Happy Friday, y’all! I’m so excited about this week’s Friday Five. We are asking for you to share your fitness inspirations. I have so many fitness inspirations, so it was hard to limit it to just five. I thought I’d do a bit of a different twist and share what inspires me rather than who. Per usual, I’m linking up with my girls Cynthia and Mar for the #Friday Five. You can read our linkup rules here. Please note that if you don’t play nicely, we will delete your link. Have a great weekend!
- A beautiful sunrise. There is something about being outside running while the sun rises that just inspires me to get out there and keep at it. The beauty is just stunning and breathtaking at times. I feel so blessed to be able to experience nature that I’m inspired to keep doing it.
- Quiet time with Jesus. When I’m running solo, I’m having some quiet time and it’s so incredible that I want to do it more. I’m actually torn because I LOVE running with friends, and so I’m always sad when I can’t, but sometimes (if I’m not doing speed work or anything crazy hard), I can just have the most honest time with Jesus and it’s awesome!
- Feeling strong. Honestly, there are few things I enjoy more than crossing a finish line. Feeling strong and accomplished is addictive and it’s that feeling that keeps me racing time and time again. And the races keep me training – time and time again.
- The knowledge that others are watching. I have a teenage niece. And young girls I mentor. And all those young people are paying attention. They are listening, but more so, they are watching. And maybe if they see someone who is never going to win a race, but works hard and runs for the love of running, they will be inspired. Maybe it will encourage them in some small way.
- The cute gear. It’s no secret that I love Oiselle clothes. A lot. But I also motivate myself and am inspired by things like this Garmin I’m coveting, running shoes that both get the job done and look good and more. It sounds superficial, but I know I’m not the only one!
What (or who) inspires you?
Love your fitness inspirations! I feel the same exact way about watching the sunrise on a run, nothing quite like it.
lisa @ early morning run recently posted…The Green Fruit That Packs a Good Punch
oh my goodness, isn’t it the best?!
Bringing up the sun while out on my early morning runs is one of my favorite things!
Thanks for the linkup!
Debbie @ Deb Runs recently posted…Five Fitness Inspirations
and you and your awesome friends do it often! 🙂
Yes! Crossing that finish line and your niece (along with the girls you mentor) – I love these fitness inspirations! Thanks so much for sharing these, Courtney, and thanks so much for the link-up; hope you have a great weekend!
Tara @ Running ‘N’ Reading recently posted…Five Fitness Inspirations
thanks tara — hope you have a great weekend 🙂
Sunrise – or sunset! I like feeling strong. And maybe someday someone will be watching me, if I get involved with a group (no little people in my life otherwise). It’d be amazing to be an inspiration to someone else.
Happy Friday!
M @ readeatwriterun.com recently posted…Friday Five – Fitness Inspirations
you never know who’s watching… 🙂 or “watching” via your blog!
Crossing the finish line is an amazing feeling every time isn’t it?! Happy Weekend
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner recently posted…Friday 5 Fitness Inspirations
yes, it always is! happy friday!
Great inspirations! I have to admit, I never see the sunrise on my runs LOL.
MCM Mama recently posted…21 Day Reset and Pure Barre
lol – i just can’t do it at night. so morning it is 🙂
And there is not much better than a sunrise around the DC monuments!
Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes recently posted…A long run and a DOUBLE race? {Clarendon Day Race Recap}
we are pretty blessed to be able to enjoy something that people travel across the world to see! 🙂
Not just a beautiful sunrise but beautiful weather in general inspires me. I just seem to love life so much more!
i totally agree!
I love a morning run seeing the sun rise. Though on my run yesterday, i started and finished before the sun. Not looking forward to that aspect of fall / winter.
John @ run. geek. run(disney) recently posted…Five Fitspirations | Friday Five
yeah, i don’t love running in the dark either! 🙁
Love this! I use “faith” a lot as a mantra and really need do more to connect with it….
Mar @ Mar on the Run recently posted…Friday Five: Fitness Inspirations
you should come to church with me on sunday! it’s awesome 🙂
Amen sister… I always say running is my best time with Jesus
Rebecca Jo recently posted…Friday Five: Fitness Inspiration
it truly is!
Its funny how so many of us cross the finish line of one ready mentally charged to take on the next!
Kathryn @ Dancing to Running recently posted…Friday Five – October 3rd – Sources of Inspiration
i know – it’s ingrained in us!
I love running and seeing the beautiful sunrises. I am mesmerized by God’s beauty. I am also inspired by how much I have accomplished and how much more I am still reaching for. I have to remind myself that I am my biggest cheerleader.
Daisy @ Fit Wanderlust Runner recently posted…How To Survive A Spin Class
you have to be your own biggest cheerleader — what a great reminder!
I’m with you — a beautiful sunrise usually does it for me. I’m also a morning person, so what better way to enjoy the sunrise and that quiet time of the day than going for a run?
Marnie @ SuperSmartMama recently posted…Travel Thursday: Visiting Sao Paulo
oddly enough i’m not a morning person but run in the morning out of necessity 🙂
The sunrise, and the peace is right on my favorites too! I find running allows me more time to appreciate what I am actually seeing and surrounded by, thing I would overlook at other times!
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Love that you shared your quiet time! I find if I can start the day with a workout, followed by prayer & Bible reading with my mug of coffee then no matter where the day takes me I am prepared!
Kate @KateMovingForwardK recently posted…Friday Loves #20
that is a wonderful way to start the day!
Feeling strong and feeling yourself getting stronger is such a big inspiration. And yes! Cute gear too!
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This is a great list! That’s awesome that you are a source of inspiration for the younger generation – you are a great example for them! The cute clothes, shoes, etc – yes! Definitely an inspiration, and a motivation. I always find myself wanting to get out and run if I have something new to wear or play with 🙂
Heather Runs Thirteen Point One recently posted…Friday Five: Fitness Inspirations
Great list of inspirations. Sadly, I never see the sunrise on my runs as I’m so NOT a morning person and don’t get up that early. Sounds amazing though!
Laura recently posted…Friday Five // Fitness Inspiration
Love it Courtney! You’re always inspiring. Okay, I agree about the clothes, and that was in my top 5 too! Those sunrises are unforgettable. I love how you have so many girls and women looking up to you, and what an amazing example you’re setting for them. You are a real, genuine, beautiful person, and I’m happy we’re friends! #fitfam
Jessica Joy recently posted…Fitness Inspiration
thanks so much jessica! you are so sweet — thanks for the kind words – i loved your list as well!
The cute gear is a plus! I love stories about the coach to 5K runner, to the marathon BQr, to the the 80 year running a marathon. They are all so inspiring!
Jennifer recently posted…Friday Five – Happy 1 Year of Blogging
i agree 100%
I am inspired by the other awesome people out there who manage to have full time jobs, other commitments, etc. and still get runs in.
The feeling I get after a great run.
And right now… the cooler fall weather!
Abby @ BackAtSquareZero recently posted…Weight Watchers – Week 11 of Meetings
yeah, in terms of people, i have way too many to just list 5! 🙂
I love this theme! Feeling strong is definitely a great inspiration that gets me out of the door.
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I wish I could wake up and run as the sun comes up! I’m such a bum in the morning that it’s a struggle to even get up in time for work. Really enjoyed your list! Thanks for sharing!
Lex @ Flecks of Lex recently posted…Sweater Weather
running with the sun rise is so amazing! great list 🙂
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