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HUGE Announcement..I’m talking HUGE!!

August 29, 2015 43 Comments

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Oh man! So if you’ve been around here for any amount of time, you know I LOVE firsts. I feel like as adults that’s one thing we don’t get enough of anymore. It’s that feeling that keeps me going. This blog, the one that started out as an “online letter” to my grandmother (we call her nana and you can too) was one of those adult firsts (read my first ever post here). If you don’t know, this whole thing was her idea. When I got pregnant with my first child, it was her idea to blog it so she could see pictures of my ever growing belly.

Somewhere between then and now, I tapped into this incredible world of runners, moms, dads, and supporters. You’ve helped me through so much: the birth of two kids, my dad’s unexpected passing a couple years ago and a scary career change that has landed me back on the road far too much.

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It’s this blog and this community that has continued to humble me with a series of firsts I never thought I would have. Starting WAY back in 2012 with Hood to Coast, to a series of Rock ‘n’ Roll Races, to the largest 10K in the world, speaking at conferences and now the next first…

It came up suddenly (like Thursday night) and with just a little time to think it through, I decided it was an experience I couldn’t miss. It won’t be my first but it might as well be; you see, I will be running the NEW YORK MARATHON as part of Team Asics!!!! It’s been almost 10 years, WAY before this blog that I ran my first and only marathon. It wasn’t a pleasant experience but I was a much less experienced runner then and feel much better equipped to tackle this bucket list race.

Asics invited me to be part of the team with these other amazing bloggers:

  • GingerRunner
  • Sharp Endurance
  • Running, Loving, Living
  • Runner Unleashed
  • Me (Make sure to subscribe to the blog to get the latest and greatest training updates)

Over the course of the next 8 weeks (yes, you read that right. I only have 8 weeks to prepare) I’ll be taking the guidance of Asic’s team Coach Kastor and sharing all the experiences with you through Asics’ web series. You’ll get the inside view of my training, my challenges, my little victories and hopefully, the ultimate victory…crossing the finish line in New York just six days before my 36th birthday.

To say I’m scared is an understatement. September is full of travel (3 weeks in a row) so I’ll be doing a lot of this training on the road (oh joy). You know I’ll be honest, I’m not going to sugar coat it and I’m going to need you guys to help keep me on the right path.

You can follow along on all the training fun of the entire team by following us. We will be using the hashtag #AsicsNYCM. Anytime you see that hashtag, please send words of encouragement and if you want to come to STL to run with me, PLEASE!!!

So let’s get this abbreviated training schedule off on a good foot but before we do, I want to thank Asics for believing in me.  I most DEFINITELY do NOT want to let them (or me or you) down.

Meet #TeamAsicsNYCM and get ready to follow their journey! #MotherRunner #Runchat @AsicsAmerica

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Let me have them…what are your best marathon tips, tricks, or memories. Send me your happy marathon vibes!!!!

 

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Comments

  1. Debbie @ Coach debbie runs says

    August 30, 2015 at 7:05 am

    Congrats! That will be very exciting for you. My only advice would be to be careful about trying to jump up the mileage too quickly because of the short training period. Just do what you can, have fun, and enjoy the experience.

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  2. Erin says

    August 30, 2015 at 7:57 am

    Congrats! I am training for the Chicago Marathon in October but New York is definitely on my bucket list! You will do great! I am coming off of a week of shortened/missed runs due to life (work, kids, everything) and was feeling completely burnt out on running. After reading this, I can’t wait to run tomorrow morning, you are definitely an inspiration!

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  3. Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner says

    August 30, 2015 at 8:45 am

    That is so exciting congrats! Can’t wait to follow along and read about it
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:48 pm

      Thanks Deborah!

      Reply
  4. Marlon @meinthebalance says

    August 30, 2015 at 9:07 am

    Wow! Congrats!
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:47 pm

      Thanks Marlon!

      Reply
  5. Carly @ Fine Fit Day says

    August 30, 2015 at 9:45 am

    Congrats!!! That’s such amazing news! You are going to love running NYC!
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:47 pm

      thank you carly!

      Reply
  6. Melody says

    August 30, 2015 at 9:54 am

    Yay! Congrats! That’s so exciting and such a great opportunity!! Can’t wait to read your training updates
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:47 pm

      Thanks Melody! I’ll keep you posted!

