2013 Running Challenge
As you probably know one of my goals in 2012 was the running challenge, Twelve In Twenty-Twelve. I started and ended the year with the goal to run 12 half marathons in one year. I accomplished that goal this month at the Mason Half Marathon and have commemorated my success with photos…
Before moving on to plans for 2013 I want to give a big shout out and thank you to iFitness for not only their sponsorship, but also their support throughout the year! I started using iFItness products in 2011 before their sponsorship was even a thought. Their fitness products are exceptional in quality, product options, fit and comfort. Honestly, the comfort is what sold me!
Now, it’s time to plan and commit to a running challenge for 2013. To be honest, Twelve In Twenty-Twelve was tough and there was a time or 2 during the year when I didn’t think I could do it. As it turns out, Twelve In Twenty Twelve is one of my proudest running accomplishments ever and totally worth the effort! So, I decided I wanted another year long running challenge in 2013.
In 2013 I’m excited to team up with Jen, Marathon Mom, to co-host Thirteen in Twenty-Thirteen!
Details:
- Run 13 registered virtual or real life races in 2013.
- The number of participants will not be limited.
- Prizes throughout the year. Hint: Some of my favorite running and fitness products!
- We have set up a 13 In 2013 Facebook group to support and encourage each other and share the experience.
- To support everyone reaching their goal Jen and I will host 4 virtual races throughout the year. The first virtual race will be in February. More information coming soon.
- Share with Instagram and Twitter using the #13in2013 hashtag.
You might be wondering what distance we will be challenged to run? Unlike 2012, when everyone was running the same distance, in 2013 you pick and commit to one of the following:
How to join:
- Sign up [and commit] using the Google document. Sign ups close 11:59 PM (EST) on December 31.
- If you blog, post the challenge button with the distance of your choice on the sidebar of your blog.
- Throughout the year update the Google doc with your progress and completed races.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me via the Contact Jill tab above in the menu bar or at jillconyers@gmail.com.
Are you ready to commit? Do you have a running goal for 2013? What do you think would be the toughest part of running 13 races in one year?
Now the link-up!
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Wow! I’m seriously thinking about this one! I think the biggest obstacle for me is deciding on which ones. There are so many great races that I want to do. I like that it’s any length or virtual too. Hmmm…If only $$ grew on trees!
I know what you mean Angela! My race calendar started out huge this year!
Hopefully the variety of distances and including virtual races will help with people being able to participate and not be stopped due to $.
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Good for you! Love this concept and am spreading the word.
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Thank you Amanda!
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yay- all signed up! I am doing the 5K but I am also doing at least 1 1/2 marathon in there…
I am only doing the one though due to the way my body feels- I’ll stick to the 5k’s 
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So happy to have you join Tami. Be proud of the 5Ks and taking care of your body!
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Hi Jill,
I think this is great.idea. I will sign up because I am sure I will end up running 13 next year. I already have 6 halfs planned!
Plus, I try and do everything you do anyway ! LOL
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Haha! So happy you’re joining Phyllis
What halfs are you signed up for?
Have you seen the update
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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Uh oh…interest peaked! I’ll already have 4 January through April…so we’ll see if I can do that and decide to sign up for a full!
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4? You’re almost there! What races?
Did you see the update?
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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i enjoyed your slideshow so very much!! what a wonderful way to capture such an amazing accomplishment!!!! spa love and happy friday!!
As always, thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words
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woot! Signed up, and ready to run 13 Halfs in 2013~ Good thing I am already registered to run 5 Halfs and a Full to get me started!
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Awesome! Just imagine how you will feel crossing the finish line of your 13th half!
Did you see the update?
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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You are simply amazing! Wow! 12 in 12 and now 13 in 13!
I haven’t yet decided what 2013 holds for me!
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That’s exactly what I think about you when I read about your training and competitions. Amazing!
Thanks Kierston!
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Does it have to be one distance, or could it be 13 races of varying distances? I ask because I’ve already got a few halves scheduled for the first couple of months of 2013, but I’m also running a full in January and would love to count that…
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Hi Meghan! Check out the update and let me know if you have any questions
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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Hey Jill! I am definitely interested. We should pow wow at Buckeye group. I think “official” Pig training starts on December 22!
