I don’t know about you, but I love reading running articles online and such when I am not running. I was reading something on reddit recently about proud running moments and I thought I would list of some mine thus far. I do feel like every runner has a reason why we do what we do. So here are some moments in time that are special to me and make me feel proud to be the runner that I am today.
–Completing my first 100 mile ultra trail race last year. Rocky Raccoon 100 was just so special to me for so many different reasons. Part of it was sharing that experience with a very special trail running community, the Dallas Dirt Runners. They have been like a true running family to me and I am so thankful for them and for my incredible pacer for getting me through it. And then I’ve gone on to run some other amazing distances like the 100k, 50 miler and 50k.
–Running 10 full marathons before I turned 30 years old. This was a goal of mine that was sort of fun to accomplish. I honestly was just getting started with really enjoying distance running and I had to run like 3 marathons within a span of 2 months to get it all done. I remember crossing the finish line of the Cowtown Marathon and checking that 10th one off the list and just crying tears of joy that I completed it. This was also after recovering from an injury that left me sidelined for a while…so I was happy to overcome all of that and finish strong. And now, 4 years later…I’ve done 30+ marathons/ultras and counting.
–Breaking 4 hours in the full marathon distance. This was quite some time ago (before I really got more into trails and ultras) but it was a great feeling to cross the finish line at the Marine Corps Marathon and being so thrilled that I had broken that 4 hour mark. For a lot of runners that kind of goal comes easy but for me running has never been just peachy keen and easy. But getting faster and crushing those goals is so much sweeter when you know you have busted your tail to get there…and I am so proud to say that my hard work has definitely paid off over the years.
–Knowing that running has really changed my life for the better. When I first started running, not going to lie…my life was headed in a crazy direction. I was that party girl…was definitely overweight in college…and lost the weight but when I entered into the working world I spent a lot of time partying & out late doing crazy things and not really about that fitness lifestyle. Running gives my life a balance, a structure…helps me sleep better, helps me make better decisions…and connects me with people who also want the same healthy lifestyle for themselves. So I’m thankful to have people in my life as a whole that hold me accountable and a life that I truly love. And running makes it all the better.
What are some of your reasons for running?! What are your proudest running moments so far?
thedancingrunner 
You certainly have a lot of running accomplishments to be proud of. I think you should also be proud of the number of people that I’m sure you motivate and inspire. Just once, I’m going to try and beat your weekly total. See, you motivated ME.
HAHAHA funny you say that one of the dude runners I ran with this morning said the same thing. You are rocking it coming back from your injury! Stay strong and healthy!
All dudes think alike. 😉
Great post, and awesome, inspiring accomplishments!
Thank ya! I enjoyed sharing!
You should be proud of all of those things Chelsea! Great work:)
xoxo!! 🙂
DDR is a great group! I’ve met and run with many of them at races. I wish I lived closer so I could run for fun with them/you. Awesome list of accomplishments!
Yay! Yes they’re incredible! Love my trail run fam!!