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YOU WANT TO RUN AND HAVE FUN WHILE DOING IT?

You’ve come to exactly the right place.

My name is Stephanie Dunlap, the founder of Run Strong Run, and…

I’m on a mission to loudly proclaim that all runners count!

Yes, this includes you too!

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About the Blog

This blog started in January of 2016 to share my running and training journey. I wanted women to know that their bodies were made to move and that food was meant to be enjoyed. Read my story here.

In short, I am a recovering dieter. I went on my first diet when I was 14 years old, married an abusive man at 19, and then found myself divorced, broken, and unhealthy at 23 years old.

The next four years involed a long road of healing both mentally and physically. I learned to love myself, ditch the diets, and move my body not out of punishment, but out of celebration for what my body could do.

In 2011 I found running and one year later, I crossed the finish line of my first full marathon. Yes, in less than one year, I went from running zero miles, to crossing the finish line of my first full marathon 26.2 miles!

In 2016, I found both the Instagram running community as well as the wonderful world of pacing. You may now find me both active on Instagram as well as pacing ALL of the marathons and half marathons!

Fun Facts

Here’s a few fun facts about Stephanie of Run Strong Run…

I’m in my late-30’s and live in Northern California.
I married my best friend in 2012.
When we got married, I became a bonus mom to two amazing kids.
After suffering through infertility for years, I gave birth to my first biological child in 2018.
I love what I do.
I love Jesus with my whole heart.
My favorite kind of drink is something ice cold with chewable ice!
My favorite food is anything Mexican! Beans, rice, pico de gallo, and guacamole… yum!
I went plant-based in 2012 and after 11 years, I am now eating meat… sparingly.
My favorite workouts include those that feel good, leave me feeling energized, and involve many smiles.
Most mornings I can be found running and/or walking outside while listening to my favorite podcast or audiobook.
I love traveling! I, in fact, have lived and worked as a teacher in China, Honduras, and Mexico.
Read about where the phrase “Run Strong Run” originated… it may not be what you think.

I’m so glad we’re connected. Im cheering you on!