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Yes! We definitely need to talk
I’d love to do some of this challenge with a local group!
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Such a fun challenge! I was actually wondering the same thing as Meghan… I think I could get 13 races in, but I’m not sure about 13 of the same… although maybe that would give me a good reason to start training for the 5k for a change. Hmmm…
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Hi Laura,
I think you’ll be happy with the update
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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Jill, I love this!!! Can it be 13 races all with different lengths, or do all 13 have to be the same?
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Hi Andrea! I think you’ll like the update
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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I’m another that wants to do different race lengths. I had planned on doing a half marathon in the spring, plus I want to do some trail races, and some more 5 mile ones. 5K is low on the list for me.
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Hi Barb! I will be joining you with more trails in 2013! Check out the update
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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Oh my goodess I love this idea!! I too am joining and I LOVE that you have all the variety of distances. I am planning on doing the 13 5K’s in 2013 but will also throw in a half hopefully somewhere in there. I am hoping to be pregnant in 2013 so I don’t want to go out too hard!
I will be spreading the word on this for sure!
Hi Keri! How exciting to anticipate getting pregnant! Keep us updated!
You will rock 13 5Ks! A short distance with a focus on pace.
jillconyers recently posted..Holiday Bootie Buster Challenge 2012 || Week 2 Recap
definitely going to spread this around because i know a lot of folks love this!! i am just not a big fan of racing so I would bomb after month one
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I don’t know why I’m surprised to hear you’re not a fan of racing. Thanks for helping spread the word!
One month would be a lot longer than I lasted with the RW Run streak LOL
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I’m continually impressed with the way you push yourself beyond your previous goals. I’m so proud of you.
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Thank you Sandy
How’s life in KY?
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You should be so proud of 12 in 2012. That’s a huge accomplishment. Maybe I’ll do 14 in 2014? Hoping to use 2013 to build back my running base and I’m thinking that my knee might revolt if I committed to 13 races
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Thank you Christine! I understand needing to take care of your body first. Keep us updated on your year
jillconyers recently posted..Holiday Bootie Buster Challenge 2012 || Week 2 Recap
I’m in! I try to do at least one race a month to maintain my fitness. I’m already registered for 2 marathons, 1 half, one 10K, and 1 mud run. Does it matter that their all different distances and events? Which button do I use????
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Hi Denise! Your wish is my command! Check out the update
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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Jill… I am so thrilled to be part of this challenge! I noticed in one of your pictures that you have your inhaler. I am still very new to running and I have been having trouble with my breathing. I do suffer with asthma and am assuming that you too have asthma. How did you get to the point where you are today? How do you finally get your lungs to cooperate with what the rest of your body is wanting to do? Thanks in advanced for your help!
Hi Lisa
So happy to have you join! The asthma UGH! is new to me this year. I have exercise induced asthma. The only way my lungs will cooperate is with the inhaler. As long as I take 2 puffs before every run I’m fine. I’m not a doctor but I am a huge proponent of not letting asthma stop me from being active! Talk to your doctor if your current asthma treatment doesn’t work for running.
You can read more about my experience here http://jillconyers.com/2012/09/running-and-breathing-exercise-induced-asthma/
jillconyers recently posted..Holiday Bootie Buster Challenge 2012 || Week 2 Recap
I’m in!!!! My goal is to run a full Marathon this year and so the toughest part for me will be fitting in races with training and recovery (though doing a half marathon is part of Hal Hidgon’s plan so there’s #2 right there!) I love this challenge!
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Yay! So happy you’re joining! How exciting to anticipate your first full! The variety goal of 13 in 2013 will work perfectly for training.
Did you see the update?
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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Thanks again for hosting the 12 in 2012 challenge! I agree with you about this being a big running accomplishment. How many people are going to end up completing the 12 in 2012?
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Hi Suzanne. It was my pleasure hosting! I’m not sure but I don’t think very many accomplished the 12. Too many didn’t hold up their end of the bargain with the sponsors so I kind of stopped checking. Live and learn! Are you joining 13 in 2013? It’s tempting isn’t it
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I’m totally in! Great idea Jill! Thanks for sharing and setting up for 2013! #13in2013
Yay! Happy to have you join!
