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Have you started thinking about 2012 yet? I set goals every year and this is a little earlier than usual, but after deciding I wanted to run 12 in 2012 (a half marathon every month) I realized it would take some planning. Since I'm a mom, wife and work full-time and taking into consideration the travel, expense, time, etc. I need to have a plan. In addition to 12 in 2012, I also want to run the Dirt Days Trail Series again, 1 marathon and 1 ultra. And if I can, a Tough Mudder or Warrior Dash type of run. Too much? Is it doable?
At this point the only definite goal is the 12 in 2012. The rest is what I'm considering as goals for next year. I'll decide for sure before January 1. In the meantime, this is how my 2012 race calendar looks as of right now.
January-
February-
March- 2012 Cincinnati Heart Mini Marathon; Dirt Days Trail Series 1
April- Gulf Coast Half Marathon; Dirt Days Trail Series 2
May- Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon; Dirt Days Trail Series 3
June- Dirt Days Trail Series 4
July- Dirt Days Trail Series 5
August- Little Miami Half Marathon; Dirt Days Trail Series 6
September- Air Force Marathon; Dirt Days Trail Series 7
October- Community Health Network Indianapolis Marathon; Dirt Days Trail Series 8
November- Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
December-
As you can see I still have a little planning to do.
"The task ahead of you is never greater than the strength within you." ~Unknown
Want to join me for 12 in 2012? Have you thought about what you would like to accomplish next year with health and fitness? Do you have a favorite half marathon? Or a half marathon that you want to run?
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You should do it. 12 5Ks in 2012 or 12-5-12! Join me :)
Posted by: jillconyers | September 30, 2011 at 04:49 PM
Cool! Love to have you join me. I'll need the company :) Maybe a goal of 12 races in 2012. That would give you the flexibility to run whatever race is available as you travel. Just a thought.
My idea is to run the 12 halfs, the dirt days series and 1 marathon and 1 ultra. Something may have to go but for now this is what is running through my mind (no pun intended LOL)
Posted by: jillconyers | September 30, 2011 at 04:52 PM
Hi Amy. Would it be more doable if your goal was 12 5ks or 12 races in 2012? There are always 5ks! Join me with your version of 12 in 12!
Posted by: jillconyers | September 30, 2011 at 04:54 PM
Hi Suzanne. My family lives in Pensacola. Let me know if you decide to register. Maybe we could meet.
Posted by: jillconyers | September 30, 2011 at 04:56 PM
Hi and welcome Christina. I love kickboxing. Now I'm curious to know more about Turbo Kick! I look forward reading your blog.
Posted by: jillconyers | September 30, 2011 at 04:57 PM
Hi Tina. I was hoping you would do this :)
I'll check dates and locations and see if this will work. Definitely interested in Jan and Feb. And I have Cleveland already on the list. Thanks!
1 wee from today Jennifer and I are leaving for Chicago!
Posted by: jillconyers | September 30, 2011 at 04:59 PM
Hi Lisa. I'm trying to keep travel too far to a minimum due to time and money. I've thought about a virtual race. It's not out of the question. Thanks.
Posted by: jillconyers | September 30, 2011 at 05:00 PM
Hi Claire. It's a lot but I think I can do it. Something may have to go before it's all decided.
Posted by: jillconyers | September 30, 2011 at 05:01 PM
Welcome to Fitness Friday! There are a lot of ways to stay fit. And what is pole fitness? Wonder if it's what I'm thinking? Off to check out our blog and find out :)
Posted by: jillconyers | September 30, 2011 at 05:02 PM
Hi Sara. You should definitely join me! It would be great.
Posted by: jillconyers | September 30, 2011 at 05:03 PM
You are so ambitious! Awesome! Go, YOU!!!!! 12 in 2012... I can't conceive of that :P Right now I'm thinking a 10K in March, a relay in April, a marathon in May and then nothing until August (hopefully another relay!) and maybe a half or 10K in the Fall and a 5K in the fall or winter. So that would be 6 :)
I really look forward to following your journey :)
Posted by: XLMIC | September 30, 2011 at 08:49 PM
Thank you! I hope it all works out that I can actually do it. Running is the easy part of such a challenge. It's the logistics of working 12 races into day to day life that's tough. I would love to do a relay! So far I haven't been able to find enough people that are willing to commit.
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike
Posted by: jillconyers | September 30, 2011 at 08:57 PM
Hi, I'm new! Great blog! Your goal rocks!!! You might think you have some planning left to do, but I think you're also way ahead of most other people's plans for races next year! The half I want to do the most is Napa to Sonoma (http://www.napa2sonoma.com/) - you run through vineyards and end up at a party at a winery!
Posted by: Beth | October 02, 2011 at 12:28 AM
Hi and welcome Beth! The Napa/Sonoma race was on my list to run when I lived in Cali. Beautiful area to run in! The planning is turning out to be part of the fun.
Thanks for joining Fitness Friday. Hope to see your link next week :)
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike
Posted by: jillconyers | October 02, 2011 at 04:21 AM
You are amazing woman! Great job and I love your dedication! Inspires me to start planning for 2012
Posted by: courtney | October 02, 2011 at 08:16 PM
I've got your March, August, and September races on my schedule, too! I've been a longtime reader but I don't think I've commented much. I'm Jene, in Cincinnati :)
Posted by: Jene | October 08, 2011 at 01:19 PM
Hi Jene. Nice to meet you. From Cincinnati, awesome!
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike
Posted by: jillconyers | October 11, 2011 at 04:50 AM
Okay Jill, you have inspired me. I am not as brave as you, but I will commit to running 12 races in 2012. I will put my race schedule on my blog soon and link up to you for the idea. Thanks!
Posted by: Hikermom | October 24, 2011 at 03:32 PM
Awesome! I may even have a sponsor for a small group of us. So excited. I'll be posting my schedule this Friday for Fitness Friday!
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike
Posted by: jillconyers | October 24, 2011 at 07:18 PM
fun challenge!!! i am planning to challenge myself to 12 half/full races for 2012 - either a half or full each month! nice to "meet" you! :)
Posted by: ashley | October 30, 2011 at 03:34 PM