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Find Your Tribe And Love Them Hard

05/12/2017 by Deborah Brooks

Happy almost Mother’s Day! You’ve heard me gush over how much I love all of my Moms Run This Town friends many times and today seems like the perfect day to do it again. There are so many things to love about being part of such an amazing group of women but I’ve narrowed it down to my top 5.

Find Your Tribe And Love Them Hard

What I love about my moms run this town group

No Guilt Zone

I’ve learned that a mom who takes time to take care of herself is a happier and healthier mom. A happier and healthier mom is a better mom. I have such respect for the moms who get up a 5 am to carve out some time for themselves before heading home to get the kids out the door and head to work.

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Partners in crime

Thinking of doing a Ragnar relay, mud run, triathlon or destination race? Just mention it to these mother runners and they are on board. What ever crazy adventure you can dream up, there’s a gaggle of friends signing up to join you.

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Resources for problems big and small

Looking for some new fueling ideas for your long run? Having problems with chafing? Wondering what that foot pain really is? These moms have answers and if they don’t have answers they have support and that support is never ending.

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Accountability

There is no bailing on a run or a workout just because it’s raining or snowing or cold or you need coffee. There is always someone waiting for you and that means you are showing up.

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Lifelong friendships

I could write pages about the lifelong friendships I have made with women whom I never would have met had we not connected through running. These bonds, that are formed logging miles, are like no others. We are deeply supportive of each other in a way that I have never experienced before. I am so truly grateful to all of my fellow mother runners and honestly can’t imagine life without them.

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Ok I’m done gushing for today. Hopefully I’ve convinced you to find your own amazing group of mother runners. Happy mother’s day to all of you. Hope you have fabulous weekend.

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Meet Deborah

Hi I'm Deborah! I spend my days successfully raising a husband & 2 teens in the VA/DC area. I am a lover of all things running & fitness. As a life long vegetarian, I've always been passionate about healthy living & exercise. Looking for partners in crime, I started my own chapter of Moms Run This Town (MRTT) which has grown to over 700 members. I've met so many amazing women who inspire me daily to keep moving forward. You can usually find me running with my crew and training for the next crazy adventure they talked me into. I love to keep up to date on new running & fitness trends. I definitely choose my running gear based on color and love to express my fashion sense while exercising.

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  1. Lisa @ Mile by Mile says

    05/12/2017 at 3:33 am

    Looks like you have found a great group of runner friends! Happy Mother’s Day!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 7:29 am

      I really am so lucky!

  2. MCM Mama Runs says

    05/12/2017 at 6:40 am

    One of the MRTT groups I’m in has created a “non running related” discussion group on Facebook. It’s become my go to as I try to survive being a mom to teens. It’s amazing how women I’ve never met can make my life so much better (and then it’s awesome when we do manage to meet up.)
    MCM Mama Runs recently posted…Five vacations I’d like to do againMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 7:30 am

      Isn’t just great the whole support system that has grown out of our local MRTT groups? And proud to call you one of my mother runner friends 🙂

  3. Judy @ Chocolaterunsjudy says

    05/12/2017 at 6:41 am

    I have a loosely connected tribe, but I’m still looking for more because we don’t get together enough!
    Judy @ Chocolaterunsjudy recently posted…5 Things that got me through . . .My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 7:32 am

      I hope you find your people they have made a huge difference in my life

  4. Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home says

    05/12/2017 at 6:59 am

    What is it about the bond between women who run? I’ve struggled with women’s friendships over the years–but the friendships I’ve made with my running friends feel easy and effortless!
    Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home recently posted…6 Gifts Every Running Mom Wants (and They Don’t Cost a Dime!)My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 7:33 am

      I completely agree so have I in the past but this mrtt group has transformed all of my friendships

  5. Meranda@Fairytalesandfitness says

    05/12/2017 at 6:59 am

    I love that you love your group so much!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 7:33 am

      Thanks I am so very lucky to have you all

  6. Kimberly says

    05/12/2017 at 7:16 am

    I agree – it’s so important to find your tribe! I love the women in my tribe because they are empowering and uplifting.
    Kimberly recently posted…Mother’s Day Gifts for RunnersMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 7:33 am

      They sure are! Glad you have your people too

  7. Kimberly Hatting says

    05/12/2017 at 7:22 am

    Yes, mother runners are the best! I have a couple of local runner friends,but I also have LOTS of online gal pals (ahem), and I’m so grateful for every last one of them 😉
    Kimberly Hatting recently posted…Des Moines Women’s 13.1:Balancing Racing with TrainingMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 7:34 am

      right back at you and so fortunate to have you in my tribe. Happy mother’s day!

