Run SY Run

There’s something about being up before the rest of the world that I’ve always loved. It’s quiet, nobody needs anything from me yet, and I get this little window of time that belongs completely to me. So I get up early and put in the work.

Uniform of the day? A hoodie and a hat. 😂 There’s just something about getting bundled up, putting my headphones on and getting lost in my workout.

Plus, hoodies make me feel a little hugged. And whew…I could use a few of those these days. ❤️

Run Sy Run. 🏃🏾‍♀️

I’m really embracing this chapter of my life. There’s something freeing about realizing that I don’t have to have everything figured out. I can simply focus on taking care of myself, getting stronger, finding my rhythm with running again, protecting my peace and being intentional about where I put my energy.

I’m not trying to become a different woman. I actually really like the woman I am. I’m just giving her more of my attention these days.

I trust that the people meant to share this chapter with me will find their place in it naturally. No forcing, no chasing, no keeping score. I’m just going to keep doing me and enjoying the journey.

And if you’re looking for me, catch me outside. 😂 🏃🏾‍♀️
❤️

Run Sy Run

Okay, my bigger-boobed runners, I need some help. 😂 What sports bra are we running in these days?!

I used to SWEAR by Moving Comfort. As you can see, the girls were locked, loaded and going absolutely NOWHERE. 😂 Unfortunately, Moving Comfort no longer exists, and now that I’m getting back to running, I need to find a replacement.

I need HIGH support. No bouncing, no adjusting and no foolishness while I’m trying to get these miles in. 😂

What are y’all running in? Help a returning runner out!

Happy Monday!

Leg day humbled me this morning. 😂 I had every intention of getting in a few miles afterward, but my legs quickly reminded me that we’re still figuring this running thing out again. So I hit the pavement for one mile and called it.

Right now, it’s not about how far or how fast. It’s about getting back into the rhythm of showing up, learning what my body can handle alongside weight training, and building from there.

One mile down. 29 weeks to go.

Run Sy Run. ❤️

My son: “Ma…you never get rid of clothes.”

Me: “Well…this one has been with me since Japan in 1997.” 😂

At this point, it’s not a dress…

It’s family. 🤣❤️

Looking at this little girl in the party hat, I wonder if she had any idea where life would take her. The victories. The setbacks. The lessons. The miles. The tears. The laughter. The people who would come and go. The strength she would discover she had all along.

Today, that little girl turns 50.

Fifty doesn’t feel like an ending. It feels like freedom. Freedom to dream bigger, run farther, lift heavier, protect my peace, choose joy, and keep becoming the woman I was always meant to be.

Before the celebrations began today, I did something that felt fitting…I laced up my shoes and went for a run. Not because it was fast. Not because it was far. Simply because I wanted to remind myself that I can always begin again.

RunSYRun has never been just about running. It’s always been about resilience. It’s about getting back up every single time life knocks you down and believing there’s still another mile left in you.

Marathon training begins soon, and I’ll be sharing this next chapter….the victories, the struggles, and every mile in between.

To everyone who has followed my journey over the years, thank you. Whether you’ve been here from the beginning or joined somewhere along the way, your encouragement has meant more than you’ll ever know.

From the little girl holding a birthday balloon… to the woman I am today… I’m grateful for every step that brought me here.

Chapter 50 starts now.

Let’s run. 🖤🏃🏾‍♀️