New Blog Series- Join Me!
Have you ever thought about running a 5k or a half-marathon?
The first time I decided to run one I had to Google exactly how many miles a half-marathon involved. My initial reaction was to chuckle when I realized that it was two miles further than my eleven mile drive to work — just 13.1 miles. Then I became doubtful. Yikes- 13.1 miles?!! Seemed impossible. I was excited and nervous.
Could I do it? Why do it? How would I do it? I’d never run more than three or four miles at one time, ever, and that was back in 1999 when I was in college. Yet last April, at 34 years old, I managed to run 13.1 miles. I ran the More Half-Marathon and blogged about my journey as a More.com contributer and for the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women campaign. I used social media to make me accountable, meet other running moms/women, and learn from them.
So how did I answer those three questions and get it done?
Join me on Sundays at my personal blog, JusticeJonesie.com, as I answer these questions and more. We’ll talk about getting started running or running your next race. And, if you are running a 5k or a half we can motivate each other and get it done! (I know I still need that accountability and motivation!) Along the way, I’ll introduce you to some of my favorite social media runners, blogs, and sites that I use as a resource.
To read more about the series, click here.
See you there!
8.19.11 at 11:55 am
Optimistic Mom
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comments:
Why do I feel like you wrote this for me? How did you know this thought crosses my mind often, but I have yet to act on it? Hmmmm, guess I might have to just check out your journey and hopefully be inspired to get it done. :)
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8.21.11 at 10:15 am
Justice Jonesie comments:
Because I did write it for you! :) Hope you decide to give it a try and join me, you’ll be glad you did. Consider starting with a 5k? It takes less training and is great for first time runners. If you already are physically active you could probably go right into a 10k training program.
8.23.11 at 7:14 pm
Clark Minn comments:
I’d love to run especially if I have my friends and family with me…
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9.1.11 at 5:27 am
Carla P. Barker comments:
I also love running but I can barely run 5k, but I keep trying :)
Good luck
C.
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9.1.11 at 10:59 am
Anna comments:
Cool! I know that it takes a lot of efforts to come up to this level. It used to take me at least 6 months to come up to a level where I could run 10 kms without stopping in 1h10m.
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9.1.11 at 11:27 pm
kate comments:
my goal this fall while kids are in school is to train to increase my running endurance , so this should coem in handy thanks.
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9.5.11 at 3:57 am
Laura comments:
wow..is this for me..you write it?how sweet..I will SURELY join.:D…
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9.7.11 at 10:15 am
Fey comments:
wow this post was really great thank you so much for sharing this with us.
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9.8.11 at 4:10 am
Aguilar comments:
I used social media to make me accountable, meet other running moms/women, and learn from them.If you already are physically active you could probably go right into a 10k training program.
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9.12.11 at 1:11 pm
Linda comments:
In my experience it is much better to be surrounded with people with the same goal, this way I can be motivated. It would be great to hear stories or inspirational words from your experience runners. It is about time I start with what I have been planning for some time.
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9.14.11 at 10:20 am
Sarah comments:
Funny, I was searching for running tips and then I found you… great! :) Your blog will be my motivation for start running on weekends!!!
Thank you! ;)
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9.19.11 at 6:05 am
Samantha comments:
I haven’t tried running 5k marathon but I am looking forward to…That would be fun then…
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9.20.11 at 8:57 pm
Vicky comments:
that’s tiring 5k marathon i never try that…but maybe i should try some people can manage why not me
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9.21.11 at 7:00 pm
Casy William comments:
I haven’t tried any marathon but i think I have to…This is for my health as well…
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9.28.11 at 9:01 am
Wendy comments:
I really love reading marathon blogs.. Looking forward for the entries!
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9.30.11 at 8:08 am
Anna comments:
Thank you for sharing this story! I strongly believe that our limits are set up in our heads, but you have to train as well :) for being able to run a half-marathon.
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9.30.11 at 10:16 am
Sally Thompson comments:
Love to join your program.. Looking forward to it!
