2013 Will Be No Accident!
Undoubtedly 2012 has been an amazing year! Now what? I’m going to live life with intention and to live that life I have, the sometimes dreaded, given a bad rap and often recommended against, goals for the new year.
Setting the intention is paving an uncreated road, goal setting is walking the road. Mary Anne Radmacher
I know my intentions. Now it’s time for new goals.
Goal [noun] the object of a person’s ambition or effort; an aim or desired result; the destination of a journey
Synonyms
aim – purpose – target – object – objective – end – mark
2013 Goals
Family (it’s a given that they are my #1 priority):
- monthly dates with Chad (half being other than run dates)
- continue sit down family dinners more nights of the week than not
Fitness:
- run a half, full, 50K and my FIRST 50 miler
- run 13 in 2013: trail races
- hold a 7 minute plank
- complete transition to natural running (4 weeks to go)
- run at least 2 fun runs (mud and color)
Blogging:
- attend a fitness-blogging conference
Photography:
- capture 52 weeks of Chad and Jill
Creating:
- create a 2013 running scrapbook
13 in 2013 Update
- we currently have 478 participants (WOW!)
- details and sign up information here 13 In 2013
- sign ups close today at 11:59 p.m. EST
Sponsor Reveal
What is The Color Run™?
The Color Run™ 5k is a unique experience focused less on speed and more on crazy color fun with friends and family. Color runners come from all different ages, shapes, sizes, and speeds; but everyone toeing the start line has a blast. Whether you are a casual morning mall walker or an Olympic athlete, the 3 miles of The Color Run™ course will be the most memorable and colorful run of your life!
The Color Run is generously providing 300 discount codes for 13 in 2013!
My husband and I ran a color race this year. We smiled so much our faces hurt and it was the perfect running break from traditional training and races!
My husband and I will be running The Color Run Cincinnati! Who wants to join us?
If not Cincinnati, find a location near you and sign up. You won’t regret it!
Mark your calendars for the 13 in 2013 Virtual Races!
Details and sign-up coming soon!
Do you set goals? I’ve read a lot about how, more often than not, setting goals leads to unrealistic expectations and failure. What do you think? Are goals helpful and motivating or frustrating? Have you ever run a color run?
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I'm a wife, mom of 2, Swiftwick, FitFluential, Sweat Pink and Girls Gone Sporty Ambassador that is passionate about running, plant-based nutrition, fitness and an overall healthy lifestyle. Living a healthy life is not about perfection. It's about commitment, effort and progress! 
Oh my gosh I’m so excited! I was going to do Cleveland’s color run! That’s awesome! And great goals, can’t wait to read you accomplishing them
Emily recently posted..How to Lose Weight Without “Dieting”
Awesome! You will love the color. It really is the happiest race on earth
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
AMEN.
All things with intention here too in 2013.
Miz recently posted..STOP REREADING!
It’s no exaggeration when I say that changing my mindset to be more intentional changed how I live life
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
This is going to be so much fun! Thank you for getting us the discount! Happy New Years!
Andrea recently posted..New Years Eve and an Elliptical Workout
Agreed! So excited for 2013
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
Like you, I prefer to focus on intentions. I’m excited to see you go for the 50 miler! Almost makes me want to do one… someday. Hope we pick the same bloggy conference so we can finally meet!
Laura @ Mommy Run Fast recently posted..Kicking off the Virtual Race series with a $100 giftcard giveaway
I should have made our real life meet up a goal
The thought of the 50 miler still kind of freaks me out!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
YAY! Great Goals! You are definitely ready for a great year
Krysten Siba Bishop (@darwinianfail) recently posted..2012 – The Year I Became a Runner
I am so excited to race and race and race in 2013!
Kat recently posted..Sad to say goodbye to 2012!
Me too Kat! That enthusiasm is what will keep you focused on this goal all year long
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
I started the year with a major resolution to lose 50 lbs….Didn’t quite get there – I am at 36 lbs, but also accomplished things I NEVER thought I would do – became a runner, ran a 5k, a COLOR RUN!, a 8k and my first half marathon! Not too shabby….
I am going into 2013 knowing I can accomplish my goals! I want to get to goal weight, run 1000 miles in 2013 while doing 13in2013!
Deana recently posted..Recap :: 2012 Resolution Goals
Amazing Deana! Definitely not too shabby
Far from it!
I’m looking forward to seeing you rock your goals in 2013!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
I am open to anything in 2013! I’m excited
Happy New Year!
xo
Kierston recently posted..Little Things Monday #3: New Year’s Edition
Sounds like a fabulous year ahead- can’t wait to see all of the virtual races!
Tami Grandi recently posted..Sending 2012 out with a Bang!
love this notion of living with intention! Can you tell me more?
cody82414 recently posted..13 in 2013 – taking the plunge!
I have always set a goal for the year but never let anyone in on it. This year was the first time and I found great success in putting it out to the universe. My focus this year is balance in life, family, hobbies, career,etc. It’s been my weakest point this past year and it needs to change.
Great list of virtual races! Can’t wait for the fun!
