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Looking Ahead 2013

January 2, 2013 24 Comments

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I’ve seen a lot of great posts about 2012 and 2013. 

Lindsay Cotter talked about what word describes her New Year. 
Christine talked about 2012 and her goals.  She talked about how 2012 was all about acceptance. 

I’ve read post after post and they are all so inspiring and motivational.  Everyone is geared up and ready to get 2013 started. 

So naturally I started thinking about 2012 and 2013 and to be honest, 2012 was a tough year.  There were definitely highlights (i.e. Hood to Coast, Pregnancy Announcement, Hawaii, Florida) but with them came just as many challenges (i.e. My Dad’s passing, E’s surgery). 

If I think about 2012, one word comes to mind…Persevere.  It was a year filled with adversity and challenges and through it all I had family and friends to thank for the support that helped make it through. 

When I look at 2013, it’s going to be a good year filled with challenge, hopefully reward and a bigger family. 

My 2013 goals include:

1. Have a baby
2. Finish Grad School
3. Be the best Co-Chair for Celebrate Fitness I can be
4. Run at least 5 races (one already registered for)
5. Lose all the baby weight
6. Spend more time studying Nutrition
7. Work Harder

I know, they aren’t exactly exciting and groundbreaking but 2013, for me, is going to be about finishing things I’ve started. 

So I’m going to say my phrase for 2013 is “Bear Down”.  I’m going to be giving myself constant pep talks and I’ll be using you all as motivation and inspiration and I hope that I can provide a little motivation for you too. 

Here’s to a good 2013.  What’s on your 2013 bucketlist?

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Comments

  1. cecilia says

    January 2, 2013 at 3:44 am

    I blogged about my goals today. I think my biggest goal is to run 1000 miles. I think I can do it! Good luck meeting all of your goals!

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    • Katie McFarland says

      January 2, 2013 at 7:14 pm

      That’s an awesome goal and I know you can do it! I’ll be following you every mile.

      Reply
  2. Christine says

    January 2, 2013 at 5:26 am

    You know, one reason I love reading these posts is seeing how everyone approaches the end of the year and beginning of the new year in a different way. Everyone takes their own approach to figure out how to reflect and set goals/move forward in the new year. I love your goals and have no doubt that you will have an amazing year, especially with the new addition to the family. Happy New Year my friend!

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    • Katie McFarland says

      January 2, 2013 at 7:16 pm

      Thank you Christine! Your support means a lot to me.

      Reply
  3. Elena Sonnino says

    January 2, 2013 at 5:28 am

    I have been thinking about my 2013 goals a lot –and am still working on making them concrete. I know that I want to run a pr at the nike womens half, and I would like to run a marathon in the fall, and come in under 5 hours.

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    • Katie McFarland says

      January 2, 2013 at 7:16 pm

      I’m so jealous you’re doing the Nike Women’s Half. Good for you! I can’t wait to see if you do another marathon. Yeah!

      Reply
  4. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    January 2, 2013 at 10:51 am

    Finishing what you started is always a good thing. I’ve got a few goals that I’m carrying over from 2012 too. I think “bear down” is a great goal especially when it comes time for baby girl’s delivery. 😉 Best of luck to you in 2013!!

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    • Katie McFarland says

      January 2, 2013 at 7:17 pm

      🙂 I hadn’t even thought about it but you’re right. I’ll be doing alot of “Bearing down” in April…like it or not.

      Reply
  5. Miz says

    January 2, 2013 at 11:55 am

    honestly I LOVE YOUR GOAL NUMBER ONE 🙂
    mine is to focus forward….and not keep looking back

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    • Katie McFarland says

      January 2, 2013 at 7:17 pm

      Thanks Miz! I’m pretty hopeful that I can accomplish that goal. 🙂 the rest are all second in comparison.

      Reply
  6. Amanda - RunToTheFinish says

    January 2, 2013 at 11:59 am

    I love it! I choose purpose for this year and I’m really excited to see where it takes me

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    • Katie McFarland says

      January 2, 2013 at 7:18 pm

      Purpose is a great word. I think of being focused and mindful.

      Reply
  7. Madeline @ Food Fitness and Family says

    January 2, 2013 at 12:30 pm

    Bear Down is my college’s motto 🙂 LOVE it. Haha.

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    • Katie McFarland says

      January 2, 2013 at 7:18 pm

      Oh really?! that’s funny.

      Reply
  8. *CaNdY FiT* says

    January 2, 2013 at 2:10 pm

    Right now…it’s to live in the moment 🙂

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    • Katie McFarland says

      January 2, 2013 at 7:18 pm

      Perfect!

      Reply
  9. runningchances says

    January 2, 2013 at 4:06 pm

    I think those are great goals and some pretty big life changing ones at that. My main goal is to run a sub 1:40 half marathon

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    • Katie McFarland says

      January 2, 2013 at 7:18 pm

      1:40 half sounds amazing! I hope to one day get a sub 2:00 hour. Maybe end of this year. We’ll see.

      Reply
  10. Michelle says

    January 2, 2013 at 4:11 pm

    Finishing what you start is a great goal for the new year!! At least you know that at least ONE of those things you will accomplish 🙂

    I love to set goals, but I find setting goals when pregnant somewhat difficult, so I’m going with the generic – I’m hoping to have a healthy pregnancy. Maybe I’ll set some new goals in May once this kid is here and I can finish 2013 out with a bang!

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    • Katie McFarland says

      January 2, 2013 at 7:19 pm

      Totally agree with the setting goals while pregnant thats why these are a little vague. I feel like I’m in a wait and see pattern.

      Reply
  11. Laura @ Mommy run fast says

    January 2, 2013 at 8:34 pm

    Those are perfect goals- they should be attainable, and yours are just right. Enough to work towards without being too overwhelming. Wishing you the best in 2013!

    Reply
  12. MCM Mama says

    January 2, 2013 at 9:34 pm

    My biggest goal is to not get injured LOL, which means training smart and listening to my body.

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  13. PavementRunner says

    January 3, 2013 at 8:22 pm

    Oh man, i was gonna do the same #1 on your list, but you beat me to it.

    That is the most important goal of all. Cheers to the wonderful (pink) addition.

    Reply
  14. Heather @ Better With Veggies says

    January 4, 2013 at 4:17 pm

    Hehe – I’m glad you took the one word and expanded on it like me! Great list of goals, it’s gonna be a great year!

    Reply

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