Did you see the update?
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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Congrats on completing your Twelve in Twenty Twelve goal!! I’m not much of a runner, but your Thirteen in Twenty Thirteen looks like a really fun challenge.
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Thank you Ali. Maybe you will become “more” of a runner in 2013
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Love it, joining, and sharing the idea!!
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Yay! So happy to have you join Jenny!
Did you see the update?
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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I signed up! I’m already registered for three races so far.
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So happy to have you join Ang! What races are you registered for?
Did you see the update?
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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Love this idea! I’m going to look at my local race schedule this weekend and see if I can make it work! Unfortunately we don’t have many half marathons here, but I should be able to find several 5Ks as long as the fee isn’t sky high. I will share this with my blog followers as well! It’s a great goal!
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Hi Sarah! Maybe the update will help
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
Thanks for sharing!
jillconyers recently posted..Holiday Bootie Buster Challenge 2012 || Week 2 Recap
I love this idea!! Wondering the same about doing 13 races of different lengths. I’m already signed up for 13, 4 – 5ks, 2 – 10ks, a 5 miler, 2 – 10 milers, a 17 miler, and 3 marathons. I’ll probably be throwing a couple more half marathons and 25k’s into the mix.
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Hi Leia. So happy to have you join!
I think the you’ll like the update!
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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I just entered my info to the google doc and hit submit but I’m not showing up. Does it take some time? Thanks! Looking forward to the challenge! I’m doing my first 50K and 50-miler in March & May! This will definately keep me motivated!
Hi Julie
I’m running my first 50 miler in 2013 too! I’d love to chat about training
I will check the google doc to see if you’re on it.
jillconyers recently posted..Holiday Bootie Buster Challenge 2012 || Week 2 Recap
Great idea! Would love to try the 13.1 challenge, but not sure if I find enough local and virtual races to cover all 13. Would a training 13.1 mile run count as well?
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Hi Christine! I was hoping you would join! It’s registered races only. Would it be helpful for Jen and I to host more than 4 virtual races during the year?
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I’m so torn, would love to do the challenge but don’t want to start and know I can’t finish. I have the feeling many things will happening in 2013 ( running and not running related). I have a few more days to figure it out. I let you know.
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I would love to be a part of this! However, I’ve only done 5ks (and one 5-miler) and plan to run my first 10k next spring. I’d love to do a variety of races, not just 5ks, but I don’t think I’m ready to do 13 10ks having never done them before.
What about 13 races – 5k and up?
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Hi Carrie. We don’t want anyone to not join!
I think you’ll like the update
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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Thank you! I am in!
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Woohoo! 2013 is going to epic!
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[...] Marathon Mom to direct a challenge for all runners in the year of 2013. The challenge is called Thirteen in Twenty-Thirteen the idea is to run at least 13 races throughout the year. I decided that I could for sure do this [...]
I am in! This is a great challenge. Can it be a variety of different distances over the year?
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Great! Happy to have you join!
Check out the update to answer your question and a few others that have come up
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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So excited to find this site as I have been thinking about this for a while. Considering doing the 13.1 but signed up for the various distances for now. Thanks and excited!
Welcome to Fitness, Health and Happiness
So happy to have you join 13 in 2013! It’s going to be an epic year!
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I was just talking to my hubby about doing this tonight! So excited. Now I just have to find 13 half marathons without accruing too much of an expense!
Tell you hubbie to join too! I convinced my husband to sign up. He might as well. In his support for my 12 in 2012 he practically met the same goal
Coming up! I’ll post a few tips on accomplishing that many half marathons. I might as well share the benefit of my amazing experience
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Hey Jill, I joined 13 in 13 for the mixture of distances! Is there a button for my blog?
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Hi Cecilia and welcome! So happy to have you join. I’m working the the html code for the buttons. Keep a look out on the FB group for updates.
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I’m definitely interested in doing this! I’m only signed up for three races so far in 2013, but I want to expand them. As soon as I can figure out how to add the button to my blog, I will. Haha.