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10.4.11 at 1:22 am
Helga comments:
Hi…Thanks for sharing the links you have here and I will definitely check them one by one…
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10.4.11 at 9:21 am
tomry comments:
I once run 1 kilometer 3x a week until I got my job online which consume all my time. My hubby was the great influence on my running. He told me to go with 1 kilometer then 2. Hope to jog again this week.
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10.7.11 at 11:16 am
A confident man comments:
This is a great sign of courage and confidence.
13 miles isn’t that difficult if you prepare, I’ve run more than that feeling great because I’ve had enough mental and physical preparation and I had way too many difficulties in less distances because I was underprepared.
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10.10.11 at 10:17 am
Nora comments:
Hi, very nice post about getting into shape and taking the plunge. Good advice and good motivation. It’s been awhile but I moving back in that direction. thanks
10.11.11 at 1:23 am
Keira comments:
I know a lot of people will join you for that (pls include me)…
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10.12.11 at 9:35 pm
Lana comments:
Don’t you have to worry because more people will join you especially when they are aware of this post…So this should be shared…
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10.17.11 at 11:26 pm
Kim comments:
I would truly say that you had an excellent post about getting into shape and going for it. Good advice and good motivation. It’s been awhile however i moving in that direction. Thanks
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10.18.11 at 1:52 am
Gia comments:
I hope I can join you as well…Thanks for the idea here…
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10.19.11 at 8:29 am
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10.21.11 at 8:39 am
Kisha comments:
I am so excited on your new blog series.. Keep it up! I will be back soon of the series!
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10.24.11 at 2:39 am
Kimberly comments:
I think running the marathon is an amazing learning experience. Aside from being a great exercise, being in a race is an opportunity to be with motivated people. I am excited to know your answers to the three questions. I think they will add to the motivation.
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10.25.11 at 1:02 am
Fresy comments:
I want to join you but I guess I am a bit too late already…
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10.26.11 at 6:03 am
ghostfighter0506 comments:
This is a great sign of courage and confidence.
13 miles isn’t that difficult if you prepare, I’ve run more than that feeling great because I’ve had enough mental and physical preparation and I had way too many difficulties in less distances because I was unprepared.
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10.27.11 at 9:43 pm
Wennie comments:
I hope I can join you too…
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11.2.11 at 10:09 am
emerald comments:
My hubby was the great influence on my running. He told me to go with 1 kilometer then 2. Hope to jog again this week.
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11.3.11 at 3:44 pm
malunggay56 comments:
I am excited to know your answers to the three questions. I think they will add to the motivation. | :P
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11.7.11 at 1:56 am
Shela comments:
For quiet sometimes,I’ve been a frustrated runner.This time I will find time to join you,I love to run.Thank you for giving this out.
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11.7.11 at 1:57 am
Kim comments:
Marathon is always an exciting race. it motivates you to finish the race and gives you exciting feeling when you reach the finish line, what an accomplishment!
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11.8.11 at 4:53 am
Chloe comments:
I think running the marathon is an amazing learning experience.Thank you for giving this out.
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11.8.11 at 8:27 pm
Gaye comments:
This really looks amazing…
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11.17.11 at 12:53 pm
Neo comments:
Wow, that is one long run. The most I have was about 5 km and I was already out of breath halfway. How much more, if it was 13 miles. That is one feat I’d like to do.
12.8.11 at 11:26 pm
Preston comments:
I love to run! it’s the best way for me to refill my energy bars but 5k is still a bit challange. Anyways i will follow you on yout journey ;)
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12.29.11 at 9:17 am
Kenny comments:
I love to run, too but only if there is someone with me. Running alone is soooooo boring :/
1.9.12 at 5:48 am
Samantha comments:
I would love to start running again..
1.19.12 at 5:40 am
joel mc comments:
I’m with you Justice. Following you on twitter too!
2.9.12 at 12:01 am
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Hi, I want to start a blog cause I think it’ll be fun but I just don’t know how to get started. I don’t know a site I can use and anyone can see without having to log in. I don’t want it to be like twitter or facebook cause i dont want them. I need some ideas of WHAT to blog about ’cause I don’t even know what to write??? xx