Breathe Deeply and Smile

Breathe Deeply and Smile

Running towards a healthy and happy life in Baltimore and beyond.

Read along to hear about my adventures in running, fitness, eating, travelling, all things Baltimore, finding happiness, and figuring out how to navigate this crazy thing called life. Check me out all over the interwebs:
Twitter @BreatheBlog
Pinterest @Lserks
Instagram @breathedeeplyandsmile

I've been featured in Women's Running Magazine and on WomensHealth.com


My blog was described by the Runn

Photos from Breathe Deeply and Smile's post 10/23/2024

Belated (or we'll make a thing? 🤣) from 🏅

I love the fabulous crab medals from the BRF because it screams Baltimore and think it's cool how this year they honored the Key Bridge (RIP 💙) Ya gotta race here to earn one-who's running with me next year? 🦀

Photos from Breathe Deeply and Smile's post 08/05/2024

I met Winnie the penguin yesterday 😍

I was happy to support a 🍺 collab between & with sales of the Sweet Pea's Promise pale ale to support African penguin conservation. I learned that the Maryland Zoo has the largest colony of African penguins in North America and has bred over 1000 chicks 🐧

It was a lovely afternoon in Baltimore 👍
, I just love animals!

Photos from Breathe Deeply and Smile's post 06/27/2024

Château Frontenac views and feeling like a princess 👑✨

{Who wears Addiction Walkers to travel, bien sûr}

03/27/2023

It's the daylight of change 🌼

Beyond happy for sunshine and little pockets of spring seen on my recovery run/walk today. I'm just grateful to move my body.

👟: Glycerin 20

07/22/2022

Anyone else? ☕

Yes I tried to make my character have the signature pigtails and backwards running hat🤣

I know these are a bit overdone atm, but I think they're cute. Going to need a couple iced coffees after my very hot long run tomorrow 😂

Stay hydrated and safe out there this weekend, runners 💦

Guide to Eat/Drink/Visit: Roanoke VA 07/08/2022

I shared a guide of some of the fun things I ate, saw, and did on my trip to Roanoke in Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge -check it out :)
http://www.breathedeeplyandsmile.com/2022/05/guide-to-eatdrinkvisit-roanoke-va.html?fbclid=IwAR31-XCOP2SzHdQ_g_MAGoG_kZfpEdn1vmMprxGPVTNndqwCaTEHr_yzdrs

Guide to Eat/Drink/Visit: Roanoke VA A blog about the journey to happiness while balancing healthy living, good food, running,fitness and Baltimore fun.

07/07/2022

Signed up for the Dreaded Druid Hills 10K or another similar race distance and looking for running buddies and training? Come join me with Bmore Running :)

Take it slow when returning to running with long covid 04/26/2022

C19 affects everyone differently but PLEASE take it easier than you think when getting back to running after recovering.

Take it slow when returning to running with long covid If runners don’t have symptoms such as chest pain and shortness of breath, they can return to exercise but should take their time, says one physician.

04/21/2022

Anyone else not ready for marathon training 🙈

How long does marathon training take?? Answering that as we start thinking about big Fall races! https://www.runtothefinish.com/how-long-marathon-training/

Timeline photos 12/02/2021

Buy your running shoes now if you need them 👍

Build in some extra time for shopping as global supply chain issues may limit size, color, or gender options in our gear. You may also experience longer than normal waits for new releases of your favorite run gear or shipping delays after you place an order. Keep pace on your ordering and use our helpful tools to secure your favorite holiday items. Read more: https://brks.co/update_fb

Timeline photos 11/21/2021

Shop small and shop local this holiday season 🎁

Show your neighborhood some love. When you support local stores, you have opportunity to receive personalized services. Chat with running experts about gear, local routes, and more. Check out our shop local tips here: https://brks.co/shop_local_fb

Lauren's Favorite Things: A Holiday Gift Guide for Athletes/Runners 11/15/2021

Lauren's Favorite Things is live on the blog! Check out my Holiday Gift Guide of 10 Great Gifts for Runners/Athletes and head over to my Instagram (link in comment) to enter my first weekly giveaway for a Sarah Marie Design Studio coffee mug

Lauren's Favorite Things: A Holiday Gift Guide for Athletes/Runners A holiday gift guide with items small and large for the athlete or runner in your life.

