Last run of 2015. A brisk 4 miles as the sun set on another...

Last run of 2015. A brisk 4 miles as the sun set on another year. This run put me just over 1500 miles for the year. With all the holidays, traveling, and parties, I was doubtful but somehow was able to squeeze in 130 miles this month to hit it. It’s been an incredible year of running and looking forward to more miles in 2016. Happy New Year! #chasingsunsets #running #goals #teamnuun #nuunbassador #beatyesterday #garmin #strava #newbalance #seemyrun #furtherfasterforever #blacksheeprun #werunsocial #instarunners #happynuunyear #newyear (at Cerritos Regional County Park)

Had a great time yesterday at the San Diego Holiday Half...

Had a great time yesterday at the San Diego Holiday Half Marathon. So awesome to end an amazing year of running with so many friends in the running community. Not to mention most of us giving back to the community by pacing and helping motivate others to reach their goals. #running #community #sdholidayhalf #halfmarathon #beastpacing #pacer #teamnuun #nuunbassador #sandiego #stayclassy (at San Diego Holiday Half Marathon)

San Diego Holiday Half Marathon completed as an official 2:00...

San Diego Holiday Half Marathon completed as an official 2:00 hour pacer. Final race of 2015 and finishing off half marathon number 20 for the year and 31 all time. #running #halfmarathon #sdholidayhalf #pacer #beastpacing #teamnuun #nuunlove #youstayclassy #sandiego #torreypines (at Torrey Pines State Beach)

San Diego holiday half marathon #running #beastpacing #pacer...

San Diego holiday half marathon #running #beastpacing #pacer #teamnuun (at Doubletree Golf Resort San Diego)

Put in 18 Christmas eve miles this morning around the Newport...

Put in 18 Christmas eve miles this morning around the Newport Back Bay and Balboa Island. Getting our #lamarathon training in before the busy weekend. Merry Christmas everyone! God bless! #amaurrunbuddy #running #marathon #training #unitela #fasted #teamnuun #nuunlove #newportbeach #latergram (at Balboa Island, Newport Beach)

Latest addition to my personal library courtesy of my work...

Latest addition to my personal library courtesy of my work secret Santa. I’ve been wanting to read this book since it was released. #naturalbornheroes #christophermcdougall #reading #books #hardcover #strength #endurance #fitness #running #crete #ww2

Received word today that after representing @nuunhydration this...

Received word today that after representing @nuunhydration this year as a #nuunbassador that I was invited on to Team Nuun! Honored and looking forward to representing @nuunhydration on another level in 2016! #nuunlove #nuun #teamnuun #stayhydrated #running #fitness #cycle #swimming #triathlon #ocr #stayactive

Honored to return as #nuunbassador for 2016. Seeing the badge...

Honored to return as #nuunbassador for 2016. Seeing the badge posted all over my timeline. Huge shout out the #nuun fam and to everyone joining #teamnuun! #nuunlove #running #cycle #swim #triathlon #ocr #fitness #stayactive #stayhydrated

It’s a Lone Star state #medalmonday. My 12th and final...

It’s a Lone Star state #medalmonday. My 12th and final @runrocknroll race and 9th different state of 2015. This also makes my 19th half marathon this year with one more to go at the end of the month. I can definitely say I got my #tourpass worth visiting new cities and making amazing memories with new friends from all over. #rnrsa #runrocknroll #heavymedals #bling #medal #travel #running #runcation #sanantonio #texas #riverwalk #nuunbassador #maurrunning #maurmedals #instamedals (at San Antonio Riverwalk)

Coming together from all corners of North America for the last...

Coming together from all corners of North America for the last time in 2015. Cumulatively, this group has run thousands of @runrocknroll race miles in this year alone. It’s been great sharing the road with these amazing individuals this year and looking forward to sharing more miles with everyone in 2016! #blacksheeprun #runfam #rnrsa #tourpass #heavymedals #running #travel #runcation #nuunbassador #sanantonio #texas (at Rock n Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon Expo)

Rock n Roll San Antonio half marathon done! RNR race 12 for me...

