Category: moving forward

knee pain, moving forward, Novo Renew, real life adventures, running

TBT

Movin' it with Michelle

My #tbt goes back to 2013 when I crushed my goals for my second marathon. My first marathon was in 2012 and my knee gave up at mile 17 but I didn’t quit…I finished in 5:23. One year later and a lot of determination landed me with my current marathon PR of 4:25, and I even negative split the race meaning I ran the second half faster than the first half. It was one of my proudest moments and this picture captures the sheer happiness running brings to my life. (And I still wear that exact same visor…LOL! I’m surprised it hasn’t fallen apart!)

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Thanks to Novo Renew I have hopes that one day I just may run another full marathon!!! Check HERE to learn more and use my code Michelle25 at check out to save.

Have you ever ran a full marathon? Do you have aching/sore joints and muscles? Remember, these supplements aren’t just for runners!!!

Cheers,

Michelle

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I’m a believer!!!

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Yup it was a little windy for this one!!! Almost 20 mph winds weren’t going to stop me. Those of you that have followed me for a while know that I never do run streaks or run two days in a row. But my knees have felt so good from taking Novo Renew that I thought I’d give it a try since I know my schedule won’t permit a run tomorrow. Well, would you look at those splits!?! And that’s the fastest mile I’ve ran in years!!! If you’re interested in happy joints and muscle recovery click THIS LINK and use Michelle25 at check out to save. I’m a believer!!!

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What is your fastest mile? Mine was in the 7’s back in my younger days, but haven’t seen those numbers in decades. I am please when I can stay in the low 9’s/high 8’s.

Cheers!

Michelle

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Tuesday Triumphs and talks

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I tell ya what…I was a little nervous about tonight’s run. It was a sunny 80 degree evening and I’d eaten dinner just 30 minutes before heading out. The first mile my legs were pretty heavy but then magic happened and I felt great. The heat and sun made it harder but I wouldn’t have traded a single mile. I also hit my fastest mile this year of 9:32!! Two months ago I never would’ve thought I could run like this again. I definitely give a lot of credit to Novorenew for this. My joints have never felt better and my recovery time is cut in half. Click HERE and use Michelle25 to save 25% off of your order.

 

I even managed to negative split my run, and had a car not flown past me that last .1 was at 8:55!! Keep in mind my short runs from back in 2015 were always 9:00-9:30 so this is a huge victory. I finally am starting to feel like my old self again, and I am so thankful for Novo Renew and its amazing all natural effects its given me not only for joint relief but quicker recovery. Click the links above if you are interested.

Why do you run? What’s your favorite distance? Happy Tuesday!

Cheers,

Michelle

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Calling all Movers

Movin' it with Michelle

Hey guys!! Hello from sunny Florida. I just wanted to reach out and let you all know I’ve become an Ambassador for an amazing all natural company called Novo Renew. They make amazing supplements that consist of 8 different all natural ingredients that help aid in joint and muscle health and recovery. Since taking it I’ve noticed a huge difference in my knees, shoulder and muscle soreness and I’ve not taken a dose of ibuprofen since taking it which I know makes my liver happy. If you’re interested please check out http://www.novorenew.com/Michelle25 and use my discount code Michelle25 to save 25% off. No pressure and there’s a 30 day money back guarantee. Check out the site to learn more! Happy running guys.

Cheers,

Michelle

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Happy Thursday!

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I’m pleased to report that I’m still feeling great after my full effort 5k yesterday, and I give thanks to @novorenew for it!!! My joints have never felt better and I’ve not had to take ibuprofen in over a month. Check it out on http://www.novorenew.com/Michelle25 and use my code Michelle25 at check out to save. Tonight I did my plank, 50 crunches and 30 leg lifts (yup, in my jammies) to finish out the night. How was your day?

Are you a planker? What do you take for joint/pain relief? Interested in all natural supplements? Holler at me!

Cheers,

Michelle

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Pi day miles

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Woohoo it’s Friday eve! Thank goodness because my patience is wearing a little thin this week. My goal was to get 3.14 miles in for “Pi day” or is it “Pie” day? LOL, I have heard discussions of both on the talk show listen to on my way home, so I suppose why not celebrate both?!?

Unfortunately the temps got the best of me, and I was trying to push my speed a little since my knees are feeling so great since taking Novo Renew (<–check out the link). I ran the first mile in around 10:30 and the second mile in 10:14 (mind you it was a real feel of 88 degrees outside) and I could feel the sun beating down on me and decided I would cut it short by a mile. Let me tell you what, my knees really didn’t hurt at all. Sure, a little wiggle here and there, but heck I’ve been running for 30 years so that’s expected!

 

How was your day? Did you celebrate with Pie, or some Pi miles? Interested in learning more about an all natural way for pain relief in your knees/joints? Click HERE!!

 

Cheers!

Michelle

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Are you interested in all natural pain relief???

