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Tuesdays on the Run: Goals for 2015

January 6, 2015 by MCM Mama 37 Comments

I can’t believe we are already 6 days into 2015! I’ve been mulling over my goals for a while now and I’m not sure I’m ready to put them on “paper”, but since today’s Tuesdays on the Run topic with Patty and April is goals, it’s time to go public.

2015 Goals

Running

  1. Finish six half marathons in six days. I have now run two  Mainly Marathons series: Riverboat Series in 2014 and the Dust Bowl Series in 2013.  Both offered an amazing experience: weather that added even more bada$$ to running, a race organization like no other, and people who live the same kind of crazy I do. Since I finished my first one, Center of the Nation has been on my radar and 2015 is the year. This year it’s 6 states: North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Nebraska, and Colorado, which will give me 5 new states.
  2. Run Marine Corps Marathon. Yep, I’m going back to my roots. I started this blog when I began training for the marathon in 2008. It’s time to do it again.
  3. Qualify for Marathon Maniacs. “They” say that if your dreams don’t scare you, they aren’t big enough.  Well, this one scares me, so it must be big enough.  Thanks to Mainly Marathons and being on the RNR “rocknblog” team, I have several opportunities to do this. I’m still debating the best timing.
  4. Run 2 Ragnar Relays: Cape Cod and DC. I adore Ragnar. I want to run one every weekend. I want to be like that couple that ran every Ragnar in a year. But, since that can’t happen, I’m all about running the two that work for my schedule.

ragnar-capecodFitness/Physical Health

  1. Try one new recipe every month. We are in a food rut, big time. It’s time to find some new recipes.
  2. Find a strength training program that works for me. I used to love lifting weights before Jones was born. I need to find that love again.
  3. Get control over my snacking. I eat really healthy meals, but I have a bad habit of walking through the kitchen and grabbing a snack, even if I’m not hungry.

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Work

  1. Set up a better work environment. Working at the dining room table is not comfortable, plus it leads me to snack more.
  2. Be better organized with my work schedules. I’m juggling my real job, subbing at the library, writing for RunHaven, and various gigs that I get through my blog. I need to come up with a better way to balance them all and keep track of my deadlines.

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Personal

  1. Prioritize one daytime social activity a week. Towards the end of 2014, I stopped doing anything with my friends. With marathon training starting and the increased work I’ve been doing, I need to make this a priority or I will never leave my house except for errands and running. Not a good thing for my extroverted self.
  2. Take a trip with Beer Geek.  We have two planned: Cape Cod  and Center of the Nation. Yes, I am running a stupid number of miles on both of our trips. Yes, my husband indulges me. 
  3. Run more with moms from MRTT. I’ve realized that for long runs and hard runs, I prefer to be by myself.  So, I need to join some of the slower/shorter runs so I can chat with friends.
  4. Get more sleep. Said every mom everywhere.

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Looking at my goals, I think the key thing that jumps out at me is “balance”. As in, I need to find a way to balance my family, work, running, and blogging with also filling some of my other needs.

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How about you? Do you have some rockin’ goals for 2015?

 

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  1. Stacey says

    January 6, 2015 at 4:40 am

    6 half marathons in 6 days–you are a running rockstar–but you probably already knew that 😉 I’m with you on getting more organized with work schedules, something I’ve been trying to figure out since August! Good luck with your goals this year!
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  2. Marcia says

    January 6, 2015 at 6:51 am

    Hooray for a return to MCM. I’d love to run that one again. Yes to organization. That’s a perennial one for me. I’m doing my first tri. That’s kind of my elephant in the room.
    Marcia recently posted…#FITwithAsics Gel-Fit Sana ReviewMy Profile

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  3. Cristina says

    January 6, 2015 at 7:37 am

    great goals and good for you to set goals for all aspects of your life not just fitness. Cheers to a fab 2015!