Rock n Roll San Antonio half marathon done! RNR race 12 for me and 10 for my #amaurrunbuddy! It’s been quite a 2015. We’ll see where 2016 brings us! #rnrsa #runrocknroll #tourpass #heavymedals #running #travel #runcation #nuunbassador #sanantonio #texas #maurrunning #maurfinishes (at Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon)

Rock N Roll San Antonio! #rnrsa #runrocknroll #running (at Rock...

Rock N Roll San Antonio! #rnrsa #runrocknroll #running (at Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon)

Final Rock N Roll tour pass obligatory gear shot for 2015. Got...

Final Rock N Roll tour pass obligatory gear shot for 2015. Got into town late so we’ll be getting our bibs in the morning. Sporting our #rnrsf shirts as it was the start of out 2015 tour pass journey. Ready to run San Antonio! #rnrsa #runrocknroll #tourpass #heavymedals #running #travel #runcation #gear #nuunbassador #garmin #gopro #newbalance #nike #lululemon #sanantonio #texas #amaurrunbuddy #maurrunning (at Rock n Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon Expo)

#tbt to stopping by Big Sur after my #amaurrunbuddy and I...

#tbt to stopping by Big Sur after my #amaurrunbuddy and I completed our #calicombo at #rnrsj. @runrocknroll just released the new Cali Combo medal today and it looks like we may have to do it again! #mycalicombo #runrocknroll #running #rnrsf #rnrsd #medals #bling #nuunbassador #bigsur #throwbackthursday #maurrunning (at McWay Falls)

The beautiful inaugural USA Half Marathon Invitational medal. ...

The beautiful inaugural USA Half Marathon Invitational medal. #medalmonday #bling #running #halfmarathon #usahalfmarathoninvitational #superheroevents #nuunbassador #instamedals #instarunners #americasfinestcity #sandiego #youstayclassy (at USA Half Marathon Invitational)

After 8 weeks straight of running at least a half marathon, I...

After 8 weeks straight of running at least a half marathon, I was scheduled to finally get some rest this weekend. My #amaurrunbuddy had other plans and instead of being a cheerleader I ended up bring her personal pacer. Easy pace, good course, and perfect San Diego weather made for nice little Saturday morning run with my love. #running #usahalfmarathoninvitational #superheroevents #halfmarathon #nuunbassador #furtherfasterforever #sandiego #youstayclassy #whalesvagina #maurrunning #maurfinishes (at USA Half Marathon Invitational)

Because when MEB is out there cheering YOU on, you have to stop...

Because when MEB is out there cheering YOU on, you have to stop and take a selfie! #usahalfmarathon #usahalfmarathoninvitational #running #halfmarathon #nuunbassador #sandiego #mebkeflezighi #meb #sketchersperformance (at USA Half Marathon Invitational)

USA Half Marathon Invitational #running #halfmarathon (at USA...

USA Half Marathon Invitational #running #halfmarathon (at USA Half Marathon Invitational)

It’s official! My first full marathon course and my...

It’s official! My first full marathon course and my “backyard” of running. It’s only fitting I am an ambassador for this great race! Come join me on May 1, 2016. #running #ocmarathon #ambassador #halfmarathon #marathon #orangecounty #newportbeach #costamesa #coronadelmar #fashionisland #southcoastplaza #nuunbassador #ocfair #beachcitieschallenge (at OC Marathon and Half Marathon)

Who runs a 10K, then runs the 2+ miles from the finish to the...

Who runs a 10K, then runs the 2+ miles from the finish to the start of the half marathon to run the half? This group of crazies! Love my crazy run fam. #rnrlv #runrocknroll #tourpass #remixchallenge #heavymedals #running #10k #halfmarathon #backtoback #nuunbassador #lasvegas #stripatnight #runalltheraces (at Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Marathon & ½ Marathon)

Races 4 & 5 done… Challenge 2 done… Rock N...

