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ONE YEAR ago since our last in person race that happened in sunny Los Cabos, Mexico! It has been one of my favorite half marathon’s to date that brought a shiny PB & place on the podium. The views were an added bonus This was also Adam’s first 10km race. I cannot wait for my next in person race. Who thinks @adamthom44 should run the @banffmarathon 10km?! Let me know in the comments - -... #racedaymemories #loscabosmexico #loscaboshalfmarathon #runcabo #halfmarathon #personalbests #cabolove #runner #fitcouple #runnersofinstagram #runnerscommunity #inspiringwomensrunners #thesweatlife #runningcouple #marathontraining #garminfitness See more

My absolute favourite part of 2020 was escaping to the mountains for a few days, marrying this hunk & having Alfie apart of it - - - -... #2020wedding #covidwedding #weddingelopement #banffwedding #lakeminnewanka #lakeminnewankawedding #weddinginspiration #weddingday #weddingfun #outdoorwedding #shotgunweddingcanada #weddinginspo #wedding #banffbride #banffmakeup #2020inreview #highlightoftheyear See more

Merry Christmas everyone 10.06 #runderful miles because it seemed like everyone was doing it & I wanted to get outside & take full advantage of the mild weather we are getting again! - -... - - #christmasrun #runswithalfie #winterrunning #runsask #merrychristmas #holidays2020 #runner #runspire #runnersofinstagram #brunchrunning #inspiringwomenrunners #runningcommunity #imbuilt #loveyoursweat #instafit #fitmotivation #runnerslove #runnergirl #fitnessblogger #runhappy #brooksrunning #loveyoursweat #garminfitness See more

Getting out the door for a run during the winter can be hard! But, I promise once you’re out the door it isn’t so bad if you’re dressed properly! Tonight’s run had feels of -25 so I made sure I was running into the wind at the beginning & used the first mile for a warm up, then the miles flew by! - 2.01 treadmill miles this morning followed by 6.2 miles post work miles - -... - - #winterrunning #winterruns #winterruntips #marathoner #runner #imbuilt #thesweatlife #garminfitness #runhappy #fitspiration #runspire #nuunambassador #workdrunners #womensrunningcommunity #ihavearunnersbody #runnersofinstagram #runnerscommunity #runnergirl #furtherfasterstronger #loveyoursweat See more

We are getting to that time of year where your Christmas shopping will go into overdrive & you’re trying to figure out what to get all your favorite people. If you have a fitness lover in your life, who you’re struggling to find gifts for - I’m sharing all the products I love most when helping me get my sweat on! All the items would be perfect as gifts or stocking stuffer ideas. @imbuilt Bars - not only have protein bars but they have Built boost, BuiltGO, Built bites & Built... broth. The bars have exceptional nutritional value with so many different flavours to choose from! Use the code:runwithhails to save you at checkout. @freskincare - has been my go to skin care product for over two years now. It’s formulated for skin that sweats, they’re hypoallergenic, dermatologist tested and non-comedogenic. As well as being vegan & pareben free, they offer a 30 day 100% money back guarantee. Runwithhails will save you at checkout. @vitalproteins has been another staple as it helps strengthen athletic performance, hair, skin, nails, bones and joints! Plus it can be added into baking, coffee or drank on its own hot or cold. @sammpan @lauraasullivaan @roadid - perfect gift for a loved one who does a lot of training by themselves. It is a simple way for someone to notify your loved ones in case of an emergency and a lot less bulky than having to carry your id. @nuunhydration - is filled with a ton of electrolytes that help you stay hydrated pre, during and post sweat session, have low calories, offer a wide variety of flavours, b-vitamins, as well as they’re gluten and vegan free. Nuun flavours come in vitamins, Immunity, sport and endurance in Canada & our American friends can get rest, podium series & Nuun instant. @endurance_tap - perfect for long run fuelling or to mix in oats and coffee. They are made with 3 ingredients ginger, maple syrup and sea salt which means they’re easy on the stomach! Now I want to know, are you done your Christmas shopping or not even started? - - - - #vitalinfluencer #vitalambassador #vitalprotein #imbuilt #builtbars #nuunambassador #teamroadid #teamtap #fuelsimply #loveyoursweat #freskincare #christmasshopping #giftguide #fitness

