My Run Happy Resolutions for 2015 (With Giveaway!)
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Last year, my Run Happy resolutions were all about me staying flexible, injury-free and getting faster. And, I’m happy to report that up until this summer, they mostly came true! I added mileage with speed work, was better about doing my yoga and foam-rolling, rehabbed my nagging injuries and really, really enjoyed running.
Then this happened.
And, well, my energy dropped and my focus shifted. Since then, I’ve kept up running, but now that I’m in my seventh month of pregnancy (!), obviously my workouts are about what my body allows me to do and nothing more. (Right now that means about one mile at a slow pace as long as she’s not sitting on my bladder.) And I’m proud of that. But, I’d be lying if I said that I wasn’t looking forward to being able to run longer and faster distances again. I do miss it. And I have big — yet realistic — hopes for 2015!
I want to keep being one fit (and running) mama in 2015!
My Run Happy Resolutions
1. Ease back into regular running gradually. I know that once I get cleared after giving birth to work out, I’ll want to hit the gym and trails. But, um, by then my body will have been through a lot and have had a lot of time off. So easing back in is essential so that I don’t get injured or just totally burn out. Plus, with a new little person in my life, I know my priorities and time demands will shift and change — big time.
2. Sign up for a race. I know a race will get me motivated and running regularly in 2015. Right now I’d love to do a 10K or even a half marathon in the New Year, but re: Run Happy resolution number 1, I think “a race” is specific enough.
3. Master running with a dog — and a jogging stroller. Following these tips, I plan to get my BOB running on — dog and all. Wish me luck (and please leave a comment with more tips if you have ’em!).
4. Keep doing the stuff I should be doing to make me a better runner. This includes cross-training, foam-rolling, stretching, speedwork and yoga.
5. Cut myself some slack. After all, it’s not like I’m a celeb or fashion model who needs to be on the runway in underwear two months after giving birth. Staying fit is important to me — and I want to be a good sane role model to my daughter. So I’ll do what I can, when I can. In 2015, it’s all about keeping those healthy habits going and continuing to listen to that wise body of mine.
Brooks Running Run Happy Giveaway
What are your Run Happy resolutions for the New Year? Tell me in a comment below (U.S. only, pretty please), and you’ll be entered to win all four of my new favorite Brooks Running winter running accessories (review to come soon!): PureProject Warmer, Utopia Thermal Headband, Race Day Armwarmer and Adapt Glove II. Whee!
Yay for running happy — and well accessorized — in the New Year! —Jenn
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1. Add in cross training with biking.
2. Sign up for a race.
3. Run more for pleasure instead of pressure.
Run with my dog as often as possible and eventually make it the entire trail.
I’ve been way too comfortable at my current pace, so my goal is to add in strength training and more speed work. It’s time to push myself out of my comfort zone (safely)
run consistently
yoga regularly
sign up for AF 10K
I took a break from being too structured with my running, and I intend to do the same this year. Have fun running, when and where I want.
I just need to get out there!
Get up early enough to run before work 🙂
Half marathon again this year, and beat that IT band injury.
Run the Cooper River Bridge this year
1. Run the Ouray Mountain Trail Run (Love that place…just beautiful!)
2. More upper body strength training. (bye, bye, needle arms!)
3. Start planning for team iron man with Jake:) (Note sure if that will be this year, or after he finishes his Masters…either way, it’s on the books!)
I want to run a half marathon this year!
To have more fun running and not look it like a chore.
To improve my speed.
To thoroughly enjoy the sprint tri I signed up for in June 2015 and mostly enjoy running the 5K portion of it.
Strength training
Attend spin class regularly
Work on flexibility
1. Run consistently
2. Find the joy in running again
1. Swim more
2. Sign up for a sprint tri
3. stay consistent with runDisney training
My 2015 Run Happy Resolutions are simple, and should maybe be called reminders instead of resolutions, haha! 😉
1. More yoga, more stretching
2. Complete a sprint triathlon!
3. Consistent cross/strength training
Sign up for a race, any race.
my goal is to get back into running form – after coming back from compartment syndrome. I’d like to run a half marathon in October!