Races 4 & 5 done… Challenge 2 done… Rock N Roll 10K & Half Marathon with my #amaurrunbuddy - Las Vegas, NV #rnrlv #runrocknroll #remixchallenge #heavymedals #tourpass #running #nuunbassador #lasvegas #maurfinishes #maurrunning (at Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Marathon & ½ Marathon)

Race 2 done… Rock N Roll Las Vegas 5K with my...

Race 2 done… Rock N Roll Las Vegas 5K with my #amaurrunbuddy - Las Vegas, NV #runrocknroll #rnrlv #tourpass #remixchallenge #running #heavymedals #nuunbassador #infinityremixchallenge #lasvegas (at Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Marathon & ½ Marathon)

1 down… Captain America 10K - Anaheim, CA #avengers10k...

1 down… Captain America 10K - Anaheim, CA #avengers10k #avengershalf #infinitygauntletchallenge #rundisney #running #nuunbassador #anaheim #disneyland #disney2lv #disney2lvx2 #infinityremixchallenge #marvel #onyourleft #maurfinishes (at Captain America 10K)

Captain America 10K! #rundisney #running #marvel #disney2lvx2 ...

Captain America 10K! #rundisney #running #marvel #disney2lvx2 (at Captain America 10K)

7th weekend in a row of running a race. This time I took it...

7th weekend in a row of running a race. This time I took it really easy as the official 2:20 pacer for #revelcanyoncity. A much slower pace than I’m used to and a downhill course with some rolling hills required a little more technique than usual to stay consistent but we did it and came in right on time. #beastpacing #running #nuunbassador #pacing #revel #azusa #maurfinishes (at REVEL Canyon City)

Amaur88… Amaur… AMOR…...

Amaur88… Amaur… AMOR… #amaurrunbuddy

#rnrphilly #runrocknroll #tourpass #heavymedals #questfor10 #running #nuunbassador #travel #philadelphia #pennysylvania #latergram #igcatchup (at Philadelphia Museum of Art)

Adding another city to our list. It was a quick turnaround trip...

Adding another city to our list. It was a quick turnaround trip to Philly but we made the most of our limited time here. Another great trip with my #amaurrunbuddy. #rnrphilly #runrocknroll #tourpass #heavymedals #running #travel #turnaroundtrip #nuunbassador #philadelphia

NOTE: @lululemon Fashion Island is holding a charity Instagram photo challenge. Our run club (@chasingnewport) ambassador, Junior, has selected @worldvision, a charity our run family has supported for many years, which goal is to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa. The orange #chasingnewport sticker will be included or featured in many of my posts from now until November 5th in an attempt to win a donation from #lululemon to #worldvision! (at Rock ‘n’ Roll Philadelphia Half Marathon)

“The reason we race isn’t so much to beat each...

“The reason we race isn’t so much to beat each other… but to be WITH each other” - Christopher McDougall, Born to Run

Rock N Roll Philadelphia pre and post race group shots with the #blacksheeprun family. From all over we come together to share miles and memories in various cities. Honored to know this crazy group of runners.

#rnrphilly #runrocknroll #tourpass #heavymedals #running #travel #nuunbassador #philadelphia (at Rock ‘n’ Roll Philadelphia Half Marathon)

Rock N Roll Philadelphia half marathon complete. @runrocknroll...

Rock N Roll Philadelphia half marathon complete. @runrocknroll race number 9 for me and number 8 for my #amaurrunbuddy. #rnrphilly #runrocknroll #tourpass #heavymedals #questfor10 #running #nuunbassador #travel #philadelphia

NOTE: @lululemon Fashion Island is holding a charity Instagram photo challenge. Our run club (@chasingnewport) ambassador, Junior, has selected @worldvision, a charity our run family has supported for many years, which goal is to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa. The orange #chasingnewport sticker will be included or featured in many of my posts from now until November 5th in an attempt to win a donation from #lululemon to #worldvision! (at Rock ‘n’ Roll Philadelphia Half Marathon)

Rock n Roll Philadelphia half marathon #rnrphilly #running ...

Rock n Roll Philadelphia half marathon #rnrphilly #running (at Rock ‘n’ Roll Philadelphia Half Marathon)

Because when in Philly…. #rocky #rnrphilly #runrocknroll...