I’m not only in love with this December weather we have been getting but, also in love & grateful that I was #gifted the @brooksrunningca Carbonite jacket, 7/8 leggings & a pair of Ghost 13 shoes (my favorite shoe). This run visible collection is perfect for this time of year because it stays dark a lot later & gets dark a lot quicker! - I have really fallen in love with @brooksrunning gear, especially their shoes this past year. They’re my go to shoe for any distance and the...y fit like a glove! The @brooksrunning ghost 13 is the shoe that carried me through virtual @bostonmarathon and a shiny PB! @brainsportyxe : @tatie78 - - - - #runhappy #brooksrunning #runhappyteam #sundayrunday #runnerslife #winterrunning #runvisible #runnersofinstagram #beatyesterday #inspiringwomensrunners #instarunners #runtothefinish #instarunclub #runner #beooksrunnerlove #womensrunningcommunity #nuunambassador #marathoner #irunthisbody

Running has given me many things, but the greatest gift has been the people that it’s has brought into my life. Thank you @tarrantcrosschild for making the trip out and running my long run with me this morning. Those 12.33 miles flew by as we chatted about life & some BIG running goals we both have for 2021! Today was also day 4 of the #rundestober challenge. @des_linden @brooksrunningca

You see me frequently share about @freskincare because I TRULY love their products & wouldn’t share something I don’t LOVE or use regularly Today they are offering buy-one-get-one on all of their products on their website + free shipping! Fre is designed specifically for those who love to work out, formulated for sweaty skin Fre is vegan, cruelty & paraben-free, won’t clog your pores, hypoallergenic & made for all skin types ive been using Fre for 2 years and swear by it with my sensitive skin ! Link is in my bio or use code: RUNWITHHAILS for 50% off (today only) #freskincare #loveyoursweat #freskin

4 TIPS to stay CONSISTENT If you want to see results, you have to stay consistent. Starting is easy, but because you are excited and motivated. Continuing and creating a lifestyle is the difficult part, but it is definitely achievable. 1 stop relying on MOTIVATION... Motivation will come and go, some days you won’t feel like going at all, but if you make it a habit you will avoid the temptation to skip your training session 2 start SMALL This may be a massive lifestyle change, so you do not want to overwhelm yourself from the beginning. If you eventually want to workout or run 3-5 days a week, start with 3 and work your way up 3 have a PLAN It is so much easier to show up with a plan, instead of making up your plan during your workout. That can be daunting, so take the time and make a plan before each session or hire a coach to make one for you 4 stop the EXCUSES There is an endless amount of excuses of why you can’t get your run or workout in. Instead, shift your mindset to how you will feel once it’s done and what you are capable of achieving It is so important to be consistent with your workouts and your nutrition. If you workout 5 days a week but your nutrition is all over the place, your results will be limited. - - - - #fitnesstips #fitnessphotography #fitmotivation #fitspiration #runner #thesweatlife #mondaythoughts #personaltrainer #nutritioncoach #nasmcpt #nuunambassador #teamtap

Marathon Transformation - Running for me isn’t about being better than someone else. It’s about being better than I was yesterday. Running teaches me that life is a journey, to make the hard days count & gives a sense of accomplishment. I keep running to push my limits, inspire others, for the runner’s high, & to let you know anything is possible when you put your mind to it! May 2019 @calgarymarathon - I ran my first marathon with little experiencee but tons of expectat...ions on myself. I found a training plan online that had little to no speed work & ran all my easy runs in the grey zone. I didn’t fuel well before or during the marathon, started out way to fast, crossed the finish line in pain & missed a BQ by 42 seconds. I was crushed but determined I wanted to try for another BQ before the year was out. September 2019 @runqcm - My second marathon, earned a 12 minute PB & a BQ. After my first marathon I learned some valuable lessons when it comes to running. Those being that it’s okay to hire a coach, speed work, strength training & nutrition are important, to run easy runs easier & dig deeper on those hard days. Those four months of change paid off huge as I was Boston bound April 2020! September 2020 #virtual @bostonmarathon - Marathon 3 was supposed to be running the streets of Boston instead I was running the streets of Saskatoon in a virtual marathon with only a handful of close friends. I had been training for 10 months straight & knew I was stronger & faster than 2019, just didn’t know how much stronger. I had been working in the fundamental stage of training since March with a focus on a quality speed workout weekly, cut back long runs & worked on slowing down my easier runs & staying in the prescribed range. I ran through 3 different seasons - bitter cold, snow, ice, wind, rain, heat, got through tough work outs, had early bed time’s & even earlier wake up calls, sore muscles, turned down drinks & ran long runs on vacation. But all that was so worth it to have my ppl watch me earn a PB of over 7 minutes in a virtual race setting. Live races i’m ready you & to see what I still have left to give .

