How would you describe your year of running in 2015? Did you run in any special races, break any records, or challenge yourself in new ways? What did you enjoy the most?
Since it’s Tuesday, it’s time for Tuesdays on the Run with Marcia, Patty, and Erika, and it’s no surprise that this week we’re sharing our running highlights of 2015!
So I thought this would be the perfect time to participate in the Year of Running Linkup, which is now hosted by Courtney of Eat Pray Run DC since MissZippy1 has moved on to other ventures. Check out my responses to the survey in 2013 and 2014!
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2015 Year of Running Recap
This has really been an amazing year of running for me. One of my goals was to mix things up and run in new places in 2015, and I can easily say that mission was accomplished! I ran one race in DC and two races in Annapolis, enjoyed the trails of Nebraska in the summer, saw the beauty of Charleston, South Carolina and nearly burned to death in Anaheim, California!
And I did make some improvements in my speed, which is always great – I nabbed a 10K PR at the Philly 10K and had my second-fastest half marathon at the Annapolis Classic Half Marathon. I can nitpick about things, but overall, 2015 was an AMAZING year of running.
So let’s get on with the survey!
Best Race Experience: I’ve had some awesome races in 2015, but I think my best race was the Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Miler in DC. I felt really confident leading up to this race, I ran negative splits, and I really gave it my all. Plus, I got to experience the race with Bret and my sister Jennifer.
Best Run: I ran over 750 miles in 2015 (a LOT for me!) and there have been so many great runs along the way. I think the best runs I’ve had this year were on Forbidden Drive in Northwest Philadelphia. I have a strong love for running on the trails – it’s interesting with every turn. I can never get bored!
Best New Piece of Running Gear: I have to say that my best piece of running gear was most definitely my Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 32 running shoes (affiliate link)! I bought my pair over the summer and I absolutely love them! They are super comfortable and were great straight out of the box. We had 300+ great miles together – I’ll have to get some new ones and finally start rotating shoes like a good runner!
Best Running Advice You’ve Received This Year: Keep your easy runs EASY. For whatever reason, I really struggled with this in the fall. My paces on my easy runs were not as consistent as they used to be, and I would often overshoot and run too fast. I think this hurt me when I ran the Annapolis half. So I’ll be much more strict about this moving forward!
Most Inspirational Runner: Kevin Hart? Just kidding! There have been so many news stories about people completing races while defeating the greatest odds. One that I thought was so inspiring was the police officer who helped an injured runner complete his marathon.
Favorite Picture From a Run or Race This Year: How can I only choose one? I had so any scenic runs throughout the year! The frozen-over Schuylkill River this past winter is definitely the most memorable for me.
Race Experience You Would Repeat In a Heartbeat: The 1/2 Sauer 1/2 Kraut Half Marathon in June was so much fun! I smiled so much during that race, even though it was so tough in the heat and humidity. There was just a great spirit in that race – the volunteers were so nice and I loved Uberhans on the accordion! I’m already signed up for next year!
If You Could Sum Up the Year In a Couple of Words, What Would They Be?: Running is love! What an amazing year. I want to do this for the rest of my life.
2015 has really been a great year for running, and I’m so grateful I made it through, injury-free! How would you answer these survey questions?
It’s been really fun to follow your journey and to get to know you through your blog! I’m looking forward to seeing waht 2016 brings for you!!!
Thanks so much Wendy, I feel the same about you and your blog! Cheers! 🙂
Way to go logging all those miles! I’ve loved following your running journey this year!
Thanks so much, Annmarie! 🙂
Way to go! You had a great 2015 yera of running. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Thanks a lot, Rachel!
Janelle, you had an AMAZING year of running! Huge congratulations!!! Love all of your pictures, especially the 1/2 Sauer 1/2 Kraut post-race – you look so strong and confident! Cheers to 2016 being an even better year still to come!
Thanks so much Emily, I really appreciate that! So looking forward to an awesome 2016!
Sounds like a great year. Nothing beats a great pair of shoes to help with running. I don’t rotate sneakers either, but when I need new shoes, the old shoes become my everyday shoes.
Thanks Lesley! I do the same thing – my old running shoes become everyday/workout shoes…they’re just so cozy!
What a great year you’ve had! Looks like you have some beautiful places to run. Thanks for visiting my blog also. Looking forward to following along with you in 2016.
