Guys, this weekend was it. It was all about runner style and having fun. After months of training, I did it. My first ten mile race! I have done half-marathons before but for some reason I felt that this one was bigger. The George Washington Parkway Classic was one I have wanted to run for years and it was everything I wanted it to be and more.
I was nervous about this race. I haven’t run that far in a few years. Training in the winter can be rough and that was a majority of my time on the pavement. When I hit four miles in training I hit a wall. My body was too tired from every day life. I started taking Thrive supplements (which I was totally not a believer of) and immediately noticed a difference in my abilities while running, during recovery and afterwards. I don’t think I would have run as well as I did or felt so energetic afterwards if it weren’t for this vitamin regime. #truth
Finished! Time: 1:43. 10 Miles run, done and fun is how I felt when I took this picture minutes after the finish. #gwparkwayclassic
I like to put my outfit together a few days before so that I know I have all that I need. It calms me to know that not just my body is ready but my outfit and supplies which helps put my head in the right race mind set.
SHOP THE LOOK
C9 Black V-Neck Running Shirt/Mizuno ‘Inspire’ Sneakers/Scunci Floral Headband (similar)/C9 Sunglasses (similar)/C9 Ventilated Capris
Linking up with Mix It Mondays /The Pleated Poppy/Style Elixir/Style Nudge/Classy Monday Blog Link Up/Pink Sole/Hello Monday Link Up/Sydney Fashion Forum/Ms Chanda
Congrats on finishing and in style!
xo Sheree
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Congrats!!! I am running my annual Tinkerbell 1/2 marathon next weekend and just ordered an Alice in Wonderland skirt for my costume.
Thank you for hosting and hope you are having a fab week!
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
That’s so exciting! I heard that is a great race! I love the Alice skirt idea!! Good luck!!
Thank you for hosting; I’ve never done your linkup before, I’ve just found you! Congrats on your 10 miler, that is super going! You look seriously amazing for someone whos’s just finished a run in your photo, I’m a sweaty beet-faced mess! xx
Thanks so much! I LOVE your blog by the way! I’m so glad you stopped by!
Way yo go!!! And you looked adorable too!!
awesome! I like to run in nike pro shorts- they are my favorite!!
elle
Southern Elle Style
Great tip! I’ll have to check them out!
Congratulations on your great achievement! I don’t think I could run a block. And, you look stylish as well! Thank you for hosting.
Cherie
http://www.stylenudge.com/olivia/#more-12217
STYLE NUDGE
Congratulations!
You got it girl – keep it up! Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
So proud of you, 10 miles is a huge accomplishment!! you looked great too. Love hearing about your running, can’t wait to get back out there myself.
Thank you! I know how you feel. Every time I was pregnant, I couldn’t run. It was torture seeing my friends out there. Hang in there!
that’s amazing!! great accomplishment!!
Simply Shaunacey
Congratulations! I’ve only ever done a 5k. Thanks for hosting the link up. x-S http://www.gaminestripes.com
Congrats on your race! I have to say that it was nice to hear that you hit a wall during your training because about 2 weeks ago, I did as well in my training, and just felt out of sorts and “over the whole thing”. What a wonderful accomplishment!!! You look great in your post race picture. Enjoy a well deserved little rest.
Thank you! I always hit a wall during a race and training. It is part of why I have never done a full marathon. I just can’t wrap my brain around it and the wall seems super-sized! I just signed up for an 8k in July to keep me running and I’m thinking of another half marathon for September. Keep at it, girl!!
LOVE the outfit- the pop of neon yellow is so fun! And good for you…10 miles is a lot! I’m impressed 🙂
Thank you so much! It was a lot of fun.
Congrats! Man, I wish I could run like this haha. It’s always such a struggle for me!
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Found you from the link up. Congrats on your run! I can’t imagine doing a 1/2 – I’m in awe of those that can run and run and run. I seem to max out at 10km. Maybe some new gear might inspire me 🙂
Way to go! What an accomplishment!
Way to go on your race! I love your cute leggings and headband. I ran a half a couple of years ago and loved it! 🙂
Rachel
Simply Rachel Nicole
Wow congrats on that amazing achievement! That’s so awesome that you were able to do that. I would love if you can link up to http://the-wardrobe-stylist.com/2016/04/24/mothers-day-rings/
Thats awesome, congrats! There really isn’t any better feeling than after so much training and finally completing a race- love that headband too! I host a weekly link-up would love to have you join bit.ly/1U84fHc
xo,
Kelly
Congrats! What a great run and cute outfit! I need cuter workout clothes.
Thank you! It makes such a difference if I feel good and look good I think I work harder!
Congrats on your race! I know you felt good once it was over and that you made it through.