A very rare occurrence of the whole family together in one place, had to be documented. The time at home flew by way too quickly but was well worth it. I got to do some of the stuff I love while at home, like combining, riding with @farmgirl_1989, hanging out with the nieces, nephew & family, stocking up on garden vegetables, running the country roads, home cooked meals, and just soaking in the time on the farm as it doesn’t happen near as often as it should! My heart is so f...ull - - - - #homefortheweekend #familytime #familyvisits #summertime #summer2020 #covidsummer #familyphoto #funwithfamily #happyheart #mbvisits #combining #farmlife @ Minto, Manitoba See more

I never met a dog like you. You filled my life with adventures and indescribable joy. You have made me a better person. - Wishing our fur child the happiest 7th birthday! His birthday week has been filled with some of his favorite things including a spa day, had family & Sophie(fur cousin) stay over & a dog walk with his friend Diego. Today has been filled with more of his favorite things: a smoked dog bone, steak, ice cream, a nap and a walk! ... - - - - #dogbirthday #furchild #alfiesbirthday #spoileddog #ourfavorite #birthdaycelebrations #yellowlabxgreatpyrenees See more

The importance of SLEEP to help aid RECOVERY Sleep is just as important as the time you spend running or working out. Did you know there are 3 different stages of sleep? They include: light, REM (rapid eye movement) & slow wave sleep. When you’re in the light sleep stage you are still somewhat alert and can be easily woken. REM is the stage of memory and information retention. You are generally in REM 90 minutes after you fall asleep. Your brain is most active during th...is stage and you experience the quick eye movements. Slow wave sleep aka deep sleep is where your body is repairing and rebuilding muscles & tissues that were broken down earlier in the day/week during training. So when it comes to post-workout recovery, deep sleep is vital because it’s when your body is restoring itself by balancing your metabolism & blood sugar levels while increasing blood flow to your muscles. @vitalproteins is one of my go to’s too ensure I get a good nights sleep. Vital protein sleep not only has collagen, it includes functional ingredients such as GABA, L-theanine and magnesium. Additional functional ingredients include 5-HTP and B vitamins that are designed to help you feel restored so you are ready to tackle your next-day performance. Also did you know that @vitalproteins omits melatonin because when L-tryptophan (an amino acid) is ingested turns into melatonin naturally?! Now, are you ready to elevate your post-workout recovery?! @lauraasullivaan @sammpan - - #vitalproteins #vitalinfluencer #vitalperformance #vitalfitness #vitalathlete #marathoner #runner #marathonrunner #runliftrepeat #bethechange #healthylifestyle See more

5 morning miles to kick off another day filled full of family time - - - -... #easyruns #runner #marathoner #marathontraining #virtualbostonmarathon #runspiration #runmotivation #worldrunners #runnersofinstagram #runnergirl #summerrunning #runsaskatchewan #garminfitness #thesweatlife #teamroadid #teamtap #nuunhydration #nuunambassador2020 #loveyoursweat #freskincareambassador #runonclouds #onrunning #mpgsport See more

Gave my mom my race shirts & she made this beautiful quilt for my birthday! The front is dedicated to racing & the back is dedicated to Alfie. But naturally Alfie wanted to be apart of it all as he’s one of my biggest race day supporters - - - -... #runspiration #homemadequilts #marathoner #halfmarathoner #runninglove #runningmemories #racedayshirts #runner #runspiration #racedayvibes #handymom #besthomemadegifts #parentwins #runmotivation #fitfluential #parentsherefortheweekend #birthdaygifts See more

This is 29 celebrated by doing some of my favorite things: a morning run, hanging out and chatting with family, a walk with Alfie, pizza & ice cream cake for supper! Thanks everyone who reached out and wished me a happy birthday, you know how to make a girl feel loved! - - - -... #birthdaylove #birthdaycelebrations #thisis29 #thankful #birthday #fullheart @ Douglasdale, Calgary, Alberta See more

