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Friday, November 10, 2017

Neighbor // Client // Friend

These flowers arrived on my doorstep this morning while I was busy vacuuming and folding laundry. They were from a client that I crossed paths with one year ago.  One year ago this week. 



She had been my neighbor for several years. But we only crossed paths when out walking with our dogs or chasing kids around the neighborhood. When I opened up my studio last fall she reached out to me to start running and walking together. 

She’s a mother of four and homeschools her kids and early mornings worked best for her.  We would typically run together once a week at 5:30 am and this continued as the months passed by. We started with one minute intervals and continued on that path throughout much of the winter.  Occasionally we would add in longer periods of running at the end of her workout.

She wasn’t interested in running outdoors or having anyone at the gym see her running (Can anyone relate?). But, once spring hit, I encouraged her that she should be proud of what she was doing – so we ventured outside.  We ran around our neighborhood and soon I was showing her our city in a different way – on foot at various parks and trails. I could tell that something was changing her. She wasn’t dreading her workouts or asking for breaks. She was craving the workout – and the time for herself.  It wasn’t so much of a chore anymore. I would see her out running when I was out with my family and it made me so happy.  Others in the neighborhood noticed her lifestyle change, too.

During the time we got to know each other, she went through a difficult international adoption process. This involved her husband traveling for several weeks throughout the year. When early mornings didn’t work, we would run together with our toddlers in the strollers. She still made herself a priority.


During the adoption process, she also learned that she would need to have surgery. We met immediately before surgery and immediately after she was given the ok to return to exercise. She continued to keep her routine throughout all of this.

After these two situations were finalized and family routine was setting in, I saw another breakthrough. She was pushing herself longer distances. Going to the gym and running on her own. She was really becoming proud of what SHE was doing. And she craved more. 

She asked me to schedule a 10K together on the week of our one year anniversary – of our first running date. Since I was sidelined with injury, we met at the gym at 5:15 am this morning and she ran alongside me while I walked.  We outlasted everyone at the gym.  She did that.  The treadmill stopped because she hit the time limit and she had to switch machines.  She did that. I saw another breakthrough this morning.  Tears welling up around mile 5.5 and then more emotions as she approached mile 6. She realized that she could do that.  She did that.  Doubt was gone. And she is capable of even more.  Because she chose to make herself a priority – and feel good about herself again.

I’m so happy that this neighbor became a client and then a close friend. Over the past year we have run together about sixty times. That’s a lot of miles and catching up and sharing.

When you think you don’t have enough time. Don’t have the energy. Don’t have the support. Think again.  It’s there – you just need to find it and commit. You have it! Look around. Support is all around you.  It could be right next door. But you won’t know if you don’t look.

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Living Your Best Life Series | Starts Dec 31

Are you wanting a more balanced and organized life? Do you find you’re wanting more time for yourself and your passions? Would you like to get active and live a healthy lifestyle? I want to help you get more out of life.

I’m currently enrolling clients for the winter session of my popular series, LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE. This twelve week transformation series will run December 31 through March 24. All sessions are private and customized to each client. The 2017 sessions transformed so many women and mothers (and a dad!) in three short months, as they developed new habits and routines at home and made time for themselves. Availability is limited to only five women.

Investment in yourself: $199

Register by sending me commenting, sending me a private message or emailing runningdivamom@yahoo.com.


What you’ll receive:
- Weekly accountability check-ins and support for twelve weeks
- Private weekly weigh-ins (optional)
- Three private accountability sessions (one hour each)
- Twelve week wellness calendar designed around your life to work on your health, wellness and personal lifestyle goals (each client will complete a survey)


What we will work on together:
- How to say “no” and give up unnecessary commitments
- Allowing yourself to say “yes” to the things that bring joy into your life
- Clearing clutter and getting your life, home and schedule organized
- Making time for yourself and your passions
- Pursuing an active and healthy lifestyle
- Meal planning for your family

Monday, November 6, 2017

Women Winter Warriors | Starts Dec 1

WOMEN WINTER WARRIORS
December 1-March 31
Investment in yourself: $99

Hey ladies! Need some motivation to stay on track with your running this winter? Whether you are bundling up and running outdoors or lacing up at the gym, I would love to help you achieve your running goals over the next several months. You will receive weekly accountability from your running coach and daily accountability from other participants of the group.

- Program runs December 1 through March 31.
- Four month custom training program designed for each runner
- Weekly private check-ins from Running Diva Mom as your running coach
- Daily motivation and support from a private accountability group with other women winter warriors
Message me at runningdivamom@yahoo.com for the custom training program survey to get started!


Step + Water Challenge with Running Diva Mom | Starts Nov 25


Step + Water Challenge with Running Diva Mom
November 25-December 16
Investment in yourself: $30


Register



The Step + Water challenge will motivate participants to move their body more and drink more water daily during the holiday season. This virtual accountability group is completed on your own, with the guidance of your coach and the support of the online group/community. This group will NOT include weekly private weigh-ins.

Participants will receive:

- Three week calendar with an introductory running or walking program and wellness challenges to be completed on your own. No experience necessary.
- Daily motivation to move 10,000 steps (or personal goal)
- Daily motivation to consume 70 oz water (or personal goal)
 - Gain additional accountability by sharing your daily step count and water intake with the group
- Daily group fitness check-ins, weightloss & nutrition tips and motivation from your coach
- Private Facebook group for motivation from other participants and your coach


Participant will receive one point daily for sharing their daily step count and an additional point for sharing their daily water intake.  Participant with the most points will receive a FREE ENTRY into the January online accountability group.

If you would like to avoid the Eventbrite fee, please email me at runningdivamom@yahoo.com to pay by cash or check.

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Maintain Don't Gain | Women Working on Wellness | Starts Dec 6

 
MAINTAIN DON'T GAIN EDITION
Women Working on Wellness | Fitness & Weightloss Accountability Group with Running Diva Mom

Run, Walk and Run/Walk training options available!
December 6-27
Investment in yourself:  
ONLINE ONLY: $30 (virtual accountability only)
STUDIO + ONLINE: $80 (four studio group sessions + virtual accountability group)

Now offering STUDIO sessions!  Studio sessions will include the monthly virtual accountability, plus participants will have weekly weigh-ins at the Running Diva Mom Studio, followed by a group outdoor walk and discussion.  Group meetings are on Wednesday evenings at 6:00-7:00 pm.  December 6, 13, 20, 27. Studio sessions are limited to ten participants.
Register
Participants will receive:
- Three week calendar with an introductory running or walking program and wellness challenges to be completed on your own
- Personalized daily step goals
- Weekly private individual weigh-ins virtually with your coach
- Gain additional accountability by sharing your daily step count and food log with the group (optional)
- Daily group fitness check-ins, weightloss & nutrition tips and motivation from your coach
- Private Facebook group for motivation from other participants and your coach

Participant with the highest percentage of weightloss will receive a FREE ENTRY into the January online accountability group.
Studio session members should bring a check to our first session on December 6.  Please email me at runningdivamom@yahoo.com to reserve your spot.
If you would like to avoid the Eventbrite fee, please email me at runningdivamom@yahoo.com to pay by cash or check.
 
 
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/december-women-working-on-wellness-maintain-dont-gain-group-tickets-39394577241