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Unpacking Unrealistic Expectations Runners Face

Run, Selfie, Repeat

Release Date: 01/10/2024

Project 1:59: RACE DAY RECAP show art Project 1:59: RACE DAY RECAP

Run, Selfie, Repeat

In 2019, after my third attempt to BQ, I stopped chasing my impossible dream to qualify for the Boston marathon after running 3 hours 42 minutes in the marathon. (Missing my BQ by 12 minutes). Well...BQ OR BUST take 4! But it all starts with spending the next 12-weeks training to break 2 hours in the half marathon. The Philly Half Marathon. Race day happened! It's over!  Did I break 2? Let's talk about it! Apply to our BALG Ambassador Program:  Join our free online community!  In need of affordable coaching and a group to lean on for support? Join our BALG Training team monthly...

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Project 1:59 Week 11 Training Recap show art Project 1:59 Week 11 Training Recap

Run, Selfie, Repeat

In 2019, after my third attempt to BQ, I stopped chasing my impossible dream to qualify for the Boston marathon after running 3 hours 42 minutes in the marathon. (Missing my BQ by 12 minutes). Well...BQ OR BUST take 4! But it all starts with spending the next 12-weeks training to break 2 hours in the half marathon. The Philly Half Marathon. It's peak weak and well...it went up in flames. Kinda like our democracy this week! Let's talk about week 11! From my race plan to how my taper is going, lots to unpack!  Apply to our BALG Ambassador Program:  Join our free online community! ...

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Project 1:59 Week 10 Training Recap show art Project 1:59 Week 10 Training Recap

Run, Selfie, Repeat

In 2019, after my third attempt to BQ, I stopped chasing my impossible dream to qualify for the Boston marathon after running 3 hours 42 minutes in the marathon. (Missing my BQ by 12 minutes). Well...BQ OR BUST take 4! But it all starts with spending the next 12-weeks training to break 2 hours in the half marathon. The Philly Half Marathon. It's peak weak and well...it went up in flames. Kinda like our democracy this week! Let's talk about week 10!  Apply to our BALG Ambassador Program:  Join our free online community!  In need of affordable coaching and a group to lean on for...

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Project 1:59 Week 9 Training Recap show art Project 1:59 Week 9 Training Recap

Run, Selfie, Repeat

In 2019, after my third attempt to BQ, I stopped chasing my impossible dream to qualify for the Boston marathon after running 3 hours 42 minutes in the marathon. (Missing my BQ by 12 minutes). Well...BQ OR BUST take 4! But it all starts with spending the next 12-weeks training to break 2 hours in the half marathon. The Philly Half Marathon to be exact. Every week I'll be breaking down my training here so watch or tune in! Week 9 of training to break 2 hours in the half marathon (I'm calling this Project 1:59) is finished and so is my 10K!!!! This week, training was a little wild with the NYC...

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Project 1:59 Week 8 Training Recap show art Project 1:59 Week 8 Training Recap

Run, Selfie, Repeat

In 2019, after my third attempt to BQ, I stopped chasing my impossible dream to qualify for the Boston marathon after running 3 hours 42 minutes in the marathon. (Missing my BQ by 12 minutes). Well...BQ OR BUST take 4! But it all starts with spending the next 12-weeks training to break 2 hours in the half marathon. The Philly Half Marathon to be exact. Every week I'll be breaking down my training here so watch or tune in! Week 8 of training to break 2 hours in the half marathon (I'm calling this Project 1:59) is finished and so is my 10K!!!! This week, I raced the Sleepy Hollow 10K to get an...

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Project 1:59 Week 7 Training Recap show art Project 1:59 Week 7 Training Recap

Run, Selfie, Repeat

In 2019, after my third attempt to BQ, I stopped chasing my impossible dream to qualify for the Boston marathon after running 3 hours 42 minutes in the marathon. (Missing my BQ by 12 minutes). Well...BQ OR BUST take 4! But it all starts with spending the next 12-weeks training to break 2 hours in the half marathon. The Philly Half Marathon to be exact. Every week I'll be breaking down my training here so watch or tune in! Week 7 of training to break 2 hours in the half marathon (I'm calling this Project 1:59) is finished. So let's talk about it! Apply to our BALG Ambassador Program: Have a...