There’s just something about starting your morning off with a run. I love the fresh air first thing in the morning & how it leaves me feeling more relaxed & ready to take on the day. - Here are 6 tips to become a morning runner 1 prepare your clothes the night before Check the weather the night before and plan your outfit accordingly. Then leave them in the bathroom or somewhere that’s easy to grab in the morning.... 2 get enough sleep Your alarm clock is gonna go off early. So try and get 7-8 hours of sleep if you can. It may require you to go to bed a little earlier. 3 warm up Allow yourself time to do a little warm up as your muscles will be stiff and will help reduce the risk of injury. If you need ideas I have a pre run warm up post. 4 begin slower Keep the first mile or two slow until your body has adjusted to the movement. Your first couple of miles should always be your slowest miles. 5 embrace the movement The first few blocks may feel sluggish but once you get moving you will find it get easier and easier. 6 set your alarm clock across the room If you have your alarm clock somewhere that you have to get out of bed you’re less likely to hit snooze and jump back into bed. - || 6.20 miles, 7:26 pace, in 46:04 || - - - - #runningtips #morningruns #marathoner #marathonrunner #1stphormathletesearch #fitspiration #fitfluential #runner #runhappy #onrunning #runonclouds #thesweatlife #nuunambassador #nuunlife #teamroadid #freskincare #freskincareambassador #muuvement #summerrunning #runsask #saskrunner See more

Hearing the cancellation of Boston 2020 had me saddened as I worked so damn hard to qualify for. I was looking forward to taking in the whole Boston experience including running heartbreak hill,getting to experience the post race party at Fenway park & taking in the sites of Boston. But as devastating as it is I know they made the right decision for everyone’s health and safety. I know running the virtual event won’t be even close to the same experience as the actual Bo...ston marathon it will still be rewarding and a once-in-a-lifetime experience & crossing the finish line in 2021 will be so much more meaningful . On another note, I pushed my speed workout off yesterday and ran it today after work. Workout details 1.5 mile warm up 5 mile tempo run at 6:20-6:30 pace 1.5 mile cool down Actual paces ( 6:58, 6:24, 6:18, 6:13, 6:16, 6:46) - - - - #runner #marathoner #bostonmarathon #boston2020 #nuunhydration #runspiration #teamnuun #runhappy #thesweatlife #blonderunner #instagramrunners #worldrunners #teamroadid #garminfitness #1stphormathletesearch #duespaid #legionofboom #furtherfasterstronger #lululemon #teamtap #nuunambassador2020

Started the day with a full body strength session & finished the day with a much needed run. Today’s run I had 3 goals in mind: move past the work day & what it brought, use this run to clear my mind & to SLOW things down. I was able to clear my mind but SLOWING down is gonna be a work in progress. It’s never been a strong suit of mine ask my family. I have always been a busy body and have one speed and one speed only. But today I learned a valuable lesson in how slowing do...wn is important with not only my runs but with work & life in general. I know this isn’t gonna happen over night & will take a lot of work. So here’s me putting it out to the square world so you guys can check in and keep me accountable. - || 6.01 miles, 7:19 pace, in 44:01 || - - - - #runner #marathoner #needforspeed #nuunambassador #nuunhydration #teamroadid #teamtap #freskincareambassador #1stphormathletesearch #1stphorm #duespaid #legionofboom #instagramrunners #thesweatlife #nike #garminfitness See more

You may see me struggle but you’ll never see me quit. What I’ve learned through quarantine & my running journey is that you have to be able to do it on your own, without anyone cheering you on. When that is accomplished, you can do anything you set your mind to. Consistency, hard work, & mind over matter. - || 6.05 miles, 7:18 pace, in 44:07 || - -... - - #1stphormathletesearch #1stphorm #duespaid #runner #marathoner #runspire #springrun #nuunhydration #nuunlife #nuunambassador2020 #roadid #teamtap #thesweatlife #onrunning #runonclouds #runyourlife #fitlife #fitspiration #runnersofinstagram #worldrunners See more

Split my #longrun into two back to back runs so I could complete the @manitobamarathon Fast & Furry 10km virtual run with @adamthom44 & Alfie then completed 9.20 solo miles for 15.41 miles on the day! It was windy but we didn’t let that stop us - - - -... #manitobamarathon #10kmvirtualrun #longrunsaturday #runner #nuunhydration #nuunambassador2020 #nuunlife #1stphormathletesearch #1stphorm #duespaid #wedothework #thesweatlife #runnersofinstagram #runspiration #gratefulforeveryrun #runyourlife #saturdayvibes #runculture #runnerscommunity #mantiobamarathonfastandfurry #runningwithdogs #fast&furry #runwpg See more