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  4. Lesley says

    January 6, 2015 at 8:54 am

    Are you part of half marathon maniacs? That 6 in 6 should help.
    Lesley recently posted…2015 GoalsMy Profile

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  5. Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:01 am

    6 halfs in 6 days? Maniac for sure!
    Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home recently posted…Staying positive in the winterMy Profile

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  6. Amy @ Mama Running for God says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:05 am

    WOW 6 Halfs in 6 days? You’re amazing!! I’m only training for my first half…the idea of doing them back to back makes my head spin!! Best of luck to you this year! I know you’ll rock it!!
    Amy @ Mama Running for God recently posted…Half Marathon Training & Other thoughts {Day 7}My Profile

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  7. Lisa @ Running Out Of Wine says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:10 am

    These are great goals- and yes, the key is balance! It can be hard to do it all. Good luck this year!
    Lisa @ Running Out Of Wine recently posted…From “Recovery” To “Training”: The Base-Building PhaseMy Profile

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  8. Michelle @ Running with Attitude says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:40 am

    Great goals across the board! I work from home too and definitely need to work on my organization! I’m so psyched for you returning to run MCM and I’m hoping we’ll get to finally meet at one of the RnR races!!
    Michelle @ Running with Attitude recently posted…2015 Running GoalsMy Profile

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  9. Chaitali says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:43 am

    Great ambitious goals! I look forward to reading about your journey 🙂 I’m with you on the snacking thing. I really need to get that under control too.
    Chaitali recently posted…Tasty Tuesday – Roasted Vegetable SaladMy Profile

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  10. Lauren says

    January 6, 2015 at 10:27 am

    Amazing goals-you’re going to rock 2015! Kudos to going for 6 halfs in 6 days-that’s a lot of running 🙂

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  11. Becky says

    January 6, 2015 at 10:49 am

    Your racing plans make my tired! 🙂 I really want to find a group to run a ragnar one of these days – they always look like so much fun!
    Becky recently posted…Race Sign Up, Strength Training and CrabMy Profile

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  12. Smitha @ FauxRunner says

    January 6, 2015 at 11:18 am

    I love your goals! 6 in 6 days!! That’s an awesome one!
    I’ve struggled with a lot of the work (minus writing commitments) and personal goals similar to you!
    Smitha @ FauxRunner recently posted…Word of the Year for 2015My Profile

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  13. Courtney @ Eat Pray Run, DC says

    January 6, 2015 at 11:19 am

    you know i love this! i’m super excited to see what marathons you decide to do for mm 🙂
    Courtney @ Eat Pray Run, DC recently posted…Race Plan 2015My Profile

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  14. Lacey@fairytalesandfitness says

    January 6, 2015 at 11:21 am

    I would love to do a Ragnar race. I thought about looking into marathon maniacs as well. I didn’t know you had to qualify for it.
    Lacey@fairytalesandfitness recently posted…Remembering the Disney World MarathonMy Profile

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  15. Kim @ (Just) Trying says

    January 6, 2015 at 1:39 pm

    For some reason I thought this would be your second time at CON. Now I’m even more excited for you to knock off 5 new states there this year.
    Great goals! I look forward to watching you get your MM status. Will NY and NJ help you do that?
    Kim @ (Just) Trying recently posted…November in ReviewMy Profile

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  16. Janelle @ Run With No Regrets says

    January 6, 2015 at 1:48 pm

    You have some really great, well-balanced goals! The Ragnar is the ultimate dream race for me. I’m sure you’ll be able to knock these out!
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  17. EB @ Running on E says

    January 6, 2015 at 2:11 pm

    Great goals. I like how you break them up between areas of life.
    EB @ Running on E recently posted…Goals for 2015My Profile

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  18. Char says

    January 6, 2015 at 4:27 pm

    You’re always so good in getting your goals for the year sorted out. I’ve made one goal so far and that feels like a huge achievement.
    Char recently posted…Welcoming A New Family MemberMy Profile

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  19. HoHo Runs says

    January 6, 2015 at 4:45 pm

    Rock the 6 races in 6 days! I’d love to do that. And, good luck on becoming a Maniac! I can’t wait to hear which races you will do. I wish I could get more sleep (yeah – with dating teens HA HA).
    HoHo Runs recently posted…Back to Normal (Tuesdays on the Run)My Profile

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  20. Whitney @ French Fry Runner says

    January 6, 2015 at 5:27 pm

    Great goals! I’m working up to running 6 half marathons total in one year and can’t imagine doing 6 six days in a row! You’re a rock star!
    Whitney @ French Fry Runner recently posted…My Mantra for 2015My Profile

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  21. April @ RunTheGreatWideSomewhere says

    January 6, 2015 at 7:45 pm

    Amazing goals! I’m going to at least sign up for a Ragnar this year (hopefully run one!), but I can’t seem to narrow down the ones I want to do!!

