Project 9:30 | Week 17 of 19 • Thursday

Wakey wakey, sunshine!

Another early morning at the Y, getting everything set up for TRX • Cycling • TRX!

I’ll admit, though…I woke up feeling a little YUCKY today. Not exactly how I wanted to start my morning, but I was thankful to make it through all my classes!

Afterward, I decided to keep things simple. A little afternoon walk, some fresh air, and letting my body do what it needs to do—RECOVER.

One of my goals leading up to October 24 is to cut back on added sugar. And holy bananas…maybe my body is wondering where all the sweet stuff went!

Whether that’s part of why I’m feeling off or not, one thing is certain: I’m listening to my body. No need to force extra miles when recovery is what I need most.

Meanwhile, the excitement is BUILDING!

I’m putting the finishing touches on my race bibs and organizing all those beautiful names I’ll be carrying for 50 miles.

Every name has a story. Every story has a purpose. And every mile will mean something so much bigger than a finish time.

The hard work is behind me. Now it’s about arriving healthy, fueled, rested, and ready.

It’s crazy how quickly these 17 weeks have flown by!

October 24…I’m getting SO excited!

#Project930 #Week17 #Fall50 #930Names #IronSunshine MovementIsMedicine UltraTraining RunningWithPurpose TrustTheProcess

Just keep adding ~

 

Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon Race Repor

What made this race so incredible was that, for me, it was simply my long run for the week. I’m so grateful my sister @bethannegetmovin Bethanne jumped in and did it with me.

Her longest run had been 13.1 miles the weekend before, and she hadn’t run a marathon in “years. "She’s completed an Ironman’s, but this was a whole different kind of challenge. We decided to stay together from start to finish, and that made the day even more special.

We spent more than four and a half hours talking, laughing, taking in Milwaukee, and cheering each other on. Bethanne even stopped to help a man who was down on the ground. The course had so many great signs, and running over that bridge four times throughout the weekend was priceless.

I feel overwhelmed with gratitude for the things I get to see and do, and for being able to share these experiences with my family & friends. The past few months have brought up so many emotions, and maybe the upcoming race is part of that, too.

What a fun Sunday running the Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon with my sister. I can’t wait to do this one again. It’s definitely one of my favorite races!

Now, on to the next one: the Fall 50 on October 24! “Let’s Go!”

Love you bunches Bethanne!

 

Project 9:30 | Week 16 of 19 • Wednesday

WOWZA…when did it get SO DARK in the mornings?! Headlamp season is officially here!

Started the morning getting in an easy 3 miles before heading to the Y for Cardio Essentials. Just keeping those legs moving and enjoying these final weeks of Project 9:30.

And now the excitement is shifting to this weekend! I spent part of the day picking up a few things and getting ready for the Milwaukee Marathon weekend.

This one feel extra special because once again, running and cancer come together in a way that means so much to me. Every race, every name, every person we run for is another reminder that these miles can mean so much more than a finish time.

And holy bananas…these weeks are FLYING. October 24 is going to be here before I know it.

For now—enjoy the miles, enjoy the excitement, and keep the party going.

Week 16…we’re rolling!

#Project930 #Week16 #MarathonWeekend #Fall50 #RunningForCancer IronSunshine MovementIsMedicine UltraTraining

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Project 9:30 | Week 16 of 19 • Tuesday

Wakey, wakey, sunshine! Another early morning at the Y!

Started the day with TRX • Strength • TRX, followed by a short, easy run.

I’ll admit it—one of the hardest things for me is NOT going all-out in my own classes. Some instructors teach from the front and coach, while others do the workout right alongside their members. Both are absolutely perfect ways to teach—but I’m definitely someone who loves jumping in and doing it with everyone.

And honestly, how can you not?!

It’s 5:00 in the morning and these members are showing up ready to WORK. The energy is incredible. Some mornings it feels less like a fitness class and more like a 5 AM party!

People often ask me, “How do you teach all those classes and then go do your own training?”

The answer is pretty simple:

Because it doesn’t feel like work.

I genuinely love what I get to do. I love the members, the energy, the laughs, the encouragement, and watching people get stronger and accomplish things they didn’t think they could do.

Yes, Project 9:30 requires me to be smart about saving something in the tank for my own training—something I’m STILL learning. But I wouldn’t trade these early mornings for anything.

When you’re lucky enough to do something you love, even a 4 AM alarm can feel like an invitation to a party.

Grateful for another morning of movement, another short run, and another day doing what I love.

Week 16 keeps rolling!

Project 9:30 | Week 16 "What" • Monday

WEEK 16! Holy bananas…how are we already here?!

After such a fun weekend of running, today started with Pilates followed by Cardio Essentials, and then it was back out the door—this time for an easy recovery run up the Bluff with Bethanne. #SisterSquad

Nothing fast. Nothing forced. Just easy miles, good conversation, beautiful views, and having FUN.

Before we knew it…8 miles DONE.

The rest of the day was all about getting things organized and starting to figure out my Project 9:30 jersey because October 24 is coming FAST! Those names I’ve been collecting need a home, and seeing this part come together is making race day feel very real.

Sixteen weeks ago, October felt so far away.

Now I can almost see it.

The fitness is there. The miles have been stacked. The names are growing. And most importantly, I’m still excited to get out there every day and do what I love.

That’s the way I want to finish these final weeks—keep the party going. Keep having fun. Keep believing.

Because this isn’t supposed to feel like a punishment.

It’s an adventure.

Week 16…let’s GO!

#Project930 #Week16 #Fall50 #930Names #SisterSquad #IronSunshine #MovementIsMedicine #UltraTraining

2026 HoCo

 

Great reminder

 The goal isn’t to prove that you can do everything. It’s to become wise enough to know what matters, strong enough to do the hard work, and brave enough to let go of what doesn’t move you forward.”