XT:: Cross Training

Although still in the beginning stages of training, I am really enjoying the cross training I have been able to do. I normally complete long runs on the weekends but additional cardio and strength really helps keep my workouts interesting. The great summer weather we have experienced lately has allowed me to rollerblade, paddle board, kayak, play tennis, soccer, and bike.  Tomorrow I leave for a 60 mile bike trip in Michigan with other Taylor University residence life students and staff. Ramie and I took hip hop for a number of years, and I was able to do some dancing this summer as well as a new favorite of mine, Piloxing. I actually completed a certification course in Piloxing and hope to teach in the upcoming year. Being in my senior year, and also realizing in light of this accident that life is not certain, I have began to dive in to new adventures that I previously delayed.  Ramie always liked to push herself and dedicate time and effort to worthy causes, and I hope that I can honor her life by doing the same this fall.

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Ready, Set, GO!

I have two wonderful updates to share:

1) We already received our first donation of $52.40 (26.2 x 2)--What an awesome start!

2) https://myshirtsize.com/ramie/ 

Our friends at The Art Press created this website which makes it so easy to order a "Running for Ramie" tshirt and have it shipped directly to you! We are accepting orders until September 15th and then we will print and distribute shortly after! Share this opportunity with friends and family and consider buying one as a gift for someone else. All proceeds go to Ramie's scholarship fund, let's get excited!

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Happy Indianapolis Monumental Marathon Day!

My name is Tamara and I have decided to train and run for a marathon in the memory and honor of my friend Ramie Harris. For those of you who may not know, she tragically passed away in a plane accident, along with her father and sister, last fall. In seeking to accomplish this goal of completing the marathon, I am asking for support from those who also know and love the Harris family- in the form of words of encouragement, sharing of stories,  and a monetary donation if possible.  Any money raised from these efforts will go directly into the Ramie Harris Scholarship fund which has been put in place to sponsor a student from Grant County who will be attending Wheaton College, the last school Ramie attended and loved. The community foundation has so graciously partnered with me to help in promotion of this cause, and we are excited to share this experience with you. Our friends at the Art Press ( http://blog.theartpress.com/ ) specially designed a tshirt for this event which will allow for a way to support both visually, and financially. For more information about the scholarship, tshirt, & Ramie, check out the additional tabs at the top! Follow the blog for more updates on my training, fundraising opportunities, and to learn more about Ramie's life and how she has impacted so many! Pin It