Ten days ago, I ran my first marathon since the Boston Marathon in 2016 and I still smile when I think about the experience. Was it a PR or a well-executed race? Not really. What made it special is that I DID IT. It was difficult to step away and take some time off from… Continue reading Run 4 Troops Recap
Author: Shelley Navis
I am a wife, mother, and runner. I also enjoy hiking, baking, reading, and dancing like a fool whenever I get the chance. I seek to be vulnerable and authentic in my life and to live for Christ, shining his light into the world by loving others.
Untethered
When I was in the throes of my eating disorder, it felt as though I was a prisoner in my own mind and body, chained to my goals and expectations. Nearly every choice I made related to food and exercise felt like a choice I had to make in order to gain approval or feel… Continue reading Untethered
Giving my Heart and Soles
I have been reflecting on my race last Sunday at the Eau Claire Half Marathon. It was my first solo race in nearly two years and I had been looking forward to it for weeks. I was more than half way through my training for the Run 4 Troops marathon at the end of June… Continue reading Giving my Heart and Soles
A Time to Every Purpose
While I do not love harsh winters, one of the things I love about Wisconsin is the changing seasons. I love variety and there is something special about each season. The budding trees, newly blooming flowers, and promise of new beginnings each spring, cool summer nights looking at the stars and catching fire flies, chilly… Continue reading A Time to Every Purpose
Trust Your Path
For those who know me well, you may scoff if I say that my career path has been a little windy. I have known since I was young that I love to be around people and to help others, but there are many careers that fit this description. My first true inkling of what I… Continue reading Trust Your Path
A Few of my Favorite Things
I have a few things that are on my bucket list and two of them are to run a marathon in all fifty states before I turn 50 and to see all of the historic mansions in the United States (perhaps I will write about some of the other things in a later post). Running… Continue reading A Few of my Favorite Things
Step Into the Light
For the past few years, I have been on a journey of self-discovery by facing my shame and owning and accepting my vulnerability. It began when I started to accept my eating disorder and seek recovery. Given my career choice (school counselor), it feels strange to admit that prior to my eating disorder, I usually… Continue reading Step Into the Light
Birds of a Feather Run Together
About two years ago, I joined a community of women runners called Oiselle. I learned about it from a former college cross-country teammate. At the time, I was feeling very isolated as a runner and struggling to find meaning and purpose after I completed my journey to the Boston Marathon. This community has been nothing… Continue reading Birds of a Feather Run Together
My Wish for My Daughter
Throughout my eating disorder recovery, I have had to remind myself that it is okay to feel lost and broken. At the same time, it is important to recognize that I am not my thoughts or my feelings. I have depth that reaches to my soul, where my love and passion can outshine my ED. My… Continue reading My Wish for My Daughter
How About a Warm Glass of Mom Guilt?
I have a confession to make, and I am sure many other women can relate: I am NOT Super Mom. Don't get me wrong, I love my children and I make sure I affirm that fact on a daily basis, but I am far from perfect. There have been some ugly moments during my time… Continue reading How About a Warm Glass of Mom Guilt?
Redefined Runner 