Trying something a little different today ... go with me, merkay 😀 First, I signed up for a virtual run. It's a half marathon @trotforturkey 🦃 🏃♀️ It's ridiculous how much I am looking forward to that medal 🏅 Second, does anyone else have my hair struggle? Now that I am wearing hats and turtle necks with my neck gaiter, the back of my hair is one giant mat of hair. Is it just my low hairline? Sometimes, I just pull it up in a bun and keep on trucking with tangled hair. No same in that game. Does this happen to you? If so, how do you cut down on the matting? 👩🎤 Third, I'm sharing a graphic. I NEVER share graphics on my feed ... I'm changing that. You may not know, I am a graphic designer. I've been itching to combine that with my passion for fitness. I've made up 4 color options, swipe through to see. Feel free to grab these graphics and run in your stories or feeds. If you tag me, I'll repost to my stories. Do NOT feel obligated though. Use them and enjoy 😀 I'll do these once or twice a month. What's your favorite running or fitness quote? I'm taking requests 👇 #runhappy #happyrunner #runningmeme #runchat #werunsocial #workout #workoutmemes #trackmemes #runnerhair #runningfun #run4fun #runninglifestyle #chicagorunner #womensrunning #runnerscommunity #lovetorun #runforlife #runnershigh #runnerslife #wearetherunners #trusttheprocess #beatyesterday #runningmotivation 
Hello winter running...there you are 🥶 I'm not complaining. I LOVE running in the cold. Save these tips if you find yourself struggling to get out the door: 👉🏼 Layer up. A good base layer and a wind breaking jacket will go a LONG way to keeping you going in the cold. 👉🏼 Rethink your shoes. In the winter, I run in shoes with Gore-Tex uppers. The less mesh the better. Dry feet = Happy feet. 👉🏼 Dress like it's 20 degrees warmer. Yes, that first step out the door is cold BUT that's a good thing. If you are warm first thing, you are overdressed. You'll warm up once your body gets going. 👉🏼 Warm up before you head outside. Anything to get the blood flowing is the goal. Planks, run up and down the stairs. Just get moving. 👉🏼 Check the wind. If it's windy, make sure you end with the wind at your back. 👉🏼 Change out of your running clothes after you run. If you're driving to your run, pack dry clothes. I am never colder than right after I run. 👉🏼 Reward yourself. Sometimes that cup of coffee after my run is the only thing that keeps me going. Find what works for you. Maybe a big brunch with friends. What gets you out the door on a cold winter day? ❄️ #freshair #positivevibes #positivity #powerofpositivity #sunshine #healthylifestyle #fit #fitfam #exercise #motivateyourself #runchi #winterrunningtips #runtips #winterrunning #runinwinter @runnersathletics #runnersathletics 
Hope. I had no idea how powerful that feeling is. 🎉 We danced in the streets in Chicago ✨. They danced in New York ✨, in Los Angeles ✨, in San Francisco ✨... I saw dancing in cities all over the world. 💃 @JoeBiden running to the podium to give his speech. ALL the feels 🏃🏼♂️ We elected THE FIRST FEMALE Vice President! "While I may be the first girl in office, I will not be the last." ~@KamalaHarris 👏🏼 Three cheers to TRUTH & KINDNESS 🙌🏼 #lovewins #happytimes #positivevibes #positiveenergy #changeishere #peoplehavethepower #wethepeople #feelingpositive #standtogether #lovewins #hope #peace #positivity #chicagolove #timeoutchicago #chicagostrong 
I've got nerves...they're multiplying 😱 I don't ever remember a time like this. Stay strong. Stay safe. I think I have enough tiny candy to get me through this 🍭 How are you getting through the next few days? #runner #running #girlswhorun #marathoner #worlderunners #health #motivation #runners #running #runningmotivation #runhappy #chicagorunner #motherrunner #irunchicago #werunsocial #runlikeamother #runlikeagirl 
I LOVE a good running costume 💀 This was last year's @f3eventschicago Halloween Half Marathon 🏃♀️ It amazes me what people run in 🤣 This particular race was SUPER windy 💨 and I felt so bad for all the runners who showed up with long capes. I have NO idea how they managed 13.2 miles in a cape! Give me some good costume ideas for next year. What should I be? #runningcostume #costume #cosplay #cosplayrunner #werunsocial #runlikeamother #runlikeagirl #inspiringwomenrunners #momsthatrun #runninglove #runninginspiration #runningmakesmehappy #runninglifestyle #runmotivation #love2run #motherrunner #instagramrunner @goldsheepclothing #goldsheepclothing #chicagohalfmarathon 
Fall doesn't last long in Chicago...but it sure is worth the wait. 🍁 How are you taking care of yourself this week? 🍂 #timeoutchicago @timeoutchicago #seemycity #theprettycities #thebean #chicagoig #instachicago #chicagohome #chicagobean #visitchicago #choosechicago #chicagoshots #cloudgate #seenonmyrun #runchicago #chicagorunner #fallinchicago #chicagotravel #millenniumpark #thebeanchicago #grantpark #fallinthecity 
Friends, we are in Endgame. Bear with me while I geek out on a Marvel metaphor. THIS is THE moment. Thanos came through the portal and destroyed everything. He's beating the crap out of Captain America. The shield has shattered. 🛡 ALL of his minions are lined up to destroy everything. Captain America gets up, tightens his straps and gets ready to fight ALONE. Then he hears "On your left." The portals open up and EVERYONE shows up to fight. 🇺🇸 Friends...the portals ARE OPEN. Stand up and fight for this country. Fight for truth and kindness. Fight for the country you want your children AND your grandchildren to live in. I voted Friday. 🗳 For the first time EVER in Chicago, I stood in a line. There has NEVER been a line to vote for me in Lincoln Park. It feels like I have been waiting YEARS for someone to hand me the ballot. 🗳 Go get your ballot friends. Vote like your life depends on it...BECAUSE IT DOES. . . . . #thisviewtho #thisview #chicago #360chicago #chicagoview #visitchicago #explore #explorechicago #illinois #visitillinois #chicagoskyline #welovechicago #chiarchitecture #timeoutchicago #cruisechicago @timeoutchicago #timeoutchicago #truthandkindness 
"Feel like changing things up?" Um...do I ever say no to that question? 😂 AND now I'm rocking purple and pink hair 🦄 When was the last time you changed things up? 🦄 🦄 🦄 🦄 #salon1800 #chicagosalon #chicagohair #haircolor #balayage #fallhair #hairgoals #hairinspo #longhair #unicornhair @illcutyou010 @salon1800 #runners #running #runningmotivation #runhappy #runhappy #runstrong #runnerlife