Goodbye 2011, HELLO 2012

2011 was a year of learning within all facets of my life - what works, what doesn't, finding balance (and not finding balance), and finally settling into my 'niche' here in Nashville

I'm actually excited to say good bye to 2011 and embrace 2012. This year will be about strengthening what I've learned- not let running take over my life, being engaged wherever I am- work, races, outtings with friends / family etc., and continually working on being a better person.

Fitness

• 1000 miles for the year- as long as I don't get injured, this should be attainable.
• Dialing back racing to 1 half marathon a month, unless I get a double header (1 scheduled already!)
• I'm starting the year at 22 states, would like to end with 35, more always welcome :)
• Since I have a hard time with LONG TERM goals, each month I'm going to focus on 1 fitness specific goal that isn't always based on mileage. January I decided to do Ab Ripper X every other day to strengthen my core (anxious to see results at end of month) 
• Do 1 adventure type race (warrior dash, tough mudder etc)
• Break into the 1:40s for 1/2 mary distance
• Run another 'official' 10k and break 50 min
• Register for a marathon---- yes I finally said it! 

Career

• Will FINALLY take my CHES (certified health education specialist) April 28 (still need to officially register)
• Update all other current certifications deemed necessary
• Pursue other opportunities as they arise / interest me. 

Social

• Need to join some type of group that meets up (maybe running group or, finally join a church down here??)
• Get an address book, update all contacts, and every so often send out snail mail "just because" 
• continue to work on not 'splurging' on unnecessary items and "fun weekends"

Well-Being

• Build and MAINTAIN emergency fund
• Zero credit card debt
• Get back to journaling weekly (daily is UNrealistic) 
• This will always be a work in progress- but need to de-clutter and organize