Thanks a lot, Deena! Likewise!
Looks like an awesome year for you!
Thanks Alyssa, I’m so glad it turned out to be a great year and injury-free!
You had a great year! That trail looks beautiful, and Kevin Hart! YAS! haha
Haha thanks, Nicole! 🙂
You had such an awesome year! Can’t wait to see what next year brings you!
Thanks a lot, Sue! 🙂
You’ve had a really good year! I can’t wait to see what 2016 has in store for you!
Thanks, Ali! I’m so excited for this year!
Such a great year, so many adventures and CRACK ME UP about Kevin Hart 😀
Thanks, Susie!
What a great year you’ve had! I also love the Cherry Blossom 10 Mile race. That was my favorite race when I lived in the DC area. I can’t wait to see what you do in 2016!!
Thanks so much, Jenn!
Running is love- love this!
You can totally steal that, lol 🙂
You definitely had a great year! That Forbidden Drive trail looks gorgeous! I love it!
I really want to run that Cherry Blossom 10 Miler. I have to put in for the lottery one of these years.
Awesome work!
Thanks Jenn – you should definitely put in for the lottery, I think it’s definitely worth doing once! Forbidden Drive ia amaaazing, I love it!
!/2 Sauer 1/2 kraut is on my bucket list. Sounds like such a fun race! Looks like you had a fun year.
Ooh I hope you get to run it, it’s SO much fun and a really beautiful course!
you killed it this year! i’m excited to follow along with your running journey in 2016! 🙂
Aw, thanks Katie! 🙂
Great mileage! This year I found a love for trails too- you are right you never get bored. I might have to back off on the trails for 2016 for fear of falling when running with a huge belly, but I will be back for trail runs next fall. I am excited to see where 2016 takes you.
Thanks so much Hollie, and congrats on the baby on the way!!
Sounds like an amazing year! I used to run in the Air Pegasus and wow, they’ve really changed since I ran in them! 🙂
Thanks, Lora! It’s crazy how they keep changing these running shoes year after year!
Congratulations on all your races. And especially the Cherry Blossom ten miler. Getting a negative split is so hard to do. Love the shoes!
Thanks so much, Lacey!
I love reading year in running posts. Wait. is that weird? Definitely a great year!
Not weird at all, I really enjoy reading them too! Thanks, Jill!
An exciting year for you, and I love your pictures ! How did you do your slideshow in the middle of your post ? I loved it ! Hope you have a great 2016 !
Thanks, Karen! In self-hosted WordPress when you make a gallery of your photos, there’s a slideshow option. I love it because it’s easier than trying to make all the different sized photos fit in a square.
You had such a great and fun running year, Janelle. Your personality shines through all your posts. Have a Merry Christmas!
Aw Ilka, you’re so sweet! Thanks, and I’ve really enjoyed getting to know you through your blog too 🙂
You did have a great year of running! Hope to see you at Cherry Blossom this year. Here’s to happy running for both of us this year
Thanks, Deborah! Absolutely – I can’t wait to finally meet you at Cherry Blossom! On to 2016! 🙂
Sounds like an awesome year! Loved the Cherry Blossom 10 miler when I did it a couple of years ago! Happy Holidays!
Thanks, Sherry! I hope you’re having a great holiday!
Wow, check out your mileage! Youre amazing, I love to follow along with you. If I had to sum up my year, I would say…”gotta keep up with Janelle” ! lol
Aw, thanks Autumn! I really appreciate the kind words 🙂 Love your posts and workouts too!
I’ve heard so many great things about the Cherry Blossom Ten Miler! Love those Nike kicks! Cool lacing 🙂
Thanks, Sandra! I really enjoyed Cherry Blossom and can’t wait to do it again! Thanks…they are definitely my prettiest running shoes ever 🙂
you have had a great year! I have run about the same number of miles as you (i hit 750 with a few more days to go) and it really is amazing how much you can accomplish in one running year!
Thanks, Juliana! So grateful to have such a fun year of running!
Looks like you had a great year! I also love running in new places- you got to explore quite a bit this year! Hoping that 2016 brings more great things for you:)
Yes! Running IS love, friend! So great 🙂 Happy we finally met and can’t wait to do it again this year!