At the #rnrphilly expo. Ready to run like Rocky and catch some...

At the #rnrphilly expo. Ready to run like Rocky and catch some 90s nostalgia rock tomorrow. #runrocknroll #tourpass #heavymedals #running #travel #nuunbassador #philadelphia

NOTE: @lululemon Fashion Island is holding a charity Instagram photo challenge. Our run club (@chasingnewport) ambassador, Junior, has selected @worldvision, a charity our run family has supported for many years, which goal is to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa. The orange #chasingnewport sticker will be included or featured in many of my posts from now until November 5th in an attempt to win a donation from #lululemon to #worldvision! (at Pennsylvania Convention Center - Philadelphia, PA (Philly))

#RNRPHILLY bound via LAS & IAH red eye. #runrocknroll...

#RNRPHILLY bound via LAS & IAH red eye. #runrocknroll #tourpass #travel #running #turnaroundtrip #nuunbassador #lasvegas #philadelphia

NOTE: @lululemon Fashion Island is holding a charity Instagram photo challenge. Our run club (@chasingnewport) ambassador, Junior, has selected @worldvision, a charity our run family has supported for many years, which goal is to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa. The orange #chasingnewport sticker will be included or featured in many of my posts from now until November 5th in an attempt to win a donation from #lululemon to #worldvision!
(at McCarran International Airport)

My sister passed away unexpectedly on October 2nd, 2012. At that...

My sister passed away unexpectedly on October 2nd, 2012. At that point I had just begun running, completing my first 2 5Ks earlier in the year. I was training for my first half marathon slated for the beginning of 2013 but decided that month I would push myself and signed up for the Surf City 10 miler and ended up running it 3 years in a row in memory of my sister. This year, I opted to skip my annual 10 miler and challenge myself even further with my #ragnarnapa Ultra to #rnrla back to back races, wearing purple on my final “leg” of the weekend in honor of my sister. Always in our hearts Ate Rocel. #amaurrunbuddy #napa2la #runrocknroll #tourpass #heavymedals #questfor10 #running #nuunbassador #backtoback #losangeles #runforareason #inmemory #purple #latergram #igcatchup (at Rock ‘n’ Roll Los Angeles Half Marathon)

The “fourth leg” of the weekend… Rock N Roll...

The “fourth leg” of the weekend… Rock N Roll Los Angeles half marathon. There were no PRs to be had here. Exhausted from #ragnarnapa and getting back to LA after midnight, we were not sure we would be up to run this race. What a difference a few hours of sleep in a real bed makes. We barely made it to the start line in time to meet with our friends who ended up giving us a much needed boost of energy. We ended up running a very easy race where we made it our point to just finish the race comfortably (with a decent time) and injury free. #amaurrunbuddy #napa2la #rnrla #runrocknroll#tourpass #heavymedals #questfor10 #running #nuunbassador #backtoback #losangeles #staplescenter #lakers #latergram #igcatchup (at Rock ‘n’ Roll Los Angeles Half Marathon)

35.4 miles in to #ragnarnapa and this is what I really felt...

35.4 miles in to #ragnarnapa and this is what I really felt like. All the miles ran, the miles driven, 3 hours of sporadic sleep, inconsistent eating, and I had one mile to go. About a mile before that sign I came across another team’s van as I was walking up the hill. The guy handed me a Gatorade, looked down and saw my green ultra bib and said “You are an ultra runner, that doesn’t happen by accident!” Those words from a random stranger pushed me to finish strong. That is why there is no better community than the @ragnarrelay community or the #running community in general. #onlyanultraragnar2015 #napa2la #ragnarnapa2015 #ragnarrelay #ultrateam #innerwild #nuunbassador #sanfrancisco #napa #maurrunselfies #maurrunning #latergram #igcatchup (at Ragnar Relay Napa Valley)

Another #medalmonday just because we did some pumpkin carving...