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Hi Anna and welcome! I will be sharing the html for the buttons this week. That should make it hassle free to post on your blog
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I’m in! Awesome idea and just what I need to keep running throughout the year. I just signed up for my first half marathon in the spring of 2013! Loving that my New Year’s Resolution is taken care of and it’s only December 3rd .. check! The procrastinator in me has been conquered.
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Hi Trish and welcome to 13 in 2013! WTG being ahead of the game! Your stew recipe sounds yummy! Off to check it out
jillconyers recently posted..Month In Review || November
Hey Jill this is an awesome idea! Just one question, do all the races have to be the same distance? I’d like to commit to running 13 races, but I’m shooting for variety in distance in 2013, so I was hoping for a combo of 5Ks, 10Ks and halfs.
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Hi Jess! No, you don’t have to pick 1 distance. Check out the update
http://jillconyers.com/2012/12/top-10-tips-for-daily-fruit-and-veggies-servings/
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Oh yea!!!
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So you’re in? Awesome Rosanna!
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I’m in, sounds like a great time – I signed up for the variety pack!
Awesome! Welcome to 13 in 2013
It’s going to be epic!
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Yay!!! I’m so in and so excited for what 2013 is going to bring!!! Hopefully one of my 13 will be a full marathon!!
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It’s going to be epic Nancy! That full in 2013 is yours
jillconyers recently posted..Month In Review || November
I signed up on the google docs link above. It’s CRAZY how easy it was to find 13 races to be a part of lol.
Welcome Erin! Have you joined the FB group?
I know. Last year my calendar started with something like 19 half marathons that I could potentially run.
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how do you do a virtual race?
Hi Kat. Do you mean host a virtual race or run one?
jillconyers recently posted..Month In Review || November
Im joining in, I think I am sticking with variety but I hope to have more 13.1 than any other race length!
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Yay! So happy to have you join!
jillconyers recently posted..Month In Review || November
If I sign up for the 5k one, do any 10k or half marathons count for that month? Example indianapolis mini in may do I still need to run a 5k that month also?
Hi Rachel, if you sign up for the 5k challenge it will need to be a total of 13 5Ks and you don’t necessarily have to run one each month. You might want to consider the variety challenge. That way the 5K, 10K, and half count
Let me know if you have any other questions
jillconyers recently posted..Month In Review || November
I am so excited I cold cry. I thought I couldn’t run my entire life. 80lbs down later I have finished my first half marathon and 10 5k’s this year. I love my life and I love the high I get from races. I can’t wait to see what this year brings in my life. Thanks for the challenge!
Danielle that is awesome! I feel the same way about running. Would you be interested in writing a short blurb about why you decided to join 13 in 2013 for an upcoming blog post?
2013 is going to be epic!
jillconyers recently posted..Month In Review || November
I would love to. I think I emailed you about writing a blurb about why I joined the group and I would be happy to. Thanks for reading the comments. Sometimes I feel it is pointless because some people never look back at their comments.
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Love this! Just the push I need to get out of my comfort zone
I’m so excited to participate and my first race will be on New Years Eve, I will start 2013 doing what I love most! I will only have 12 more to go!!
Thank you for this great idea!
Karina that is awesome and the perfect way to start a new year! New Year’s Eve is always a fun time to run a race.
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ok, I signed up for 13.1
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Yay! I’m partial to the 13.1
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I really would love to give this a try, as long as virtual races are allowed.
Yay! Definitely count the virtual races. Jen and I will be hosting 6 throughout the year.
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This sounds like a great idea. I just signed up. Hoping for mostly halves. Thanks for putting this together.
Yay and welcome Rene’! I have loved seeing all of my plans and efforts come together
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[...] on decided to do more trail races. I also wanted to run more races in new states. Then I found Jill’s 13 in 2013 challenge. The idea is to run 13 races in [...]
I will totally run 13 races, but I am not sure if I am going to stick with all races in the same distance this time! I plan on doing at least one marathon, 2 ultras and a smattering of other races.
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Yay! Sounds like the variety option will be perfect for you
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I’m IN! DONE.
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Yay! Welcome!!