My big resolution is to Listen to my body and stop playing hurt!
In September, I was diagnosed with a stress reaction in my heel. I’m working on rehabbing that, along with an angry knee.
Know when my heel started hurting? MAY! Did I stop running? Nope! When I finally saw him, my doc forced me to stop running for a bit. I can’t imagine how much more damage I did to my body during those months I was running through the injury(ies). I need to drop my ego and work on running injury-free (and happy, of course!) at this point.
Run outside 2 times a week (weekends)
Run on the treadmill once a week
strength train in between 🙂
My resolution is to get my mileage back up, and try running in new places more often!
My resolution is to FOAM ROLL ALL THE TIME!
1) go running with less competitiveness and more happiness
2) foam roll more often
3) commit to speedwork
1. Keep running- ran my first 10k this year
2. Take advantage of good weather and daylight
3. Keep signing up for races and group runs
Run Happy Resolutions
1. Continue my wogging (walk/jog) workouts at lunch and after work with the family, the more wogging I do…the more I work up to running longer and longer periods.
2. Sign-up for at least 3 races in 2015, they can be local 5K’s or we can do Tough Mudder again…one way or the other, they keep me motivated.
3. Increase my strength training to a consistent 3x each week, it’s proven that only running isn’t the best plan.
4. Take up Yoga at least once a week. I am TERRIBLE at stretching in general, but I know to be healthy in the long run I’ve got to start doing it on a consistent basis…maybe starting 1x a week will help me increase that to more over time. 🙂
I have a few. Get back to half-marathon distance (I am rebounding from an injury), switch shoes often enough so I don’t reinjure myself, and foam roll to relieve tightness! And stretch more.
I used to run 4-5 days a week; but ever since I moved to New England, I can’t find the motivation to run in the cold, windy weather. My Run Happy resolutions are to start running 3 times a week, even if it means going on the treadmill (which I find an awful bore).
I have two big goals for the spring:
1. Run a marathon in under 4 hours
2. Complete my first 50k
Crazy, huh! That’s a lot of winter training where I will need those Brooks winter accessories. PLUS both my trail and road shoes are Brooks!
My running goals are:
1. Train for a half marathon
2. Sign up for a 5k/10k once a month
3. Be consistent in my running
1. Run a race with my husband (he’s a newbie & he’s up to 2 miles continuously!)
2. Run a new type of race (Obstacle? Scavenger hunt?)
3. The ultimate goal is to not take running as seriously and remember to HAVE FUN! Both of the above goals will help me with the big goal.
I want to be more consistent and try to not skip more than a week without running. Also want to hit a sub-30 5k again.
I’m very new at running so my goals are pretty simple:
1. Continue doing and finish my Couch to 5K program.
2. Sign up for and do a 5K race.
I think 2015 will be the year I run both a half and full marathon! I’ve never done either, and my longest run to date is 11 miles, but I have faith I can do it! The half will be in April, and hopefully the full in October!
I’m already signed up for a few races in 2015 so…
1. Be more consistent with my training. AKA stop skipping training runs in favor of TV and cookies.
3. Cross training! Right now I do none. So for 2015 I need to pick an activity to cross train with!
Mine is pretty simple. Run more!
1. Start jogging to build up to a run
2. Jog/run a 5k (I’ve walked quite a few)
3. Be proud of myself
1. Improve speed and really work on my 5k time. Would love to get it closer to 30 minutes.
2. Run a half marathon with actual decent training.
3. Try to convince friends to join a ragnar!
maintain weight and start training for another marathon!
I’d like to get a little faster while training for the Disney Princess Half! I’d also like to keep going after that- I’ll probably sign up for another half marathon in the summer to stay motivated.
My run happy resolutions are to keep running 5Ks regularly in 2015, set a new PR, and run at least one 10K.
