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

Any questions, comments, and inquiries can also be emailed to:
breathedeeplyandsmileblog@gmail.com

01/30/2026

this winter can f**k right off 🥶 my body isn't made for this 😂 this icy, snowy mess is messing with me.

Don't even get me started on the fight for a shoveled parking spot on these Baltimore streets why day after work- it needs to be over now 😭
Essential workers don't get snow days 🙈🤦👍

01/06/2026

January 1 is just a day👍

You don’t need a new year to start running, building habits, or becoming who you’re working toward. 🏃‍♀️✨
I planned to start base building this Monday… but my body had other plans (sinus infection I think 😷).

Rest is not quitting and pausing is not failing.
I’ll start when I’m healthy—and if you’re waiting for “the perfect time,” this is your sign to start *when you can*, not when the calendar says so. 💪

Your journey is still valid. Lace up when you’re ready!

Save this reminder and follow for more beginner runner tips this month ✅

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12/09/2025

POV: You walk into the holiday party like… ‘WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE COLOR?’ 🎄💚
Yes it's me. I just love Christmas and Christmas movies and Elf 😂👍

12/05/2025
The best thing about running is the places it's taken me, the people it's connected me with and the feeling it gives me....
06/05/2025

The best thing about running is the places it's taken me, the people it's connected me with and the feeling it gives me.

Like how do I bottle "I just ran a marathon in London" finish line feels like this?!? 🙌🎉🤩

I'm always here to answer questions, be your run buddy or rec gear (after 12 marathons and running for 10+ years) 👍


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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. " #NP_BAL #rocknblog #teamnuun #fitfluential #WHActionhero #HSHive #GundalowAmbassador

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Half Fanatic #7471 Any questions, comments, and inquiries can also be emailed to: breathedeeplyandsmileblog@gmail.com