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I did 12 races in 2011 and was so proud of myself! I was hesitant to try it again because it was seriously hard work. I’m looking forward to the challenge in 2013 and can’t wait to see where it leads!
Congrats! Agreed that it’s hard work. There were times this year when I didn’t think I could run 12 half marys in 2012. I’m so glad I did
So, did you join 13 in 2013
What distance?
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I think I did. I added my name to the spreadsheet and blogged about it. I’m doing the 5k distance. I might throw in a 10k and sprint tri, too, for fun.
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[...] committing to Jill Conyers 13 in 2013 challenge. I will complete 13 races in 2013. The majority of the races will be the 5k distance, but I’d [...]
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I can’t wait to get this started! I love this idea!
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Thanks Emily and welcome! 2013 is going to be about epic running!
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I’m so excited to do this challenge! 2012 was full of injury for me, so 2013 is going to be better
Welcome Monique! Here’s to an injury free 2013!!
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This looks like fun! I wish I had saw this before I made my race list as I would’ve participated! I’m registered in a mix of races next year (14 so far) so I don’t think I’ll be able to register for 13 of the same distance races
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Hi Ali,
Sorry I didn’t see this sooner. You can still sign up!! We have a variety option with the goal being running a combination of distances 5k, 10k, half, full, trails! Let me know if you have any questions.
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[...] you signed up for the 13 in ’13 Challenge yet? DO [...]
[...] am excited to announce that I am teaming up with Jen, Marathon Mom, to host 13 in 2013! One of my greatest running accomplishments was crossing the finish line on November 11 to reach my [...]
[...] Are You Ready to Run 13 in 2013? by Jill – If you love races, this is a great challenge to sign up for. Pick your distance or even pick the varying distances and walk or run 13 races during 2013. I am signed up to walk 13 5Ks in 2013. I am already starting to make my list. [...]
[...] to Are You Ready To Run 13 in 2013? for more info and to sign [...]
I just signed up!
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[...] Are you ready to run? Get all of the challenge details here: Are You Ready to Run 13 in 2013? [...]
I decided to go for it! I didn’t run much this past year and really needed some motivation to get back in my running shoes. I’ve never ran anything close to 13 races, but I do much better when I have a goal in mind. Looking forward to 13 in 2013!!
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Welcome Monica! You can do this!!
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[...] I’ve wanted to explore (Rock N Roll Philly). Why am I doing this? Well… I found this 13in2013 challenge and though, why [...]
[...] it’s about commitment, effort and progress! Jill is also the pioneering force behind 13 in Twenty-Thirteen (teaming up with ), and she will be running her first 50 mile race this [...]
[...] still plan on doing 13 5Ks in 2013. Most of the 5Ks in our area start in March, so there will be plenty to choose [...]
This is a great idea!! I already have 9 for sures this year
Just need to pick up a couple more!!! Thank you!
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Planning 13 in 2013 has been a lot of work but well worth it! I’m looking forward to following your year!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
OK, I am in! It will be a variety of races from 5ks to a full marathon. Let’s go!
Nicole recently posted..My Life in Numbers
Welcome Nicole! 2013 is going to be epic!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
[...] was a success, I will probably not make any mileage goals during 2013. I have committed to walking 13 5Ks in 2013 which I think is a very attainable [...]
love this idea! i am in!
Welcome Michelle!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
Quick question:
My running goal for 2013 is to run 13 races (as well as my FIRST 13.1 miles) in 2013 (as published in my blog recently….. http://www.jenniferhalter.blogspot.ca )
My question is…..in order to be a part of this challenge, do all 13 races have to be the same distance? I’m hoping to consistantly increase my distance with each race (as I am a relative newbie)
Let me know! I’d love to take part!!!
J
Jenn Halter recently posted..13(.1) for 2013??
Hi Jenn
Sorry I didn’t see this sooner. No, you don’t have to run all the same distances. Your goal would be the variety 13 in 2013 option. Let me know if you signed up and if you didn’t and want to I will add you.
Happy New Year!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
Hi there, this is so great, as I have already planned on doing 13 13.1′s in 2013! I’ve started a blog and am so excited. I’ll also be running one or two marathons, a few relays, and several 5 and 10K’s. I’m jazzed to be a part of this group! Happy running Ladies!!
