Ep 80: 1000 Miles in 2025 — How I Achieved It and Everything I Learned Chasing This Big Goal

In this episode, I’m sharing the story behind a goal that took me over a decade to reach: running 1,000 miles in a single year. From juggling work, motherhood, injuries, and midlife changes to training for multiple races, this journey was anything but perfect — but it was incredibly meaningful.

I break down how I structured my year, what worked (and what didn’t), and the powerful lessons I learned about consistency, grit, joy, and chasing big goals in a busy season of life. This episode isn’t just about running — it’s about who you become when you commit to something that matters to you.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why 1,000 miles became a meaningful goal after years of running

• How I navigated injuries, setbacks, and real-life constraints

• Monthly mileage breakdowns from January through December

• Why consistency matters more than perfection

• The trade-offs that come with chasing big goals

• How joy — not grit — became my greatest motivator

• Why your goals don’t need to make sense to anyone else

Whether you’re chasing a running goal, a health goal, or a personal dream, this episode will remind you that it’s not about the finish line — it’s about the journey and the growth along the way.

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~Allison