If COVID-19 has taught me anything it’s to be T H A N K F U L. Thankful that I get to be with @adamthom44 & Alfie, thankful I still have a have a job to go to everyday that also allows you to earn paid days off to keep on top of your mental health. I am thankful I still get to do the things I love like running, working out, taking Alfie on walks & baking. I am thankful I still have the ability to talk to my family & friends even though not being able to see them. When this pa...ndemic we are living in is all over I will have a different outlook on life and will learn to not take things for granted! - All the thoughts came out on today’s 6 mile run - - - - #covid19 #fridaythoughts #thankful #runner #runhappy #runfar #strongerforit #realpost #1stphormathletesearch #iam1stphorm #mexicovacation #exploremexico #1stphorm #legionofboom #runliftrepeat #blonde See more

When you’re getting ready for your week 9 long-run & pull out a pair of @lululemon socks that say my pace & my race that give you the extra push to get out the door on this beautiful winter day. Added bonus seeing that my last mile was my fastest mile as well. - Side note: Happy to be fuelled by @endurance_tap & @nuunhydration on all my long runs! - || 14.01 miles, 7:46 pace, in 1:48:47 ||... - - - - #nuunambassador #teamtap #nuunlife #fuelsimply #marathoner #runner #runyourlife #productlove #saturdaylongrun #endurancetapambassador #fitspiration #longruns #happinessisrunning #mildwinterruns #saskrunner #canadianrunner #runningmotivation #inspiringwomenrunners #runnersofig #bostonmarathon2020 #cabohalfmarathon #trainingruns #run #womensrunningcommunity See more

Scrolling through my new feed and seeing everyone else’s accomplishments & favourite moments in 2019 had me inspired to reflect on my own. 2019 was a pretty incredible year for me with lots of PBs, travel & family time. So before jumping into 2020 with some new goals I want to reflect on my top 9 #instagram favourites from 2019. It was weighted heavily on earning my #BQ at the @runqcm 1 Running the @runqcm & not only earning my entry to the 2020 @bostonmarathon but also ...being the top female in my age category and third female overall. To make the experience more incredible was having family there to watch me cross the finish line. 2 Running my first ever marathon at @calgarymarathon & just missing a #BQ by 42 seconds which fuelled the fire that much more for the @runqcm. Again having family there made the miss and experience that much better. 3 Earning a new 10km PB of 40:50 at the @stampederoadrace, finishing 2nd in my age category & 3rd female overall to earn me some money (first in my running career) 4 Running alongside @adamthom as he earned himself a new 5km PB at the Operun in Battleford. Made for a proud fiancé & to top it off he signed up for another 5km a month later! 5 Adam. Being not only my life partner, my travelling partner, Alfie’s dad & supporting me while I chase all my crazy running and fitness dreams. 6 Alfie. My number one companion & running buddy who makes every day more memorable. Cant wait to continue making memories with him. 7 Working with @blairknoxphotography and getting some fitness and boudoir shots in. He knows how to make a girl feel confident and comfortable in her own skin. 8 Family. I may not get to see them as much as I’d like being 8 hours away but I make sure that I make the best of it when I do. It’s always nice having them come for a visit. It’s extra special when they come and cheer me on at all my races . . 9 All the basement workouts that have made me a strong runner and has increased my overall strength. This year I brought my best body throughout the entire year. Finally, I have some pretty big goals set for 2020 & can’t wait to continue to share my journey with all of you. @ Regina, Saskatchewan

Merry Christmas from the Thompson’s

You only discover your potential by pushing yourself. If you work hard and push yourself to your full potential, you can achieve your goals. Never underestimate your own self. Hard work gets your the results. Trust me. You could have the best workout plan/schedule in the world , but if you aren’t trying hard, pushing yourself & putting in the hard work.. then let’s be honest you’re not gonna see the results, I look how I do because of the hard ass work, time, dedication, pati...ence & believe in myself. You have the ability to achieve your goals, so put in the hard work and it’ll happen. : by the ever so talented @blairknoxphoto - - - - #fitnessphotography #runner #runnersofinstagram #marathonrunning #inspiringwomensrunning #instagramrunners #marathoner #runfit #runmotivation #fitspiration #fitmotivation #fitfamily #runningcommunity #runnerslife #strongnotskinny #photography #offseasongains #furtherfasterstronger #thesweatlife #lululemon #nike #strongerforit #fitphotography #instafit #igfitnes #ilo30in30 #runnerife #runhappy #happyrunner #blonderunner