  8. Mary Beth Jackson says

    05/12/2017 at 8:07 am

    There is nothing like running friends! Plus you are right, moms that take time for themselves are better moms. Have a great Mother’s day weekend!
    Mary Beth Jackson recently posted…I need a little Headspace!My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 12:27 pm

      I totally agree you too friend!

  9. Debbie says

    05/12/2017 at 8:28 am

    I really need to find a running group. My old group kind of faded away as people moved, aged, etc. I miss all of this!
    Debbie recently posted…5 Things You’re Probably Doing Wrong During Your WorkoutMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 12:27 pm

      I feel so lucky honestly! Maybe you could start one by you? Have a great mother’s day

  10. Lesley says

    05/12/2017 at 9:05 am

    I tried meeting up with a group on Monday, but it was raining, then thundering. I was pretty disappointed because I was looking forward to meeting new people.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 12:32 pm

      I hope you have another chance to run with them soon it’s been life changing honestly.

  11. Cyndi says

    05/12/2017 at 9:47 am

    That’s awesome you have such a great group of mother runners! I just might need to find a running group!
    Enjoy your weekend!!
    Cyndi recently posted…Should I Eat That?My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 12:34 pm

      Well I highly recommend it!!

  12. SJulie @ Running in a Skirt says

    05/12/2017 at 10:13 am

    What a great group!! I am always so impressed by the great friendships you have with your Mom runners group.
    SJulie @ Running in a Skirt recently posted…Fashion Friday – Pink Cold Shoulder Top & White JeansMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 12:36 pm

      I truly feel so lucky to have them

  13. Nicole @ Fitful Focus says

    05/12/2017 at 10:41 am

    It seems like you have the best tribe around!
    Nicole @ Fitful Focus recently posted…Baseball-Inspired Denim On DeminMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 12:37 pm

      Well of course I have to agree with you 🙂

  14. Montana @ Pretty Lil Mudder says

    05/12/2017 at 10:55 am

    While I’m not a member of any MRTT groups (and I’m not a mom) I agree that having a group of friends is a great motivator for running! The accountability you mentioned is present in my group too; that’s why I do the group runs because if I don’t show up someone will ask why. And it means I have people willing to get my out of bed at 6 am to do my workouts. Definitely better than going it alone! Plus the post run/swim/bike socializing doesn’t hurt either.
    Montana @ Pretty Lil Mudder recently posted…5 Ways to Make Your Training Suck LessMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 12:41 pm

      I totally agree and love that it sounds like you have found your people too. It’s a great thing!

  15. Christina says

    05/12/2017 at 1:03 pm

    Happy Mother’s day to you!! These pics are so great – I need to find my tribe.
    Christina recently posted…Hummus Phyllo Dough TurnoversMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 3:10 pm

      Yes I hope you do!

  16. Mary Long says

    05/12/2017 at 1:05 pm

    Finding your tribe is so important. You seem to have found a good bunch 😄
    Mary Long recently posted…Spring is a time for new beginningsMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 3:11 pm

      Yes I feel very lucky today! Happy mother’s day

  17. Janelle @ Run With No Regrets says

    05/12/2017 at 1:28 pm

    MRTT sounds like such a wonderful group!! There’s nothing like finding a group of runners that is your tribe! I hope you have a great Mother’s Day!
    Janelle @ Run With No Regrets recently posted…5 Reasons to Run Rock ‘N Roll SeattleMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 3:12 pm

      Definitely I am one lucky girl to have found them. Have a great weekend yourself

  18. Marsha says

    05/12/2017 at 3:44 pm

    I love my mom friends that I run and bike with. Nothing like women supporting each other.
    Marsha recently posted…The Road to My Final Indy Mini – A Race RecapMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 4:06 pm

      absolutely it’s the best!

