Sweet! I made it on the cover of
Runner’s World!
And as a special thanks to all of you who traveled the road with me…
I’ll sign your issue!
This image is included in the RW profile piece on page 80! Go Canyon!
After winning London 5k (crazy euphoric blog post can be found here), and announcing my debut at ING NY Marathon for November 6th, Runner’s World decided to put the hot runner models on hold and put me on the cover. I was like “Word?”
I admit it was a dream of mine to be on the cover since I picked up my first issue at age 13 along with my first pair of real running shoes. But can you imagine what a stretch it was for the girl in the photo to the left to imagine this happening?
Yep. I was in high school in this photo.
Canyon Cowboys baby. State champs that year, and freshman got last pick for uniforms (notice the way I make those larges look sexy).
So Here’s the Deal…
Runner’s World November edition is being officially released October 4th. From now until Halloween, if you buy a copy of Runner’s World and mail it to me, I’ll sign it and mail it back!
After you’ve poured over the articles, highlighted your favorite passages, etc, pop the following in an envelope:
- Your proudly purchased Runner’s World’s November issue
- A self-addressed postage paid envelope with $2.08 postage on it (for 1st class mail within the USA).
- Anything else you wish to include (a happy face on a post-it, gucci gift cards, a personal story that will inspire me, a Halloween costume idea, who’s name you want on the magazine, etc).
Do that by October 31, 2011 and I’ll send you your magazine back ASAP (I’ll need some leeway around the time of NY Marathon). If the return envelope and postage aren’t there, your magazine won’t go to waste; I’ll donate it to the local high school kids!
Believe I Am
Those of you who know me know I’m not one to make a sales pitch, but I feel I can’t miss this opportunity to make a plug for a project that my friend Ro and I recently finished. We created a training journal over the past year that we really believe will make a difference to female runners of all abilities, and we did it with the help of 12 stunning professional women runners from around the world.
Its an inspirational mind/body tool full of hand drawn illustrations that help you think positively about yourself as you go after your goals. Obviously you don’t have to buy it, but its worth a look!
I look forward to receiving your magazine!
Where to Send Your Magazine
Lauren Fleshman
c/o Believe I Am
PO Box 826
Springfield OR, 97477
Going to the NY Marathon?
If you’ll be at the marathon, you might be able to save the postage. I’ll keep you updated on the date/time NYRR invites me to the EXPO. I’d be happy to sign your copy of Runner’s World there, as well as Believe I Am Training Journals!
A sneak peak at the profile piece for you:
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Will you sign it if I meet you at NYCM?
It’s going to be my marathon debut, too
Sure thing! Don’t know how long I’ll be at the EXPO or what the scene will be like yet, but if it works out, no problem!
I believe Runner’s World circulation is about to get a bump!
I can attest to the fact that the journal works. I consider myself amongst a most severe case of running doubtitis and its helped me a lot. It helped me recognize a lot of patterns in my thinking that I wasn’t aware of before (now, just changing them is the issue). I find it really helpful to track my confidence and it (the journal) helps me figure out where I’m deriving my confidence from which then helps me create more of it (if that makes sense). Thanks, Lauren and Ro!
Ditto on getting you to sign it at NYCM. If that’s too much trouble, though, I can totally mail it.
Thanks Meggie for the testimonial! And I HAVE to meet you in NY at some point, so I’ll sign it then.
This is so cool! Congratulations! Sadly no US Runner’s World in Deutschland
but I may be ordering that journal soon 
Yay!! I can’t wait until October 4! Congratulations!
Hi Lauren!!
It’s so freaking awesome to see all your hard work pay off! Congrats on the cover of Runners World. I think all of us Cowboys knew it would happen one day. It’s fun to see that picture from the good ‘ol days at Canyon. Brings back awesome memories!
I love reading your blog and following your adventures since high school. It’s been quite motivating for me as I try to keep up the running amidst a crazy busy life. How nice it was when it was built into our days at school, huh? I’ve passed this blog onto a number of friends who are coaching cross country teams now. They use it to motivate their little runners. You’re such a great example to runners young and…seasoned. Very impressive.
Again, congrats on the success and Keep it Up!!
Jasmine Nutter (Butter Peanut Butter)
Thanks Jasmine! How cool to get a message from a Cowboy on here
. So many great memories, and we really did have fun in high school. I really appreciate your words and that you’ve shared my blog with your coaching buds!
