I hope you’re all ready for 2014 because it’s comin’ for ya in a couple of days!
Where has the year gone?! I’ve got no clue, I just roll with it 😉 We were able to celebrate this weekend with a nice dinner out with friends as we reflect upon the year and prepare for 2014!
Where has the year gone?! I’ve got no clue, I just roll with it 😉 We were able to celebrate this weekend with a nice dinner out with friends as we reflect upon the year and prepare for 2014!
A Fun-Fancy-Ish dinner included a wine list on a Kindle! How cool?!
Yea, I’ll get dressed up now and again – but spandex ARE my go-to 😉
Sunday morning I made sure to recovery from the 12 miles I did Saturday (and the wine I had Saturday night) with a trip to the gym for a 5k run and corework with G!
This LAST WEEK OF 2013 ends with a BANG and a BUN! This week’s Monday’s Motivation comes from an adorable runner-blend of mine, Ashley from the Running Bun! She’s had plenty of experience with half marathons, marathons, and road races in general – but also believes in having FUN with them. She’s newly married and expecting a BABY BUN in the oven – I’m so happy for her, check out a little more about her here as we bring Monday’s Motivation (for 2013 anyway) to a close!
Name: Ashley Byron
Blog: http://runningbun.com
What is your favorite way to workout/exercise: Running, Refine Method and although I haven’t done it in a long time, I LOVE boxing.
What is your #1 cheat food: BURRITOS
AND beer?? 😉 BEFORE and AFTER baby BUN of course
What advice do you have for those starting on a fitness journey: Find a workout that you actually enjoy. You’ll want to go and it won’t feel like work.
Dream destination race/location: A marathon in Australia.
Favorite inspirational fitness personality/trainer: I don’t have one. I am much more inspired by a group workout with friends than a celebrity fitness trainer.
Workout apparel must have (+brand): Mizuno shoes, oiselle shorts/tops. Still looking for a perfect sports bra for my new preggo boobs 🙂
Motivational motto/quote: “I’m doing this for me!”
Social Media – connect!
Twitter: http://twitter.com/runningbun
Instagram: http://instagram.
Facebook: http://facebook.com/
Pinterest: http://pinterest.
Let’s show Ashley some MAMA-TO-BE love!!
I’m still continuing Monday’s Motivation into 2014!
Interested in being featured? Email me at katrinaellep@gmail.com!
I’m still continuing Monday’s Motivation into 2014!
Interested in being featured? Email me at katrinaellep@gmail.com!
How are you continuing 2014 with MOTIVATION?
Have you taken my 2013 Blog Survey?? I LOVE Feedback!
I’ve also been nominated for a pretty stellar WEGO Health award- You can help me get there with an Endorsement HERE!
I’ve also been nominated for a pretty stellar WEGO Health award- You can help me get there with an Endorsement HERE!

Im TUCKING MY HEAD DOWN and PUSHHHHING FORWARD!!!
Trudging along!
You looked fabulous for your dinner date! Looking forward to 2014 with a very big goal!.
Thank you!
you know, you look fab! and of course i am nominating you for the Wego! CHEERS!
Thanks girlie!
Setting new goals. It’s all about the goals!
Amen!
I’m all about smaller goals this year. Last year I set out to conquer all of the things and burnt out quickly. This year, in order to reach bigger goals, I’m setting smaller ones and reevaluating as I succeed.
Right on Sarah!
I haven’t even thought about 2014 past dopey weekend, I just need to get through that first!
Haha I can only imagine!
I love the quote “I’m doing this for me!” as well!
I have smaller goals this year, but it still includes 14 races. Longest distance this year will be 13.1. Not ready to take on another 26.2 yet.
I like the survey. I will have to sit down and put my answers together.
Happy New Year!
I love her quote!! You’re rockin’ the workouts, Kat!
Way to get that 12 miles girl! And….Running Bun is the bestest, love her! 🙂
Congrats on a successful 2013! You’ve accomplished a lot this year. And I love Ashley! 🙂
wow a 5k after 12 miles?! you are amazing!! Also, Ashley is super cute and motivating, congrats on her pregnancy!!
Happy New Year Kat! And I love Ashley’s idea of a race in Australia! Fun!
Love Ashley and love seeing her here!!
You look wonderful dressed up or working out! 🙂 Always love seeing who you will feature! 🙂
I am pushing for a better 2014! 🙂
I am trying to find a way to refocus for 2014.
Trying to find the motivation.
Thanks for introducing http://www.runningbun.com. It seems both of us have a few things in common – runners, pregnant and expecting girls pretty much at the same time 🙂
I’m ready for 2014! Is it ready for me??? 🙂
Work hard, play hard, right? 😉 It’s always nice to get dressed up and go out! Happy New Year, friend–can’t wait to see what big things you accomplish in 2014!
i love seeing everyone dressed up in Non Workout clothes! Happy New Year!