What is one thing

[joenali]

You are proud of H&F wise and one thing you are proud of non-h&f?

H&F- Ironman finisher. And slowly getting through this injury.

Non: all of the leadership work I've been doing at school: Professional development training, team lead and union rep.

[ktzmoh]

H&F : that I learned to swim. That was a big deal for me and required lots of personal growth to put away the fear. I could have just kept on running , something that was comfortable and familiar. But I got into he fucking water.

Non: I'm really proud that I finished my PhD with two kids <= 3 years old

[runaways]

Oh this is a good thread.

H&F: I think my 1:37 half is my "best" accomplishment to date. I've come a long way from a 2:16 half and a 4:55 marathon.

Non-H&F: I'm a doctor. And to be honest, I'm really good at what I do. I still have some training left, but I'm so proud that I've made it to where I am.

[Deleted]

H&F: I finished 2 sprint triathlons and a half marathon in the span of a year. As a total non athlete growing up, I am still amazed at myself when I look back.

Non-h&F: I am a grad school dropout, and I have managed to find a career I both love and make 4x what I made when I dropped out of school. Not that money is everything, but when I decided to drop my PhD program I wasn't sure how my life and career would go. I made it work, and am successful at what I do.

[farfalla2011]

H&F wise, riding 52 miles a couple years ago. Soon that'll be 68 (September)! I grew up never engaged in athletic activities and have never considered myself an athlete. So, that accomplishment plus the training I'm doing now feels amazing and I'm super proud of it.

Non-H&F, as cheesy as it sounds completing my bachelor's degree (2010), all while working full time. I'm the only one in my immediate family that has. Neither of my parents and not my brother completed school. It was completely my own determination and drive that got me there.

[taratru]

H&F - BQ, baby.

Non-H&F - I don't really know. I'll have to think about this. (I'm trying to think beyond my kids )

[G22]

H&F - going from be someone who hated running to loving it. And I'm pretty dang proud of the fact I've run 3 marathons, because I swore I'd never do one many times.

Non - I'm proud of how adaptable and outgoing I've become in my adult years. I spent the first 23 years of my life in the same town and was super introverted. Now I've lived in 4 states and soon to be my 2nd country, made friends all over the world, and manage to find the positive no matter where I am. I know it's cheesy, but I'm proud of the fact in no longer that shy small town girl and that I'm more confident in myself.

[sadlebred]

H&F: Every race I do. This year: My top 10 at the Cyclocross National Championships

Non-H&F: Several of my photos have been picked up by a major Atlanta business magazine and have been used extensively on their social media this year.
(https://www.facebook.com/saportareport?fref=ts Their profile photo is mine.). Being an official media partner for USA Cycling. I feel like I'm finally making progress with my photography. Surviving a really hard year personally and working to find happiness after several years of feeling like I'm treading water.

[kams]

H&F: ironman finisher
Non-H&F: I'm also trying to think beyond my kids & husband & am struggling. As a trailing spouse and grad school drop out, I don't have the most noteworthy resume.

[joenali]

Aug 30, 2015 22:48:12 GMT -5 kams said:

H&F: ironman finisher
Non-H&F: I'm also trying to think beyond my kids & husband & am struggling. As a trailing spouse and grad school drop out, I don't have the most noteworthy resume.

Well, you produced some very cute offspring! You should be proud of that!

[Brit]

H&F: I'm proud of the last marathon I ran. Training for it in Dubai heat was far more intense than I ever dreamed that I could handle.

Non H&F: I have a pretty cool job that I am good at. I had no idea that my career would work out that way, I just keep taking the next job that sounds fun.

[emilyj]

H&F: The simple fact that I compete in triathlons. It was never on my radar in my younger years, and even last year I was doubting I'd ever recover from injuries enough to do them.

Non-H&F: My career. I've worked hard to build a solid reputation for myself, and I'm proud of my research!

[tevagirl]

H&F - finishing a 5k, actually enjoying running, loosing 40lbs

Non - finished 2 classes towards my b.s. this summer (2 left!) Pushing through some difficult time after my xh left me and honestly becoming a better, happier person who goes after what I want (like running) because of it.

[carilyn]

This is a fun thread!

H&F: completing my marathon. But more than that I guess is that I've become, and stayed, pretty physically active in the last 4 years. I've really pushed myself beyond anything I thought I'd ever do or could accomplish, especially since I grew up being the least athletic person ever. I'm proud that I've gotten to a place where I'm active and workout for the fun of it and for the sense of accomplishment, and not just because it's "healthy" and what one is "supposed to do".

Non H&F: My career. I'm a NICU nurse and pretty damn good at what I do. I'm trained to intubate and do a few other emergency procedures when a doctor isn't in house. I love that I'm trusted by my coworkers and physicians whom I work with and am looked up to as a leader in my unit. I've even gotten to a point where I want to go back to schools and become a neonatal nurse practitioner in the next couple years.

