest runner but I was proud!


Now I know for a fact that I am ready for the 10 miler in August and then our 1/2 marathon in October!

I also want to take a moment and wish you all a very Happy and Safe 4th of July! As we celebrate this great nations independence day with our family and friends let's not forget those who have fought and continue to fight for our freedom!


Have a wonderful day!

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29 comments:

  1. Alejandra July 4, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    You're a beast!! And you're definitely much faster than I am!! Happy 4th!

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  2. MegJuly 4, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    WOW! What an amazing job! I love that feeling when you get in the groove during a run. Hope you enjoy your 4th, and thank you to Kyle for keeping us free and safe :)

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  3. JessicaJuly 4, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    Hooray, good for you!! When I trained for my half marathon, I had the same feeling around 5-7 miles, and I knew I had reached the point where I was ready. I started laughing in the middle of the run because it was just such a crazy good feeling - so enjoy it, you earned it!! I hope you and your hubby have a great 4th of July!!

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  4. ErinJuly 4, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    10 miles?! GIRL! Holy smokes! That is SO fantastic! Great job! What is the Garmin thing you're wearing? I've seen a lot of other bloggers wearing them too. My doctor recommended one called a FitBit that I haven't had a chance to purchase yet but yours comes in purple which is my favorite color :) Also Happy 4th of July to you and your husband! I know me and my family really appreciate all the sacrifices you both have made for this country! Thank you!

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  5. Angie R.July 4, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    Awesome!!!! I am just starting couch to 5k, running the 60 seconds is killing me! :)

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  6. Katie FJuly 4, 2013 at 12:34 PM

    You and Britt inspire me to want to start running. Yay for 10 miles!

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  7. UnknownJuly 4, 2013 at 12:58 PM

    That is amazing! You are ready for a marathon, Jen! I just got back from the gym, and I walked 2 miles in a half an hour. I was proud of myself too. Maybe someday I'll be like you...

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  8. AnonymousJuly 4, 2013 at 1:53 PM

    10 miles!! Wow that's awesome!!! Happy 4th of July!!!

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  9. mail4roseyJuly 4, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    I love that feeling when you get right in the middle of a routine and know you're good to go for the length you want to go. Nothing like it!! Congrats on the 10.1 in 2!

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  10. RebeccaJuly 4, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    Oh wow 10 miles!

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  11. Stephanie @ Life, UnexpectedlyJuly 4, 2013 at 3:39 PM

    Wow, 10 miles, just like that, and in TX climate, you are truly an inspiration. I almost dropped deas yesterday after about 5km. Have a Happy 4th of July!

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  12. Sunday SchoolJuly 4, 2013 at 5:38 PM

    The farthest I've ever run without stopping is 2.5 miles. I was so proud of myself but clearly I need to step up my game! ;)

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  13. inesJuly 4, 2013 at 8:52 PM

    that's so awesome!

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  14. Eloquent ObiJuly 5, 2013 at 1:10 AM

    wow! that is great! girl you had me at 5 miles. now i can walk forever, but running...still got to work on it. can you walk a 1/2 marathon?

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  15. KristinaJuly 5, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    That is fantastic! Way to go!!!!

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  16. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 9:30 AM

    I am so impressed, that is awesome girly! congrats!

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  17. AnonymousJuly 5, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    Congrats! Hitting double digits is a great feeling! And if you can already run 10 miles in this miserable heat, you'll be ready for whatever race you set your eyes on. Any desire to do a full? You'd have plenty of time to train for the EP full in February.

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    1. JenJuly 5, 2013 at 12:00 PM

      My goal is the EP full! :) I definitely want to run it.

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  18. AnonymousJuly 5, 2013 at 2:37 PM

    Wow that's amazing! You've inspired me to run this week. :)

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  19. KimJuly 6, 2013 at 5:29 PM

    That is awesome! So happy for you! :)

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  20. smug princessJuly 6, 2013 at 5:44 PM

    Jealous! That's amazing.

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  21. Lanaya | Raising ReaganJuly 7, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    Congratulations Jen ... I specifically remember that it was 10 miles that got me to that point too when I knew I was ready as well.
    So proud of you girl :)

    Thank you for linking to Raising Imperfection.
    Please come back Friday to see if you were featured. :)

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  22. Leslie @ Violet ImperfectionJuly 7, 2013 at 8:17 PM

    Congratulations! That is a huge accomplishment!

    Thank you for linking up to Raising Imperfection!
    Make sure to check back on Friday to see if you were featured.
    Leslie
    www.violetimperfection.com

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  23. JGJuly 9, 2013 at 12:21 AM

    Good for you! Hard work pays off!

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  24. Tina at Mommynificent.comJuly 11, 2013 at 7:03 AM

    Wow! Well done. Thanks for linking up to Raising Imperfection this week while I'm a co-hostess! Please come back to Mommynificent on Friday to see if you were featured.
    Have a magnificent day!
    Tina

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  25. MillaJuly 14, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    Well done! :D

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  26. AbbeyJuly 15, 2013 at 4:15 PM

    Oh my gosh. How awesome are you?! If only I could even RUN! haha. I definitely walk more than run...like on the treadmill the other week. Although I did manage to get some running in and it increased each time I got on it! But...you freakin' ROCK!

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