Five Things I've Accomplished This Year

As 2024 winds to a close, it’s time to look back on the things I’ve accomplished this year. Honestly, there were quite a few hiccups, but there were also so many great things of which I am so proud.

I Added Three States To My 50 States Goal

That’s right! This year, we brought my grand total of states I’ve run to a whopping twelve! Slowly, but surely, I am chipping away! In February, we got to run a 5K at Mardi Gras in Louisiana. Next up, we took on another 5K on the riverfront in Chattanooga, Tennessee. And then we ended up with a hot air balloon themed race in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It’s amazing how things all came together for this to work out!

I Earned Some Post-Injury PRs

While I’ve never been a particularly fast runner, it was nice to see that my hard work has been paying off. Summer did me dirty with the heat and humidity, but I am motivated to get back to where I was earlier in the year. Training will be good, especially with the cooler temps!

I Racked Up Some Miles

It’s been a while since I actually set a number goal for my annual miles, but this year, between walking and running, I really cranked them out! Sure, it’s not the number that matters, but I am personally proud of myself for pushing every day. To date, I am looking at 945.24 running miles and just under 1275 walking miles! Amazing!

I Completed More Than One Race Per Month

This is always a goal I try to accomplish, and I am proud to say I tallied more than 12 races this year! In truth, I did not race in the month of August (it’s just so hot and miserable), but I doubled up on some of the others, leading to a grand total of 13! Yay me!

I Persisted With Strength Training!

It wasn’t always pretty or consistent, but my presence at the gym is ongoing! Do I still hate it and find it boring? Yup. But is it necessary for my primary goal of running? Also yes. And that’s all I have to say about that!

What are some of your accomplishments of 2024?

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