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Project 1:59 Week 6 Training Recap show art Project 1:59 Week 6 Training Recap

Run, Selfie, Repeat

In 2019, after my third attempt to BQ, I stopped chasing my impossible dream to qualify for the Boston marathon after running 3 hours 42 minutes in the marathon. (Missing my BQ by 12 minutes). Well...BQ OR BUST take 4! But it all starts with spending the next 12-weeks training to break 2 hours in the half marathon. The Philly Half Marathon to be exact. Every week I'll be breaking down my training here so watch or tune in! Week 6 of training to break 2 hours in the half marathon (I'm calling this Project 1:59) is finished. So let's talk about it! Have a question you'd like Kelly to answer on an...

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Project 1:59 Week 5 Of Training Recap: Be Here Now show art Project 1:59 Week 5 Of Training Recap: Be Here Now

Run, Selfie, Repeat

In 2019, after my third attempt to BQ, I stopped chasing my impossible dream to qualify for the Boston marathon after running 3 hours 42 minutes in the marathon. (Missing my BQ by 12 minutes). Well...BQ OR BUST take 4! But it all starts with spending the next 12-weeks training to break 2 hours in the half marathon. The Philly Half Marathon to be exact. Every week I'll be breaking down my training here so watch or tune in! Week 5 of training to break 2 hours in the half marathon (I'm calling this Project 1:59) is finished. So let's talk about it! Have a question you'd like Kelly to answer on an...

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Project 1:59 Week 4 Of Training Recap: Female Life stages (and adjusting training for your female hormones) and Defining Success and Failure show art Project 1:59 Week 4 Of Training Recap: Female Life stages (and adjusting training for your female hormones) and Defining Success and Failure

Run, Selfie, Repeat

5 years ago, I stopped chasing my impossible dream to qualify for the Boston marathon. Well...BQ OR BUST take 4! But it all starts with spending the next 12-weeks training to break 2 hours in the half marathon. The Philly Half Marathon to be exact. Every week I'll be breaking down my training here so watch or tune in! Week 4 of training to break 2 hours in the half marathon (I'm calling this Project 1:59) is finished. So let's talk about it! Have a question you'd like Kelly to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit a written question here:  Join our free online community!  In...

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Project 1:59 Week 3 Training Recap show art Project 1:59 Week 3 Training Recap

Run, Selfie, Repeat

5 years ago, I stopped chasing my impossible dream to qualify for the Boston marathon. Well...BQ OR BUST take 4! But it all starts with spending the next 12-weeks training to break 2 hours in the half marathon. The Philly Half Marathon to be exact. Every week I'll be breaking down my training here so watch or tune in! Week 3 of training to break 2 hours in the half marathon (I'm calling this Project 1:59) is finished. So let's talk about it! Have a question you'd like Kelly to answer on an upcoming episode? You can submit a written question here:  Join our free online community!  In...

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In this episode of the Run, Selfie, Repeat podcast, join us as we dive deep into the world of running and explore the unrealistic expectations that runners of all levels often encounter on their journey. Host Kelly Roberts unpacks and breaks down the misconceptions that runners face throughout their running journeys.

 

Discover the common pitfalls that runners fall into, such as expecting rapid progress, discomfort-free runs, and injuries. Learn how to set more realistic goals and embrace the process of becoming a runner.

 

Whether you're a new runner taking your first steps or an experienced runner facing challenges or looking to refine your expectations, this episode provides valuable guidance and perspective to help you enjoy your running journey to the fullest.

 

Tune in to the Run, Selfie, Repeat podcast and join the conversation on how to set realistic expectations, stay motivated, and find fulfillment in the world of running.

 

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