Angela @ Happy Fit Mama recently posted..New Year, New Goals
I did the Color Run! It’s fun to do with friends. Not a lot of people actually run it.
I consider January 1st as more of reminder to achieve the goals I already have in place and to “live with intention” as you say.
Julie recently posted..MIMM: "Frandmas"
Best wishes to you for a wonderful and fun filled 2013!
Elle recently posted..So Long 2012…
Color Run is on my list of races to do! Very happy to see they are coming my way this year.
Shay @ Whine Less, Breathe More recently posted..Game Plan 2013
Woohoo! I’m sooo excited!!!! Happy New Year Jill!
Mindy @ Road Runner Girl recently posted..Instead Softcup Review
I so agree with you Jill – it’s all about living with intention! Great goals you have for 2013. So looking forward to taking on new challenges with 13 in 2013! Happy New Year!!
Michelle @ Running with Attitude recently posted..Recharging for 2013
Great goals for 2013, love the fact you also made family goals and put them first!
Christine recently posted..Goals 2012 – How did I do?
Intention is my word for 2013 too! Yes, no accidents next year. Embracing everything and doing things with intention and purpose from my heart. I’m really excited for you and to see what 2013 brings your way. Happy New Year! And so awesome that so many folks have signed up for 13 in 2013!!
Christine @ Love, Life, Surf recently posted..Intentions for the New Year
Looking forward to accomplishing my 2013 goals!
So fun! And so many great goals! I can’t wait to follow along. Unfortunately I won’t be able to commit to the 13 in 2013 since my running has to go on hold. Bummer.
Tina @ Best Body Fitness recently posted..Not Moving It Monday: Giving In, Not Giving Up
That is a perfect saying
Great goals Jill, I still need to write mine down to make them official 
Jen recently posted..Are you ready for 2013?!
I AM A SLUG after reading this!
At 55, I don’t set specific goals anymore – yet I do think of things I want to do.. my Jan. 1st post is about this thought process.
I do want to do more videos! OK, after seeing my cell phone video – I know you are laughing your arse off!
Happy New year!
Jody – Fit at 54 recently posted..Gratitude Monday & The New Year
I am looking forward to the virtual races
Can’t wait for details. I do set goals! I have a nice long list of them for 2013! Including my first marathon!
I did the Color Run this year in St. Pete. It was a blast!!
beka @ rebecca roams recently posted..Being anti-resolution + 2013 Goals
Great goals! I can’t wait to follow your 50 miler journey!
Jamie @ couchtoironwoman recently posted..2013 – The Year of Triathlons
yay! I’m so excited for 2013! and last year’s color run sold out before I could register, so hopefully I will get in this year.
pensive pumpkin recently posted..Six Impossible Things Before Breakfast: 2013 Goals
Oh Jill I’m so thrilled with accomplishing the 12 in 2012….and excited for the participation you have in 13. I think I’m going for 13 races, but not just half marathons, that was tough to do! Love all your goals will have to think of mine and blog them too!
Tina recently posted..12 in 2012
Wow, so much running for the year! Although that being said, I’m planning for a marathon so that should be fun!
I’m glad that 2012 has been great for you, and here’s to an even better 2013! May diligence be with you in this awesome year!
Nick Goodall recently posted..My Map For 2013 (Well, Part Of It)
Holy Cow ! 50K and 50 miler that is amazing.
I posted my goals today too and 13 in 13 is my number 1!
Abby @ BackAtSquareZero recently posted..2013 Goals – Running
Did the 13 in 2013 already close?? I had forgotten
but the link redirects me! Let me know!! I’d love to help promote too!
Hi Marissa
Email me at jillconyers@gmail.com!
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
YAY! I’ve wanted to do a color run! Can’t wait! I know that they don’t time these, though, so will it count for the 13 in ’13 challenge? Excited!
Carrie @ Season It Already! recently posted..No Resolution New Year – The Happiness Route
Hi Carrie. The color runs are a blast! Yes! Definitely count it toward your goal
jillconyers recently posted..Living Life with Intention || Goals for 2013
I break out my goals into different areas of my life, too! I just finished them up and posted them today.
I’d LOVE to do a Color Run, but the DC race is already sold out! UGH!
Thea Rudland recently posted..2013 Goals!
I’m interested to follow you on your quest for optimal nutrition. I have been vegetarian for 3 years and mostly vegan for some of that time. I think my energy could be better but mostly I think what would benefit me most is cutting out processed food and reducing the sweets. I know paleo isn’t my thing because I couldn’t give up grains! I really don’t know if I could eat meat again as it just doesn’t sound appealing anymore!
Jamie @ Thrifty Veggie Mama recently posted..What I Ate Wednesday 1/2/13
I don’t think setting goals lead to unrealistic expectations and failure. I think that setting goals leads to success. Sure, you may not achieve all your goals, but if you don’t set them in the first place, you will have a harder time achieving any of them!
Looking forward to the 13 in 2013!!
Travel Spot recently posted..The Last Half
I am so excited to be doing this!!!!! Nervous I won’t be able to get that many races in, but still looking forward to trying!
Nicole v. recently posted..Clean Eating: Days 2-4
Good luck with your 2013 goals Jill!
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