11/07/2021

Molly is such a rockstar🙌

Timeline photos 11/01/2021

Peep my gift guide over at Lily Trotters Compression full of holiday gift ideas for the athlete/runner in your life🙌

It's November 1st which, dare we say, means the holidays are around the corner! This year, look no further for gift ideas than a list from our very own Breathe Deeply and Smile !

Her suggested gifts are great for the runners in your life, but there's something for everyone - even those who do not dedicate large portions of their life to wracking up mileage (hard to believe but they do exist!) 😉

Don't miss it... read Lauren's list: https://ecs.page.link/eCEEZ

Gresham firefighter saves Boston Marathon runner he knows 10/17/2021

Really good reminder to always fill out your emergency contact info on the back of your race bib. Also I think everyone should learn CPR-it's a valuable skill!

Gresham firefighter saves Boston Marathon runner he knows Gresham Firefighter Nick Haney said he started his day like he normally would for a race. This past Monday, October 11, he was running his second Boston Marathon. But this marathon would be unlike …

10/12/2021

As a self-proclaimed candy lover, during October you're either with me on Team Candy Corn or you're not 👻

Rankings are:
🥇mellowcreme pumpkins
🥈 candy corn with yellow bottoms
🥉 candy corn with brown bottoms (bleh, I could do without these ones)

🎃My shirt is from -save with my code BREATHEDEEPLY (link in my bio!)🤑

Respond 💛 if you're Team Candy Corn and 👎 if you're not!

Timeline photos 09/30/2021

💚😍🙌

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Discount can’t be added to previous orders. Must be included at checkout. Discount will expire at 11:59pm ET 9/30/2021.

09/29/2021

Run one of the prettiest half or full marathons there is on the Biltmore Estate grounds in Asheville and save with code BACKTOBILTMORE22 through Sunday 10/3 at midnight. I've run the half multiple times and have always enjoyed it!

Race to Register!

The 10th Annual Asheville Marathon registration is now open! The 2022 marathon and half marathon events are both set to return to Biltmore Estate on Saturday, March 19 and Sunday, March 20, 2022. Run with us in America's Largest Backyard. Limited entries available.

These races are truly one-of-a-kind, and run entirely on Biltmore Estate's property. Both the Half and the Marathon include views of Biltmore House, beautiful mountain landscapes, historic gardens, and more!

Celebrate our 10th year of running the races with discount code: BACKTOBILTMORE22 when signing up online. Discount code expires on Sunday, October 3rd at midnight.

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What is Breathe Deeply and Smile?

I believe in running happy, dreaming big, enjoying life, and never passing up dessert.Breathe Deeply and Smile started out as a personal mantra to quell anxieties and increase positivity. It’s become my public mantra and social media/blog name now!

Follow along to hear about my adventures in running,fitness, craft cocktail & beer tasting, eating, travelling, all things Baltimore, finding happiness, and figuring out how to navigate this crazy thing called life.


Check me out all over the interwebs:
Twitter @BreatheBlog
Pinterest @Lserks
Instagram @breathedeeplyandsmile

I've been featured in The Baltimore Sun, Women's Running Magazine,RunnersWorld.com, WomensHealth.com & TheBodyDepartment.com


My blog was described by the Runner's Blog Network as one of the Top 10 Running Blogs of October as "Lauren, the female blogger behind Breathe Deeply and Smile writes an incredibly compelling blog. If her blog was a cocktail it would be 3 parts training, 2 parts chef, 1 part life, with a dash of introspection thrown in to round it out. As you read Lauren’s blog, you get the sense that you’re right there with her as she makes key decisions about marathoning, cooking, career moves, or anything else that comes her way. "
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