  19. Rachel says

    05/12/2017 at 4:50 pm

    I love that you have such an amazing MRTT group. I think the women in our local one really enjoy it, too.
    Rachel recently posted…Great Quotes for Strong Women Called “Mom”My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/12/2017 at 6:01 pm

      MRTT has been a life changer for me

  20. Elaine Dusetzina says

    05/12/2017 at 7:23 pm

    Happy Mother’s Day! I would love to have a mom tribe who I can run with early in the morning during the summer. Not sure if there’s one around my neighborhood? With the kids out of school, I’d have to get up early before my husband goes to work to get a run in. Guess this will be my homework before the school year ends.
    Elaine Dusetzina recently posted…Women are not small men and 5 Truths by Dr. Stacy Sims (plus my first giveaway!)My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/14/2017 at 4:10 pm

      Check to see if there is a moms run this town in your town there may be!

  21. Susie @ Suzlyfe says

    05/13/2017 at 1:32 am

    This makes me miss my running group! I wish I could keep up with them now!
    Susie @ Suzlyfe recently posted…Hearty High Protein Banana Nut Bread (Gluten Free Options)My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/14/2017 at 4:11 pm

      You will again I have no doubt of that! Hope you had a fabulous weekend looked great

  22. Annmarie says

    05/13/2017 at 7:50 am

    I totally agree with all of this – I don’t know what I would do without my mother runners and running friends! Hope you have a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend!
    Annmarie recently posted…4 Easy Ways to Improve Your Overall Health & WellnessMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/14/2017 at 4:11 pm

      Thanks so much you too!

  23. Clarinda says

    05/13/2017 at 9:42 am

    That’s so great that you found such an amazing group of mother runners! Happy Mother’s Day to you!
    Clarinda recently posted…The Why’s & How’s of Foam RollingMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/14/2017 at 4:11 pm

      I sure do feel very lucky indeed

  24. Sharon @ Mommy Runs It says

    05/13/2017 at 2:48 pm

    Lovely tribute to a lovely group of friends. I sure do miss running with my tribe. Have a wonderful Mother’s Day!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/14/2017 at 4:12 pm

      Hope you have had a wonderful mother’s day as well. I have not doubt you will be back there running with them soon

  25. Esther says

    05/13/2017 at 3:13 pm

    It’s so great to that that kind of a tribe!
    I’m blessed to have that with some ladies at my gym!!
    Esther recently posted…Blueberry, banana & beet smoothie!My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/14/2017 at 4:12 pm

      definitely is! Glad you have your people too

  26. Coco says

    05/13/2017 at 5:43 pm

    Yes, yes, yes, yes, and yes! I love how supportive my group is. Even though I haven’t done a group run in a while, the Facebook chatter is always motivating and encouraging.
    Coco recently posted…Choosing ChallengeMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/14/2017 at 4:13 pm

      The FB groups really are wonderful and yes so supportive

  27. Toni says

    05/14/2017 at 2:12 pm

    This is awesome, happy Mother’s Day! Runnighas connected me to so mNy awesome women who will be my friends forever!
    Toni recently posted…2017 Echo Half Marathon Training Recap Week 4My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/14/2017 at 4:13 pm

      I feel exactly the same way!

  28. Kathryn @ Dancing to Running says

    05/15/2017 at 6:56 am

    I know how much you love your MRTT group. Its always great to have a core group that you know that you can lean on when you need to.
    Kathryn @ Dancing to Running recently posted…The Emotional Roller Coaster of Losing WeightMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/15/2017 at 7:33 am

      Absolutely! I hope you have time at some point to get more involved with your chapter they are quite amazing

  29. Sandra Laflamme says

    05/15/2017 at 12:32 pm

    I am so wishing I had a great group of runners to run with like this! You are very lucky to have such a big group with MRTT and I can only imagine how much fun you all have running together!
    Sandra Laflamme recently posted…Reebok Running Shoe Review–Harmony RoadMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/15/2017 at 4:44 pm

      I feel beyond lucky!

  30. Mikki says

    05/16/2017 at 8:25 am

    Oh my gosh! I love seeing all your pics on Instagram and such with your tribe! What a blessing to have so many great friends and people to hang with.
    Mikki recently posted…Gluten Free and Dairy Free Blondies ~ With Butter Flavored Coconut OilMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/16/2017 at 7:40 pm

      A huge blessing indeed I am so lucky

  31. Bethany says

    05/18/2017 at 11:50 pm

    I love this! Finding these people can be tough.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      05/20/2017 at 7:09 pm

      yes but definitely worth it!

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