      Reply
  7. Cassandra @ Powered By BLING says

    August 30, 2015 at 9:58 am

    Congratulations!!! That’s so exciting. ibthink my heart skipped a beat when I read just a few short weeks to train. I’m scared out of my mind and excited all at the same time and I’m not even the one doing the race. Good thing the #TeamASICS coach will be there to keep you on your training. I’ can’t wait to read about you adventures training on the road!!
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:46 pm

      🙂 Thanks Cassandra! You are absolutely right!

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  8. Alyssa says

    August 30, 2015 at 11:33 am

    Wow! Congrats! This is such exciting news! I can’t wait to follow your journey and cheer you on in spirit in Oct! You’re going to do awesome!

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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:45 pm

      Thank you for the vote of confidence Alyssa!

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  9. Natalie says

    August 30, 2015 at 12:30 pm

    Katie – I gave you a big shout out yesterday on Periscope!!! I am so, so excited for you! You can DO IT!!
    I will be cheering for you!! CONGRATULATIONS on such a fun, awesome opportunity! I will be in NYC for the marathon and will be cheering for you and the whole team. Can’t wait to follow along. And is that Coach Kastor, as in Deena’s hubby?
    SO FUN!!!
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:44 pm

      Thank you Nat!! Yes ma’am!

      Reply
  10. Linz from Sharp Endurance says

    August 30, 2015 at 1:32 pm

    I LOVE THIS! So excited to be able to be along on this journey with you! NYC isn’t ready for all this awesome!
    Linz from Sharp Endurance recently posted…TCS NYC Marathon Blogger Challenge with ASICSMy Profile

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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:44 pm

      It’s gonna be EPIC!

      Reply
  11. Bain says

    August 30, 2015 at 2:27 pm

    Congratulations!! This is super awesome!

    I’m glad you’re going to be running with some awesome peeps, and how sweet to get Coach Kastor’s advice–which I hope you will share with us, since some of us really, really need it!

    Hooray!
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:43 pm

      I definitely will!

      Reply
  12. Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes says

    August 30, 2015 at 3:20 pm

    So exciting!! Congrats!!
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:43 pm

      Thank you Sue

      Reply
  13. Abby @ BackAtSquareZero says

    August 30, 2015 at 3:52 pm

    Amazing. I tried to get in the lottery, but was a reject.
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:42 pm

      ha! Me too. 🙂

      Reply
  14. Lisa @ RunWiki says

    August 30, 2015 at 5:08 pm

    SO happy for you Katie! I think it’s safe to say that opportunities like this are a fitness bloggers dream come true. I will be virtually cheering you on as you make your journey across the finish line! Congratulations!!
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:42 pm

      Thanks Lisa! You are so right!

      Reply
  15. AmyC says

    August 30, 2015 at 5:38 pm

    So awesome! I can see why you couldn’t say no!
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:42 pm

      Right Amy?! 🙂 We’ll see how this goes!

      Reply
  16. Lucie Palka says

    August 30, 2015 at 7:54 pm

    Congratulations! That’s an amazing opportunity! You’ll do great I’m sure!

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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:41 pm

      Thanks Lucie! I’m going to give it my best shot!

      Reply
  17. Elle says

    August 30, 2015 at 9:04 pm

    Wow! That is fabulous! So very happy for you.
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:41 pm

      thank you Elle!

      Reply
  18. rachel says

    August 31, 2015 at 8:36 am

    So exciting! SO QUICK. SO fun!! I look forward to following yoru training and NYC experience! 🙂
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:40 pm

      Thanks Rachel! I know you’ll be a huge supporter

      Reply
  19. Chrissy @ Snacking in Sneakers says

    August 31, 2015 at 8:44 am

    Congratulations!! This sounds like a fabulous opportunity. 8 weeks would make me so nervous too but I’m sure you will do awesome, especially under asics guidance!
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:40 pm

      Thanks. I’m definitely looking forward to training under Coach Kastor

      Reply
  20. Pamela Hernandez says

    August 31, 2015 at 11:36 am

    Congrats!
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    • Katie McFarland says

      August 31, 2015 at 6:40 pm

      Thank you Pamela

      Reply
  21. Lauren says

    August 31, 2015 at 9:35 pm

    Congrats! This is crazy exciting for you!

    Reply
  22. Cynthia @ You Signed Up For WHAT?! says

    September 2, 2015 at 9:53 am

    So excited for you!!! Can’t wait to follow along.
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