Some days are rough, some days don’t even have a word to describe it. But a way to recover from them or to survive…is to RUN. At least that is what they say. Running can be difficult at times, yes, but it can also be therapeutic too. Some people blast some music in their headphones and are lost on the trails for a few hours, … Continue reading Monday.
Some see challenges as something big and scary. But I see them and I go right for them! I don’t know why but it’s a personal thing and I feel accomplished. Even if I don’t beat the challenge, just willing to try the challenge, any challenge, makes me feel accomplished. If you have been following me on my social media, you’ve seen my recent post about overcoming … Continue reading Challenges with STRENGTH.
This was such an epic weekend! I hate that it went by so fast! I already told you how my first race and first days went, if you want to catch up, read it here. After I had successfully done the 10K at an excellent time, at least in my eyes, I was more than ready for the half marathon on Sunday. Even though I was … Continue reading Star Wars Dark Side Half Marathon weekend 2017 Episode II
You know what is tough? Running with constant pain or debilitating illnesses that constantly get in your way. You know what is worse? Getting knocked down and having to be even stronger than you were before to pick yourself back up to be tougher and continue fighting. That is where I am at right now. You all know me best as the Scoliosis runner, and … Continue reading Go the EXTRA MILE
“Ladies and gentlemen, can I PLEASE have your attention, I’ve just been handed an urgent news story….and I need all of you to stop what you are doing….” But you will have to wait until October 1st…IT’S KIND OF A BIG DEAL…. Stay tuned…. -gelcys Continue reading it’s kind of a BIG deal…
I haven’t been writing much but here is why, and I hope to be back writing soon! I miss helping you all overcome injuries! As most of you know, I have been bed ridden for the past week and a half now. Long story short, after running my 8 training miles the day before mother’s day, an odd pain hit. I have never had an … Continue reading Stronger I will be
I just finished doing the Running on the wall 15K Forest Gump challenge! Instead of running the 15K in one shot, I divided it into 3 days. Running a 5K every day seemed like a more exciting challenge. Today I was able to finish the challenge running my last 3.5 miles on the treadmill. I ran out on the trails yesterday as the day was far too … Continue reading 15K Challenge Complete!
I am so happy and still floating in happiness that I was chosen in the TCS NYC Marathon lotto!!! I thought that I was dreaming when I saw it! So I woke up on March 3, ready and stressed about the big day! It was the day that everyone who put in for the NYC Marathon lotto finds out their fate. It was also the day that … Continue reading New York, New York!
Hear ye hear ye! The princesses have arrived! It’s here runners! runDisney princess half marathon weekend has officially begun! The expo has kicked off and many have already made their way over to pick up bibs, shirts, and lots of fun race merchandise! Even though I will not be running the race, I will be stopping by the expo tomorrow to pick up a few things. One … Continue reading Your royal red carpet awaits..
So we have received our RunnerBox this month and it’s filled with lots of goodies!! And they also have a special Valentine’s Day celebration box. It’s a perfect loving gift for your favorite runner. Everything is the Special box is Valentine’s day themed filled with runner favorites! There is also the regular subscription box that you can received bi-monthly. That is what I get and it’s awesome. … Continue reading What’s in the box?