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I’m so happy to report my Dad, who’s had knee and hip replacements has been taking Novo Renew is now aspirin and ibuprofen free!! If you’re interested in an all natural alternative please go to Novorenew.com/Michelle25 and use code Michelle25 at check out to save 25%. I promise you won’t be sorry.

What do you take for pain relief? Interested in something all natural?

Cheers!

Michelle

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Weekend wrap and more!

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Gosh I’ve been so busy I’ve not had time to write, or read many posts over the last several days. My weekend was cram packed full of fun which always makes for good memories.

My friend that took me in when I moved here (one of my dearest Air Force friends whom I love dearly) got tickets for me and herself along with her Mom and sister to see Blake Shelton. She surprised me back in January for my birthday gift and we had a complete blast. She believes in making memories for gifts vs. buying an actual gift which I completely love. She and I headed down to down town Tampa and had dinner at Sparkman’s Warf. It’s a new outdoor food court for lack of better description but that has yummy “elevated” food. After dinner we met her Mom and sister at the concert and we had such a great evening. Here are a few photos:

 

Saturday my daughter had her “belt promotion” ceremony for Jujitsu and Muay Tai, and wouldn’t you have it, who got promoted to yellow belt after just four months of training? Yup, that’s my girl. It’s so amazing to watch her train. She simply glows, and has gained so much confidence. I LOVE it.

 

Sunday was a much needed retreat to the beach for the day. We relaxed in the sun, and although the water was too cold for my liking, my husband and daughter had a blast playing around in the water while I napped and searched for seashells (not at the same time, LOL).

 

Today I have vowed to get back into routine workouts. I have both a core (SworkIt) app and a Yoga app so I have no excuse. Tonight I did a 10 minute core workout and an 8 minute Yoga workout after work, and it felt great. I am also shooting for at least 2 runs per week.  My goal is a minimum of 3-4 workouts each week.

I’m also happy to report that my back and knees are singing since taking Novo Renew.

(<—Affiliate link) I have even noticed a difference in the smoothness of my skin due to the collagen component of this amazing supplement. I hope you will all give this a try, and make sure to use Michelle25 at check out to save 25% off of your order. There is a 30 day money back guarantee, so I urge you to give it a try for your ailments. My joints, knees, and shoulders as well as my neck have felt tremendously better.

How was your weekend? Is the weather getting any better where you live? Have you considered trying an all natural alternative to NSAIDs?

Cheers!
Michelle

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Hey, guess what?!?!?

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I was nominated by Becky over at Strike outs and Sprinkles for the Versatile Blogger award and I couldn’t be more thrilled. Thanks, Becky!!!!

Award Rules:
Thank the person who nominated you.
Link to the blog of the person who nominated you.
Share 7 facts about yourself.
Nominate 15 more bloggers for the Versatile Blogger Award.

Seven facts about me:

  1. I was born over 2 months prematurely. My due date was in March sometime, and I was born January 17th. I was only 2 lbs, and was a born fighter, and still am to this day.
  2. I can’t stand water in my ears after showering. I HAVE to gently clean the water out with Q-tips.
  3. My dream jobs include Air Traffic Controller (tried while I was in the Air Force but couldn’t pass the depth perception tests as I had to have muscle transplants in my eyes due to being so small-refer to number one), Chef, writer, or professional beach goer…but since that didn’t work out, I do those things as hobbies.
  4. I was once struck by lightening…well, the bolt hit about 6 inches from my leg, and I “bolted (see what I did there LOL)” straight up into bed. The current traveled through my BOOM box (aged myself there) speaker, shot the cassette tape across the room, through the other detached speaker and blew the cord right out of the socket. Insurance adjuster advised we go to church…straight to church, and thank God immediately that I was still alive.
  5. I can only drink coffee if its doctored up with cream, sugar, and syrups. So basically I don’t drink coffee. I have on small cup of green tea each morning and that’s all the caffeine I have all day.
  6. I tried out for (without success) for the TV show “Master Chef” back in 2014 and it was the (read about it here) probably one of the coolest and bravest things I’ve done second to joining the Air Force as a 17 year old (left for basic as an 18 year old 3 1/2 weeks after high school graduation) and relocating my entire family a year and a half ago to Florida simply because we wanted a better quality of life. Wait, that was two additional facts, LOL. OOPS.
  7. There are very few foods I don’t like. But the list is quite specific: Lima beans, water chestnuts, raw coconut and bananas. Why? TEXTURE!!!

My Nominations!!!

  1. ChocolaterunsJudy
  2. Second Runnings
  3. Darlin’Rae
  4. Runwithnoregrets
  5. ConfusingMiddle
  6. A Petite Slice of life
  7. Running the Race
  8. Confessions of a mother runner
  9. Cindy Knoke
  10. Pipers Run
  11. Slacker Runner
  12. Deb Runs
  13. Its me Saraa
  14. Marcia’s Healthy slice
  15. I didn’t have my glasses on

 

I hope you enjoy these wonderful blogs!!! Most of these I have followed for quite some time, but a few are new ones that I’ve grown to love! Also, I hope the nominees have time to play along! 🙂

Cheers!

Michelle