Michelle
Hi Michelle. After 12 (half marathons) in 2012 I’m partial to the 13.1s!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
Saw this on twitter…I’m joining
Welcome Abby! Make sure you join the FB group
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
[...] you’re looking for a resolution you can stick to in 2013, then I recommend heading over to this blog. I heard of 13 in 2013 via Twitter (my source for news). I had already toyed with doing [...]
I am in!
I just started walking 12/26/11 and ran my first half on 11/30/12.
My goal of 13 races will hopefully include a 25k, 2 halfs, and the remainder 10ks or 5ks.
Wow, that is amazing progress in a year!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
thanks! that means a lot coming from you!
cody82414 recently posted..13 in 2013 – taking the plunge!
[...] details and sign up information here 13 In 2013 [...]
I’m down and I’m so excited for this challenge! I’m already signed up for four so far and have two more on the horizon! Looking forward to completing my first half marathon on January 20th and starting off 2013 with a bang!
Awesome Nicole! Love the energy
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
This challenge has gotten me excited about running again. I registered for 2-5 k’s, 2-10k’s and a half already!
Excited about running…love that!! 2013 is going to be epic!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
[...] I want to do something a little more. So, I’ve signed up for the 5 by the 5th challenge and the 13 in 2012 challenge. Both challenges involve running real or virtual races each month. the 5 by the 5th should be pretty [...]
Bummed I found this challenge a day late. Oh well, I am going to watch how everyone else does and stay motivated that way. I think I will go for 13 in 2013 anyway. What a good challenge!
Hi Becca. I think I already emailed you but just in case. By popular demand we extended the sign up to 1/6. Welcome!!
Did you join the FB group?
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
[...] last night and registered for a yearlong fitness challenge. It was offered by Jill another blogger here. The challenge was running thirteen races in two thousand thirteen. This seems so do able even with [...]
Is it really too late to sign up!?! I just now found this!
Hi Whitney. Email me at jillconyers@gmail.com.
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
[...] 13 races in 2013. I’m doing Jill’s 13 in 13 challenge, and I’ve already signed up for 7 races just before July. [...]
[...] Number 1 – I will go from running only one race in 2012, to running 13 races in 20131. Jan. 19 – Charleston Half Marathon 2. Jan. 26 – Charlie Post 15K 3. Feb. 9 – Morris Island [...]
I just signed up… I hope you’ll take it even though I’m a day late!!
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I’ll gladly take it! Welcome
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
[...] 13 5Ks in 2013. Jill and Jen have teamed up to host 13 in 2013. Participants pick their distance (or a variety) [...]
Yay, thank you for including a variety of race distances!! I am in for 2013!!
One question for you is do they have to be road races only or do triathlons count too?
Leana recently posted..Highlights From 2012
Hi Leana. The variety challenge is the most popular. A tri would count as the variety or if the distance of the tri (is it a 10K) is the same as your distance of choice it can count for that too. Make sense?
Welcome!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
I just stumbled upon this today,…hope you’ll take me too!
*LOVE* this concept/challenge!
I will happily take you
By popular demand we extended the sign up to 1/6. Welcome!!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
Just heard about this from a Mamavation sista. She said it was extended through the 6th, so I signed up on the doc. I hope it’s not too late! I’m a slow runner…just started last summer, but I signed up for and finished 7 5Ks in the last half of the year. I’m excited for 2013!
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Hi Greta. No, it’s not too late. By popular demand we extended the sign up to 1/6. Welcome!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
Just heard about this sounds perfect for me. This is the year I am finding the athlete in me I love the challenge and look forward to doing it in 2013
Welcome Rebecca! Happy to have you join! Did you join the FB group?
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
can we still sign up??? please?
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Yes! By popular demand sign up has been extended to 1/6! Welcome! Let me know if you have any questions.
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
Yes. By popular demand we extended the sign up to 1/6. Welcome!!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
[...] 13 races in 2013 [...]
I signed up for the 26.2 challenge, think i’m the only one?! Anyways I’ll be running 13+ events of marathon distance or greater providing I keep good health!
