Even though we are pretty well into January, I’m still spending a lot of time thinking about what 2018 is going to bring to me.? I’m totally a sucker for the new year – resolutions and all – and this year is no different.? If I had a crystal ball and could look into the future, there are three things I know that I would see.
Don?t forget to?link up with?Erika,?Marcia?and me?too.
Upcoming topics:
- Jan 16 – Predictions for 2018 in January
- Jan 23 – Show me your shoes
- Jan 30 – Favorite hometown race
- Feb 6 – What’s your fuel of choice?
- Feb 13 – Running Valentine – what you love about running the most
- Feb 21- least favorite part of running
More Races in 2018
I typically saved all my races for Disney – and for 2018 that is definitely not the case.? I am already signed up for two Rock n Roll Weekends (New Orleans and Dallas!) and have my sights on a few more of those.
I’m also going virtual this year with our Run the Edge challenge.
Speaking of Run The Edge? Personally, have already logged 53.93 miles!!!? The Dopey Challenge definitely helped – and right now I am in?the middle of a mandatory two week rest period.
My awesome team is running our (rose gold) ears off and have logged 198.34 miles collectively.
That’s a lot of miles, yo.
More Strength in 2018
Starting in February, I’ll have my kids home with me on Mondays and Fridays. Gulp.
The good news is – my gym has free childcare!!? Well, I pay for it, but since I don’t have to pay for it the day I use it, it feels free.
The plan is – Monday and Friday – GYM CLASSES!
I’m a little tiny nervous about these because I’m super uncoordinated and nervous around people I don’t know.? But for now, the plan is Monday 10:30 BODYPUMP and Friday 10:30 Bootybarre.
I’ve done BODYPUMP before? but have no idea what I’m getting myself into when it comes to Bootybarre!
Anyone care to enlighten me?!
More Community in 2018
One of the words I picked for myself in 2018 is intention.
A lot of my life so far has been doing what’s right in front of me and then just seeing where it leads me.
While that hasn’t necessarily been bad? I know I can do better. So, I decided to try to do more things with specific intent in 2018.? One of the things I want in my life is to really grow my community and my tribe!
So I am getting involved in things I didn’t think I would get involved with. Like blogging with Patty, and like becoming a Rock n Blogger with the Rock n Roll Marathon Series.
I have a few other irons in the fire that I can’t wait to tell you more about? but let me just drop one little photo of the perfect example of what a wonderful tribe looks like:
For the record… Welcome to Sea World is my favorite sign, ever. Second to the Trump one. And Bearded Cap.
I mean come on, if that doesn’t encourage you to finish a marathon, I don’t?know what will!
But for now, I can’t wait to connect with more of you during Tuesdays on the Run!? Drop your link below and let me know what you see in your 2018 future!
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Patty Holliday is a Marvel loving, Disney obsessed wife, and mother of four. She’s a travel agent specializing in Disney & Universal vacations- and loves a candid confession. Find her in Virginia (or anywhere frequent flyer miles or her trusty minivan takes her.)
Melissa says
Those signs are great!!! So different than the tradition marathon signs. Good luck at bootypump -?
Sarah Bergman says
These girls are always SO creative – it’s the best!
Lisa @ Mile by Mile says
Sounds like you have some great plans for 2018! I used to love taking Body Pump at my old gym. Those signs are great!
Marcia says
Your future is looking bright! Definitely take advantage of that gym day care. Just get a spot in the back and go for it. Nobody’s looking or cares. That’s what I tell myself anyway. Ha!
Wendy says
Great predictions–I think we all need a little bit of strength training in our lives!
Lacey@fairytalesandfitness says
Way to go with your mileage already for the month. I love teaching body pump but have never took booty barre.
Lesley says
I do Pure Barre, and I love it. Barre is a good challenge because as a runner, I wasn’t engaging those muscles that the class uses. It was a struggle at first, but I know those exercises have made me stronger.
Sarah Bergman says
This is my hope with the barre aspect of the class! I’m also suffering from bursitis in my hip – and dr. google says that better glute muscles will help… so now I need to focus on that a bit more I guess!
amanda - runtothefinish says
I agree for me more community is really where it’s at!! I love connecting with those who love it like I do
Jennifer @ Fit Nana says
I don’t even know what bootybarre is! LOL But, I can imagine your booty is going to be feeling the burn! Which, of course, is so good for runners. 🙂
Gotta love gym daycare!
Man, you guys are killing those miles already! Way to go!
I’m shying away from too many predictions because I have a tendency to put too much pressure on myself but I can say that I believe I’m going to be doing a lot of new things in 2018!
Kelly @ Noodle to the Rescue says
Gym child care has been a lifesaver for me!
My biggest running goal/hope for 2018 is to run a NEW race.
Sarah Bergman says
LOVE this goal. Do you have a new race in mind??
AmyC says
I love your plan for adding strength training! I try to do at least one Bodypump class a week, two would be better. It’s the only way I can do strength these days. I used to take a bootybarre class in NH and LOVED it! It was tough and my tight hips got in the way sometimes (ok, a lot of times), but it was a great strength class disguised as a fun class 😉 Can’t wait to read what you think of yours.
Sarah Bergman says
Thanks for sharing!! I’m definitely getting excited to give it a shot. I may actually give bootybarre a shot this week if I can get out there on Friday!!
Tammie Raef says
Love your idea of more community! We all need the support (and of course the kicks in the pants).
Clarinda says
Love all the things you’re planning in 2018! Best of luck and looking forward to following along. 🙂