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Why NP Cheer Stations are AMAZING! (Guest Blog)-VB

Hi! I’m Jennette. You may know me as Rainbow, or Rainbow Unicorn. I’m an introvert with social anxiety who loves cats. I have probably told you way more about cats than you ever wanted to know. But that’s not why I’m here, writing this blog to you. I’m here to ask you to join your fellow tribe members at the Harbor Lights Half Marathon and 10K cheer station 11/24/19. If you are running the race, like I am, you will have the joy of running past a pretty ridiculous group of people cheering your name.  read more

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This is Bernard signing off (VB)

Dearest NPVB,

Hi. My name’s Bernard (Hi Bernard *clap clap*) and I’m glad you’re here.

A lot of memorable events happen in life that really leave a lasting impression on you, like graduating college or buying your first car.  This, however, is in a league of its own.  Not only was I lucky enough to find NP, I had the privilege of co-leading this city.  From my first workout on Pi day to this summer’s Hell Week to my final bounce, to say that these are memorable events is a severe understatement. read more

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Just KEEP Showing UP (VB)

We are several weeks into fall and it is sad to say, many of our friends have fallen for the tricks of the seasonal change. Who Me? Yes, I see you laying under your down comforter reading this. It’s OK, we aren’t here to throw shade, we have all been there. It’s dark AF out and you are pretty sure that you’re probably going to have to wear an actual jacket if you go to the workout tomorrow.  You lay in bed scrolling Instagram, debating in the back of your mind if you REALLY want to go to Wednesday’s workout. You are pretty sure your friend has to work early, so he won’t be there, and your ankle has been kind of tweaked lately. “Ah, I’ll just skip it tomorrow. Only once.” you say. But then, something really terrible happens… you do that shit again on Friday, because it is so much darker and colder on Friday. Before you know it, the stores are putting out green shamrocks and you have missed your NP family most of the winter. Not to mention your jeans haven’t fit in a month. read more

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Bad Break Up (Guest Blog) – VB

Our love started in the spring of 2003.  It was a hot flame that burned fast and bright.  It’s all I could talk about, the relationship consumed me and my life revolved around it.  I kept wanting more from the relationship and kept pushing for it to go further.  Every decision that I made was designed to keep this relationship strong; what I ate, when I went to sleep, my weekend plans, what I spent my money on, and eventually even my career.  I would drive at ungodly hours to meet up with strangers that I met online.  I was changing my clothes in public restrooms.  Friends who didn’t want any part of it, fell by the wayside.  I started hanging out with completely different people.  My family couldn’t understand why I was obsessed, but for me it was crystal clear.  I was completely infatuated and in love.  This relationship became my identity, it’s who I was.  Even now, after the break-up, I’m still holding on to feelings.  I still hold hope that we can reunite one day.  read more

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“Akwo Tacos” Guest Blog Matt M (VB)

This one is for all the quiet and shy people. The introverts. The socially awkward. The awko tacos. The loners. The people at social gatherings that go straight to the back and hide in the corners away from everyone else.

This one is for all the people that dread early mornings. The night owls. The people that set a bajillion alarms and press snooze a million times. read more

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Hello Old Friend

This morning we got to see an old friend, one that has been MIA for a while, one that we all have missed a ton. Bernard, we are so glad you are here friend!

Do Work Son!

Many of you have been worried about the man, the myth, the legend Beenie Money AKA Bernard Molina. I am here to tell you that he is alive and well, however, he was suddenly abducted by the time sucking aliens known as Norfolk Southern Ops! Most mornings while we are working out, B-nard is sitting in an uncomfortable suit, in front of a computer or with a telephone at his ear, in order to keep the trains of the world running on time. While we are extremely sad that B can’t be with us all the time right now, We want to send a huge CONGRATULATIONS to him on his new position. One that he has worked years and years to earn! We love you buddy. read more

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Come On, Get Involved – (VB)

November Project isn’t just a morning free fitness group, we are a COMMUNITY in this COMMUNITY. The bonds that we build sweating next to each other before the sun comes up transfer to so many other opportunities to come together.  By adding in these additional “social” connections you are getting so much more bang for your buck. Wait, this shit is free, ok so you just get more FREE amazingness! read more

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An Open Letter to the Newbies (VB) – By: Emily Saul (BOS)

This morning in VB we had a pretty large showing of first timers, and first timers make us old timers really EXCITED!!! It takes a lot of courage to #justshowup for the first time. To those newbies that came today, we are so glad you took a chance. To those that are still watching from afar, we would really love to have you join us. Reading back through some older blogs on the NP website, I came across this gem from our friend Emily Saul in Boston. Give it a read, Saul is a badass, and she TOO was once a Newbie. read more

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Bright Friends – Brighter Future (VB)

This morning, together with 51 other November Project cities, we showed up before the break of dawn for our morning workouts wearing paint on our chest and shades on our face. The end of summer is drawing near, and the morning sunlight is getting later and later. Alas, sunglasses adorned our beautiful mugs as a sign of togetherness and community. The people of November Project come in all shapes, sizes and colors; kinda like our shades. Some are funky, colorful and wild; while others are classic, modern, and chill. No matter what, they all do the same thing, serve the same purpose, and look totally awesome when brought together. The future is BRIGHT for this movement. So bright, you better wear shades! read more

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Do you remember your first time? (VB)

You know, the first time that you decided to #justshowup ? When you finally got the courage to stop socially lurking, were tired of your friend nagging you to try it “one time please”, figured November Project might just be FOR YOU! I am pretty sure that we all remember that morning. You checked and double checked the location and time, googled directions & exactly how much time you needed to find parking.  Maybe you got there early and sat in your car second guessing why the hell you were doing this. Or perhaps you got there late and questioned whether it was worth it to go anyway. Needless to say, you took that chance and showed up to your first November Project Virginia Beach workout. read more