Can I add another? I'm also proud that I work hard and provide a good life for my family. My H is a SAHD, and I have 2jobs and make a decent living. I'm proud that I can work FT+ and make myself a priority (CrossFit, Running, girls nights out, etc), and also make time for quality time with my family so I don't feel guilty being "selfish".

[chitownbelle]

H&F: My 3:46 marathon. It's nowhere near a BQ, but I'm still proud of it.

Non: I'm also a NICU nurse and am proud that I finished my post-master's certification to become a nurse practitioner while working full-time night shift. Also my family and baby- I was born to be her mom.

[kams]

Aug 30, 2015 22:51:34 GMT -5 joenali said:

Aug 30, 2015 22:48:12 GMT -5 kams said:

H&F: ironman finisher
Non-H&F: I'm also trying to think beyond my kids & husband & am struggling. As a trailing spouse and grad school drop out, I don't have the most noteworthy resume.

Well, you produced some very cute offspring! You should be proud of that!

Thank you - I'm VERY proud of them! Uber cute or not .

[mrsukyankee]

H&F: still playing high level field hockey at 46

Non: getting a post-graduate degree from Oxford last year

[Wines Not Whines]

H&F: I'm a marathon runner. I've run 6 marathons in 6 years, and currently in training for 7 and 8.

Other: The first thing that came to mind is my son - he's starting kindergarten today (sob), and I know he'll do great. He's such a good kid. I've been a little worried about the transition, but i know he'll be fine.

[al320]

H&f - pretty much everything. Im not athletic, i never have been, now im training for my 7th marathon, and im not slow! I cam run a deceny half without training at all, at any time, im strong, and im a pretty decent swimmer. The fact that this is me still amazes me daily.

Non h&f - im damned good at what i do, and im recognized for it. Also, i just got my mortgage approved, so little me, alone, can afford a house in a fairly schmancy town in one of the most expensive counties in the country. Money isnt everything, but im so proud of that.

[venice2007]

Proud of h&f? Running this 2000. Not just the miles but that I decided to do it for charity. Old selfish Venice wouldn't have done that. Grown up Venice? First thing that came to mind when I set this goal

Non h&f? I'm proud of my marriage. My h and I work so hard to keep our marriage happy. We've kept our own hobbies, lives, etc but have grown together. We support each other like I never thought I would. And at 8 years married we are so much stronger than we've ever been. It takes work but we do it!

[cinco]

H&F: I'm proud that I've been able to make steady, yet sometimes small, fitness improvements through my 20's and 30's. I work hard and try to be smart. I've taken 2+ hours off my marathon time, and 40 minutes off my half time.

Non H&F: I'm proud that my kids are readers. It is one thing I have complete confidence I am doing right for them.

[bostonmichelle]

H&F - pretty much this entire year so far. But honestly I'm really proud that I have been able to train for this marathon with a lot of my running friends.

Non H&F - I'm proud that I have finally gained enough confidence in myself to feel like I can just put myself out there. I don't know if old Michelle would've put herself out there in the running community, or going on a trip with 20(?) random internet friends, or moving to NC without knowing anyone.

[coconutbug]

H&F: IM finisher
Non-H&F: I'm working in my dream job and love it. It's a second career for me, and I'm glad I made the switch.

[mrshandy]

H&F - coming so far with my running, from going to someone who did C25K to someone who BQed. I've been an athletic person, so I feel like my dedication and determination has gotten me this far.

Non H&F - I've been in a steady career for the past 8 years that has allowed us to build a great life. I feel like I balance life and work pretty well.

[gt7301b]

H&F - I've made significant gains in my running, including a 40 + min marathon PR last year.

Non H&F - I am really good at maintaining friendships, even though a lot of my friends live hundreds of miles apart I do a really good job of making sure we all stay connected.

[brooke77]

H&F: I completed the Runner's World Hat Trick a couple years ago (5K and 10K on Saturday followed by a Half Marathon on Sunday) and had great times! It was 90 degrees and very physically demanding (The Heartbreak Hill one).

Non H&F: I'm very successful in my career. I love what I do and am proud of what I've achieved.

[irene adler]

H&f--I feel like I have hit my stride teaching spin. I've gotten some incredible feedback and feel like I've earned the respect of the other instructors (aka, the cool kids, lol.) and the people in my class.

Non h&f--Every time someone puts on their wedding dress and it fits/ is exactly what they want. It's the most incredible thing to see the transformation from a dress they bought that they really liked to THE dress. It's never real until it fits.

[sweetiesparkles]

H+F: I have run 3 half marathons this year!

Non H+F: I have managed to successfully raise a beautiful little girl (She starts first grade today!). I work as a contractor pharma rep so right now I am SAH and we had a very amazing summer.

[finallykrisb]

H&F: Getting back into lifting and loving it. And not making excuses when my alarm goes off way too early.

Non-H&F: that the girls and I are happy and life is pretty awesome.

[cole]

H&F: still playing soccer (and the awesome friendships I've developed as a result)

Non-H&F: I'm good at my job and have been given opportunities for new positions because of my skill and networking.