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  22. Sami says

    January 6, 2015 at 8:56 pm

    You are such a running inspiration! Sounds like your year is going to be full of fun. I love the goal of getting more sleep and try a new recipe every month. I definitely need to do that one, my menu is getting pretty boring 🙂
    Sami recently posted…Set New Goals for the New YearMy Profile

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  23. Pahla B says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:38 pm

    I actually just sat down today and made out a daily schedule for stuff like being on Facebook and reading blogs and working. I have a master calendar. I know it’s just an illusion of being in control, but it makes me feel better. Balance is always a work in progress!

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  24. Who Moved My Donut? says

    January 7, 2015 at 1:59 am

    Some great goals for this year! Good luck 🙂
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  25. CARLA says

    January 7, 2015 at 4:48 am

    my goal is to get you to move in with me….
    CARLA recently posted…2015’s word is silence.My Profile

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  26. Lara @ Uptite Mamas says

    January 7, 2015 at 5:51 am

    Awesome! Wow. I am super impressed and can’t wait to see you accomplish all of these goals!! #wowlinkup
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  27. Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes says

    January 7, 2015 at 6:42 am

    I’m so excited for you to bring back the word marathon 🙂
    Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes recently posted…2015 Goals: Time to refocusMy Profile

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  28. Ruthie@She'sWickedHealthy says

    January 7, 2015 at 8:03 am

    You are a busy lady and these are some great goals! I broke mine up into categories, too, and I found it really helpful. Cheers to a great 2015! #wowlinkup
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  29. Kim says

    January 7, 2015 at 4:06 pm

    Oh – I’m so excited that you have bumped your 5 in 5 to 6 in 6!!!
    I’m trying to do a better job with my work schedule and the rest of life – mostly I’m trying to get rid of stress and just enjoy all the things I do.
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  30. The Frugal Exerciser says

    January 7, 2015 at 4:53 pm

    I only have one for fitness and health weight control and that is to weigh in daily, that keeps my weight in check.
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  31. Michael says

    January 7, 2015 at 5:07 pm

    Well you have lined out some great goals for 2015. I’ve been kicking around a few, but haven’t put anything on paper yet. Your #1 running goal sounds pretty amazing to me!! I’ll be doing 5 half marathons in about 7 weeks and I thought that was agressive 😉
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  32. Deborah Brooks says

    January 7, 2015 at 6:05 pm

    You have some great goals for the year! I’m looking forward to running more with you this year. Exciting that you are going to do Marine corps again.
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  33. Diatta @ Femme Fitale Fit Club says

    January 7, 2015 at 9:20 pm

    These are some COOL rockin’ 2015 goals. I have some I can link up with you all. 6 marathons in 6 days? WOW!!! I’m not worthy. THAT would scare me big time but I am sure you will rock it! #wowlinkup
    Diatta @ Femme Fitale Fit Club recently posted…My New Year’s Resolutions for 2015My Profile

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  34. Melanie @ Happy Being Healthy says

    January 7, 2015 at 11:10 pm

    I love all of your goals!! 6 Half marathons in 6 days…..holy cow! You’re amazing! I love Ragnar too and would love to run all of them!!
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  35. AmyC says

    January 8, 2015 at 7:51 am

    I ran Ragnar Cape Cod last year and it was so fun! Beautiful scenery too 🙂
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  36. Catherine | Fit Armadillo says

    January 14, 2015 at 8:43 am

    Looks like an exciting year for sure! Lots of awesome races on there. Looking forward to continuing to follow you #wowlinkup
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  37. The Frugal Exerciser says

    January 14, 2015 at 11:28 pm

    I’m going to join you on trying a new recipe a month. I have so many recipes pinned and have only tried cooking a few of them. #wowlinkup
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