Running to mental clarity & honoring your accomplishments: Race-Kred Giveaway

Runner distance shoe lace charms. Cover your laces with your races!
Right before I ran my last marathon I was excited to receive my 26.2 shoe tag in the mail from Race-Kred, as unlikely as I knew I was hoping to have this to remember a new PR!. Not the case but still proud to show off my accomplishments of how far I have come from the 1st miles I ran back in 2002 and now soon to be my 22nd marathon. The charm is cute and so lightweight. I even thought it would make a cute necklace or bracelet. What a fun way to acknowledge and be proud of your accomplishments, everything from 5K to Ultras and even Ironman (someday!). What running accomplishment would you show off?


This year has been tough for running on me with injury and lacking the times I am hoping it honestly helps to know where I started and everything I achieved to this point. The past few weeks have been the toughest, nice weather finally but poor runs and making myself back off. I'm happy to be running pain free again with the help of frequent appointments for ART, cold laser and regular K-Tape but I am still just running easy (too easy for what I like!). I'm trying to regain the love of the sport before I begin the intense training again. I have even run "naked" a lot lately: no iPod, no Garmin: just me and the outdoors (well and sometimes a dog and kid!). Is there anything more wonderful then the rhythm of your feet on the ground combined with the sounds of nature? What better way to enjoy the run and clear your head, and believe me with all the studying and job decisions I have plenty swimming around in my brain lately! Does running help you make important decisions?
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  1. Mindy BobeMay 31, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    Hang in there Jen!!! I love my Race-Kred!!!

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  2. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 8:58 AM

    I would want the 26.2 because I ran my first marathon on May 4th.

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  3. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    I would definitely want the 26.2 as well because I just finished my first marathon last weekend!

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  4. Sarah, How My World RunsMay 31, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    I'd choose 13.1 but 26.2 is tempting to put up until December! :-)

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  5. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    13.1 !!!!!!

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  6. CecilMay 31, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    I'd be able to claim the 5K and the 13.1

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  7. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 1:23 PM

    Hmm, I can't decide. 13.1 is my fav distance, but I'm proud of doing my first 26.2 in January.

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  8. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 1:41 PM

    I feel ya, I am also trying to get back into running. its hard with injuries.

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    1. Coach JenMay 31, 2013 at 4:12 PM

      So true! Injuries are terrible to runners, ugh!

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  9. Mommy Run FastMay 31, 2013 at 1:48 PM

    Super cute! It's frustrating that it hasn't been the year you'd like... hopefully everything you're doing now will do the trick!

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    1. Coach JenMay 31, 2013 at 4:12 PM

      Thanks Laura, I feel like things are finally improving :)

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  10. Runaway Bridal PlannerMay 31, 2013 at 4:09 PM

    Glad to hear your are running pain free now!!! If I sported one it would be 26.2 all the way:)

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  11. MatildaMay 31, 2013 at 5:45 PM

    I don't know what it is about running, but I find it's a great way to get clarity when my mind is all jumbled. I get great idea's for things, I solve problems, so yeah, I run.

    love the colour of your shoes too btw.

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  12. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    Hoping that the path you are on now will leas you to success! Cute shoe bling too!

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  13. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 7:50 PM

    Love these little beauties! I have done 2 maras and 17 halfs...am happier with the halfs...so maybe i would do the 13.1....eek that is a hard decision

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  14. jillconyersJune 1, 2013 at 3:54 AM

    I would want ULTRA race cred. My year is all about distance and I'm determined to see just how far I can run :)

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  15. AnonymousJune 1, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    I've done quite a few half marathons, so I'd love the 13.1 one!

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  16. JoyelleJune 1, 2013 at 8:38 PM

    13.1! I've now done 3 half marathons and am registered for 2 more this year and possibly 1 more.

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  17. UnknownJune 2, 2013 at 9:12 PM

    13.1 because i'm finishing my first half this year! (:

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  18. UnknownJune 2, 2013 at 9:24 PM

    13.1 - it is my favorite race distance

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  19. AnonymousJune 6, 2013 at 4:58 PM

    I've only done 13.1 but training for 26.2 and running it in October! This would be a great reward. :)

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  20. Sue @ This Mama Runs for CupcakesJune 6, 2013 at 6:20 PM

    13.1 since that's the longest race I've done!

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