Another #medalmonday just because we did some pumpkin carving today and had that @ragnarrelay inspiration. That #ragnover is real! #onlyanULTRAragnar2015 #ragnarnapa #ragnarnapa2015 #ragnarrelay #ultrateam #innerwild #running #relay #medal #bling #halloween #pumpkin #carving

There it is… Team No WINEing, Its only an ULTRA completed...

There it is… Team No WINEing, Its only an ULTRA completed the 200ish mile trek from San Francisco to Napa! Much love to my awesome team. Each and every one of them absolutely rocked this run! #onlyanULTRAragnar2015 #ragnarnapa #ragnarnapa2015 #running #relay #innerwild #nuunbassador #ultrateam #2yearsinarow #maurrunning #calistoga #sanfrancisco #napa @ragnarrelay (at Ragnar Relay Napa Valley)

Our first legs are done. Getting a warm bite and hopefully a nap...

Our first legs are done. Getting a warm bite and hopefully a nap while our teammates take care of business. #amaurrunbuddy #onlyanULTRAragnar2015 #ragnarnapa #ultrateam #running #relay #nuunbassador #nuunlove #sebastopol (at Ramen Gaijin)

First leg done! “Only” 6+ hilly miles. I’ll...

First leg done! “Only” 6+ hilly miles. I’ll make up the miles on the next leg. 😨😱😵😖#onlyanULTRAragnar2015 #ragnarnapa #ragnarnapa2015 #running #relay #innerwild #nuunbassador #nuunlove #petaluma

NOTE: @lululemon Fashion Island is holding a charity Instagram photo challenge. Our run club (@chasingnewport) ambassador, Junior, has selected @worldvision, a charity our run family has supported for many years, which goal is to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa. The orange #chasingnewport sticker will be included or featured in many of my posts from now until November 5th in an attempt to win a donation from #lululemon to #worldvision! (at Marin French Cheese Company)

The team paying a visit to the “Painted Ladies”...

The team paying a visit to the “Painted Ladies” prior to our start. #onlyanULTRAragnar2015 #ragnarnapa #ragnarnapa2015 #ultrateam #running #relay #nuunbassador #nuunlove #sanfrancisco #innerwild #fullhouse (at Painted Ladies)

Our home for the next 24ish hours. Keep an eye out for us!...

Our home for the next 24ish hours. Keep an eye out for us! #onlyanULTRAragnar2015 #ragnarnapa #ultrateam #innerwild #running #relay #nuunbassador #nuunlove #ragnarnapa2015 #sausalito

NOTE: @lululemon Fashion Island is holding a charity Instagram photo challenge. Our run club (@chasingnewport) ambassador, Junior, has selected @worldvision, a charity our run family has supported for many years, which goal is to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa. The orange #chasingnewport sticker will be included or featured in many of my posts from now until November 5th in an attempt to win a donation from #lululemon to #worldvision! (at Sausalito, California)

Team No WINEing, its only an ULTRA is ready to rock #ragnarnapa!...

Team No WINEing, its only an ULTRA is ready to rock #ragnarnapa! 6 amazing runners splitting 200 ish miles from San Francisco to Napa! #onlyanULTRAragnar2015 #ragnarnapa2015 #running #relay #innerwild #pink #nuunbassador #nuunlove #goldengatepark #sanfrancisco (at Golden Gate Park)

Obligatory gear shot x 100. #onlyanULTRAragnar2015 ...

Obligatory gear shot x 100. #onlyanULTRAragnar2015 #teamcaptain
#ragnarnapa #ultrateam #innerwild #ragnarnapa2015 #running #relay
#nuunbassador #nuunlove #sanfrancisco #napa #napatola

NOTE: @lululemon Fashion Island is holding a charity Instagram photo challenge. Our run club (@chasingnewport) ambassador, Junior, has selected @worldvision, a charity our run family has supported for many years, which goal is to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa. The orange #chasingnewport sticker will be included or featured in many of my posts from now until November 5th in an attempt to win a donation from #lululemon to #worldvision!

It just got real! Ready to run #ragnarnapa and look good doing...

