Hi there! I’m Jessica, and I live in New Jersey. In 2004, I weighed nearly 300 pounds and suffered from debilitating anxiety, depression, and obsessive compulsive disorder. My mother being diagnosed with breast cancer was the wake-up call I needed to turn things around, and over the next six years, I lost more than 100 pounds through sensible eating and being more active.
Today, I’m a 2x marathoner and triathlete, and I’m loving where running has taken me. I started this blog to document my fitness adventures, share some recipes and race recaps, make some friends and have some fun along the way. I’m glad you found me – and I hope you enjoy the ride!
If you like my blog, you can also:
- Follow me on Instagram at JessRunsHappy
- Subscribe to my YouTube Channel
- Shop my Favorite Things (sorry, Oprah) on Amazon
- Follow me on Twitter @jessrunshappy
- Like Jess Runs Happy on Facebook
- Email me at JessRunsHappy@gmail.com
DISCLAIMER: This blog is for entertainment purposes only. These tips, opinions, and writings are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any health problems. I’m not a registered personal trainer or physical therapist, and I take no responsibility for pulled muscles, injuries or sprained anythings. In addition, this information is not meant to replace your doctor’s recommendations or the advice of other qualified healthcare professionals. Always check with your doctor before beginning a new fitness or nutrition program.
Jess Runs Happy 
Loving your blog Jessica 🙂 You’re so happy (usually). Keep up the good work!
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Thanks Helena! I’m glad you like 🙂
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Hi Jessica! Found your blog because you popped up in my Google Alert for “Jess Runs” Nice to “meet” another running Jess!
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Hey there! It’s nice to “meet” you too! 🙂 I just had a chance to check out your blog, I love it – especially the Garminless running post, it’s so true that we sometimes have to get back into enjoying the run by not paying attention to the facts and figures around it. It’s nice just to look up at the trees and remember why we do it once in a while. Thanks for stopping by!
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Congrats on all your success Jessica!!!
Jared
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thanks so much, Jared, and welcome to my site!
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Welcome Jessica! The blog world is pretty cool in the fact that you run into people that otherwise you never would meet!
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I’m so glad I found your blog!! I follow you on IG! No, I’m no stalker I just love following others who run. I had no idea you were sick! I’ve only heard of little kids getting what you got, but makes sense if your hubby works on a school. I’m glad to hear you’re doing better!
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There’s my IG friend, so nice to see you here! 🙂 YES, that illness was no joke, let me tell you! But now it’s got me washing my hands about a hundred times a day, which isn’t necessarily the worst thing in the world I guess? 🙂
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OCD will kick in!
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Awesome blog!
PS.. Go Hawks 🙂
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Thanks so much – glad you found me! And heck yes, go MU! 🙂
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Nice to make your acquaintance, Jess! Very inspiring story and a very happy blog!
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Thanks so much, Catherine!
It’s nice to “meet” you! 🙂
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wow very impressive and nice to meet you!
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Thanks so much! Nice to meet you too 🙂
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I wish I could do this and run! I walk everyday!
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That’s great, walking is such a nice way to get fresh air and exercise at the same time! 🙂
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yes thanks!
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Found my here Jess through Twitter and just noticed today you had a WordPress blog. Such an inspiring “About Page”.
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Thanks so much! I’m happy you found me 🙂
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