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The before, during & after
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The New Year is here! Finally, it's time to say goodbye to 2017. How did 2017 treat you this year? Good? Bad? Maybe a little bit of both? That's what I would say. 2017 was a little bit of a roller coaster for me both on and off the roads. On the roads I had some pretty damn good performances. I can happily say I was able to PR in almost every single distance. 19:49-5K, 40:41-10K, 65:31-15K, 1:34:16-Half, and 5:39 mile. I couldn't be happier about what I've been able to accomplish under a last minute change in coaching, new lifting plan, and different eating habits. I've also grown so much closer to my running community, I became the Vice President / Youth Chair of our local USATF Association, became a part of the Girls on the Run in the capital region, and I became much more involved in my local running club (the Albany Running Exchange). I finished the year with 1,678.11 miles which exceeds my set goal of 1,200 miles coming off of an awful injury so needless to say it was a fantastic running year! Running right into the new year (see what I did there) I've already set new goals, got my race schedule lined up, and I am ready to go! If I had to rank how life outside of running was in 2017 on a scale from 1 to 10 I think I would fall at about a 7. 2017 was full of ups and some serious downs; life at home was a little crappy, I experienced some heart break, my body had begun to break down, but you know what? I came out of it much stronger (in my opinion). In 2017 I left the country for the first time ever and it really opened my eyes to what's really out there and what we aren't seeing enough. I also traveled more within the country, saw so many beautiful areas and met some pretty great people. I also put myself out there in 2017, I was able to nail some pretty great freelance graphic work, as well as, teaching myself new skills. I learned to love, and I learned to appreciate the little things in life. My biggest downfalls taught me to never take life for granted and that there is a positive to every negative. I learned to let go, have fun, and enjoy every second of every moment because they won't last forever. I vowed to chase new things in 2018 starting with a new career and a better lifestyle. Although many things broke me down in 2017 I am determined to enter 2018 with a new attitude and outlook on life. I am a firm believer in that everything happens for a reason and this year has been a year of intense growth for me as an individual. "I believe that everything happens for a reason. People change so that you can learn to let go, things go wrong so that you appreciate them when they're right, you believe lies so you eventually learn to trust no one but yourself, and sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together." - Marilyn Monroe What's to come in 2018? My hope is that 2018 is full of laughter, obviously more miles, and pure happiness. I am ready to chase my goals, get myself back on track, and overall better myself. If I had to chose "New Years Resolutions" I guess I could break it down into three: 1.) Get back on track with eating! I know, New Year's always calls for the bandwagon "fad diets" but I'm looking more to better my health rather than change it. I found that in 2017 I was leaning more towards a vegan lifestyle and I'm looking to better that. My hope for 2018 is that I can fully transition to a vegan diet and get my digestive system and skin back on track! 2.) Travel, travel, travel! Germany and Czech were just the beginning for me, it's time for me to see the world! I'm looking forward to experiencing so many different cultures, seeing beautiful areas, and obviously tasting some good food! 3.) To move and chase my dream career. Sounds crazy, I know. However I know where I need to be and I know that I've still got the determination to get to the west coast (hopefully Oregon) doing graphic design for an athletic company. I am excited for what 2018 has to bring to the table, I'm entering the new year with nothing but a positive attitude and. hopes for nothing but the best. I wish you all the best heading into 2018, and that you're all able to accomplish your goals! Until next time.... Stay Green, Amanda
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