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Hi Jarrod. That is awesome! I think there may be one or 2 others taking on the 26.2. I look forward to following your year.
Good health and happy running!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
[...] have also recently signed up for a new challenge – to do 13 races in 2013. Jill at Fitness, Health and Happiness has set this up and has even secured sponsors and prizes! Am [...]
I just signed up-hope I did it right! Right now I am signed up for Disney’s Princess Half Marathon, plus I plan to do the Tower of Terror and Food and Wine-now I just need to find 10 more before the end of 2013!
I’m signing up right now – thanks for extending the deadline!
Becca recently posted..January 1st!
I just stumbled upon this today and I’m in!!! I’ll do variety since I am currently a 5Ker, but want to add at least 1 10k and at least 1 half (was supposed to do two, but they both cancelled this week, so bummed). Thanks so much!!!!
[...] Race. Race. Race. Specifically, do 13 races. Yes 13. Why? because I stumbled across this awesome 13in2013 challenge that I think and hope will be great motivation. I’m signing up for the “variety” [...]
[...] 13 races in 2013? I seemed to get the idea in my head the other day that this was entirely possible for me to accomplish. There are six virtual races which will help make this goal a real possibility. For nearly half the races I will not have to worry about lining up a babysitter or working around my husbands hectic work schedule. [...]
[...] saw this 13 in 2013 challenge and signed up for it because it is “easily” attainable. I mean there are 5ks all the time. I am [...]
[...] 5 by the 5th series can be found here: 5 by the 5th and the 13 in 2013 can be found here: 13 in 2013 (she extended sign-ups until 1/6). Both are FREE so hurry on over to sign up! [...]
[...] my broken toe is finally healed euphoria, I signed up for a challenge. 13 races in 2013 a challenge presented by Jill Conyers. I might not be right in the head. Possible brain damage [...]
I’m so behind in reading posts I just read this one, bummer i missed the deadline! This would have been fun to join. Good luck!
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Hi Andrea
By popular demand we extended the sign up to 1/6. Go sign up and welcome!! Join the 13 in 2013 FB group too
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I just found out about this today, and luckily I was still able to sign up. Thanks for extending it!
I’m doing “variety” because I have races planned all over the board (everything from half marathons to my first 100K). Thanks for hosting this. I’m super stoked to do this challenge with everyone!! 
Welcome Tanya! It’s going to be an awesome year! Make sure you join the 13 in 2013 FB group!
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I found out about this through Tanya just a few minutes ago. It was posted on her blog. I’m also doing ‘variety’ because we may plan to expand our family this year if it works out that way. I probably won’t be running ultras or even full marathons, but simply everything up to a half marathon. We’ll see. There is an endurance event in the fall and if I’m not pregnant by then I’ll have a hard time resisting it. = ) Excited to do this challenge with all of you. Best wishes!
Hi Jennifer and welcome! What is the the endurance event?
All the best in 2013
jillconyers recently posted..What’s For Dinner Menu Planning || Diet-To-Go
I’m IN
1 down; 12 to go!
Woohoo
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Congrats Jeanae!
jillconyers recently posted..What’s For Dinner Menu Planning || Diet-To-Go
Hi Jilly~
I was able to get onto the Google Doc. But not add my linky. Will you be sending out more info on how the blog hop will happen? Or just come back here? You Rock! Thanks so much for doing this!
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Hi Candy
What blogging platform are you using? I can help with WordPress but not Blogger. The FB group is great at helping with Blogger. You can ask there how to add the button. Do you mean the blog hop for race recaps? Yes, we’ll be sharing info soon! Email me with the contact jill link above if you have more questions. I’m happy to help!
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[...] the remaining needed races for my 13in2013 challenge (I have completed 1, have 8 remaining, and need 4 additional… Ideas are [...]
[...] 13 in 2013 is something I found out about a few days ago but thought I had missed the sign up date – luckily they extended sign ups and I’m in!! [...]
Hate that I just found this blog! I am running 13 in 2013 but have set no specific distance for myself just the goal to run 13 races! Can’t wait to read updates!