Congrats on the cover!! I accidentally told my boyfriend you were on the cover of Rolling Stone, I corrected myself right away like no, no, I mean Runner’s World. haha. Well I guess it’s the runner nerd’s Rolling Stone. Now go smash a guitar… I mean kick ass in NYC. Oiselle HQ will be glued to the web coverage.
Ha! I wish! As long as I’m flanked by rockers with arm sleeve tats in the photo, rather than wispy emo boys, it would solidly qualify as a fantasy for me.
Girl, you are going to get a lot of Gucci gift cards coming your way. Just sayin’…
Nice work on making the cover. What a dream come true!
So far, no luck
Lauren,
I just read your article in Runners World (it came yesterday) and we are so impressed with your efforts. I love your blog too! We are runners and tried to get into NY this year but missed the lotto – maybe next year – but we’ll be cheering!
All the best – Deanna & Christopher
Thanks! I appreciate it.
Congrats on making the cover, Lauren!! For the record, I used to work at Runner’s World and I think it’s awesome that you’re offering to sign the issues by mail. I can’t say that I’ve heard of someone else doing that. Best of luck in NYC–I’ll send you good vibes from the green coral
That’s interesting. I guess snail mail is kinda out of style.
Its been really fun to read the letters people have sent with their issue so far. Runners are so awesome.
Lauren,
I just read your article in my dad’s RW. I liked it because it inspired me. I am 8yrs. old and just ran my first 5-k yesterday. My time was 43:34 which was faster than my goal by 5min! I am planning to do a 6-k on st.patrick’s day. I love running and hope to be as good as you someday.Congratulations on your Worlds time–GREAT TIME! Good luck in New York!
Alisia
p.s. I’m going to send my magazine in soon!
Alisia!
Great job in your race! Have lots of fun with it. Runners are great people, and as you get older and stronger, there will be endless trails to explore and adventures to have.
Congratulations on the cover and all of your success!! I’ve been reading your blog for a few months now and I find it incredibly inspiring, especially during the ups and down of cross country! good luck in New York!!
Thanks Ellie!
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Congrats on the cover and amazing article. You totally deserve it!
Question: If we live in the same zip code, can I leave the mag at a tree in Alton Baker, have you sign it, then pick it up?!
Thanks for being such a great role model for us ladies.
Hey Krista, not a bad idea!
Although with the rain lately…might be easier to read afterwards if you mail it in.
Just noticed it’s hit the stands everywhere. So cool to see your face and six pack everywhere I go. Love it! Hope NYC prep is awesome, there’s no running joy quite like marathon running joy.
I look forward to finding out on November 6th.
Hours of what a day in that photo? Where it’s 9 for the 5k and 10 for the marathon.
That would be hours of sleep.
hey Lauren! I’m having trouble getting a postage paid envelope from Canada for you! the post office does not sell American postage for you to send back! what can I do to send my magazine to you?
would i be able to send you a money order in the envelope for the postage?
can you buy postage on usps.com or stamps.com and include it? I’m not sure what’s the best call.
I am running out to buy a RW tomorrow and sending it on for a signature!
Fantastic!
What year did you graduate from Canyon??
’99 all the way.
Hey Lauren,
Loved that you were on the cover of Runner’s World. I actually just finished reading it cover to cover! I will def be buying your training journal! I was wondering will you be selling it at the NYC expo? Or is it best to buy it online? Hope to see you there!
Kristine
Hey Kristine!
I’m working out the details of where I’ll have the Believe I Am Journal in NY, and I’ll post it on here once I find out. Thursday race week at 6:30 I will be at Nike Town for an appearance, so keep tabs on that and you can definitely find me there. I’ll have some with me.
Lauren
Lauren CONGRATS!! You are the most beautiful cover girl i have ever seen. You epitomize someone who is balanced, committed and dedicated to what she loves, and gracious. I am so excited for you!!
I’m gona send a picture along with the mag from when i finished my first race for you to sign
Thanks!!
Abby
Awesome, thanks Abby.
I just bought my copy after finishing the Chicago Marathon. I want to buy some picky bars, too. Can I place an order for the picky bars, send the magazine, and get it all shipped back to me in the same box? It’ll reduce fuel costs. How can I calculate the shipping weight for that?
Thanks!