My run happy resolutions are:
* discover realistic times to run now that I stay home full time with our two boys (3 & 1)
* run in the yard & park with my boys
* get a new pair of running shoes
Id like to run a 5k & work up to 10k.
Say the word “fartlek” without giggling.
Oh pick me pick me pick me! I just started running in 2014 and want to up my game and compete more in 2015—-WITH MY MOST AWESOME CHALLENGER….MYSELF!!! I would like to up my speed and distance!
1. More HITT training
2. More Yoga (I’m not always patient enough for yoga)
3. Shave a minute or two off of my 10k PR
1 run more
2 run faster
3 run far her
4G all less!
I’m planning to increase my endurance and run two races in the new year.
1.) to sign up for at least one race per month to keep me motivated and on track
2.) to find a running buddy
3.) to find more scenic running routes
do my towns half marathon challenge (3 half marathons in 5 months), complete seaside half marathon, and finally tackle my first full marathon
Add more running days in the week, stretch consistently after runs.
-Run my first half marathon in April
-Add more cross training to my schedule
-Take more runs outside and out of my comfort zone
And our winner is … Heather with comment #36! Emailing you now, lucky lady! And a big thanks to all who entered!
—FBG Jenn
I was a strong runner a few years ago; fractured my toe and lost my mojo. I became Spinning Instructor and have been Spinning my heart out but want to get my running legs back. I have signed up for a May Marathon…YIKES!
My Resolutions:
1. Increase strength training to balance cardio.
2. Begin PiYo to help with improving flexibility and balance.
3. Begin training for my first marathon to get it under my belt before I turn 40!
I would like to just be able to start running without injuring my ankles:)
1. Run a half marathon
2. Run a 5k under 27 minutes
3. Make sure to do stretches and strength training
Run my 1st half marathon and complete a 1000 mile goal = Run Happy
Run Happily Ever After with my Hubby
Hey !
I know you posted this a few weeks ago but here are some tips/reflexions on runing with your dog (I did several 10K with mine !).
If you’re planning to use a leash (which I recommand), first make sure your dog knows how to walk properly while wearing it. That means they should walk next to you, with your knee next to their head (shoulder is okay, but no further). They should look at you frequently and pay attention to what you do. Also, try to get them used to doing all of that with a regular, fabric collar. (I used a control collar (chain collar) when I took my dog on walks, but it didn’t seem right to use when she was going to run.)
Then get them used to “jogging”. Usually dogs sprint, but they rarely jog, and even when they do they might be much faster than humans. So it’s important your dog learns that yes, they’re running, but it doesn’t mean they can pull on the leash.
It’s all important because once you start really running, the last thing you want is having to say “slow down” every five steps, or having to pull on the least, etc.
Once your dog has learnt that you guys can have fun runing together, just go for it ! Just be careful about what you train on : something like trail might be dangerous since both you and the dog are limited in your movements by the leash. Also, if your dog is only used to dirt or grass, running on tarmac or concrete might hurt their paws.
And if you run in the forest/fields… look out for the rabbits, or you might get a surprise :p
Also, before you try any of these, make sure your dog is in physical shape to run. They might be overweighted, too old or too young, or maybe the breed isn’t made to run long distances. (Breeds like Newfies or Saint-Bernard are simply too heavy, English bulldog don’t breathe enough (and will refuse running), and sprinters like greyhounds aren’t good with endurance).
Of course, keep in mind that like yourself when you started, they can’t just get and run 10k without training.
I hope this helped ! Hapy holidays !
This past year I reached my goals of running my first 10 mile race and my first half marathon. This year I’d like to PR on my 2nd half marathon! I’d also like to add in strength training more regularly. Yay 2015!
My resolution is to get moving walking with my dog and slowly add some running. I am not at my happy weight and this will let me get there. I need this for me
I’d like to move at least 30 minutes a day. At this point, with my schedule, that’s the most I’d be able to manage – but it’s a good start.
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