Strong, Sexy Back

OK I am 12 weeks out from my 28th birthday (EEEEK)  and I have a long list of goals that I want to accomplish!  I figured what better way to keep myself accountable than to post them here for all to see!

First and foremost I WILL complete my thesis!! But that is non-workout related.

1.  Complete a second round of T25!

2.  Achieve a new half marathon PR

3.  I have always wanted a sculpted back and shoulders.  So I have started a pull-up challenge for myself.  I will do 5 unassisted pullups by August 13th!

Starting pic: May 21, 2014

Yes please

Harpoon Brewery 5 Miler

This run was AWESOME!!!!  I had such a blast, couldn't have asked for a nicer morning and there was beer and  hot dogs waiting at the finish line.. what more could I want?!  I am disappointed that it is a lottery registration, because I would run this every year if I could!

I ran a PR pace of 9:44 min/mile which is SO SO awesome :)  I was thrilled.  I was aiming for anything under 10:30min/mile.

I am so excited for the change in my body especially my running endurance and strength.  This is going to be a great season, I can feel it!!

Pre-race selfie... ready to go!

Got my Shwings!!

Crossed the finish line with a new killer PR!!!

Lunch of Champions :)

So thankful to my mom and Randy for coming up with me :)

T25 GRADUATE!!!!

Woop woooop! The T25 results are IN and they don't lie! 

I've lost 12 pounds and 9.5 inches, and gained a confidence in myself that I had definitely lost somewhere along the way.  Not to mention I became a permanent believer in Shaun T and member of the BeachBody family. 

It took me quite a bit longer to complete the program than it should have (about 16 weeks instead of 10) but I was certain to complete every single workout along the way!  I even added some in haha

While I am ecstatic with my results, I am also determined to make as big of an improvement the next round!!

One of the best parts is that I absolutely love being a coach with BeachBody, being able to help others achieve their goals the way that I have.  Fitness is an ongoing process, and you don't have to go through it alone!

If you have any interest in the programs, let me know!  You can send me an email at CoachDanielleM8@gmail.com or visit http://tinyurl.com/coachdanielle

End of April - early May runs

So I have been bad about posting my runs.. but I swear I have been doing them! haha

My goal for the 5 miler this coming weekend is a 10:30 pace.  I think I can do it!

I went to the New Balance store yesterday on Boylston Street in Boston to pick up my race packet and I was in there just long enough to spot these babies!  If anyone wants to send them my way, I am a size 7 ;)

Gimmie gimmie gimmie

Track my number, or better yet, come out to Boston in Sunday and cheer me on, then go get some beer!! I know I will be :)

#willrunforbeer

Mother's Day 5k

On Sunday I completed a 5K with my mom and sister!

It was HOT!  The hottest day of the year so far... even got a bit of a sunburn on one of my arms!

We did a run/walk combination for an official time of 34:43 :)

Pre-Race... still feeling confident! 

Post run - A bit redder but still had a ton of fun!!

It was so nice, we spent some of our afternoon at the beach! :)

App was super cooky with the GPS, but it still did the trick!

Now on to Sunday!! :)

4 weeks out

First run in over 4 months, and I cannot believe I'm going to say this but here it is:::

★ I missed running!! ★

I know, I can't believe it either haha

As much as I LOVE T25, I really did miss the sun on my face and the wind in my very short hair! So I guess it's time to face the facts, I am officially a runner!! Who knew! ;)
I really enjoyed this run for so many reasons.  One, was because I could not believe how great I felt after months away.  Two, because I thought after several months of T25 I was going to be bored in the first 10 minutes.  Not the case!!  I do have to say though, as I sit here Tuesday morning writing this that I forgot how different the muscle groups are that are required for running and my legs are thankful I stopped after three miles!!

Tonight's run... 4/21/14

I am still keeping up with my daily FuelPoint goals.  I have so much fun making sure that I stay as active as possible each and every day!

Still LOVING my FuelBand and the daily motivation that it gives me!!  Just wishing that there was an Andriod app!

Danielle on the Run

So for those of you that have been following me for some time, thank you for your continued support!

For those that are new to my little blog, WELCOME! :)

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I use this blog as a means to communicate my fitness journey, including what is working for me, what isn't, and usually some yummy recipes along the way!

I truly hope that you enjoy it, and I would love some feedback on what you think would be helpful posts for the future!

As always,

Happy running! xo