I just found this blog…I’m confused about how to sign up. Is there a cost? Do you just add your name to the spreadsheet? I see that the dates have been extended but, I’m not sure if I missed it or not? I’d love to commit to this awesome challenge….if I’m not too late. Any info or guidance related to sign up would be greatly appreciated! THANKS!!!!
Hi Keenun,
Were you able to sign up? Just making sure
jillconyers recently posted..What’s For Dinner Menu Plan
No….only because I’m not really sure how!
Do I just add my name to the Google doc? Thanks for your help!
[...] that’s right. Despite my declaration to run 13 races in 2013, I have not been running at [...]
[...] and do a long run instead. The other part of me really wants to get a run under my belt for the 13 in 2013 challenge. I haven’t participated in a road race since Thanksgiving, so it would be a nice [...]
[...] I have been debating whether or not to sign up for the 13 in 2013 challenge hosted by Jill and Jen. I signed up for 12 half marathons in 2012 this year and I only [...]
[...] to check another race off for the 13 in 2013 Challenge too. Two down, eleven to go! I’m actually really starting to look forward to the 5K I’m [...]
Hi, I just came across your blog today!! I love this challenge. My husband and I are planning to do several races this year, so why not add more to complete 13! Is it too late to sign up for the challenge? Thank you!!
[...] haven’t found all the races I plan to do yet this spring & summer, but I did sign up with Jill Conyers to run 13 in 2013. Oh my! I really did it! Sometimes I get so excited & then after I [...]
I wish I’d found this in time to register!
I did do at least one 5k on my treadmill last month and a virtual 5k yesterday. So even if I can register I think I’ll try to do this 13 in 2013 anyway u officially 
love this idea!! Wish I could register but still find it super motivating!! Thanks for the idea!
[...] #3 of 13 in 2013! Only 10 more to [...]
[...] got a little over zealous with signing up for Virtual Runs last December. I signed up for 13 in 2013, Run 5 by the 5th, and 13 in 2013 Virtual Race Series. I missed the first run for Run 5 by the 5th [...]
[...] last year, I signed up for Jill Conyer’s 13 in 2013 running challenge. The goal of the challenge is to complete 13 races in the distance of your choosing during 2013. [...]
[...] 2 things to remember when you start feeling burned out…it’s temporary and there are ways to get past it and love running again. I promise. Karen shares her tips to staying motivated to run 13 in 2013. [...]
[...] Ready to sign up? You have until December 31st to sign up before registration closes! So go NOW! Go sign up and get more detailed info from Jill’s post here –> http://jillconyers.com/2012/11/fitness-friday-are-you-ready-to-run-13-in-2013/ [...]
[...] but it’s not finished yet. Jill Conyers at Fitness, Health, & Happiness is holding a 13 in 2013 challenge and I’ve signed up for it! I’m excited because this will keep me motivated for the [...]
[...] female winner of The Biggest Loser, Ali Vincent who gave a shout out for her 2013 running goal of 13 in 2013 Challenge, which is a group that I am also a member of that includes runners setting a goal to run 13 races [...]
[...] 13 5Ks in 2013. Jill and Jen have teamed up to host 13 in 2013. Participants pick their distance (or a variety) [...]
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Hi, I just finished my 4th 1/2 marathon this year. I set a goal of running one 1/2 a month and at the race on Sunday another runner told me about this 13 in 13 challenge so I said why not! I am new to running; don’t know much about it. On a whim (without trainng) I ran a full marathon when I was 55. Then this year, at 57, I ran my first 1/2 in January and compared to running the full, it was so fun; I could easily still walk at the end. I said 1/2′s are so fun, I think I’ll do one a month and off I went. I still have no ‘knowledge’ on how to run etc; just bought my first running magazine; am considering buying runners world new run guide book; would love to get some coaching; my best half time is 2:12; would love to run a sub 2:00! So I’m excited to join this group and see where I can go!
[...] 2. 13 5Ks in 2013. [...]
[...] 2. 13 5Ks in 2013. [...]
[...] races including a 25k on May 19 and at least one other half marathon within the year. Thanks to http://jillconyers.com/2012/11/fitness-friday-are-you-ready-to-run-13-in-2013/ for the [...]