It just got real! Ready to run #ragnarnapa and look good doing it! #onlyanULTRAragnar2015 #ragnarnapa2015 #ultrateam #running #relay #innerwild #pink

NOTE: @lululemon Fashion Island is holding a charity Instagram photo challenge. Our run club (@chasingnewport) ambassador, Junior, has selected @worldvision, a charity our run family has supported for many years, which goal is to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa. The orange #chasingnewport sticker will be included or featured in many of my posts from now until November 5th in an attempt to win a donation from #lululemon to #worldvision!

Took the GF’s son to the library yesterday and had to stop...

Took the GF’s son to the library yesterday and had to stop and take a look at some books for myself. Some good reads in there. #5050 #karnazes #eatandrun #jurek #running #books #missreading #library #cerritos #latergram

NOTE: @lululemon Fashion Island is holding a charity Instagram photo challenge. Our run club (@chasingnewport) ambassador, Junior, has selected @worldvision, a charity our run family has supported for many years, which goal is to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa. The orange #chasingnewport sticker will be included or featured in many of my posts from now until November 5th in an attempt to win a donation from #lululemon to #worldvision! (at Cerritos Library)

Some medal x #chasingnewport love at the #rnrden finish line...

Some medal x #chasingnewport love at the #rnrden finish line festival in front of the Colorado state capital. #runrocknroll #bling #tourpass #heavymedals #running #nuunbassador #nuunlove #travel #runcation #denver #latergram #igcatchup

NOTE: @lululemon Fashion Island is holding a charity Instagram photo challenge. Our run club (@chasingnewport) ambassador, Junior, has selected @worldvision, a charity our run family has supported for many years, which goal is to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa. The orange #chasingnewport sticker will be included or featured in many of my posts from now until November 5th in an attempt to win a donation from #lululemon to #worldvision! (at Denver’s Civic Center Park)

Mile high #medalmonday! Too bad the #broncos were away this...

Mile high #medalmonday! Too bad the #broncos were away this weekend, but it was still awesome to run a race in my favorite player’s jersey and check out Sports Authority Field with my #amaurrunbuddy! #antmanphotobomb #running #bling #medal #rnrden #runcation #runrocknroll #tourpass #nuunbassador #nuunlove #denver #manning #nfl #stadium (at Sports Authority Field at Mile High)

Rock N Roll Denver half marathon completed with my...

Rock N Roll Denver half marathon completed with my #amaurrunbuddy. A beautiful course and weather. #running #rnrden #runrocknroll #tourpass #heavymedals #questfor10 #nuunbassador #nuunlove #travel #denver #broncos #manning #18 (at Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver Marathon & ½ Marathon)

Obligatory pre race gear shot. Ready to run Denver and what...

Obligatory pre race gear shot. Ready to run Denver and what better than rockin’ the orange and blue #18!? #rnrden #runrocknroll #tourpass #heavymedals #questfor10 #running #nuunbassador #nuunlove #travel #runcation #denver #broncos #peytonmanning #nfl

NOTE: @lululemon Fashion Island is holding a charity Instagram photo challenge. Our run club (@chasingnewport) ambassador, Junior, has selected @worldvision, a charity our run family has supported for many years, which goal is to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa. The orange #chasingnewport sticker will be included or featured in many of my posts from now until November 5th in an attempt to win a donation from #lululemon to #teamworldvision! (at Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver Marathon & ½ Marathon)

Fitting that there is a #worldvision booth at the @runrocknroll...

Fitting that there is a #worldvision booth at the @runrocknroll Denver expo. #rnrden #runrocknroll #tourpass #heavymedals #questfor10 #nuunbassador #running #travel #runcation #denver

NOTE: @lululemon Fashion Island is holding a charity Instagram photo challenge. Our run club (@chasingnewport) ambassador, Junior, has selected @worldvision, a charity our run family has supported for many years, which goal is to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa. The orange #chasingnewport sticker will be included or featured in many of my posts from now until November 5th in an attempt to win a donation from #lululemon to #teamworldvision! (at Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver Marathon & ½ Marathon)