Hi Lauren, I live in Eugene and just recently got into running. I forgot to bring a book with me to work for my lunch break and figured it’d be a good time to pick up my first running magazine. I have heard of Runner’s World and was looking and looking for it at the Freddys in Santa Clara. After a few minutes of searching I finally found a lonely copy that was probably out of place. I saw you on the cover and then when I saw ‘Eugene, Oregon’ I quickly realized why all the copies were sold out! So now I am stumbling through your site. Thanks for being so motivating and inspiring and good luck at the ING in NYC!
Danielle
Awesome! Thanks Danielle. And welcome to running.
Ive sent one already but id like to get one for a close friend, can I send another…is that ok?!
Yeah for sure!
My picky bar loving kids were thrilled and excited to see you on the cover! Cailin (age 7) wants to meet you – she thinks it’s pretty cool that a girl can run fast and invent great tasting food too! All the best with your training for NYC!!
Thanks Kathy! And thanks to Cailin too. You never know when we’ll cross paths
Congratulations LAUREN on your accomplishments. Please let me know the name and style of the tennis shoe that you are wearing on the cover of the NOV. 2011 cover of RUNNERS’ WORLD.
It is the Nike Lunar Eclipse!
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I’ll be seeing you in NYC too, copy in hand!
I hope mine didnt get lost in the mail
I’m a fan of you, running, Oregon, and Oregon beer. I recommend the Ft George Brewery and Public House in Astoria after NYC. Their Cavatica Stout is the darkest, most profound stout I have ever had.
Hey Lauren,
I’m a huge fan- I think you’re one of the most inspirational athletes out there today.
Keep sharing your story with us (The Trials of Lo?).
I’ll be sending my copy of RW tomorrow- it should get to you in about 7-10 days (mailing from Israel…).
Will be rooting for you on Nov 6th!
Hey, if I bring the way cooler-looking Running Times cover, will you sign that, too? And howcum that didn’t get a tab on the website? Where’s the love?
Any word on if are going to be at the expo?
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Dear Lauren,
I am having the hardest time in finding the Nike Lunar Eclipse, the exact tennis shoe and color that you are wearing on the fantastic November issue of RUNNER’S WORLD? Can you please tell me the exact store where you purchased them? HELP!
LAUREN!!
you are so wonderful! I got my tank top, the pic of me and my father, and the magazine from you today. i cannot tell you how much it means to me, and i love that you wrote “keep running girl” (what i wrote to you on the card!!)
I just ran the Marine Corps marathon in DC on sunday, my first marathon!!!
YOU ARE GONA ROCK NYC! JUST KEEP RUNNING, GIRL!!
Lauren, received the mag and my parents and sister were surprised and delighted. Thanks so much! Hope this signing project has been fun for you.
oh yeah, and fingers crossed for you for NYC!
Hi Lauren,
The cover reveals your inner spirit that I saw in your guitar playing at Rockwater Estate.You are so in the moment and sharing your love.!!!!
Best wishes for N.Y.C. marathon .Just run your race at your pace and endurance.
Sandra
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Hi Lauren,
I sent a copy of runner’s world to you a couple of weeks ago,I was wondering if you received it?
Fandy
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Dear Lauren,
I am having the hardest time finding the Nike Lunar Eclipse, the exact tennis shoe and color that you are wearing on the fantastic November issue of RUNNER’S WORLD? Can you please tell me the exact store where you purchased them? HELP!
Hi lauren,
Would you still be able to sign your runner’s wolrd cover. I know I’m late!
Hi Lauren,
I am currently deployed to Afghanistan and just now (20 November) received my November Runner’s World magazine. I was thrilled to see you on the cover…I ran at ASU while you were at Stanford, and it is awesome to see you overcoming adversity and progressing in your professional running career. I was wondering if you would make an exception to the 31 October deadline? A warning…it will not be as easy as just putting it in a pre-stamped envelope and mailing (it requires a form at the post office for overseas). If not, it never hurts to ask! Keep up the great work; and, I look forward to seeing more outstanding performances!
Joanie M. Baca, MD
CPT, MC USA/OEF
Brigade Surgeon
172D Infantry Brigade Combat Team
“Go Blackhawks!”
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Hey (:
Track at my school started today and I was wondering what shoes do you have on the cover! I know they’re Nike, but like what are they called? As of right now, I only have training shoes, and coach said I better get new ones fast! Alright thanks!
Reply please (:
-alli
Alli…..
I think she has said in the past she runs in Nike Lunarglide. Go through her twitter feed, in the past she made mention of it.
Greg